Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

109 associations seek registration as political parties, including Fela’s son – INEC 109 associations seek registration as political parties, including Fela’s son – INEC …says the commission would not prefer one above the rest. No fewer than 110 political associations have written the Independent National Electoral Commission INEC seeking registration as political parties ahead of the 2027 general elections. INEC chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu disclosed this on Wednesday during the second regular consultative meeting with Media Executives in Abuja. Among the applications are the Movement of the People MOP being promoted by Seun, son of late Afro Beats king, Fela…

Toyin Abraham opens up on past relationship with Adeniyi Johnson Toyin Abraham opens up on past relationship with Adeniyi Johnson Nollywood actress Toyin Abraham has opened up on why her marriage to Adeniyi Johnson did not work. Toyin while speaking with Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, revealed the true reason behind the divorce. The actress stated that her family had their reservations prior to the union, but she went ahead with the wedding despite their advice. Toyin revealed that she had turned a deaf ear to her family who sought divine guidance concerning the marriage. The actress then gave glowing remarks about her…

Tinubu, in Nasarawa, unveils key infrastructure projects, lauds governance discipline Tinubu unveils projects in Nasarawa Tinubu, in Nasarawa, unveils key infrastructure projects, lauds governance discipline He expressed gratitude to the women of Nasarawa for their resilience and devotions. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday inaugurated several major infrastructure projects executed by the administration of Governor Abdullahi Sule in Nasarawa State, praising the governor’s fiscal discipline and strategic governance. Arriving in Lafia, the state capital, to a warm reception, President Tinubu officially commissioned the iconic flyover and underpass located on Jos Road. Commending the governor for effective resource management, he said,…

CDS supports early voting bill for military personnel, securities Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa CDS supports early voting bill for military personnel, securities The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Gwabin Musa, has thrown his weight behind a proposed bill aimed at enabling early voting for members of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, other security agencies, and essential election duty staff. General Musa gave his assurance on Wednesday while receiving Senator Abdulaziz Yar’adua at the Defence Headquarters in Abuja. A statement by the Director, Defence Media Operations, Brig. Gen. Tukur Gusau said the Senator’s visit was to formally…

Kano celebrates Islamic New Year, declares Thursday public holiday Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf Kano celebrates Islamic New Year, declares Thursday public holiday The Kano State Government has declared Thursday a public holiday to mark the beginning of the Islamic New Year, 1447 AH. This is contained in a statement by the state Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Ibrahim Waiya. The state governor, Abba Yusuf, congratulated the Muslim faithful on witnessing the New Year, which begins with the month of Muharram, the first month of the Islamic lunar calendar. Yusuf called on the people of the state and the…

NANS commends Abiodun for N2bn intervention in MAPOLY Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun NANS commends Abiodun for N2bn intervention in MAPOLY The National Association of Nigerian Students on Thursday hailed the Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, for his administration’s decision to spend N2 billion on intervention projects at the Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Abeokuta, the state capital. NANS, in a statement by the Ogun State Joint Action Committee Chairman, Gabriel Francis, noted that the amount released will go a long way to “relaunch the polytechnic back into reckoning after years of low activities following the failure of the immediate past administration…

Lagos Assembly describe Obasa’s Leadership as Progressive and Impactful Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa Lagos Assembly describe Obasa’s Leadership as Progressive and Impactful The members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have collectively hailed the commendable leadership and decade-long stewardship of the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa. They recently described his reign as progressive and impactful. Proposing the establishment of a legislative institute and a yearly legislative awards ceremony to commemorate his incredible milestone, the lawmakers disclosed that Obasa’s contributions to the growth of Nigeria deserve to be immortalized. Speaking at plenary on Tuesday, Hon. Oladipo Ajomale (Oshodi Isolo Constituency…

60th birthday thanksgiving of Sanwo-Olu witnessed dance skills by governor Governor Sanwo-Olu 60th birthday thanksgiving of Sanwo-Olu witnessed dance skills by governor. Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu expressed himself with dance moves during a thanksgiving service held to mark his 60th birthday. According to a video shared on Facebook by gospel singer Dare Ogundoyin, popularly known as Dare Justified, the governor was seen dancing joyfully in appreciation for the milestone celebration. The event, which drew dignitaries, family, friends, and well-wishers, was part of a series of activities organised in honor of Sanwo-Olu’s diamond jubilee. Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu expressed…

INEC serves parties election notice, commences electoral process in Ekiti Independent National Electoral Commission INEC serves parties election notice, commences electoral process in Ekiti. The Resident Electoral Commissioner in Ekiti State, Bunmi Omoseyindemi, on Wednesday pledged the Independent National Electoral Commission’s commitment to upholding the highest standards of transparency and fairness in all the processes before, during and after the 2026 Ekiti governorship election. Omoseyindemi charged political parties in the state to “adhere strictly to the rules of engagement, particularly in the conduct of their primaries, submission of candidates and campaigns in accordance with the Electoral Act and the Commission’s…

FG gives houses to 1994 Super Eagles champions, 31 years later 1994 Super Eagles squad FG gives houses to 1994 Super Eagles champions, 31 years later The Federal Government has finally fulfilled its three-decade-old promise of house allocations to members of the 1994 Super Eagles squad that won the Africa Cup of Nations in Tunisia. This was disclosed in a statement posted on the ministry’s website on Wednesday. One of the beneficiaries, former striker Efan Ekoku, was presented with an allocation letter for a house in Abuja. He was represented at the brief ceremony by his niece, Lisa Jenifer Nwagbogun…