The Governor reminded the personnel that the uniforms they wear symbolise responsibility, discipline, and service to the people and are expected to perform their duties with utmost dedication and professionalism. He further called on local government authorities, communities, and traditional institutions to support the…
…Affairs, Amb. Yusuf Tuggar has expressed sadness over the passing of former Deputy Governor of Bauchi State, Audu Sule-Katagum. Tuggar said this in a condolence message issued by his media aide, Alkasim Abdulkadir, on Sunday in Bauchi. He described Sule-Katagum as a respected elder, a trusted leader, and a devoted son…
Yiaga Africa has expressed concern regarding the low voter turnout for the Ekiti governorship election that took place on Saturday, June 20, 2026. The election monitoring organization indicated that its preliminary estimates suggest that the turnout for this election ranged from 34.0% to 38.1%, based on data it gathere…
…the supporters of APC candidate, Eric Opah and former Minister, Henry Ikoh over the governorship ticket could affect the peace that Abia residents are currently enjoying. The Labour Party claimed that one of the major factors fueling the crisis within the Abia APC is the widespread perception that the party abandoned m…
…in accordance with established procedures and applicable laws," he said. The Imo Governor, Sen. Hope Uzodinma, represented by his Deputy, Mrs Chinyere Ekomaru, said that the public destruction of illicit drugs was an eloquent testimony of the government's commitment to protecting lives in society. Also, Special Adviser…
…Tinubu campaigned on economic revival and job creation anchored on his record as Lagos governor. Three years on, unemployment and underemployment remain among the most frequently cited public grievances, with food inflation having reached its highest levels in decades - 40.9 per cent in June 2024 - following the remova…
…the opposition has split into factions of PDP, ADC, and NDC. What is more, most of the governors have defected to the ruling APC. Besides the split of the opposition, there is the issue of old wine in new bottles. The wine cannot taste differently. Furthermore, as long as the politics of identity called zoning holds sw…
The Niger State Government, led by Governor Umar Mohammed Bago, has taken a significant step toward advancing Nigeria’s participation in global climate finance mechanisms through a high-level engagement at the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) platform. The engagement brought together key s…
…of a government registration exercise. According to a report submitted to the state governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas, unidentified individuals have reportedly been collecting a fee of N1,000 from elderly persons and youths in several communities within the local government. The individuals allegedly claim that the payment is r…
…million people from Abuja and expect local problems to be solved,” he told attendees. “A Governor, elected by the people, accountable to the people, cannot command a single officer in his own state. Something is structurally wrong.” Oteri pointed to varied, localized threats: “Banditry ravages the North-West. Insurgenc…
By Dayo Johnson ADO-EKITI - Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has described his re-election for a second term as a renewed call to service, pledging to govern with humility, compassion and the fear of God. The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate expressed gratitude to Ekiti voters for the confidence reposed…
…advocate regional interdependence for Nigeria's prosperity By Olasunkanmi Akoni LAGOS - Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has declared that Lagos is strategically positioned as Africa's leading geo-economic hub, leveraging trade, infrastructure, finance, technology and human capital to drive prosperity across Nigeria, West A…
…feature in discussions about potential successors is Nyesom Wike, the former Governor of Rivers State and current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). "Whether admired or criticized, Wike remains one of the most influential, outspoken, and result-oriented political figures in contemporary Nigeria. His suppo…
By Christopher Ameh BAUCHI - Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Deputy Governor of the state, Audu Sule Katagum, describing his passing as a great loss to Bauchi's political and traditional institutions. Katagum, the Wazirin Katagum, died on Saturday at Nizamiye Hos…
…Association (NMA) and currently the Special Adviser on Health Matters to Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa. The INEC returning officer, who is the Vice Chancellor of the Federal University Lokoja, Prof. Gbenga Solomon-Ibileye, said that ” Faduyile polled 68,474 votes to defeat Adeolu Akinwunmi of the Allied People's…
…moderate despite the high-profile nature of the election. Oyebanji was first sworn in as Governor of Ekiti State on October 16, 2022, after emerging victorious in the 2022 governorship election, marking the commencement of his first term in office. In August 2025, Oyebanji announced the dissolution of the State Executi…
The incumbent governor and candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Biodun Oyebanji, has been returned to the highest political office in Ekiti to pilot the affairs of the state for another four years.Contents2022 vs 2026: Oyebanji's 84.95% of total valid votes Oyebanji's cross-party alliance After victory, Oy…
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has assured residents that his second term in office will bring greater development and improved welfare to households across the state. Oyebanji made the pledge shortly after the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, declared him winner of Saturday's governorship elect…
Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, says his administration will never enter into any peace deal with terrorists, insisting that the government is stronger than terrorists. The governor made the remarks during an interview with the BBC Hausa Service. According to him, it is an offence in Zamfara State to broker peace…
…interview on Arise Television on Saturday night. He was reacting to the 2026 Ekiti state governorship election which took place across the state on Saturday. The state PDP mouthpiece also alleged that the All Progressives Congress, APC, and its members were seen trading votes. “Democracy in Nigeria is now reduced to tr…
…" Only the National Working Committee ( NWC) of a political party that can, through its Governorship Primary Election Panel & Appeal Panel, conduct Governorship primary in a State in Nigeria. " A State Working Committee of a party (or, State EXCO ) can not conduct Governorship primaries. Governorship primary must be co…
…during clashes with the insurgents, including a Nigerian Army lieutenant. Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde recently confirmed casualties among soldiers participating in the operation. Their deaths underscored the risks confronting security forces engaged in rescue missions where speed must be balanced against safety. "T…
From the capital, Ado Ekiti, to rural councils such as Moba and Ekiti East, Mr Oyebanji maintained commanding leads, leaving the opposition without a single local government area.
Abia State Governor, Alex Ott?i has approved the prohibition of commer?cia?l motorcycle operations, popularly kno?wn? as “Okada?,” within the metropolitan areas of Umuahi?a, Aba and Ohafia. The State’s Commissioner for Information, Okay Kanu, who announced the ban on Saturday, said the ban takes effect from Monday,…
Violence, vote buying and other irregularities tainted the Saturday's governorship election in Ekiti State conducted by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC. DAILY POST reports that electorates in about 2,445 polling units in the 16 local government areas of the state turned out on Saturday to elect thei…