Category: Politics

2027: Guber Hopeful Ololade Bakare donates Smart TVs Oyo APC Secretariat ….. Reaffirms commitment to party growth

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Oyo State Governorship aspirant, Dr. Ololade Usman Bakare, has donated two smart television sets to the Oyo State Secretariat of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oke-Ado, Ibadan, reaffirmed his commitment to the party’s growth and internal capacity development ahead of the 2027 elections.   Dr. Bakare’s gesture, which party stakeholders described as practical support for organisational efficiency, aligns with his long-standing belief in strengthening political structures, boosting grassroots engagement, and improving the free flow of information within the party. As founder of the Igbega Oyo Initiative, Dr. Bakare has…

Kogi Voters Forum criticises Dino Melaye, says attacks on Leke Abejide lack credibility

Lukman Laleye Babalola

A grassroots political group in Kogi State, the Ijumu Voters Forum (IVF), has berated former Senator Dino Melaye over his recent comments on the Chairman of the House Committee on Customs, Hon. Leke Abejide, described the ex-lawmaker as “a comedian and content creator who should be ignored by the public.”   In a statement signed on Monday by its coordinator, Hon. Eleta Kelvin Oluseyi, the Forum questioned Melaye’s political pedigree, academic claims, and record of representation, comparing them unfavourably with Abejide’s performance.   Melaye had earlier criticised Hon. Abejide over…

Kano 2027: Former LG Chairmen endorse Sen. Barau as APC’s Sole Governorship Candidate

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Former local government chairmen who served in Kano State between 2019 and 2022 have unanimously adopted the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, as the sole governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the 2027 elections. The endorsement took place during a courtesy visit to Senator Barau at the National Assembly in Abuja on Wednesday, where the former council chiefs declared that the people of Kano especially at the grassroots were eagerly awaiting his formal declaration.   A motion for Barau’s adoption was moved by…

Sen Agadaga explains APC defection, says move eill strengthen Bayelsa’s development stability

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Senator Benson Agadaga, representing Bayelsa East and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Oil and Gas Host Communities, has explained that his departure from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) was driven by the need to secure Bayelsa’s political future and expand development opportunities for the state. Speaking during an interactive session with the members of National Assembly New Media Forum on Wednesday, the senator said growing internal divisions and weakened leadership within the PDP created uncertainty about the party’s direction. He noted that Bayelsa,…

Oyo APC to host Stakeholders’ summit Friday as reconciliation drive intensifies ahead of 2027

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The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State will on Friday convene a major stakeholders’ summit in Ibadan as part of renewed efforts to strengthen party unity and consolidate preparations ahead of the 2027 general elections.   The meeting, scheduled for 10 a.m. at the APC State Secretariat in Oke-Ado, will be facilitated by the Renewed Hope Ambassadors of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.   According to a statement issued on Monday by the party’s Publicity Secretary, Olawale Sadare, the summit is designed to fine-tune ongoing reconciliation engagements and reinforce cohesion…

PDP names Ekuma Emmanuel Chairman, Idika Secretary as new Ebonyi Caretaker Committee emerges

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has approved a fresh 13-member Caretaker Committee for Ebonyi State, appointing Barr. Ekuma E. Emmanuel as Chairman and veteran journalist Hon. Moses Idika as Secretary.   The appointments were disclosed in a statement issued on Wednesday by the PDP National Organising Secretary, Hon. Umar Bature.   Other members of the committee included Chief Christopher E. Ngwuta, Hon. Nnanna E. Oji, Chief Godwin O. Nwode, Barr. Ugochukwu Obasi, Engr. Odanwu E. Ifeanyi, Barr. Lawson Chukwu, Chief Matthew Nkwegu, Igboke Chukwuma,…

THE FUTURE OYO DESERVES: Secure. Innovative. People-driven, By Yusuf Olalekan Olabamiji

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In a time when citizens are calling for leaders who understand the future, protect the present, and respect the past, one name continues to shine brightly: Dr. Ololade Usman Bakare. He represents a new generation of leadership that combines deep roots in the community with global exposure and proven results. He is not a man of empty promises; he is a man whose life work already reflects the change many people hope to see. Born in the heart of Ibadan and trained on some of the world’s best platforms, Dr.…

South-West Governors launch Regional Security Fund, approve Joint Intelligence System

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Governors of Nigeria’s South-West region on Monday, November 24, 2025, announced sweeping new security measures, including the creation of a dedicated regional security fund and a real-time intelligence-sharing system, following an emergency meeting in Ibadan, Oyo State. The meeting, held at the Oyo State Government Secretariat, brought together Governors Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Lagos), Seyi Makinde (Oyo), Dapo Abiodun (Ogun), Biodun Oyebanji (Ekiti) and Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa (Ondo). Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke was represented by his Deputy, Kola Adewusi.   The emergency session was convened to address rising security concerns across…

APC Chair Nentawe hails Northern Minority groups’ backing for Tinubu’s 2027 re-election

Lukman Laleye Babalola

National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yiltwada, has applauded the support of minority ethnic groups in Northern Nigeria for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid, described their stance as patriotic and reflective of confidence in the administration’s direction. Prof. Yiltwada, represented by his Chief of Staff, Dr. Mustapha Bala Dawaki, gave the commendation in Abuja while receiving leaders of the Northern Nigeria Minorities Group (NNMG), led by its Convener, Chief Jacob Edi, during a courtesy visit to the APC National Secretariat. The APC National…

PDP elects Kabiru Turaki as National Chairman

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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has elected former Minister of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs, Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, as its new National Chairman. His emergence followed the party’s national convention held on Saturday in Ibadan, Oyo State, where he ran unopposed after other aspirants stepped down. Turaki secured 1,516 votes to seal his victory. Lado Danmarke, the PDP’s 2023 governorship candidate in Katsina State who had earlier withdrawn from the race, nevertheless received 275 votes. Also at the convention, Solarin Sunday Adekunle was elected Deputy National Organising Secretary with 633…