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On opposition, political itinerancy, and the illusion of salvation — by Demola Adetunji
Just last week, I wrote a piece on opposition politics, the Ibadan political summit, and my views on the state of the opposition in Nigeria. I was motivated largely by the body language and conduct of the political parties that participated in that summit. Let me restate my position clearly, as I did in that piece: I appreciate opposition in…
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Address by the National Chairman of the (ADC), Senator David Mark, at the National Opposition Summit in Ibadan
Distinguished leaders of the opposition, Protocols: Our gathering here today is an urgent response to our nation’s call to patriotic duty. My prayer is that history will remember us, that when the nation cried out to be rescued, we answered, that when we heard the agonies of mothers that just buried their children killed by bandits, we answered, that when…
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Nollywood actress Foluke Daramola sets eyes on House of Representatives, picks nomination form
Nollywood actress and politician, Foluke Daramola-Salako, has declared her intention to contest for the House of Representatives seat for Oshodi-Isolo Federal Constituency I under the All Progressives Congress (APC). She presented her expression of interest and nomination forms to the party leadership at the APC secretariat in Oshodi on Saturday. Addressing party leaders, including the APC Chairman, Saheed Animashaun, and…
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To our beloved brothers in South Africa — by Femi Fani-Kayode
William Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar is, in my view, one of his best plays ever written by history’s greatest bard and playwright, and it is indeed amongst my favourites. It speaks of mob psychology, ambition, power, treachery and the most brutal and painful expression of betrayal by a loved one. Caesar loved Brutus, his protege above all else, but at the…
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Nigeria’s democracy remains fledgling despite periodic elections — Professor Oladeji
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Head of the Political and Governance Policy Department at the Nigerian Institute of Social and Economic Research (NISER), Professor Abubakar Oladeji, has said that Nigeria’s democracy remains “fledgling” and, at best, an “electoral authoritarian” system despite regular elections. Oladeji stated this while delivering a keynote address at the Western Post 2026 annual retreat, themed…
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BREAKING: Peter Obi resigns from ADC, cites internal crises
Former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, has resigned from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), citing growing internal crises and external interference within the party. Obi announced his decision in a statement on Sunday, stressing that his exit was not due to any personal grievances with party leaders. He said he maintained respect for the party’s National Chairman, Senator David Mark,…
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Kwankwaso debunks defection rumours, says consultations still ongoing
Former Governor of Kano State, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has debunked defection rumours, insisting that consultations on his political future are still ongoing within the African Democratic Congress (ADC). In a statement on Saturday titled “Clarification on My Political Position”, Kwankwaso described recent media reports suggesting a political realignment within the ADC as misleading, stressing that no final decision had…
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Nollywood actress Sola Sobowale celebrates daughter’s wedding in Ibadan
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Veteran Nollywood actress, Sola Sobowale, has given her daughter Olamide’s hand in marriage to her partner, Adekunle, on Friday. The wedding ceremony, which was held in Ibadan, was graced by Nigerian celebrities as well as influential figures in society. The ceremony, which kicked off with a mother-and-daughter night, was followed by the traditional marriage rites and…
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Financial stability, character key in marriage decisions, Pastor Adeboye tells women
By Folashade Olorunfemi – The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has advised young women to prioritise financial stability and character over religious performance when choosing a life partner. He gave the advice during the May edition of the Holy Ghost Service, where he stressed that spiritual expressions should not be placed above…
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NIPR celebrates Information Minister Idris at 60, hails excellence in public communication
The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has congratulated the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, on his 60th birthday, describing him as a symbol of professionalism and excellence in public communication. In a statement on Saturday, signed by its president and chairman of council, Dr. Ike Neliaku, the institute noted that Idris exemplifies the core values…
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