Category: Politics
Gani Adams Criticizes Sultan’s Support for Sharia Courts in South-West
The endorsement of Sharia courts in the South-West by the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), led by the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has sparked strong opposition from Yoruba leaders, particularly Gani Adams, the Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland. Adams warned that introducing Sharia courts in the region could destabilize…
Governor Dapo Abiodun’s Road Infrastructure: Progress, Expansion Plans, and Commitment to Development
Governor Dapo Abiodun’s administration has remained steadfast in its commitment to road infrastructure development across Ogun State, prioritizing connectivity, economic growth, and overall quality of life. Since assuming office, his government has constructed over 600 kilometers of roads, including 243.3 kilometers in the Ogun East Senatorial District alone. While significant progress has been made, the…
Hon. Oladipupo Adebutu Released by DSS, Speaks on Ogun Local Government Elections
Abeokuta, Ogun State – Hon. (Dr.) Oladipupo O. Adebutu, former member of the House of Representatives and gubernatorial flagbearer of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State, has been released by the Department of State Services (DSS) after being invited for questioning regarding allegations stemming from the November 16 Local Government Elections. Dr. Adebutu,…
Ladoja Unveils 18-Year Secret: Not Adedibu, Akala, But Obasanjo Behind My Impeachment
Former Oyo State Governor, Rashidi Ladoja, has revealed that former President Olusegun Obasanjo was the main orchestrator behind his impeachment 18 years ago, contradicting the long-standing belief that his ousting was led by the late Alhaji Lamidi Adedibu and his then-deputy, Adebayo Alao-Akala. In a recent interview on Fresh FM to mark his 80th birthday,…
October 1 protest: Ogun court restricts protesters to MKO Abiola Stadium, three other venues
A High Court sitting in Abeokuta, Ogun State, has restricted members of the #FearlessInOctober protest groups in the state to the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abeokuta, Gateway International Stadium, Sagamu; Dipo Dina Stadium, Ijebu Ode, and Ansar-Ud-Deen Comprehensive High School, Ota. The court presided by Tajudeen. A.Okunsokan gave this order following an application brought by…
Court Bars INEC and Security Agencies from Participating in Rivers State Local Government Elections
A Federal High Court ruling has prohibited the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from providing the voters’ register to the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) for the upcoming local government elections scheduled for October 5, 2024. The court also barred the Inspector General of Police (IGP) and the Department of State Services (DSS) from…
House of Representatives Passes Bill to Allow Independent Candidates in Elections
On Thursday, the Nigerian House of Representatives passed a significant bill on its first reading, aimed at amending the 1999 Constitution to permit independent candidates to contest for elective positions in future elections. The proposed legislation, titled “A bill for an Act to alter the provisions of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria,…
APC Eyes Further Political Wins Following Edo Victory: Ganduje Sets Sights on Ondo and Anambra
Following the All Progressives Congress’s (APC) victory in the Edo governorship election, the party’s national chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has outlined ambitious plans to consolidate its political dominance. In a statement made on Monday, September 23, Ganduje emphasized that the party is well-prepared to secure the governorship seat in Ondo during the upcoming election…
Edo Election: INEC Announces Start of Collation of Results at 10 a.m.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that the collation of results for the Edo State Governorship election will commence at 10:00 a.m. today, Sunday, September 22, 2024. This update was provided by Dr. Anugbum Onuoha, the Resident Electoral Commissioner of Edo State, in a statement addressing the public, political stakeholders, and election observers….
Edo Election: Mercy Johnson’s Husband, Prince Okojie, Escapes Assassination Attempt
Prince Henry Odianosen Okojie, a federal lawmaker representing Esan North-East/Esan South-East Federal Constituency in Edo State and husband of Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson, narrowly escaped an assassination attempt on Friday morning. The attack reportedly occurred at his residence in Uromi, where armed men, believed to be political thugs, targeted him. The motive behind the attack…