Author: Newsjaunts
The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primary election conducted across the 20 local government areas of Ogun State ended with the emergence of Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, as the party’s flag bearer for the 2027 governorship election. The exercise, which attracted unprecedented participation and support from party members across the state, was widely adjudged peaceful, orderly, and devoid of violence or disruptions. Speaking after participating in the governorship primary election at Ward 3, Iperu 1, in Ikenne Local Government Area, Governor Dapo Abiodun disclosed that more than 700 aspirants had initially indicated interest in contesting for…
Abeokuta South came alive today as Hon. Chief Tolulope Oluwafikayo Ayinla Phillips emerged as one of the leading political figures in the ongoing governorship primary election at Ward 7, Abeokuta South, recording an impressive turnout and strong support from party members and his loyalists. The atmosphere at the polling venue was charged with excitement as supporters trooped out in large numbers, responding to the earlier call by Hon. Phillips for party faithful/All Tolu Phillips movement members across Abeokuta South and its municipal areas to participate actively in the primary election process. Before the commencement of voting, Hon. Phillips had passionately…
The Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership (NCSP) has reaffirmed Nigeria’s unwavering commitment to the One-China Principle, stating that the country’s position on Taiwan remains a settled and non-negotiable matter of national policy. The statement comes as global attention turns once again to China’s insistence on the One-China Principle, following the visit of a United States delegation led by President Donald Trump in Beijing, accompanied by America’s most powerful business executives. The visit underscored the enduring centrality of the Taiwan question in China’s diplomatic engagements, and Beijing’s consistent position that the People’s Republic of China is the world’s only legitimate Chinese government and…
Majority Leader of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Noheem Adams, on Wednesday floored his rival, Saheed Adesegun Bankole, in the primary election of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Eti-Osa Constituency 1. Adams polled 7,638 to defeat Bankole who scored 1,225 in the poll held at Ward K3, Olomu primary school, Ajah. The result of the election was announced by Basirat Kamoru, who declared Adams, the incumbent lawmaker, as the APC candidate for the Lagos State House of Assembly in the constituency. While Adams had a landslide in five of the wards, election in the sixth ward J…
IJEBU-ODE, OGUN STATE — Alhaji Abdulhameed Femi Omotayo, popularly known as “OmoOwo,” has secured the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) ticket for the Ogun East Senatorial District ahead of the upcoming legislative elections.Omotayo emerged victorious following the party’s primary election conducted on Wednesday at the Adeola Odutola Hall in Ijebu-Ode.In his acceptance speech, the newly minted candidate framed his victory as the dawn of a “new movement” centered on accessibility and inclusive governance for the district. He expressed gratitude to party delegates and leaders, emphasizing that his candidacy represents a collective vision for the region rather than personal ambition. “Today is…
By Olawale OlurotimiThe demand for seasoned female administrators with global exposure in the governance of Nigeria’s economic hub has never been more urgent. Following the rich legacy of impactful female political leaders in Lagos State, Mrs. Zansi Omolara Samuel has emerged as the definitive choice to champion the cause of women, professionals, and the diaspora community in executive governance.Mrs. Zansi’s formidable professional background sets her apart. After earning her National Certificate in Education (NCE) at the Lagos State College of Education, Ijanikin (Oto Awori), she excelled as an Administrative Officer at the prestigious Administrative Staff College of Nigeria (ASCON). Seeking…
When President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing alongside America’s most powerful business executives, the world was reminded that economic interdependence remains one of the most powerful forces in international relations. Beneath the trade and investment agenda, however, ran a question China has never left unanswered, the One-China Principle, and Beijing’s absolute, unwavering commitment to it. For China, this is a matter of sovereign certainty. The People’s Republic of China is the world’s only legitimate Chinese government, and Taiwan is an inalienable part of its territory. This is not a position Beijing has hedged or softened across decades of shifting global…
The 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCAs) brought together the very best ofAfrican film and television in a vibrant celebration of storytelling, creativity, and cultural expression, whilealso highlighting the systems that help make experiences like this seamless and engaging. As one of Africa’s most influential entertainment events, the AMVCAs once again convened thecontinent’s leading creatives and industry voices in Lagos, Nigeria for a weekend that spotlightedexcellence, creativity, and the expanding reach of African film and television. At the heart of this year’sAMVCA activities were Quickteller and Verve, Interswitch’s flagship brands, both of which played astrategic role…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State has suffered a major political blow today, May 20, 2026, following the formal resignation of Asiwaju Akinloye Bankole (JP), the party’s former Publicity Secretary and Director of Media and Communication. In a resignation letter dated May 20, 2026, and issued from his Ayepeju’54 Arcade residence in the Idosuwa compound of Ipokia, Bankole described his exit as a “difficult and painful” conclusion to a journey that began in 2002. Bankole’s departure is anchored in what he describes as a drastic decline in the PDP’s political efficacy. He explicitly accused the party leadership of…
Nigeria’s leading indigenous digital solutions company, Globacom, has reaffirmed its support for cultural preservation with the announcement of its headline sponsorship of the 2026 Ojude Oba Festival, marking 21 consecutive years of partnership with the people of Ijebuland. Speaking at the festival’s pre-event press conference in Ijebu-Ode, Globacom’s representative, Mr. Olumide Orojimi, described the milestone as a testament to the company’s commitment to promoting culture, unity, and national identity. “This edition represents a defining milestone for us,” he stated. “For twenty-one unbroken years, Globacom has walked this cultural journey with the people of Ijebuland. “Beyond sponsorship, this partnership symbolises our…