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Politics
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Makinde promotes three Ibadan high chiefs in absentia
By Adejayan Gbenga Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has elevated three high chiefs in Ibadanland to the rank of Obas despite their absence at the coronation ceremony. The development is reportedly the first time such an action has occurred in the history of Yorubaland. The affected chiefs — Ekeerin Balogun of Ibadanland, Akeem Adewoyin; Ekaarun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Kola…
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Ondo AG backs INEC chair, warns against undermining rule of law
By Boye Oyeyemi Ondo State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr Kayode Ajulo (SAN), has defended the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Prof. Joash Ojo Amupitan (SAN), amid the leadership crisis rocking the African Democratic Congress. In his remarks, Ajulo faulted calls by a faction within the party for the removal of the INEC boss, describing such demands…
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APC faults ADC congress plans amid court case, defends INEC’s actions
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has criticised the David Mark led African Democratic Congress (ADC) for allegedly disregarding court orders by insisting on proceeding with congresses and conventions despite ongoing litigation. Addressing a news conference in Abuja on Friday, the APC National Secretary, Senator Ajibola Basiru, said that ADC’s insistence on proceeding with party congresses despite an ongoing case… raises…
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Opposition parties not under attack by APC— Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed allegations that opposition parties are being targeted under the administration of President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Wike spoke on Friday during an interview with journalists in Abuja, reflecting on his past experiences with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and contrasting them with the…
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Tinubu, APC not responsible for ADC leadership dispute — Presidency
The Presidency has rejected claims by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) that President Bola Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC) are responsible for the opposition party’s ongoing leadership crisis. In a post on X, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, said the legal disputes currently troubling the ADC were initiated internally and…
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INEC defends withdrawal of ADC faction recognition, cites rule of law
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has defended its decision to withdraw recognition of rival factions within the African Democratic Congress (ADC), saying the move was necessary to uphold the rule of law. In a statement on Thursday, Adedayo Oketola, Chief Press Secretary to INEC Chairman Joash Amupitan, said the action followed a Court of Appeal ruling ordering parties to…
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Ondo Reps Ticket: APC chieftain Akinkuebi pushes equity, capacity in nomination debate
By Boye Oyeyemi An All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain and industrialist, Dr Femi Akinkuebi, has called for fairness and competence to guide the party’s forthcoming nomination for the Ondo East/West Federal Constituency seat. Akinkuebi, in a statement made available to party stakeholders, urged the APC to adhere to its core values in selecting its candidate, stressing the need to promote…
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ADC chairmanship tussle escalates as Nafiu Bala denies resignation, alleges forgery
The leadership crisis within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has intensified as a factional leader, Nafiu Bala, denied claims that he resigned from his position, insisting that a purported resignation letter attributed to him is fake. In a video statement, Bala said the document claiming he stepped down as deputy national chairman on May 17, 2025, did not originate from…
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Lagos APC Chairman urges unity, renewal in Good Friday message
The Lagos State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Cornelius Ojelabi, has called on Nigerians to embrace unity, faith, and collective progress as Christians commemorate Good Friday. In a statement issued to mark the solemn occasion, Ojelabi joined Christians in Nigeria and across the world in reflecting on the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, whose crucifixion symbolizes love, redemption, and…
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2027: Yusuf Ali tasks politicians to work for Nigerians, cautions against selfishness
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin A Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) and Kulia Ngeri of Ilorin, Mallam Yusuf Ola-Olu Ali, has urged politicians to love the people they were elected to serve while bearing in mind that the day of reckoning awaits. He gave this advice during a courtesy visit by the executive members of the Correspondents’ chapel to his Ilorin…
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