Dr. Kelechi Anosike, the 2027 governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abia State, has criticized the ban on commercial motorcycles, stating that it negatively impacts the community. He promises to implement a welfarist government that will prioritize humane policies if elected.

Maurice Vonobolki, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate for Adamawa in the 2027 election, declared that the influence of political godfathers in the state has ended. He made this statement to journalists at Yola International Airport after returning from Abuja with his certificate of return, attributing this change to the leadership of Governor Ahmadu Umaru.

In an interview with Yetunde Ajanaku, Bolanle Aminat Sarumi-Aliyu, a politician and former governorship candidate, discusses her political journey, the challenges she has faced, and her ongoing commitment to public service. She emphasizes that democracy cannot flourish if financial resources continue to dictate electoral success, highlighting the need for a more equitable political landscape.

Michael Aondoakaa, the Peoples Democratic Party governorship candidate in Benue State, has predicted defeat for the incumbent governor, dismissing claims that the governor's re-election is guaranteed. According to Naija News, Aondoakaa questioned who would vote for a governor who is not accessible to the people, framing accessibility as a key issue ahead of the election.

According to Marindoti Oludare, the essence of democracy extends beyond the ballot, which is merely a tool. The article discusses how Nigeria's opposition may be undermining democracy more than the government they oppose, emphasizing the importance of a free and open contest of competing ideas.

The Ansar-Ud-Deen Society of Nigeria (ADS), Osun State chapter, has endorsed Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the upcoming governorship election on August 15, 2026. This endorsement was announced during a special prayer and interactive session, where the society also called for a peaceful electoral process throughout the state.