By Damilola Adeleke Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has announced that his administration is actively working on policies and initiatives to position Lagos as Africa’s leading hub for digital gaming, fintech solutions, and AI-driven creative enterprises. Speaking at the Africa Gaming Expo (AGE) 2025 at Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, the governor […]
By Damilola Adeleke President Bola Tinubu has responded to former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, over his recent comments regarding his exclusion from the ministerial list. Speaking on Arise TV’s Prime Time on Monday, El-Rufai denied claims that his nomination was rejected by the National Assembly, insisting that Tinubu simply “changed his mind.” He dismissed […]
By Damilola Adeleke The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has debunked reports claiming that its leadership instructed reinstated local government chairmen and councillors not to resume work. In a statement issued on Sunday, the party described the report as false and an attempt by political adversaries to spread confusion. It reaffirmed […]
By DAMILOLA ADELEKE The All Progressives Congress (APC) has strongly criticized former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, over alleged moves to unite opposition figures against President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid. Reports suggest that El-Rufai, a former Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has been rallying key northern political figures and influential stakeholders in what […]
By Damilola Adeleke Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has issued a directive instructing newly elected local government chairmen and councillors to refrain from entering their respective council secretariats. According to reports from The Nation, the governor gave the order on Sunday during the swearing-in ceremony held at the Government House, Oke-Fia, Osogbo. The directive is […]
By Damilola Adeleke A rising number of human rights activists, former political detainees, and relatives of victims of General Ibrahim Babangida’s military regime are demanding his prosecution, accusing the former leader of human rights abuses and political repression. The renewed calls for accountability emerged following the launch of Babangida’s autobiography, A Journey of Service, on […]
By Damilola Adeleke The All Progressives Congress (APC) has urged the federal government to withhold allocations meant for local government councils in Osun State until elected officials, reinstated by a court ruling, assume office. The party condemned last Saturday’s local government election conducted by Governor Ademola Adeleke, accusing him of violating his oath of office […]
By Damilola Adeleke Njiko Igbo Forum, an affiliate of Ohanaeze Ndigbo has demanded the sum of N100 trillion from the Nigerian Government on the account of injustice suffered by the Igbo people from 1966 till date. The group made the demand amid the revelation by former military head of state, General Ibrahim Babangida (Rtd) that […]
By Damilola Adeleke Immediate past governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir El-rufai has come under heavy verbal attack following his Monday night interview. News reports that during an interview on Arise TV, El-rufai criticized President Bola Tinubu, the present administration and some key elements in the government.El-Rufai claimed that President Tinubu did not want him […]
Senator Victor Ndoma-Egba, newly assigned Pro-chancellor and Chairman of Council, Federal University Oye Ekiti, embarked on his assignment with a visit from the 19th to the 25th of January, 2025. This is a documentary encapsulating his activities within the week-long visit.
By Damilola Adeleke The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has praised residents for rejecting what it described as an “illegal” local government election organized by the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC). The party expressed satisfaction with the widespread boycott across all 30 local government areas and the Modakeke Area Office, […]
By Damilola Adeleke The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has secured victory in all chairmanship and councillorship positions across Osun State’s 30 local government areas. The Chairman of the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission, Hashim Abioye, announced the results during a press conference in Osogbo on Saturday. Further details are expected to follow.
By Damilola Adeleke Former APC National Secretary, Senator Iyiola Omisore, has criticized Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, for organizing what he describes as illegal local government elections. According to Omisore, the state electoral commission, under Adeleke’s directive, conducted an illegitimate poll to fill positions that, legally, were not vacant. In a statement, Omisore accused the […]
By Damilola Adeleke French President Emmanuel Macron’s decision to scale back military involvement in Africa has drastically reduced France’s influence in the region. Since 2022, French troops have withdrawn from several African nations, leading to growing instability, increased extremist activities, and opportunities for new global players, including Russia. At one point, France had a military […]
By Damilola Adeleke In a surprising move, President Donald Trump has removed Air Force Gen. CQ Brown from his position as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The decision, made on Friday, sidelines a highly respected fighter pilot and senior military leader as part of Trump’s broader effort to reshape military leadership by eliminating […]
By Damilola Adeleke President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr. Saviour Enyiekere as Chairman of the National Assembly Service Commission (NASC) for a renewable five-year term. Before his appointment, Enyiekere, an environmental specialist, served as the Deputy Chief of Staff to the Senate President. In addition to the chairman, President Tinubu also […]
By Damilola Adeleke Former Federal Commissioner for Information, Edwin Clark has passed away, his family announced on Tuesday. Clark, a prominent leader of the Ijaw ethnic nationality, died on Monday, according to a statement issued by Professor C. C. Clark on behalf of the family. Here are ten things you may not know about the […]
By Damilola Adeleke The West African Examinations Council (WAEC), Nigeria, has announced the release of the results for the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for private candidates, second series. The acting Head, Public Affairs , Moyo Adesina in a statement, explained that this year’s exam was conducted in two modes for the […]
By Damilola Adeleke In a reassuring expression of commitment toward future generations, Xcel360, a scholarship guidance platform, through the Alumni of the Faculty of Engineering at Federal University Oye-Ekiti rewards excellence in academics. The best-graduating student from the Faculty of Engineering will also receive a cash award of N100,000 sponsored by graduate members of the […]
Abuja—President Bola Tinubu has called for more liberal visa policies to support Nigerian businesses seeking to expand globally. His call came barely days after the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, was denied a visa by the Canadian government to travel for the Invictus Games for wounded soldiers in action in Vancouver. The President, […]
