Former Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, and his Kano State counterpart, Rabiu Kwankwaso, on Sunday received their membership cards of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, in a viral video showing that they had dumped the African Democratic Congress and joined the NDC. This footage from the event shows the registration… Continue reading
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has said that his administration will continue to prioritise security and strengthen security architecture in the state in order for the massive economic development ongoing in the state to continue. The governor stated this on Saturday, at a dinner organised in honour of the members… Continue reading
Adekunle Ajasin University (AAUA), Akungba-Akoko, Ondo State, on Saturday recorded a significant milestone with the successful hosting of its maiden matriculation ceremony at its Ibadan campus, as newly admitted students through its affiliation with Providence College of Education, Ibadan, were matriculated for the 2026/2027 academic session to pursue National Certificate… Continue reading
Part 9: Transparency, Accountability and the Limits of Power Systems By Lanre Ogundipe If the earlier parts of this series examined the rise of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the architecture of his political influence, the intelligence behind it, the economics of that structure, and the challenge of converting power into… Continue reading
The Lalupon Community Development Association (LCDA)has congratulated Hajia Abiola Kafayat Olagunju, Information Officer of Ona-Ara Local Government, on her emergence as Public Relations Officer and Social Secretary of the Association. Her election, announced May 3, 2026, has drawn commendations from residents and stakeholders who described it as recognition of her… Continue reading
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has called for urgent and deliberate measures to improve the welfare of journalists across the state, as the world commemorates World Press Freedom Day. The Union noted that while the media landscape in Oyo State has witnessed significant expansion with the… Continue reading
Former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has formally resigned his membership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), citing deepening internal divisions, external interference, and what he described as a worsening political environment in the country. In a statement on his X on Sunday in Abuja, the former governor of Anambra State… Continue reading
Deputy Head of Mission at the British Deputy High Commission, Lagos, Mr Simon Field, has lauded Governor ‘Seyi Makinde’s uncommon leadership and, especially his initiative in promoting culture and tourism in the state.Mr Field stated this on Saturday, in a goodwill message he delivered at the World Egungun Festival grand… Continue reading
The Spiritual Brotherhood for Good Governance (SBGG) has advised Mr. President and all political parties in Oyo State to consider choosing an enlightened mind as a governorship flag bearer in the forthcoming 2027 general election. This was contained in a release made available to newsmen by Mr. Dauda Kunle Kolawole,… Continue reading
The Okanlomo Odua and Bada Olubadan of Ibadanland, Chief Dotun Sanusi, has cautioned politicians against making disrespectful statements about the Olubadan stool, warning that such remarks carry “deep political and cultural consequences.” In a statement issued on Saturday to newsmen, Chief Sanusi said any spoken word directed against the sacred… Continue reading
The Tinubu Enigma: Power, Strategy and the Nigerian State