The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Biodun Oyebanji, as the winner of the 2026 Ekiti State governorship election. The Returning Officer for the Ekiti State governorship election, Adenike Oladiji, who declared the results at about 3:13…
…of confidence from the people, pledging In a statement issued after the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared him winner of Saturday’s governorship election, Oyebanji said the people of Ekiti had overwhelmingly endorsed continuity, stability and development. He expressed gratitude to residents for d…
…to secure re-election, will be 75 next year and about 79, rounding off his second and final term in 2031. Peter Obi, the last of the trio with a real chance of becoming president in 2027, is 64 and would be just 65 taking office next year if election fortune smiles on him in the February poll. Doing eight years of two…
Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Prof. Dayo Faduyile of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the winner of the Ondo South Senatorial District by-election conducted on Saturday. INEC Returning Officer, Prof Gbenga Solomon-Ibileye, Vice Chancellor, Federal University, Lokoja, announced the…
…Yoruba folklore. Among my people, it is said that the viper is not destroyed by an external enemy but by its own offspring. The young, believed to grow within the mother, eventually tear their way out, killing her in the process. Hence the proverb: "Omo inú oká níí ṣe ikú pa oká" - it is the children in the viper's bel…
…animal, driven by the instinct to live among others - an essential condition for rational existence. Laski, however, noted that the activities of a civilised society are "too complex and too manifold" to be left to the blind regulation of impulse. Even if individuals can generally be relied upon to act intelligently, s…
…refusal to obey his seniors borders on rebellion. 6) The insurgency borders on national insecurity.
…- were launched with a view to completing the task which Mungo Park had so well begun. Final victory came in 1830 when the Landers discovered that the 'lordly Niger' emptied itself, through unnum- bered channels, into the Atlantic Ocean. Thus the mystery of a great African river was solved; and in the wake of that solu…
Yes, the press in sub-national geography should ask their governors critical questions about how state and local government resources are deployed, just as they must raise same question against the Federal Government. The hypocrisy of Bwala's mission in Ibadan would make anyone want to puke. Isaac Brown, for instance,…
…abandoned ship". He saluted the sacrifices of the armed forces while telling the traditional rulers, faith leaders and community heads that "The government cannot do it alone." Despite the horrific abductions in Oyo, Ekiti, Kwara, Kogi, Borno states and in other parts of the country, government activities have proceede…
Mr Oyebanji was declared winner by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Sunday in Ado-Ekiti, the state capital.
…the possibilities of democratic consolidation unless we have a clear path towards a national consciousness of the type of nation Nigeria can and should be. And in charting that clear path, there is the need not only for the politicians but also the political scientists to constitute a community of thinkers with a sense…
…development he has firmly dismissed as false and misleading. In a video message he personally released, Duru described the trending clips as part of what he called a "wicked narrative," insisting that the claims about his health condition were completely fabricated. He maintained that he has never been in the severe st…
…stressing that The Headies remains deeply rooted in Nigeria despite its international expansion. According to him, African music has evolved into a global cultural force and the institutions established to celebrate its achievements must also grow beyond local boundaries. "We are taking The Headies to Toronto because A…
Nollywood actress and media personality, Nancy Isime, has spoken about the emotionally intense experience she went through while filming the hit series Blood Sisters, revealing that several moments on set left her mentally and physically drained due to the depth of her role. Reflecting on the production, she explained…
…actively expressed in fashion, presence, and energy. Away from the main arena, the Orijinal Village became the pulse point of that expression. More than a gathering spot, it was where culture found a new rhythm – one shaped by a generation redefining what it means to belong. Style was storytelling Music was identity Pr…
Groupings and tee times for the final round of the 126th US Open, held at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, New York.
Sustaining the Otherwise, a transnational project initiated in 2023 by two independent curators, writers and researchers, Selene Wendt and Amal Alhaag, takes a different tack on restitution. THERE has been a sustained, vibrant discussion about restitution and reparation in recent times. Following decades of persistent…
…with Segun Adebayo, she reflects on her creative journey, business ventures, personal values, and what continues to inspire her. Your latest YouTube release has generated a lot of positive feedback. What sparked the idea behind the project? First of all, I missed our old way of telling original and very relatable stori…
…Sharing photos of the award plaque, Itele described the moment as more than just personal success, but a reflection of consistency, discipline, and audience loyalty that carried him through the journey. "From zero to 1 million subscribers. The YouTube Gold Creator Award is finally home-a symbol of dedication, consisten…
…over the years. The mother of twins has continued to chart her own path despite personal challenges, maintaining a strong presence in the industry while keeping much of her private life away from public scrutiny. Her latest reflection comes years after the end of her relationship with fellow actor, Damola Olatunji. The…
…actress, screenwriter and filmmaker Tierny Olalere was a recent guest on the inspirational and lifestyle podcast Conversations With Kenni, hosted by media personality and visibility strategist Kehinde Ajose. In the episode, she opened up about her journey in Nollywood, reflecting on her early struggles, the sacrifices…
…is helpful, God-fearing, understanding, loving and caring," she stated. Beyond her personal life, the actress disclosed that she is currently developing new film projects. She revealed that she is putting together scripts and preparing for production on another movie, following the success of Single Action, a project t…
…addressed the perception that she is controversial, stating that she has never intentionally tried to provoke reactions or create public conversations. Speaking on the Creativtea Podcast, Beverly reflected on her upbringing, revealing that she grew up in Lagos and had a strong Catholic background. "I grew up in Lagos,…
Wyndham Clark will take a commanding six-shot lead into the final round of the US Open, while Scottie Scheffler boosted his career Grand Slam hopes with an impressive fightback at Shinnecock Hills.