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OndoDecides2024: Aiyedatiwa extends olive branch to opposition
By Kunle Sanni Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Tuesday called on the opposition to collaborate with his administration in governing the state, urging them to “join hands with the winning party.” Governor Aiyedatiwa made the appeal during a visit to the State House, Abuja, where he and the Deputy Governor-elect, Olayide Adelami, presented their certificates of return to President…
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Obasanjo debunks death rumour, commends Adeleke for outstanding performance
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has expressed disappointment over rumors of his death circulating on social media. Speaking on Tuesday during the commissioning of the Old Garage-Oke Fia-Lameco road in Osogbo, Obasanjo addressed the baseless speculation. He recounted waking up to news of his purported demise, which had gone viral online. “I was told to check social…
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Lagos 2027: Speaker Obasa shoots himself in the foot
By Ibidapo Balogun He has always carried on like an emperor, holding the Lagos assemblymen by the jugular and bestriding the House like a colossus. His word is law; for him there is no room for disagreement, talk less dissent. Any lawmaker who crosses his path must fall. Recall the fate that befell some lawmakers who disagreed with him notwithstanding…
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PDP, LP, other opposition parties have lost momentum- Segun Showunmi
…forms National Opposition Coalition Network A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party and former governorship aspirant in Ogun State, Segun Showunmi, has formed a national opposition coalition network. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Monday, Showunmi explained that the coalition was formed to rescue the nation and its democracy from imminent danger. Showunmi stated that there is no…
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INEC lambasts PDP govs over allegation of Edo election manipulation
The Independent National Electoral Commission on Sunday lambasted the Peoples Democratic Party governors over allegations that it manipulated the Edo State governorship election held on September 21, 2024. INEC had declared Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress as the winner with 291,667 votes, while the PDP candidate, Dr. Asue Ighodalo, secured 247,274 votes. Labour Party’s Olumide Akpata came third…
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Obaseki’s appointed deputy, Omobayo appears in court over alleged contempt
Godwins Omobayo, who was appointed as deputy governor to the immediate-past Governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, on Monday, appeared at a Federal High Court in Abuja to honour a court order. Omobayo appeared in court alongside his counsel, Ken Mozia, SAN, before Justice Omotosho. Justice Omotosho had, on 4 November ordered Mr Omobayo to appear in person before him…
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Lagosians rally for Ambode’s 2027 governorship bid
Residents of Lagos State have called on former Governor Akinwunmi Ambode to contest the 2027 governorship election, expressing confidence in his ability to drive the state’s development if given a second chance. The Lagos Residents Association (LRA), a prominent civic group, made the appeal in a statement signed by its President General, Dr. Olumuyiwa Adesanmi. The group urged the All…
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Dele Momodu: An aspirant gave each delegate $30,000 during PDP primary in 2022
Dele Momodu, publisher of Ovation Magazine, says he regrets spending about N50 million to buy the presidential nomination form of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in 2022. Momodu spoke in a recent interview on Eden Oasis published on Sunday. The journalist and politician said the primary was heavily monetised with a particular aspirant doling out $30,000 on each of the…
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JANDOR @47: History will remember you as a catalyst for positive change- Lagos PDP
The Lagos State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has said its governorship candidate in the 2023 general elections, Olajide Adediran (JANDOR) would be remembered as a catalyst for positive change. The party, in a congratulatory message issued by its Publicity Secretary, Hakeem Amode on Jandor’s 47th birthday, said it takes immense pride in his unwavering commitment to democracy…
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Tinubu, Buhari part of Nigeria’s accidental leadership cycle — Kukah
The Catholic Archbishop of Sokoto Diocese, Bishop Matthew Kukah, has described President Bola Tinubu, former President Muhammadu Buhari, and other past Nigerian leaders as products of an “accidental leadership cycle.” Kukah stated that many of these leaders assumed power without adequate preparation, especially in a world where the demands of governance are constantly evolving. He made these remarks on Sunday…
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