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No plans to leave PDP, says Governor Adeleke amid ADC defection rumours
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has dismissed rumours of his defection to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), reaffirming his unwavering commitment to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). In a statement issued on Wednesday by his spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, the governor described the defection claim as false and a desperate ploy by political opponents threatened…
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BREAKING: Emergency rule in Rivers State ends tomorrow after six-month period
The six-month emergency rule imposed in Rivers State is scheduled to officially end tomorrow, marking the conclusion of the federal intervention aimed at restoring order in the region. The emergency rule was declared by the federal government on March 18, 2025, following a wave of political instability, violent protests, and security breakdowns that threatened governance and public safety in the…
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Senator Ekwunife disowns allegations against Soludo’s wife, tenders apology
Senator Uche Ekwunife, the Deputy Governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the upcoming November 8 election in Anambra State, has distanced herself from damaging allegations recently attributed to her regarding Governor Chukwuma Soludo and his wife, Mrs. Nonye Soludo. The most controversial of the claims was a rumour alleging that the First Lady had a child with…
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Ondo PDP flag bearer withdraws appeal challenging Aiyedatiwa’s victory
By Boye Oyeyemi – Former Ondo State Deputy Governor and governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Ajayi Alfred Agboola, has withdrawn his appeal challenging the outcome of the last governorship election in the state. In a letter addressed to the Chief Registrar of the Supreme Court dated September 16 and obtained by WESTERN POST, Agboola said the…
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Emergency rule in Rivers was last resort, says sole administrator
Rivers State sole administrator, Ibok-Ete Ibas, has said that the emergency rule imposed on the state was not a voluntary decision, but a necessary response to escalating insecurity and political deadlock. Speaking at a public lecture in Port Harcourt on Tuesday, themed “Democracy and Good Governance”, Ibas said the federal intervention was prompted by a breakdown of trust and governance…
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APC slams Atiku over ‘revolution’ remarks, accuses him of inciting anarchy
By Kunle Sanni – The All Progressives Congress (APC) has strongly criticized former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, over his recent comments on the state of the nation, describing them as reckless, irresponsible, and unbecoming of a former national leader. In a statement issued on Monday, September 15, 2025, by…
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DSS files fresh charges against Sowore over posts targeting Tinubu
By Kunle Sanni – The Department of State Services (DSS) has filed fresh criminal charges against human rights activist and publisher of Sahara Reporters, Omoyele Sowore, over a series of social media posts in which he allegedly defamed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. According to the charge sheet filed before a Federal High Court in Abuja, Sowore is accused of publishing…
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Oyo Speaker refutes victimisation claims, cautions against politicising Assembly
By Adejayan Gbenga – Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, has refuted claims of any planned suspension or victimisation of lawmakers, assuring that the 10th Assembly remains committed to equity, fairness, and democratic ideals. Addressing colleagues at Tuesday’s plenary, Ogundoyin cautioned members against using the Assembly as a platform for political sympathy or cheap…
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Ekiti 2026: Oyebanji reassures commitment to inclusive governance after meeting councillors
The governor of Ekiti State, Biodun Oyebanji has reaffirmed his commitment to inclusive governance, stating that his administration would continue to work closely with leaders at the grassroots and at other levels to consolidate development across the state. Oyebanji made the remarks in a post on his facebook page, disclosing his meetings at the weekend with past councillors and the…
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Oyo Assembly hits back at APC over alleged intimidation of lawmaker
By Adejayan Gbenga – The Oyo State House of Assembly has dismissed claims that it intimidated Hon. Ibrahim Shittu of the Saki West State Constituency following the recent approval of a ₦300 billion loan facility. The All Progressives Congress (APC) had alleged that supporters of Governor Seyi Makinde were plotting to intimidate the lawmaker. In response, Waheed Akintayo, Chairman of…
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