Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has called on the Nigeria Police Force to immediately unseal the offices of the Osun State Security Network Agency, Amotekun, warning that the continued shutdown is worsening insecurity in the state. The governor said reopening the Amotekun offices in Ile-Ife and Osogbo would help curb the rising cases of banditry and kidnapping threatening Osun communities. Adeleke also expressed concern over the possible spillover of criminal activities from neighbouring Kwara State into Osun, cautioning that the situation could deteriorate further if proactive security measures are not restored. Speaking in Osogbo on Thursday through his spokesperson, Olawale…
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A Professor of Communications at Baze University, Abiodun Adeniyi, has identified lack of transparency as the major reason elections in Nigeria are often marred by disputes. Adeniyi made the assertion on Friday while speaking during an interview on Prime Time, a programme on Arise Television. According to him, elections have remained the weakest link in Nigeria’s democratic journey, noting that persistent controversies surrounding polls undermine democratic growth and public confidence. He said that although Nigeria has recorded 26 years of uninterrupted democratic rule, the credibility of elections remains a major concern. “Obviously no one benefits because oftentimes, we celebrate the…
The Rivers State chapter of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, led by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has declared that political leaders in the state do not require governors to mobilise support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Wike made the assertion on Saturday during the inauguration of the Port Harcourt office of the organisation. According to the minister, local political actors in Rivers State possess the structure and capacity to independently mobilise support for the President without relying on any state governor. “We are working for President Tinubu. We don’t need a governor to mobilise us.…
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reflected on the enduring legacy of former Nigerian Head of State, General Murtala Ramat Muhammed, describing his leadership as a lasting moral compass for public servants, 50 years after his death. In a statement to mark the golden anniversary of the late military leader’s passing, Sanwo-Olu said General Muhammed’s memory continues to shape the ideals of leadership, discipline and national responsibility in Nigeria. The governor noted that despite his brief tenure in office, General Muhammed left behind a leadership template defined by courage, clarity of purpose and decisive action. “Fifty years after the passing…
A forum of serving and former local government councillors in Nigeria has declared its support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 general election. The endorsement was announced on Wednesday at a press briefing in Abuja, where the forum pledged to mobilise Nigerians, particularly at the grassroots, in support of Tinubu’s second-term bid. Speaking on behalf of the group, President of the National Councillors Forum of Nigeria, Dr Evoh Ugochukwu, said the decision was informed by what he described as the administration’s commitment to local government autonomy and other far-reaching reforms. According to Evoh, Nigeria has…
Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti, has said his administration is ready to collaborate with investors to drive development and create employment opportunities for residents of the state. Otti made this known at the Government House, Umuahia, during the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the construction of the Aba Commercial Smart City, a project expected to generate about 125,000 jobs. The governor, who was represented by his Chief of Staff, Mr Caleb Ajagba, said the project would, upon completion, position Aba and the entire state as an industrial hub for sustainable economic growth and job creation. According…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday met with key stakeholders of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, to review preparations for the party’s forthcoming national convention and congresses. The meeting brought together members of the APC national leadership, state governors and the party’s caucus in the National Assembly. Those in attendance included Senate President, Godswill Akpabio; Chairman of the Nigerian Governors’ Forum (NGF) and Governor of Kwara State, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq; Chairman of the Progressive Governors’ Forum (PGF) and Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodimma; Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin; Majority Leader of the House of…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has reconstituted the leadership of its 2026 National Convention Central Coordination Committee, appointing former Katsina State Governor, Aminu Bello Masari, as the new chairman. Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State, who was earlier named as chairman of the committee, has been reassigned to serve as treasurer. The ruling party also expanded the membership of the committee from 73 to 90 members in a move aimed at accommodating more party stakeholders. Among the newly added members is Senator Barry Mpigi, alongside several other prominent APC chieftains. According to the party, the changes were effected as part…
The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has said it is recording a higher influx of young Nigerians into the party compared to older members. The National Chairman of the party, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, made the disclosure on Tuesday while speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today. According to Yilwatda, findings from the party’s ongoing electronic membership registration exercise showed a growing interest among young people in the APC. “We discovered that we have more young people coming to APC than the elderly,” he said. He explained that discussions about people joining the APC are no longer focused on political office holders,…
Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has reaffirmed his commitment to delivering development projects across the state, declaring that political distractions will not derail his administration. The governor gave the assurance on Wednesday while inspecting ongoing and completed road rehabilitation projects within the old Port Harcourt Township, including the Creek Road Market redevelopment. Fubara stressed that his government remains focused on governance and the welfare of the people who entrusted him with leadership. “I have promised our people that no matter the situation, we will not lose focus on governance,” the governor said. “They entrusted us with leadership, and the…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reaffirmed its preparedness for the 2027 general election, despite delays surrounding the passage of the amended Electoral Act currently before the National Assembly. INEC disclosed that it has already concluded work on the election timetable and schedule of activities, noting that it is now awaiting legislative action on the proposed amendments to the Electoral Act. The Commission’s Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, made this known on Wednesday in Abuja during an engagement with Civil Society Organisations (CSOs). Amupitan explained that while INEC has submitted its recommendations to the National Assembly, the timing of the…
The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to be guided strictly by the constitutions of political parties when addressing leadership disputes within their ranks. IPAC also called on the electoral body to clear any doubts by publicly stating and publishing on its website the party leadership it officially recognises. The appeal was made by the IPAC National Chairman, Dr Yusuf Dantalle, during INEC’s consultative meeting with leaders of political parties held in Abuja on Thursday. Dantalle reminded INEC that Nigerians’ expectations for a stronger, more prosperous and stable democratic system remain exceedingly high, stressing…
As preparations gather momentum for the 2027 general election, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has approved the registration of two additional political parties—the Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA) and the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). The approval brings the total number of registered political parties in the country to 21. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, announced the development on Thursday while addressing stakeholders at the Commission’s first regular consultative meeting with political parties. According to Amupitan, the DLA successfully met INEC’s stringent verification requirements, while the NDC was registered following compliance with a directive of the Federal High Court. However,…
The Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has accused Governor Seyi Makinde of squandering N2.9 billion on the celebration of the state’s 50th anniversary. The allegation was contained in a statement signed by the party’s Publicity Secretary, Wasiu Olawale Sadare. InfoStride News reports that the Makinde-led administration recently marked the 50th anniversary of the creation of Oyo State. However, the opposition APC claimed that the governor expended an excessive sum on the celebration, alleging that N90 million was deducted from the federal allocation of each of the 33 local government councils in the state to fund the…
Former Benue State Governor, Gabriel Suswam, has officially joined the All Progressives Congress (APC), barely 24 hours after resigning from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Suswam completed his registration as an APC member on Wednesday at his Mbagber Council Ward in Logo Local Government Area of Benue State, marking his first official activity in the ruling party. InfoStride News reports that the former governor formally exited the PDP earlier on Wednesday. Suswam had cited the protracted internal crisis within the opposition party as the reason for his decision to resign his membership. His defection adds to the growing list of…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has identified the inclusion of deceased persons on the current voters’ register, prompting plans for a nationwide verification exercise. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, disclosed this on Wednesday during the Commission’s first quarterly consultative meeting with Civil Society Organisations (CSOs). According to Amupitan, the decision followed an analysis of figures from the Anambra State off-cycle governorship election held in November, which showed a wide gap between the number of registered voters and actual voter turnout. “When we looked at the voters’ register for Anambra State during the off-cycle election in November, we discovered that…
The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has denied reports that it has selected a governorship candidate ahead of the 2027 general elections. The party’s Publicity Secretary, Yusuf Idris, dismissed the reports as false in a statement issued on Tuesday. Idris said the APC leadership in the state is not aware of any decision or agreement on the choice of a governorship candidate for the 2027 polls. He noted that the party remains open to all aspirants interested in contesting under its platform, stressing that candidates would only emerge through duly conducted party primaries. According to him,…
A World Bank chief, Anna Bjerde, said Nigeria is now frequently cited globally as an example of steady, credible reform leadership. Bjerde, the bank’s Managing Director of Operations, made the remark at a meeting on Tuesday with President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima at the State House, Abuja. Some other bank officials accompanied Bjerde to the meeting. The World Bank Managing Director commended Nigeria’s reform progress over the past two years, particularly the government’s consistent resolve to stay the course despite challenges. This consistency and the clear evidence of positive results, she said, have built strong confidence among…
President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has described the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as a party made up of desperate politicians. Onanuga made the remark while reacting to the latest global ranking of the world’s top 20 fastest-growing emerging technology ecosystems. In the ranking, Lagos, Nigeria, was placed first, ahead of Istanbul in Turkey and Pune in India, which came second and third respectively. According to Onanuga, members of the ADC are often quick to highlight negative statistics about Nigeria and are displeased when the country records positive global recognition under President Tinubu’s administration. He…
The management and staff of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Peoples Democratic Institute (PDI) have rejected the recent judgment of the Federal High Court sitting in Ibadan on the party’s leadership, declaring their continued loyalty to the Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, SAN-led National Working Committee (NWC). In a statement posted on the PDP’s official Facebook page, the party workers said they “reaffirm our recognition, loyalty and allegiance to the Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, SAN-led National Working Committee (NWC)” elected at the PDP National Convention held in Ibadan, Oyo State, on November 15 and 16, 2025. They stated that they stand…