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The dust has settled on Saturday’s by-elections in Anambra State, and the results speak volumes about the political maturity of Ndi Anambra and the growing confidence in democratic institutions under Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo’s leadership, along with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s progressive disposition. The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) did not just win; the ruling party delivered a resounding statement about effective governance and electoral integrity. The Governor’s Chief Press Secretary (CPS), Christian Aburime, states that Chief Emmanuel Nwachukwu’s commanding victory in the Anambra South Senatorial District, securing 90,408 votes against the APC’s 19,812, represents more than a numerical triumph. …

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has called for a partnership with Chinese investors to explore the numerous mineral resources that abound in the State. Governor Abiodun made the call on Tuesday when he received the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Yu Dunhai, who paid him a courtesy visit in his office at Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta. He said the State is blessed with abundant natural resources, making it the largest contributor in the non-oil sector of the nation’s economy, hence the need for the State to partner with Chinese investors for more coordinated exploration. He said: “Ogun State is blessed with…

Lagos, Nigeria – August 18, 2025 – The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has officially accredited Interswitch, one of Africa’s leading integrated payments and digital commerce companies, as an Access Point Provider and System Integrator for Nigeria’s mandatory e-invoicing system under the Monitoring, Billing, and Settlement (MBS) platform.  The FIRS launched the MBS platform to combat tax evasion, improve transaction transparency, and boost revenue collection. Serving as the central hub for real-time or near-real-time invoice validation, the platform captures essential transaction details, from buyer and supplier information to quantities, prices, and taxes, replacing paper or traditional electronic documents such as invoices,…

Security expert and peace advocate, Otunba Adejare Rewane Adegbenro, has urged politicians and commentators to exercise caution in their remarks about President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, warning against statements that could inflame tensions in the polity. He gave the warning in an interview programme on ITV in Abuja. Reacting to a recent remark credited to Lauretta Onochie that the president is running the country like a WhatsApp groups, Adegbenro expressed disappointment, stressing that members of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) must avoid divisive rhetoric. “The party is APC, the president is APC. Irrespective of whether you are for Buhari or…

The Chairman/CEO of Adron Group, Sir Aare Adetola EmmanuelKing KOF, has congratulated Hon. Adesola Ayoola-Elegbeji on her resounding victory in the just concluded by-election for the Remo Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives. In a goodwill message issued by him, he described the victory as “a historic moment for the Remo people, coming at a time when the constituency yearns for a leader with vision, courage, and genuine commitment to service.” He noted that the outcome of the election was an attestation to the trust and confidence reposed in Hon. Ayoola-Elegbeji by the people, adding that her sterling…

In a strategic move to strengthen leadership and reposition the Nigerian Army (NA) for greater operational effectiveness, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has approved the posting and appointment of some senior officers to key command, instructional, and staff positions across various formations and units of the Nigerian Army. The redeployment encompasses few Principal Staff Officers (PSOs) at the Army Headquarters (AHQ), two General Officers Commanding (GOCs), Corps Commanders, Commandants of training institutions, and Brigade Commanders, among other appointments critical to the Nigerian Army’s operational and administrative structure. Some of the senior officers appointed as Principal…

Jos, Nigeria, August 15, 2025 — The Alliance for Youth Nigeria is celebrating four years of impact, marking the transformation of over 25,000 young Nigerians who are now gainfully employed through skills development, entrepreneurship support, and other employment opportunities. Founded by Nestlé Nigeria, Jobberman Nigeria, Big Bottling Company, the United Nations Global Compact Network Nigeria, and U-Connect HR Limited, the Alliance is supported by key stakeholders including the Federal Ministry of Youth, Lagos State Employment Trust Fund, and Activate Success International. Together, they share a bold vision: equipping 250,000 young Nigerians with vital employability and entrepreneurial skills by 2030. This year,…

The aftermath of the Remo Federal Constituency Bye-Election held on Saturday, August 16, 2025, has ignited fierce criticism from Hon. Oke Rotimi Michael, the ACCORD Party candidate, who has publicly rejected the results declared by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). In a strongly worded press statement, Michael described the election as “one of the darkest pages of Nigeria’s electoral history,” alleging widespread violence, voter intimidation, and ballot snatching. “Far from being democracy in action, it was the invasion of vampires and bloodsuckers in action,” he said. Michael accused security agencies of complicity, claiming they “did nothing as touts, thugs,…

…accuses INEC of Corruption and aiding manipulation

The People’s Democratic Party, PDP House of Representatives candidate in the 2023 elections and a community leader, Chief Toyin Amuzu (TA), has called on the people of Ogun State not to lose hope but to remain strong, firm and resolute in their quest to change the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Reacting to the violence, intimidation and malpractices that marred yesterday’s bye-election in Ikenne, Sagamu and Remo North Federal Constituency, Chief Amuzu said the conduct of the polls was a clear sign of the total failure of the APC across all sectors. “Here is a government that has inflicted poverty,…