…of SMBLF and leader of Afenifere, Oladipo Olaitan, said the forum believes state governors should have powers over their state police commissioners comparable to those exercised by the President over the Inspector-General of Police. The forum also expressed concern over what it described as a lack of internal democracy…

…Forum on Tuesday endorsed the proposed establishment of state police but insisted that governors must have full constitutional powers to appoint and remove state Commissioners of Police, just as the President exercises authority over the Inspector-General of Police. The forum, comprising prominent socio-cultural organi…

…the gathering, the Timi of Ede, Oba Munirudeen Lawal, called for a free and fair governorship election, and frowned at what he regarded as hate speech targeted at his community over the governorship contest. Speaking in the Yoruba language, Oba Lawal said, “We are using this opportunity to appeal to President Bola Tinu…

…Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has named some newly constructed government buildings after former governors of the state in recognition of their contributions to the development of the state. The former governors honoured with the gesture are Ayodele Fayose, Segun Oni and Kayode Fayemi. The Special Adviser to the Governor on Medi…

The Chairman of the Media and Publicity committee of the Imole Campaign Council for the Governorship election scheduled for the August 15, 2026 election in Osun State, Hon Bamidele Salam, in this interview with KEHINDE AKINTOLA, highlights series of landmark The post APC’s 12 years incomparable to Adeleke’s three and h…

…Senatorial District, Chief Paulinus Akpeki, said Oborevwori's emergence as the party's governorship candidate reflected the confidence reposed in his leadership and performance. He urged members to put the primaries behind them and unite for the general election. "The primaries have come and gone. Winners have emerged…

…Bank’s Annual and Spring Meetings, which bring together finance ministers, central bank governors and development leaders from around the world. He is expected to attend the Annual Meetings in Bangkok in October. The UK government, on its website, said its leadership at the “World Bank would help drive international ac…

…suggestions that the endorsement of President Bola Tinubu by almost all the state governors would guarantee victory in the 2027 presidential election, saying governors do not necessarily represent the wishes of the people. Speaking on Politics Today, a Channels Television programme, he also accused the ruling party of…

…resonate deeply with the people of Ogun State as preparations intensify for the 2027 governorship election. According to him, democracy cannot flourish where the foundation is defective, stressing that a faulty primary election process can only produce a government lacking moral legitimacy and genuine accountability. “…

…has constituted its National Campaign Council and sub-committees ahead of the August 15 governorship election in Osun, with Imo Governor and Chairman of the Progressive Governors’ Forum, Senator Hope Uzodinma, appointed as chairman of the council. The party said the campaign council would be formally inaugurated on Tue…

…Senate passed a historic State Police Bill into law following intense pressure from governors and a national rise in security challenges.The legislation transformed the nation's law enforcement framework by changing the statutory name from "Force" to "Service" to foster a civilian-focused orientation.A dual funding mec…

…confidence that the All Progressives Congress would emerge victorious in the August 15 governorship election in the state. She said the APC candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, had the capacity to transform the state. Mrs Oyetola spoke in Osogbo while leading hundreds of women under the Akoni Obinrin Support Group on a “Walk to…

…shifting alliances and growing security concerns have make the forthcoming Osun State governorship election one of the most closely watched contests. Ismaeel Uthman examines the chances and challenges facing Governor Ademola Adeleke as he seeks a second term Fith three weeks to the Osun State governorship election, anx…

…Makurdi The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Benue state has dismissed claims that its governorship candidate for the 2027 election, Chief Michael Aondoakaa (SAN), is constitutionally disqualified from contesting the poll, describing the allegations as false, misleading and politically motivated. The party, in a state…

…to tackle insecurity can only produce meaningful results when complemented by proactive governors who constantly engage security agencies, coordinate intelligence, mobilise local support and reassure affected communities. “While the President remains the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, every responsible governo…

'They believe Presidency will write results' - Kwankwaso speaks about Governors joining the APC Vice Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Rabiu Kwankwaso, has alleged that state governors defecting to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) are doing so under the belief that the presidenc…

…judgment affirming Governor Biodun Oyebanji as the valid APC candidate for the June 20 governorship election. The party, describing the apex court verdict as a victory for internal democracy, the rule of law and the collective will of APC members in Ekiti State, called on all party members and stakeholders “to see the…

…Presidential and National Assembly elections will hold on January 16, 2027, while the Governorship and State Houses of Assembly elections will take place on February 6, 2027. Abubakar, in turn, called on Nigerians to support INEC ahead of the 2027 general elections.

…city centre like this." Showing a picture to a crowd at a rally, Alp continued: "Such governors are unacceptable. Either remove these governors or at least send them fig leaves to wear." Samil Tayyar, a former legislator from Erdogan's ruling party, which has roots in Turkey's Islamic movement, said the attire was cont…

…Ado Ekiti District, on Thursday, adjourned a case against an All Progressives Congress governorship aspirant in Ekiti State, Abimbola Olawumi, till July 28. The Chief Magistrate, Abayomi Adeosun, who granted bail for Olawumi on self-recognition as a senior citizen, said, “The matter is hereby adjourned till July 28, 20…

…to lead a regional advocacy with Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, other Niger Delta governors, members of the National Assembly and key stakeholders to press for urgent federal intervention on the East-West Road. Specifically, Ugolor urged the Federal Government to declare a state of emergency on the East-West Roa…

…or is crossing into a display of political submission.President Bola Tinubu and 4 governors in prostrating trends Photo broader pattern under the Tinubu eraTaken together, the incidents point to a pattern that has become more prominent in public view since Tinubu assumed the presidency. Supporters of the tradition argu…

…Femi Falana, has described the All Progressives Congress, APC's use of consensus for governorship primaries, especially in Ogun State, as "extortion" and "plutocracy" that undermines democracy. Falana spoke on Thursday at the 8th Penpushing Annual Lecture held at the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library, Abeokuta, th…

…our correspondent online, raised concerns over the nomination of Isah Ashiru as the ADC governorship candidate in Kaduna State. It alleged that Ashiru’s nomination had created tension within the party because he failed to complete the party’s online membership registration before the April 30, 2026 deadline, which it d…

The Nigeria Governors’ Forum, in collaboration with the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, the World Bank, and Resolve to Save Lives Nigeria, has unveiled a Health Security Scorecard to strengthen the monitoring of states’ preparedness for infectious disease outbreaks and other public health emergencies…