Femi Ogbonnikan discusses the political landscape in Ogun, Nigeria, as the 2027 governorship election approaches. He notes that the current pursuit of power among opposition figures is heavily influenced by sentiment rather than rational political strategy, suggesting a need for reflection among these leaders.

Nduka Obaigbena, Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of THISDAY Newspapers and AriseNews Group, has urged Nigerian politicians to make the 2027 general election a contest of ideas rather than personalities. In an article by Sunday Aborisade, Obaigbena's charge, delivered last Thursday, is described as highlighting the country's enduring personality-driven campaign culture and the need for issue-based political engagement ahead of the polls.

Public affairs analyst Paschal Oluchukwu has called on Igbo elites in Ebonyi State to avoid politicizing cultural traditions. His statement, made on Saturday, follows recent instances where elites, particularly from Ezza, used the Okeaku New Yam Festival to convey political messages. Oluchukwu cautioned against this trend, emphasizing the importance of preserving the cultural significance of such traditions.

Ikechukwu Amaechi expresses disappointment in Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu, for his comments on the state of the nation during an appearance on Arise Television. Amaechi acknowledges Onanuga's role as the president's spokesperson, which involves defending controversial positions, but criticizes his perceived insensitivity to national issues.

President Bola Tinubu made a playful remark on Thursday by calling his wife, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, ‘Iya Alakara’, which translates to the woman selling akara, a local delicacy. This comment comes in light of the controversy surrounding his wife's proposal to provide grants for women to sell akara and kulikuli, another local snack.

Atiku Abubakar, the Presidential Candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), criticized President Bola Tinubu's government for comments that he believes minimize the hardships faced by many Nigerians. He argued that suggesting the suffering is exaggerated is disrespectful to millions of citizens experiencing difficulties, according to Naija News.