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Thousands of Eti-Osa residents in Lagos at the weekend declared their support for President Bola Tinubu, governorship hopeful Obafemi Hamzat and a member of the State House of Assembly, Noheem Adams ahead of the forthcoming elections. Those who attended the event included the Central Working Committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Eti-Osa headed by Engr. Murphy Adetoro, a member of the Governance Advisory Council (GAC). Others are the chairmen of the three local government areas of Eti-Osa constituency 1, APC ward chairmen, traditional rulers and the Lekki Residents Association who had all earlier adopted Adams, a majority leader…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to restoring the relevance of traditional institutions in Nigeria’s governance structure, describing monarchs as indispensable partners in promoting peace, security, and grassroots development across the country. Tinubu stated this on Saturday during the final farewell and reception held in honour of the late Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona at the Dipo Dina Stadium. Represented by Dapo Abiodun, the President said the Renewed Hope Agenda of his administration had deliberately repositioned traditional rulers from ceremonial figures to active stakeholders in governance, conflict resolution, economic mobilisation, and nation-building. According to him, the Federal Government…
ABEOKUTA – Olufunbi Majekodunmi, the PDP consensus candidate for Abeokuta South 1, has formally clarified the status of his resignation from the All Progressives Congress (APC), while issuing a strong appeal for internal unity within his current party.In a statement released to address recent inquiries, Majekodunmi maintained that he followed all necessary protocols to sever ties with his former party.”I wish to clearly state that I duly submitted my resignation letters to the APC Ward Chairman, Local Government leadership, and State Secretariat as required,” Majekodunmi stated.Addressing questions regarding his activity at the grassroots level during the transition, he noted, “I…
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has received the Award of Excellence from the National Social Safety Nets Coordinating Office (NASSCO) in recognition of his administration’s commitment to inclusive governance and social protection delivery. The award was presented during a stakeholder engagement event with local government chairmen, held at the Transcorp Congress Hall in Abuja. NASSCO, a federal agency operating under the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, is responsible for implementing social safety-net programmes designed to protect and empower vulnerable populations across Nigeria. In her remarks while presenting the award, the National Coordinator of NASSCO, Dr. Funmi…
ABEOKUTA – In a significant move to ensure party unity ahead of the upcoming elections, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has cleared the path for Hon. Olufunbi Majekodunmi, naming him the consensus candidate for the Abeokuta South Constituency 1 seat in the State House of Assembly.The decision followed an extensive consultative meeting held by party stakeholders, elders, and fellow aspirants in the constituency. The move is seen as a strategic effort to present a formidable and united front, avoiding the internal frictions often associated with primary contests.Confirming the development, party leaders cited Majekodunmi’s deep grassroots connection, his professional standing, and…
ABEOKUTA – Following his recent appointment as Senior Legislative Aide to the Deputy Senate President, Mr. Oyejide Sunkanmi Kamilu has expressed profound gratitude to the Senator representing Ogun West Senatorial District, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi. In an appreciation letter dated May 7, 2026, Oyejide described the Senator’s role in facilitating the appointment as a testament to his commitment to youth empowerment and human capital development. ”This singular act once again confirms your reputation as a compassionate, visionary, and people-oriented leader who is genuinely committed to empowering young people and helping emerging politicians achieve their dreams,” the…
ABEOKUTA – In a significant boost for youth representation in Ogun State politics, The former Ogun PDP Youth Leader Mr. Oyejide Sunkanmi Kamilu, popularly known as ‘SUCO,’ has been appointed as a Senior Legislative Aide (SLA) to the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin. The appointment was made possible through Senator Solomon Olamilekan poularly known as YAYI. Oyejide, a prominent grassroots mobilizer with over 12years experience in politics from Onisasa Village in Abeokuta North Local Government Area, receives this federal appointment following his consistent dedication to public service and political development within the state. Oyejide’s appointment came after…
A political storm is gathering within the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Anambra State, just hours after the dramatic entry of Peter Obi into the party, with allegations of manipulation, exclusion, and financial impropriety now threatening to derail its early momentum. According to sources within the party, tension erupted following the local government and state congress held in Awka on Monday, May 4, 2026, with aggrieved stakeholders already initiating legal steps to challenge the legitimacy of the exercise. At the centre of the crisis is the Chairman of Ekwusigo Local Government Area Caretaker Committee, Chukwudile Okoye, who has accused the…
Hon. Olufunbi Majekodunmi has officially joined the race for the Abeokuta South Constituency 1 seat in the State House of Assembly after picking up his Expression of Interest and Nomination forms at the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) secretariat on Wednesday. The move marks a formal step in his bid to represent the constituency, drawing a crowd of supporters to the party headquarters in a show of solidarity. Speaking with Journalists after obtaining his form, he said: “This is a call to service that I do not take lightly. By picking up these forms, I am making a formal pledge to…
ABEOKUTA – Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has moved to forestall internal friction within the All Progressives Congress (APC) by promising government appointments and nomination fee refunds to aspirants who agree to step down for consensus candidates.During a strategic meeting in Abeokuta with House of Representatives and House of Assembly aspirants, the Governor emphasized that “consensus-building” and adherence to “local government zoning arrangements” are essential to maintaining party cohesion ahead of the forthcoming elections.Addressing the gathered aspirants and party leaders from the state’s 20 local government areas, Abiodun noted that while the party is rich in qualified talent, the…