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Oyo APC calls for probe into Saturday disruption of PDP LG congresses
By Adejayan Gbenga The Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has called on security agencies to investigate the attack on the residence of former Deputy Governor Alhaji Hazeem Gbolarumi and other leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) which occurred on Saturday. The appeal was made in a statement signed by APC’s Publicity Secretary, Wasiu Olawale Sadare.…
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Ekiti, Osun polls will test APC strength ahead of 2027 – Oyintiloye
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Hon. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has said the outcome of the Ekiti and Osun governorship elections in 2026 will serve as a litmus test for the party ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking with journalists in Osogbo on Sunday, Oyintiloye said victories for the APC…
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IWD 2026: Lagos APC applauds women’s role in governance, economy
The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has joined the global community in celebrating women on the occasion of International Women’s Day, praising their resilience and contributions to societal development. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Lagos APC Spokesman, Seye Oladejo, said the party recognises the vital role women play in building families, communities and the…
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Oyo governorship aspirant Adegoke defects from PDP to ADC
By Adejayan Gbenga Chief Adegboyega Taofeek Adegoke, a prominent chief, philanthropist, and governorship aspirant in Oyo State has officially resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to join the African Democratic Congress (ADC). In a resignation letter, Adegoke cited “intractable political crisis and problems within the PDP” as the driving force behind his defection. He warned that ongoing internal disputes…
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Oyo lawmaker Olajide joins 2027 governorship race
By Adejayan Gbenga The honorable member representing Ibadan North and South West in the Oyo State House of Representatives, Adedeji Dhikrullahi Olajide, has officially declared his intention to contest in the 2027 Oyo gubernatorial election. Olajide made the announcement through a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Public Affairs, Tolu Mustapha. The lawmaker disclosed that he considers…
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Ex-Deputy Governor Adeyemo assumes office as Oyo APC chairman
By Adejayan Gbenga Former Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Chief Moses Alake Adeyemo, has officially assumed office as the new chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State. This followed the inauguration of a new State Executive Committee that is expected to manage party affairs for the next four years. The swearing-in ceremony which took place at the…
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Hoodlums disrupt pro-Wike PDP faction’s congresses in Oyo, injure several
By Adejayan Gbenga Suspected political thugs have disrupted the local government congress of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) faction loyal to the ex-Governor Nyesom Wike, in Oyo State. According to reliable sources, the PDP in Oyo State is currently divided into two factions, with one aligned to Wike and the other loyal to Governor Seyi Makinde. As earlier scheduled, the…
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2027: Jandor pledges welfare-driven govt for Lagos residents
A governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State and Lead Visioner of the Lagos4Lagos Movement, Olajide Adediran, popularly known as JANDOR, has said his administration would prioritise the welfare of residents if elected governor in 2027. Jandor made the remark on Saturday while speaking with journalists on the sidelines of the 8th Annual Ramadan Lecture held…
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Senator Yari unveils nationwide political movement to mobilise support for Tinubu’s re-election
A former governor of Zamfara State and Senator representing Zamfara West Senatorial District, Sen. Abdulaziz Yari, has launched a new political movement aimed at consolidating nationwide support for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu. National facilitators of the movement, Alhaji Mohammed Abubakar and his deputy, Emmanuel Osita, disclosed this in a statement issued Saturday in Abuja. According to the National…
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‘I will defend Tinubu anywhere’ — Bwala addresses Al Jazeera controversy
Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, has responded to the reactions following his recent appearance on Al Jazeera’s Head to Head, saying he remains ready to defend the administration anywhere in the world. Bwala appeared on the programme hosted by Mehdi Hasan, where he addressed questions on government policies and past statements he made about…
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