Author: Bolanle Akinwalere

The Department of State Services (DSS) in Oyo State and the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, have reaffirmed their commitment to joint action aimed at tackling misinformation, fake news and emerging security threats in the state. The pledge was made when the executives of the NUJ, led by their Chairman, Mr. Akeem Abas, paid a courtesy visit to the Oyo State headquarters of the DSS in Ibadan. Speaking during the visit, the State Director of the DSS, Mr. Rasheed Adelakun, warned that the spread of misinformation and unverified reports could be exploited by fifth columnists to undermine…

Fresh political tension erupted in Rivers State on Thursday as the State House of Assembly commenced impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his Deputy, Ngozi Oduh. The move was made during a plenary session chaired by the Speaker of the House, Martins Amaewhule, where the Majority Leader, Major Jack, officially read a notice of allegations of gross misconduct leveled against Governor Fubara. The notice, endorsed by 26 members of the Assembly, accused the governor of actions said to be contrary to provisions of the Nigerian Constitution. Following the reading, Speaker Amaewhule disclosed that the notice would be formally served…

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Yilwata, has unequivocally declared Governor Siminalayi Fubara as the leader of the party in Rivers State, insisting that there is no ambiguity about the party’s leadership structure in the state. Speaking on the political developments in Rivers, Prof. Yilwata said the APC’s position is clear and definitive. “Governor Fubara is the leader of APC in Rivers State, there is no two ways about that,” the APC national chairman stated. He further clarified that his comments were strictly limited to members of the ruling party, stressing that he could not speak…

Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abisodun Kareem is not a newcomer to service—he is a tested leader, a relentless grassroots organiser and a results-driven lawmaker who has delivered concrete benefits to Saki West, Saki East and Atisbo Federal Constituency. With three terms of national legislative experience (2007–2015; 2023–date), Hon. Kareem has the record, the relationships and the capacity to represent Oyo North effectively in the Senate. He is a proud member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and a community leader trusted across faiths and wards to put people first. His work is measurable, his impact visible — from classrooms and boreholes…

The Executive Chairman of Saki East Local Government, Prince Adedokun Emmanuel Olalekan, has expressed deep appreciation to Governor Seyi Makinde for approving the construction of the Ogbooro–Agbonle Road, describing the decision as a landmark intervention that will reshape the socio-economic future of the entire axis. In a statement issued on Thursday, Prince Adedokun said the approval marks one of the most significant infrastructural commitments to the Atisbo–Saki East corridor in recent years, noting that it reflects the governor’s deliberate resolve to open up rural communities and stimulate balanced development across Oyo State. According to the Chairman, the Ogbooro–Agbonle Road project…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun State has announced a shift in its scheduled governorship primaries, originally fixed for Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025, following disruptions caused by the leadership crisis at the national level of the party. Addressing journalists in Osogbo, the State Chairman, Hon. Sunday Bisi, explained that although Governor Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke fulfilled all requirements for participation in the primaries, the party could not proceed due to unresolved internal issues affecting the national leadership. According to Bisi, Governor Adeleke purchased and submitted his expression of interest and nomination forms between October 13th and 25th, 2025, appeared…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Tuesday underscored its renewed push for institutional discipline and electoral integrity as its Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, formally swore in Prof. Rahmon Tella as the new Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) for Oyo State. The ceremony, held at INEC headquarters, highlighted the commission’s broader strategy to strengthen election management nationwide through strategic redeployments and stricter administrative standards. INEC, in a statement shared on its X handle, described the session as one conducted with “solemnity and purpose,” noting that the oath-taking aligned with Amupitan’s ongoing reforms aimed at entrenching discipline, integrity, and punctuality within the…

President Bola Tinubu has taken a significant step toward filling Nigeria’s long-vacant diplomatic posts, forwarding a shortlist of three ambassadorial nominees to the Senate for confirmation. Senate President Godswill Akpabio disclosed the development during Wednesday’s plenary, announcing the names included in the President’s letter: Kayode Are from Ogun State, Aminu Dalhatu from Jigawa State, and Ayodele Oke. The nominees constitute the first batch of diplomatic appointments under the Tinubu administration. After reading the letter, Akpabio noted that more names are expected. “The list contains three names for now. I am sure others will follow,” he told lawmakers. The move marks…

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, will on Friday preside over the promotion of seven senior chiefs in the Otun Olubadan line, marking another phase in the ongoing elevation exercise within the Ibadan traditional hierarchy. According to a statement released on Wednesday by the Olubadan’s media aide, Adeola Oloko, the ceremony will take place at the Olubadan Palace, Oke Aremo, Ibadan. Among those to be elevated is Senior Chief Lekan Alabi, who will move from Maye Olubadan to the title of Abese Olubadan. Senior Chief Akin Fijabi will also rise to Maye Olubadan from his current rank as Ekefa…

A fresh wave of political tension swept through the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Tuesday as its newly elected national chairman, Dr. Kabiru Tanimu Turaki (SAN), announced that the party leadership under him had successfully taken back control of the national secretariat in Abuja after a dramatic confrontation with expelled members. Addressing journalists and party stakeholders at the PDP headquarters shortly after calm was restored, Turaki said the leadership had “taken back the party and its mandate” following an intense seven-hour standoff triggered by efforts of expelled National Secretary Senator Samuel Anyanwu and his supporters to disrupt a scheduled National…