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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…
ABEOKUTA – The Ogun State Youth Leader of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Lukman Ejalonibu, has issued a fiery mandate to young party members, charging them to “arise and take the PDP back to governance” as the state’s primary opposition prepares for future electoral cycles.Speaking yesterday in Abeokuta during a strategic meeting with youth leaders from the six local government areas of Ogun Central, Ejalonibu declared that the party is “poised for victory” and urged a total shift away from political complacency. The session included representatives from Abeokuta North, Abeokuta South, Ewekoro, Ifo, Obafemi-Owode, and Odeda LGAs.“We are the opposition…
May 5, 2026 – Meta has announced new advancements in its age assurance technology as part of its ongoing efforts to create safer, age-appropriate experiences for young people across its platforms. Through a combination of AI, product design, and parental support tools, Meta continues to strengthen how it identifies teens, protects them by default, and supports families in navigating digital environments. Strengthening underage enforcement with advanced AI Meta requires users to be at least 13 years old to use its platforms and continues to invest in advanced technologies to uphold this policy at scale. As part of these efforts, the…
Interswitch, one of Africa’s leading integrated payments and digital commerce companies, has announced the induction of the third and largest cohort of developer interns into its Developer Academy, reinforcing its long-standing commitment to building world-class technology talent and strengthening Africa’s digital ecosystem. Selected from a pool of over 20,000 applications, the new cohort emerged through a rigorous multi-stage process involving technical assessments, and interviews. Their induction into the Developer Academy highlights both the scale of interest in software engineering opportunities in Nigeria and Interswitch’s role in nurturing the next generation of highly skilled technology professionals. The 9-month programme brings together…