The Nigeria Union of Journalists, Ebonyi State Council, has urged politicians to focus on issue-based campaigns in preparation for the 2027 general elections. They cautioned against inflammatory rhetoric, character assassination, and divisive politics in a communiqué released following their congress.

Senator Adolphus Wabara, former Senate President and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), is intensifying his advocacy for credible elections in Nigeria. He is enlisting the support of Nigerians in the diaspora to join his campaign efforts, emphasizing the importance of integrity in the electoral process.

Vice President Kashim Shettima on Monday urged transport operators mobilising support for President Bola Tinubu's 2027 re-election bid to keep their nationwide political activities peaceful, responsible and issue-focused. According to Vanguard, Shettima spoke at the inauguration of a support group's nationwide structure, which has set a target of 20 million votes for the Tinubu-Shettima ticket. The event took place in Abuja as early campaigning for Nigeria's next general election gathers pace.

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, representing Abia North, has advised the people of the South-East not to depend solely on their region's votes for the 2027 presidential election outcome. He made this statement during an event at his residence in Igbere, Bende Local Government Area of Abia State, emphasizing the need for broader electoral strategies.

Seyi Makinde, presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples' Movement (APM), has said that although his party may be discounted by opponents, its votes will count in Nigeria's 2027 elections. Speaking in Abuja, he also addressed petrol pricing, saying the government must show its workings. According to Vanguard, Labour Party figure Peter Obi said Makinde is qualified to be president, while other politicians, including Bala Mohammed and Daura, commented on candidates' electability ahead of the polls.

Nigeria's federal government has restated that its National Innovation Hubs Standard Framework will strengthen the country's innovation ecosystem, according to ThisDay Live. Hub operators, startup founders, investors and other stakeholders gathered at CcHub in Lagos for a technical validation workshop on the initiative. The framework is intended to set standards for innovation hubs nationwide, with the workshop serving to review and refine the proposal with input from key players in the technology and startup community.