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Political Notes
A Marxist lens on Nigeria’s political elites: same faces, same failures, by Oluwadare Ayeni
Karl Marx, the 19th-century philosopher and revolutionary, argued that history is a history of class struggles—between those who control the means of production (the bourgeoisie) and those who sell their labor (the proletariat). He also warned about a ruling class that perpetuates its dominance by using state power to protect its economic interests and maintain control over the working masses.…
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Business
FG targets N360bn bond issuance in Q3 2025, DMO reveals
The Federal Government, through the Debt Management Office (DMO), has announced plans to raise up to N360billion from bond sales in the third quarter of 2025, according to its latest bond issuance calendar. The calendar shows that the DMO will reopen two existing instruments monthly, the 19.30 per cent FGN April 2029 bond and the 17.95 per cent FGN June…
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Lifestyle & Hot Gists
Fire guts Iyabo Ojo’s office, no lives lost
By Tosin Brown – Nollywood actress and producer Iyabo Ojo has revealed that part of her office was recently destroyed by fire. She made the announcement via her Instagram stories, where she posted videos showing the extent of the damage. One of the clips captured a Lagos State fire truck at the scene, working to put out the flames. Ojo…
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Politics
Tinubu focused on reforms, unshaken by 2027 political distractions – FG
By Kunle Sanni – The federal government has reiterated President Bola Tinubu’s unwavering commitment to his reform agenda, dismissing political speculations surrounding the 2027 general elections as mere distractions. In a statement issued on Monday, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, emphasized that the President remains focused on implementing transformative policies under the Renewed Hope agenda rather…
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Homeland News
Ibadan Baales mourn late Olubadan, pledge support for Ladoja’s ascension
By Adejayan Gbenga – The Association of Ibadan Traditional Baales has paid a condolence visit to the Olubadan Palace following the passing of His Imperial Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin (Ige Olakulehin I), the late Olubadan of Ibadanland. Speaking on behalf of the Baales, Baale (Alhaji) Bashiru Adisa of Kinabi village in Ido Local Government Area expressed their sorrow…
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Politics
‘We remain strong, united’ – Ondo PDP insists after top leaders left for ADC
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State has reaffirmed its unity and strength amid rising political realignments and coalitions across the country. The party leadership, in a joint statement signed by key stakeholders, dismissed claims linking the PDP to any merger or alliance, insisting that no formal discussions or agreements have been initiated with any…
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Politics
2025 LG Polls: Obasa charges APC candidates on ‘Door to Door’ campaign
Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. (Hon) Mudashiru Obasa has met with candidates of the All Progressives Congress (APC), from the Lagos State West Senatorial District at the assembly complex on Tuesday, ahead of Saturday’s council elections. He charged them to knock on all doors and campaign vigorously to ensure victory at the polls. As a show…
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Homeland News
Ibadan chiefs urge unity, back Ladoja’s ascension as 44th Olubadan
By Adejayan Gbenga – The Olubadan-in-Council has called on traditional title holders in Ibadanland to offer full support to the incoming Olubadan, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, as preparations for his ascension to the throne progress. Oba Ladoja, the current Otun Olubadan, is next in line to become the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, in accordance with the city’s rotational chieftaincy succession structure.…
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Politics
2027: Tinubu will win if ADC fields southern candidate – Okonkwo
A member of the opposition coalition, Kenneth Okonkwo, says President Bola Tinubu will win if the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presents a southern presidential candidate as its flag bearer in the 2027 election. Okonkwo said that to unseat Tinubu, the ADC coalition should present a northern political heavyweight, saying “My strategy this time around is that I am going to support…
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Education
Teachers’ Recruitment: Ekiti govt warns against impersonation, exam malpractices
The Ekiti state government has warned against impersonation and examination malpractices during recruitment exercise, adding that “anyone caught trying to impersonate or perpetrate any form of examination malpractices will be decisively dealt with.” The state government scheduled the written examination for applicants in its ongoing recruitment exercise into teaching and non-teaching positions in public secondary schools for Saturday, July 19, 2025.…
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