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Akande lauds economic reforms by Tinubu at 86th birthday

By Damilola Adeleke Says policies aim to eradicate bad governance… Lai Mohammed, Adewole, Oyebamiji, Alabi, Owoeye, Oyeweso, others grace occasion The pioneer National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Adebisi Akande, has described President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic reforms as a “child of necessity,” deliberately designed to eradicate bad governance and liberate Nigeria […]

BREAKING: Attorney Jack Smith Resigns and Flees the U.S.

After Prosecuting Donald TrumpJack Smith, the attorney who led the prosecution against United States President-elect Donald Trump, has reportedly resigned and left the country. According to a report submitted to U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon, Smith completed his work and filed his final confidential report on January 7 before making the decision to step down. […]

Ikuforiji: Obasa’s Impeachment Resulted From Complacency and Neglect of Colleagues

Adeyemi Ikuforiji, a former Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, has attributed the impeachment of Mudashiru Obasa to his complacency and neglect of his fellow lawmakers. Speaking during an interview on News Central, Ikuforiji explained that Obasa’s long tenure and increasing comfort in his role led to strained relationships with other members, making […]

Oki: Obasa’s Impeachment Was Necessary to Hold Him Accountable for His Actions

By Damilola Adeleke Fouad Oki, a prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has justified the impeachment of Mudashiru Obasa as the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, calling it essential to hold him accountable for his actions. Speaking on Politics Today on Channels Television, Oki stated that Obasa had begun acting […]

New Alaafin of Oyo Urged to Uphold Yoruba Heritage

By Damilola Adeleke The newly crowned Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, has been advised to preserve and promote the cultural, historical, and spiritual values of the Yoruba people. His coronation, formalized with the presentation of the staff of office by the Oyo State Governor, has positioned him as a custodian of the Yoruba […]

Lagos Assembly Elects New Speaker and Deputy Speaker

The Lagos State House of Assembly has appointed Hon. Mojisola Meranda as the new Speaker, with Hon. Mojeed Fatai serving as Deputy Speaker. This leadership change follows the impeachment of the former Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa. Hon. Meranda, who previously held the position of Deputy Speaker, represents the Apapa Constituency and is the younger sister of […]

Senate-AGF Talks on Tax Reform Bills Stalemated

Efforts to resolve disagreements surrounding Nigeria’s tax reform bills remain inconclusive following a high-level meeting between the Senate and Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), on Monday. The bills, sent by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to the National Assembly in October 2024 for swift passage, have faced resistance, prompting a halt in […]

N’Assembly Threatens to Halt JAMB’s Federal Funding Over 2025 Budget

By Damilola Adeleke The National Assembly Joint Committee on Finance has expressed dissatisfaction with the budgetary practices of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), threatening to remove the agency’s allocation from the 2025 federal budget. During a presentation on Monday, JAMB Registrar Prof. Ishaq Oloyede defended the agency’s 2025 budget proposal, revealing that JAMB […]

First Ekiti LPG Powered Vehicle

2024 IN RETROSPECT: Engineer Samuel Ayodele Kayode has broken the ice in the aftermath of fuel subsidy removal with the conversion of his personal car to a liquified petroleum gas powered while preserving fuel as an alternate source of power.  He opposes the federal government’s campaign for CNG, recommending LPG as a better option.

MAPOLY Announces Indefinite Closure Amid Student Protest

By Damilola Adeleke Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Abeokuta, Ogun State, has been shut down indefinitely following protests by students over issues related to result verification.The protest was triggered by delays in verifying the National Diploma (ND) results of students who transferred from other institutions. These delays have reportedly hindered their academic progression. In a statement, the […]

POF Weekly Review

2nd Week, 2025: Private university; Tax Reforms; Biodun Oyebanji and 2026.

Ekiti 2026: Will Oyebanji Emerge APC Consensus Candidate?

Dr. Ife Arowosoge – an academic, lawyer, agriculturist and a politician of APC stock – is a former member of the lower chamber of the National Assembly. He offers his views on Ekiti 2026 governorship election and the candidature of the incumbent governor, Mr. Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji.

Tax Reform Bills To Be Placed on Hold?

The National Secretary of Yoruba Leaders of Thought and former Commissioner in Ekiti State, Mr. Bayo Aina, takes a look at the new tax reform bills and suggests what should be done by those opposed to it.

Joe Igbokwe Supports Impeachment of Lagos Speaker Obasa

By Damilola Adeleke Joe Igbokwe, a prominent member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has voiced his support for the impeachment of Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly. Obasa, who was impeached by the assembly members on Monday, faced allegations of financial misconduct and various statutory violations. Following his […]

ABUAD 159 MEDICAL INDUCTEES

2024 IN RETROSPECT: The 6th Set of Medical Doctors from Nigeria’s Number One Tertiary Institution, Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, take the professional oath.

JUST IN: Court Grants Queen Naomi, Oriyomi Hamzat, and Fasasi Bail with Strict Conditions

By Damilola Adeleke The Oyo State High Court sitting at Ring Road has granted bail to Olori Naomi Silekunola, Alhaji Oriyomi Hamzat, and Abdullahi Fasasi. The bail ruling was delivered on Monday by Justice K. B. Olawoyin, following an application submitted by the defense counsels. This comes after a hearing held on January 7, during […]

Governor Makinde Presents Staff of Office to New Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade

By Damilola Adeleke Ibadan, Oyo State – In a grand ceremony held at the Government House, Agodi, Ibadan, Governor Seyi Makinde officially presented the staff and certificate of office to Prince Akeem Abimbola Owoade on Monday, signifying his ascension as the 46th Alaafin of Oyo. The event symbolized the formal recognition of Oba Owoade’s reign […]