The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has levelled serious allegations against Governor Ademola Adeleke, accusing him of orchestrating what they termed a “judicial coup” aimed at reinstating local government chairmen from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). In a strongly-worded statement issued yesterday in Osogbo, the APC State Chairman, Sooko Tajudeen Lawal, claimed that
Nigeria’s approach to international relations is being significantly influenced by President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to national sovereignty principles, business mogul and federal lawmaker Senator Jimoh Ibrahim has declared.Speaking at a policy dialogue organised by the Institute of International Affairs in Lagos yesterday, Ibrahim highlighted what he described as a “foundational shift” in Nigeria’s diplomatic engagement
A coalition of civil society organisations has raised concerns over the reported consideration of former Lagos State Deputy Governor, Mr. Femi Pedro, as an ambassadorial nominee to represent Lagos State in the diplomatic corps. The group, Lagos Integrity Watch (LIW), in a statement issued yesterday and signed by its Coordinator, Barrister Oluwaseun Adegboyega, questioned the
In what appears to be a bold defense of the nation’s economic situation, a senior aide to President Bola Tinubu has stirred public discourse with claims that one dollar can purchase a complete meal in Nigeria, drawing stark comparisons with food costs in the United States. Speaking yesterday during an impromptu media briefing at the
The recent decision by the Nigerian Senate to reject a motion aimed at immortalizing the late Professor Humphrey Nwosu, the former Chairman of the National Electoral Commission (NEC), did not come as a surprise to many. Nwosu, who led the team that conducted the historic June 12, 1993, presidential election, is widely regarded as a
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has pledged to drive a major infrastructural revolution in the Edo Central Senatorial District, with a particular focus on Esan land. Okpebholo made the promise during a special reception held in his honor in Ewatto, Esan South East Local Government Area, on Saturday. The event, which marked his recent victory
Tens of thousands of protesters took to the streets in major cities across the United States on Saturday, expressing their opposition to President Donald Trump’s controversial policies. These demonstrations, marking the largest since Trump returned to the White House, saw rallies in Washington, New York, Houston, Florida, Colorado, and Los Angeles, among other locations. Protesters
Nicholas Ukachukwu has been officially declared the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the 2025 governorship election in Anambra State. Ukachukwu’s victory in the party’s primary, which concluded on Sunday, was overwhelming, securing 1,455 votes. This outcome was announced by Senator Bassey Otu, Chairman of the APC Electoral Committee and Governor of Cross River State.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration has witnessed a surge in political defections, with analysts suggesting that this trend is solidifying his grip on power ahead of the 2027 elections. The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has been the primary beneficiary of these defections, as key figures from opposition parties continue to switch allegiance to the
In a grand ceremony held at Oliveth Baptist High School in Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade was formally crowned the 46th Alaafin of Oyo. This significant event marked the beginning of a new era for the ancient city and the Yoruba kingdom, following the passing of the 45th Alaafin, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III, in April 2022.
