Author: Bolanle Akinwalere

In a move that has fundamentally reshaped the political landscape of Oyo North, the Ayedero of Yorubaland and former member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Shina Peller, has officially resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to join the Allied Peoples Movement (APM). The transition was formalized on Thursday at the APM State Secretariat in Ibadan, where Hon. Peller was received by a massive surge of supporters and party executives. The move is widely seen as a calculated effort to safeguard his 2027 Senatorial ambitions from the crippling legal instability currently plaguing his former party. Explaining the rationale behind…

Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, played host to a landmark gathering of labour leaders, government officials, and stakeholders as the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), Oyo State chapter, formally inaugurated newly elected executives across its 25 local government branches in a ceremony marked by pomp, policy direction, and renewed commitment to grassroots governance.The event, held at the Local Government Staff Training School within the State Secretariat, Ibadan, brought together key figures in the labour movement from across Nigeria. The swearing-in ceremony was not merely symbolic but represented a significant transition in leadership across local government structures in the…

Nigeria’s opposition political parties have taken a significant step toward collaboration ahead of the 2027 general elections, adopting a joint communiqué known as the “Ibadan Declaration” at the end of a National Summit held on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Ibadan. The declaration signals a major political realignment, with the parties resolving to unite against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and resist what they described as moves toward a one-party state and “state capture.” A key resolution from the summit is the decision to pursue electoral unity by presenting a single, consensus presidential candidate for the 2027 elections. The…

The Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), Saki West Local Government chapter, staged a vibrant and well-attended Union Day celebration on Wednesday, marked by the commissioning of a landmark welfare project—the End Well Warehouse—at the Saki West Local Government Secretariat. The event drew dignitaries, labour leaders, government representatives, and union members from across the state, underscoring the growing influence and organisational strength of the union at the grassroots level. In his address, the Chairman of the union, Comrade Ajuwon Ibraheem Ayinde, expressed deep gratitude to God for the opportunity to serve and for the union’s continued progress. He acknowledged…

The political atmosphere in Saki West has shifted notably as Salahudeen Kabiru Adebayo has emerged as the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the Saki West State Constituency ahead of the 2027 general elections. The development, which came to light on Thursday, April 16, 2026, has generated widespread enthusiasm among constituents and party supporters, many of whom see his emergence as a refreshing prospect for legislative representation in the area. According to sources within the constituency, Adebayo’s emergence followed extensive consultations and internal party processes designed to identify a candidate with strong grassroots appeal and a demonstrable record…

The Oyo State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has inaugurated a 45-member State Executive Committee through a consensus arrangement, dismissing a parallel congress held by a rival faction in the state. The newly constituted executive, led by Hon. Jimoh Afees Adelowo, emerged during the party’s state congress held on Saturday at the Watershed Event Centre, Old Ife Road, Ibadan. The exercise marked the climax of earlier ward and local government congresses conducted across the 33 local government areas of the state. A three-man Congress Committee from the party’s national headquarters in Abuja, led by former House of Representatives…

Comrade Babalola Rufus Adeyemi, the Deputy National President General of the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), has extended warm greetings to Muslim and Christian faithful across Oyo State and Nigeria as they commence the sacred seasons of Ramadan and Lent. In his special message, Comrade Rufus described the period as a unique and spiritually significant moment marked by fasting, prayer, reflection, and renewed devotion to God. “To our Muslim faithful, I bring you greetings of peace and unity — As-Salamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh. As you begin the blessed month of Ramadan, may Almighty Allah grant you strength, ease,…

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…