Category: Politics

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has emphasized the need for stronger collaboration between the Executive, Legislature, and Judiciary to drive the State’s development agenda. Speaking during a courtesy visit by the Judges of the Edo State Judiciary, led by the Chief Judge, Justice Daniel Okungbowa, Governor Okpebholo highlighted the importance of synergy among the three arms of government. He commended the Legislature for their support, particularly in the passage of the Appropriation Bill, and urged the Judiciary to join in this collaborative effort to ensure justice delivery and propel…

Concerned leaders of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Delta State have raised alarms over what they described as Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s imminent defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC).   In a strongly worded press release signed by David Ekiyor, Ochuko Oghenekome, and Ezekiel Chukwudi, the group accused the governor of engaging in high-level discussions with APC leaders, signaling a strategic move to the ruling party.   Titled “2027: Our Leader, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori is Assuredly in Transfer Market,” the statement expressed the group’s dismay over the governor’s alleged…

In a swift response to recent allegations by Mr. Peter Obi, former Governor of Anambra State and presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 elections, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has dismissed claims of threats to Obi’s life as false and misleading.   Dr. Ganduje, in a statement released on Tuesday, described Obi’s accusations as baseless and an attempt to seek undue attention. He criticized the claims, which were made public via Obi’s verified social media account, as a calculated…

In a move to bolster the Edo State Executive Council, Governor Senator Monday Okpebholo has nominated six individuals for the position of Honourable Commissioners. The nominations, which are subject to confirmation by the Edo State House of Assembly, included seasoned professionals from various sectors. The nominees are: 1. Hon. Paul Nosayaba Ohonbamu – A veteran legal practitioner with significant legislative and executive experience, having previously served as Commissioner for Information and Orientation. 2. Hon. Dr. Washington Osa Osifo – A distinguished lawyer and former Commissioner for Education and Energy, with…

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has described his electoral victory in the September 2024 governorship election as a divine mandate to drive development and progress in the state.   Speaking at the Streams of Joy International Church in Abuja on Sunday, Governor Okpebholo expressed his gratitude to God for his victory, stating that his emergence as Governor was an answer to the prayers of the Edo people.   “I have come to return all the glory to God for the electoral victory He granted me. In 2023, I testified…

In a bid to foster economic stability and social harmony, Bola Ahmed Tinubu (BAT) Vanguard, a leading support group for President Tinubu, has called on Nigerians to cultivate a culture of contentment and avoid actions that could harm the nation’s economic progress. During a lavish End-of-Year and New Year celebration held in Abuja, the National Convener, Sola Olofin, addressed members and guests, emphasizing the importance of supporting the administration’s efforts to improve the nation’s well-being. Olofin highlighted the group’s dedication to humanitarian outreach, particularly for the less privileged, as part…

Tayo Oluwatuyi, the Secretary to the Ondo State Government, has passed away. His death was confirmed on Saturday morning at an undisclosed hospital. Oluwatuyi, who was appointed by Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa in January 2024, had previously served as the SSG during the administration of the late Governor Rotimi Akeredolu.   In December, Oluwatuyi was involved in a serious auto crash along the Ife-Ibadan Expressway. The vehicle he was traveling in veered off the road, leading to his hospitalization at the intensive care unit of the Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital…