TAMPAN president, Mr Latin, issued a memorandum directing all state governors and executives to hold a special prayer session at their next meetingThe directive came after the death of veteran actor Taiwo Hassan, known as Ogogo, who passed away on August 23, 2026, after battling stage 4 cancerOgogo's passing marked yet…

…and APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda as vice chairmen. Former Zamfara State Governor and Senator, Abdul'aziz Yari, was named Director-General, while Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma was designated secretary. Asked whether the list was therefore open to review, Dare avoided the term "review", describing the expect…

…how he paid pregnant women N10,000 each for attending antenatal care while he was governor of Rivers State. Amaechi disclosed that the money was part of efforts to boost the health of pregnant women because Rivers State was rated second on the maternal-child mortality index while he was governor. Amaechi became the gov…

…much concerned as far as this project is concerned. We know that he has assured the two governors that there will be mobilisation for the project to continue.” The RMAFC chairman said the commission would assess the project and report to relevant authorities to support efforts to revive exploration activities. He added…

Thirty-three state governments spent at least N512.10bn on Government Houses, Governors’ Offices and travel and transport in the first six months of 2026, an amount about 4,713 times higher than the combined six-month salary of Nigeria’s 36 governors, an analysis of state budget implementation reports has shown on Mond…

Governor Alia kicks against FG's plan to cede Benue land for ranching Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has rejected any proposal to establish ranches in the state without the consent of his administration and the people, saying residents would resist any attempt to take their land for pastoral activities.Alia made th…

…financial transactions traceable.Ajibefun said the initiative had been approved by Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa and that funds paid through the platform would be remitted to the appropriate school accounts. "So, the initiative would address existing abnormalities in the management of school finances," he said.The Permanen…

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, on Tuesday approved the appointment of Mrs Titilayo Olayinka as the new Accountant General of the state. The Special Adviser on Media to the Governor, Yinka Oyebode, said in a statement in Ado Ekiti that the appointment, which took effect immediately, came barely 24 hours after…

By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo Former Osun State Governor and Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Gboyega Oyetola, has condemned the violence in Ikire, headquarters of Irewole Local Government Area, which reportedly claimed two lives. Oyetola called on the police and other security agencies to identify and arrest those res…

…after 34 years of meritorious service. The event attracted senior government officials, governors, former public office holders, members of the National Assembly, diplomats, captains of industry, civil servants, family members and friends who gathered to celebrate the retiring Head of the Civil Service of the Federatio…

…within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Katsina State has taken a new turn after Governor Dikko Umaru Radda’s Aide-de-Camp (ADC) and Chief Security Officer (CSO) were invited to the Force Headquarters in Abuja. The development has raised fresh concerns about the growing rivalry between groups supporting Governor…

The simmering crisis over the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Ogun State has taken a new twist as the party’s national secretariat petitioned the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, seeking the arrest of one of its chieftains in Ogun State, Mr Abayomi Hunye. In the petition date…

…In an interview on TVC’s Beyond The Headlines, Morka insisted that the former Kano State governor is not the new direction that Nigerians need. According to Morka: “Kwankwaso, a new direction to where? And I will offer an answer: a new direction to nowhere. This election is not about making empty buzzwords and speaking…

Former Gombe State Governor and Senator representing Gombe Central, Mohammed Danjuma Goje, has said he voluntarily decided to step aside from the 2027 election. He dismissed claims that Governor Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya forced him out of politics. Goje made the clarification in an interview with BBC Hausa on Tuesday, foll…

…who called, who listened and rushed to help, I thank you. My profound gratitude goes to Governor Seyi Makinde. Most importantly, above all, to Chief Sunday Igboho, I thank you deeply. You are a true son of the Yoruba nation. Just as he always steps up, he did it again today.” Tani Olohun is an advocate of Isese and has…

Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Peoples Democratic Party governorship candidate in Cross River State, Arthur-Javis Archibong, has accepted Governor Bassey Otu’s challenge to a public debate. Archibong said he was ready to engage Otu in an open debate at any time and venue chosen by the governor, provided Otu w…

…state capital. The post which was shared on Instagram today, come weeks after Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, publicly criticized his boss, Davido's uncle, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke. In the videos, Isreal DMW exposed the poorly tarred state of Benin City's popular Ring Road, as well as the deteriorating…

…the former Imo State chairman of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) and former governorship candidate, Hon. Ben Duru, as its Director-General (DG). In a statement issued in Owerri on Monday, the Director of Media and Publicity of the Mike Duru Ejiogu Campaign Organisation, Comrade Lancelot Obiaku, said the constit…

Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has called for greater unity within the body of Christ to enable it to fulfil its divine purpose in the state and the country at large. Diri made the call on Tuesday at the inauguration of the new State Executive Council of the Christian Association of Nigeria, Bayelsa Chapte…

…and National Assembly elections are scheduled for Saturday, 16th January 2027, while Governorship and State Assembly elections will hold on 6th February 2027. INEC’s budget for 2027 is N873.78bn The electoral body had proposed a total budget of N873.78 billion for the conduct of the 2027 general elections, with substan…

…troops, a court battle over the stalled selection of a new Awujale, and protests over Governor Seyi Makinde’s exclusion from the flag-off of the Ibadan-Ijebu-Ode road reconstruction, these are the major stories making headlines this morning. The developments span national security, politics, traditional institutions an…

Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has expressed confidence in the All Progressives Congress, APC, preparations for the 2027 general elections, saying the party is working towards securing victory across the state. Sanwo-Olu disclosed this in a statement posted on his X handle on Monday, following his visit to th…

…much concerned as far as this project is concerned. We know that he has assured the two governors that there will be mobilisation for the project to continue.” The RMAFC chairman said the commission would assess the project and report back to the relevant authorities to support efforts aimed at reviving the exploration…

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has urged participants in the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy to measure leadership by the practical solutions it delivers to society as the 2025/2026 cohort prepares to complete the fellowship. Sanwo-Olu gave the charge during the cohort’s final mentorship session at Lagos H…

The Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule has commended the Department of State Services and other security agencies in the state for their vigilance and commitment to tackling crime and criminality. The governor’s commendation follows the recent rescue of a kidnapped victim and subsequent arrest of three suspects all…