Politics

Speaker Defends Osun LG Amendment Bill

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By Mojisola Oladele

The Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly, Prince Adewale Egbedun, has dismissed allegations by the All Progressives Congress, APC, that the legislature undermined local government autonomy with the passage of the Local Government Amendment No. 2 Bill, 2026.

Prince Egbedun, in a statement issued through his Chief Press Secretary, Olamide Tiamiyu, described the APC’s claims as unfounded and driven by desperation.

He maintained that the recent ruling of the Supreme Court of Nigeria does not invalidate the constitutional authority of state legislatures over local government administration.

“The Supreme Court judgement does not erase Section 7 of the 1999 Constitution. That section expressly empowers state Houses of Assembly to make laws for the proper administration of local governments. Autonomy does not translate into absence of legislative oversight,” the statement said.

Prince Egbedun explained that the amendment seeks to promote transparency and prevent administrative lapses in the management of public funds at the grassroots, not to take over local government finances.

“We have the mandate of the people of Osun State to legislate. That responsibility cannot and will not be surrendered because of partisan pressure. Our duty is to ensure peace, order and good governance, including strengthening accountability mechanisms where necessary,” he said.

The Speaker described the APC’s condemnation of the bill as premature, adding that the opposition failed to examine the provisions of the amendment before issuing its statement.

He urged the party to exercise restraint, study the contents of the law thoroughly and seek clarification from the House where necessary, rather than resort to public speculation.

The APC had earlier accused the Assembly of attempting to undermine a recent Supreme Court judgement granting autonomy to local governments.

Edited by Maxwell Oyekunle

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Politics

Hoodlums Disrupt Ondo APC Meeting

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By Dupe Isename

There was a violent disruption of an All Progressives Congress, APC stakeholders’ meeting at the party’s state secretariat in Akure, Ondo State, during which the State Chairman, Mr Ade Adetimehin, was allegedly assaulted.

Other Chieftains attacked included Chief Demola Ijabiyi, Mr Sola Ajisafe and Chief of Staff to former Governor Olusegun Mimiko, Dr Kola Ademujimi.

The victims told newsmen that the attackers claimed they were acting against some perceived enemies of Governor Lucky Ayedatiwa.

Relating the incident, Chief Ijabiyi said party members had converged in preparation for the ward congresses when they were attacked.

Another eyewitness account said that the hoodlums who chanted war songs insisted that only the governor’s supporters would be allowed into the secretariat and warned others to leave the premises or face consequences.

Chief Ijabiyi condemned the attack as an assault on democratic engagement and internal party cohesion, warning that such actions, if unchecked, could destabilize the state’s political environment.

Edited by Olaolu Fawole

Governance

Osun Crisis: Adeleke Seeks ₦130bn Intervention

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‎By Funmi Ojo

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has called for the immediate release of over ₦130 billion in statutory allocations allegedly withheld from the state’s local governments, describing the situation as a major threat to grassroots governance and the welfare of workers and residents.

The governor, who made the demand in a state broadcast, condemned the illegal occupation of local government secretariats across the state by court-sacked chairmen and councillors of the All Progressives Congress, APC.

Governor Adeleke said the occupation has persisted for almost a year despite a clear judgment of the Federal High Court, Osogbo, delivered in November 2022, and subsequent affirmations by the Court of Appeal in February and June 2025, which nullified the elections that produced the officials.

He accused the former governor of the state, Mr Gboyega Oyetola, of allegedly backing the continued occupation of the council secretariats with the support of the police, warning that such actions undermine democracy and the rule of law.

The governor further alleged that local government workers attempting to resume duty had been harassed and intimidated by armed police officers and political thugs, creating an atmosphere of fear and disruption at the grassroots level.
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‎He pointed out that the withheld funds are critical for the payment of salaries and entitlements of primary school teachers, nurses, health workers in the state’s 332 primary health care centres, local government staff, traditional councils, and retirees.
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‎The governor said the state government has had to make painful sacrifices to sustain salary payments for almost 12 months, a situation he described as unsustainable.
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‎Appealing for federal intervention, he called on President Bola Tinubu to ensure the immediate release of the withheld funds and to protect democratic institutions at the local government level.
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‎He maintained that the president was not involved in the alleged illegality and urged him to intervene in the interest of constitutional order.
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‎While calling on Nigerians and pro-democracy groups to speak out against the continued occupation of local government secretariats and to demand the release of council funds, Governor Adeleke urged residents of the state to remain peaceful and law-abiding, assuring them of his administration’s commitment to upholding the constitution and safeguarding the welfare of the people.

Edited by Adetutu Adetule/Maxwell Oyekunle

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Ex-Lawmaker Calls for Mass E-registration in Oyo

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By Olawale Asake

Director, Public Affairs and Family Assistance, Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau, NSIB, Hon. Bimbo Olawumi Oladeji has called on members of the All Progressives Congress, APC, supporters, and democrats in Oyo State to participate actively in the ongoing nationwide E-Membership Registration and Revalidation Exercise of the party.

Hon. Oladeji who made the call in a statement issued in Ogbomoso, maintained that, the exercise is being conducted across all the 36 States of the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, as politics they say, is a game of numbers. 

According to her, the ongoing electronic registration and re-validation exercise is one of the major milestones in the efforts of the APC to strengthen its internal structures and cohesion through adoption of a modern, secure, and transparent digital membership system designed to update its membership database. 

“Our Party membership registration is opened to all Nigerians who have attained the age of 18 years and above, and must also possess a valid National Identification Number, NIN.” the statement adds. 

Hon. Oladeji who is a grassroots mobiliser, further reaffirmed the party’s commitment to grassroots mobilisation and development, noting that the electronic membership drive would enhance proper coordination of all members at the Ward, Local Government, State, and National levels. 

“I  particularly urge all members and supporters of APC in Ogbomosoland and Oyo State as a whole to kindly make use of this golden opportunity and actively participate in the growth of the Party, which will thereby add to the numerical strength of our great Party, APC”. Hon Oladeji said. 

The Ogbomoso-born Politician, however, expressed confidence in the leadership of the Party under the National Leader whom she addressed as National Reformer, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Oyo State Leaders of APC led by the State Chairman, Alhaji Olayide Abas.

Edited by Taiwo Akinola

Politics

Osun 2026: APC Expresses Readiness to Take Over

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By Mojisola Oladele 

The pioneer Interim National Chairman of All Progressives Congress, APC, Chief Bisi Akande, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Alhaji Adegboyega Oyetola, have reaffirmed their commitments to return APC to government, Come 2026 Governorship in Osun State.

The Leaders expressed confidence in the party’s victory and declared that its 2026 Osun State Guber candidate, Asiwaju Bola Oyebamiji, would emerge victorious. 

The APC Party leaders made this known among other issues during a stakeholders’ meeting, held at the residence of the Chief Bisi Akande, in Ila-Orangun.

In his words, Chief Bisi Akande acknowledged the spirit of unity and oneness that defined the party’s organs which culminated into the seamless and rancour-free governorship primary of the party held recently.

Chief Akande expressed confidence in the party’s chances to unseat the incumbent government and return the progressive party to the government come 2026.

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He directed all groups and slogans of gubernatorial aspirants within the party to form a unified structure. 

The former Governor of Osun State lauded the national and state leaderships of the party for their commitment and relentless efforts in building a virile and formidable bulwark saying the party has demonstrated clearly its readiness, capacity and wherewithal to administer the affairs of the state.

Also in his remarks, Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Alhaji Adegboyega Oyetola, extolled the party’s leaderships both at the state and national levels and commended all the governorship aspirants for their unprecedented sportsmanship spirit.

Alhaji Oyetola enjoined all and sundry to work assiduously in order to ensure the victory of the All Progressive Congress, party.

He called on the Local Government Executives to be up and doing in the areas of education, health, agriculture, infrastructure and environmental affairs.

Edited By Titilayo Kupoliyi

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APC Disqualifies Omisore, Six Others from Osun Primary

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By Mojisola Oladele 

The All Progressive Congress, APC has disqualified the Former National Secretary of the APC, Senator Iyiola Omisore and six other aspirants from participating in the forthcoming governorship primary in Osun State.

According to the Screening committee, the disqualified aspirants did not provide evidence of sponsorship by at least five fully registered and financially up-to-date party members from each Local Government Area in Osun State, as stipulated in Articles 9.3(i) and 31.2(ii) of the APC Constitution and Paragraph 6(c) of the party’s guidelines.

Other disqualified aspirants including ; former Deputy Governor of Osun State ,Mr. Benedict Alabi, Mr.Dotun Babayemi, Dr Akin Ogunbiyi, Senator Babajide Omoworare, Mr. Kunle Adegoke, SAN, and Mr Babatunde Oralusi.

Meanwhile, the APC Screening committee has cleared two aspirants, Mrs. Mulikat Jimoh and Alhaji Munirudeen Oyebamiji to contest the primary scheduled to hold on 13th of this month.

Crime

Police Begin Probe into Abduction of APC Member

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By Abisola Oluremi

The Nigeria Police Force, Oyo State Command, has said that it has commenced investigation into the kidnap of a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Mr Wale Oriade in Ibadan.

‎The command Public Relations Officer, Mr Adewale Osifeso, stated this while confirming the incident to Radio Nigeria. 

Mr ‎Osifeso said the APC chieftain in Ibadan South-West Local Government Area, was kidnapped by gunmen on Wednesday at around 7:00 p.m. in his office located at Elewure NNPC, Akala Expressway, New Garage, Ibadan.

Radio Nigeria gathered that Mr Oriade was kidnapped by three gunmen, who forced him into a blue Micra to an unknown destination. 

At the time of filing this report, the abductors were yet to contact the family of the victim.

Politics

Match your words with action, SW APC to Political Leaders

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By Oluwakayode Banjo

The All Progressives Congress in the South West geo-political zone has called on governors and other leaders from the zone to march word with actions and ensure that all the developmental ideas and road maps generated from the recent regional summit are carefully worked out and Implemented for the benefit of all the six states in the zone.

A non-governmental organisation known as Development Agenda for the Western Nigeria (DAWN Commission) had last week organised a two-day South West Stakeholders’ Dialogue/Summit in Akure, Ondo state in collaboration with Afenifere Renewal Group (ARG) and the governments of Lagos, Ondo, Ogun, Osun, Ekiti and Oyo states.

Participants at the summit included governors, lawmakers, federal government appointees, traditional rulers, former political office holders, captains of industry, interest groups among other stakeholders from the zone.

In a statement issued on Thursday and made available to journalists in Ibadan by its Zonal Publicity Secretary, Mr. Ayobami Afolabi, APC lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s efforts which have resulted in all the nation’s six geopolitical zones having their own development commissions which are being positioned to facilitate speedy growth and development to all the geographical components of the country. 

“The quality of representation and deliberations at the recently concluded Akure summit was a pointer to the fact that the good people of the South West are ready again to reinvent the zeal, courage and bravery with which the affairs of the defunct Western Region was piloted by Chief Obafemi Awolowo and other legendary personalities who mobilized little resources to generate unique ideas and actions which placed the Region at the forefront of good governance and enviable leadership.

“The idea of geopolitical zone development commissions is a subtle way of acceding to the popular demand for true federalism as all the each zones are being given a veritable platform for partnership, collectivism and unity of purpose. The organisers of the Akure Summit also deserve applause as they were able to make the dialogue devoid of politics or sentiments as people from all divides were involved. 

“At the end of the dialogue, the whole world was made to see that sons and daughters of Yorubaland were mindful of the shared values, opportunities and prospects which could turn their land into an eldorado in no time. However, the major challenge now is for the concerned individuals, groups and authorities to speed up action and ensure that the gains of the Summit are translated into unprecedented holistic development for the South West geo-politcal zone.” Afolabi added.

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Ekiti APC Congress to Affirm Gov. Oyebanji as Consensus Candidate

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By Amos Ogunrinde

All is now set for the conduct of Monday’s governorship primary election of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Ekiti State.

The exercise will take place at Ekiti Parapo Pavilion along the new Iyin Ekiti road, Ado Ekiti.

The incumbent governor of Ekiti State, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, is the sole aspirant of the party, and he has been adopted as the APC consensus candidate.

The party had selected on Saturday five persons per ward who will unanimously affirm the candidature of Mr Oyebanji as the consensus flagbearer of the party for the June 21, 2026, Governorship poll in Ekiti State.

Also, the national leadership of the APC has appointed Kogi State governor, Usman Ododo, as chairman of the Primary Election Committee for today’s consensus primary election, while Edo State governor, Monday Okhpebolo, will serve as the deputy chairman and  Mr Taiwo Sunmonu was appointed as the secretary.

Meanwhile, the APC chairman in Ekiti State, Mr Sola Eleshin, has appealed to the party members to be peaceful during the primary election.

Speaking with newsmen in Ado Ekiti, Mr Eleshin expressed the hope that the exercise would be hitch-free since it was only to affirm Governor Biodun Oyebanji as the consensus candidate of the party for the June 20, 2026, Governorship election in the state.

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APC Picks Ododo as Chairman of Ekiti Primary

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By Niyi Alade/Amos Ogunrinde

The All Progressives Congress, APC in , Ekiti State has selected five persons per ward that will affirm the governorship candidate of the party for the 2026 election in the state.

The five persons will on Monday converge in Ado Ekiti to affirm the candidature of Governor Biodun Oyebanji as the sole Candidate of the party.

Speaking in Governor Oyebanji’s ward in Ikogosi Ekiti, Chairman of the Congress Committee, Emperor Jarrett Tenebe noted that the committee was satisfied with the congress, describing the exercise as an indication that members of the party were united .

In his remark, Governor Biodun Oyebanji explained that the delegates were elected on consensus, saying such showed that there was no division and acrimony in Ekiti APC.

He expressed hope that the APC would break new record during the next year’s Governorship poll in Ekiti and the 2027 general election.

Meanwhile, the All Progressives Congress, APC has appointed Kogi State Governor, Usman Ododo as chairman of the Primary Election Committee for the Monday’s consensus primary election in Ekiti State.

Governor Biodun Oyebanji is the only cleared aspirant and will be unanimously affirmed by delegates at the Ekiti Parapo Pavilion in Ado Ekiti.

The APC National Organizing Secretary, Sulaiman Argungu in a letter addressed to the State chairman of the party, Mr Sola Eleshin said Edo State Governor, Monday Okhpebolo will serve as the Deputy Chairman of the Committee while Mr Taiwo Sunmonu was appointed as the secretary.

According to the letter, other members of the committee include, Iyom Nikky Ejezie, Elis Abraham, Mr Rufus Bature , Mr Latif Ibirogba, Dr. Chibuzor Agu, Chief Dr. Gabriel Oyebode, Chief Hope Dike and Mr Shehu Umaru.

Politics

Widow Wins Husband’s Councillorship Seat in Ogun

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By Oluwatoyin Adegoke 

The Ogun State Independent Electoral Commission, OGSIEC, has declared Mrs. Adebunmi Adekanbi of the All Progressives Congress, APC winner of the councillorship bye-election in Ward 1, Yewa South Local Government Area. 

The bye-election, contested by 10 political parties in 36 polling units, followed the death of the sitting councillor, Olayinka Adekanbi.

Announcing the results, the Electoral Officer for the Council area, Mr Ademola Akinyele, confirmed that Mrs. Adekanbi polled 1,873 votes to defeat her closest rival from the People’s Democratic Party ,PDP, who secured 351 votes. 

Speaking on behalf of the OGSIEC Chairman, Mr. Babatunde Osibodu, the Commissioner for Legal Affairs, Mrs. Remilekun Olaopa, who commended the electorate for their peaceful conduct and discipline at the polling units, described the bye-election as a model of transparency and credibility.

Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, representing Ogun West Senatorial District, commended the peaceful exercise and praised Governor Dapo Abiodun’s administration for ensuring transparency. 

State Commissioner for Budget and Planning, Mr. Olaolu Olabimtan, described the process as flawless and expressed confidence in Mrs. Adekanbi’s ability to sustain her husband’s legacy.

In her remarks, the councillor-elect thanked voters, the APC leadership and the Governor, pledging dedicated service.

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PDP Osun Slams No – Confidence Vote on Dep. Gov, Others

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By Mojisola Oladele 

Members of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, in Ife Federal Constituency have passed vote of no confidence on the Osun State Deputy Governor, Prince Kola Adewusi, former National Secretary of the party, Professor Wale Oladipo and PDP Chairman in Ife East Local Government, Mr. Olasunkanmi Makinde over alleged anti – party activities.

In a communique issued at the Constituency’s meeting on Monday in Ile-Ife , the Party berated Adewusi and Oladipo for holding meetings with nembers of the House of Representatives from Ife, Mr.Taofeek Ajilesoro who just defected to the All Progressives Congress, APC.

The Communique reads “that the party is dissatisfied with the actions and conduct of Mr. Bimbo Ajilesoro, Member of the House of Representatives, who defected from the party with the mandate freely given to him by our people.”

“That party leaders strongly condemn the invitation of thugs and hoodlums to the Ife Federal Constituency meeting by the Party Chairman, Mr. Olasunkanmi Makinde (a.k.a Benco), purportedly on the instructions of Professor Wale Oladipo. This meeting was earlier scheduled to be held at the residence of the Deputy governor.” The Communique stated further 

They posited that actions of the three party leaders in the constituency could pose danger to the success of the party in Ile Ife.

The PDP members in Ife Federal Constituency explained that party meetings in Ife East Local Government had been put on hold by the three party leaders, thereby weakening party activities in the area.

Meanwhile, in a statement, the state chairman,PDP, Mr Sunday Bisi, had directed members and stakeholders in Ife Federal Constituency to suspend further actions capable of escalating the situation. 

Mr. Bisi urged all concerned to maintain status quo in line with the conflict resolution mechanisms of the party and noted that the Party would take immediate steps, summon concerned stakeholders to a meeting with a view to resolving all issues as members of the same family.

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Lifestyle

Abiodun, Obasanjo Condole Oladunjoye’s Family

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By Abimbola Bamgbose / Oluwatoyin Adegoke

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has described the death of Mr. Tunde Oladunjoye, the Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Ogun State and Chief Consultant to the state government, as a monumental loss.

In a statement issued on Friday, Governor Abiodun said he received the news of Oladunjoye’s passing with deep shock and disbelief, noting that the vibrant and devoted politician died at the prime of his life.

Describing Oladunjoye as a forthright and principled individual, Governor Abiodun praised his unwavering dedication to causes he believed in, his remarkable political acumen, and his pivotal role as a stabilizing force within the party and government.

The governor further acknowledged Oladunjoye’s immense contributions to the success of the present administration, stating that his doggedness, tenacity, and loyalty were evident in all he did.

“Tunde was a good man, frank, down-to-earth, and focused. He will be sorely missed,” the statement concluded.

Governor Abiodun extended his heartfelt condolences to Oladunjoye’s immediate family, the Ogun APC, and all who knew and worked closely with him.

“Eternal rest grant him, O Lord,” he prayed.

Similarly, former President Chief Olusegun Obasanjo has expressed sadness over the death of one of his close associates and friends, Chief Yekini Adeojo, who died on Friday, 4th April, 2025.

Chief Obasanjo, in a statement in Abeokuta, described the late politician as “a great man, a committed and effective representative of the people, in Ibadan, Oyo State.

Chief Obasanjo recalled that the late Adeojo was an active community leader and an exemplary politician with integrity who demonstrated politics as an avenue not for personal gains but for rendering selfless service to humanity. 

The Former President commiserated with the deceased’s immediate and extended family members on the painful loss and prayed God to grant them the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.  

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Ogun APC Condoles with Doyin Okupe’s Family

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By Oluwatoyin Adegoke

The All Progressives Congress, APC, in Ogun state has expressed sadness over the death of Former Presidential Spokesman and Former Director General of Peter Obi Presidential Campaign Council, Prince Doyin Okupe.

The State’s Party Chairman, Chief Yemi Sanusi in a statement signed by the State Publicity Secretary of APC in Ogun state, Mr Tunde Oladunjoye, described the death of the late popular politician as saddening.

Chief Sanusi said the state had indeed lost one of her great political stars who would be sorely missed at this critical time and journey of national, political and economic reconstruction.

He remarked that the deceased’s return to the progressive fold, specifically showing unconditional support for the APC-led administration under President Bola Tinubu, was seen as a significant move and heartwarming.

The Party’s Chairman, on behalf of all members, extended heartfelt condolences to the family of the late Doyin Okupe and prayed God to grant them the fortitude to bear the loss.

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Security

No perpetrator of Osun crisis will go unpurnished –Police CP

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By Mojisola Oladele

The Commissioner of Police in Osun State, Muhammed Abba, has confirmed that six persons were killed in the chaos that happened over control of Local Government secretariats in the state.

CP Abba who spoke through the Public Relations Officer of the state police command, Mrs Yemisi Opalola disclosed this to Newsmen in Osogbo.

“The event left six people dead and many people were hospitalised. We are not happy with what happened and various groups have been called for a meeting, A series of meetings are held to ensure that this does not happen again” CP Muhammed Abba said.

While assuring that the command would ensure that perpetrators of the fatal violence would be arrested and prosecuted, CP Abba said peace is gradually returning to the state.

He added that the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun has directed the deployment of tactical squads from other states to Osun State to ensure peace and order.

A visit by Radio Nigeria Correspondent to Olorunda, Osogbo, Ifelodun, and Ede-South Local Government Areas Secretariats revealed that they were empty.

However, Security Operatives were noticed at strategic locations around the Council Secretariats visited.

Recall that leaders and members of the ruling People’s Democratic Party, PDP,  and All Progressives Congress, APC, alongside their thugs, had clashed amid gunshots in a bid to occupy the councils.

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Ibadan North Election: APC Promises Free, Fair Primary

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By Oluwakayode Banjo

As stakeholders warm up for the bye-election to fill the vacant Ibadan North Federal Constituency seat, Chairman of the All Progressives Congress APC in Oyo state, Alhaji Olayide Abas, has assured that only the constitutional and democratic option would be employed to pick the party candidate among aspirants who have indicated their interests.

Alh. Abas made the declaration at a stakeholders’ meeting held on Thursday at the Oke-Ado Secretariat of the party.

The meeting, according to the party chairman, was organized to kickstart the process of reclaiming the seat which became vacant following the transition of Honourable Olaide Akinremi who was on his second term in office under the platform of APC.

“It took us several weeks to come to term with the reality of the demise of our man, Prince Akinremi, who was one of the best performing federal lawmakers in the country and because nature abhors vacuum, it is imperative we find a replacement in as much as it is an established fact that only the APC can present the likes of the deceased occupant of the seat.

“We are aware of the fact about 20 members of the APC in Ibadan North Federal Constituency have indicated their interest to emerge as the candidate of our party in the anticipated bye-election and I am particularly delighted each of the interested aspirants is more qualified to represent the all-important constituency in the Green Chamber. However, the high number of aspirants is raising some dust but I can assure that we will be fair to all concerned.

“Ibadan North Federal Constituency cannot afford to have a representative whose voice would not be heard on account of party inferiority and this is another justification for a candidate of the APC to return to that seat. All hands are already on deck as stakeholders from within and outside the state have indicated their readiness to rally round the candidate of our party. We can only appeal to party leaders, aspirants and other concerned individuals and groups in the federal constituency to cooperate with us as we are poised to midwife a free and fair process in picking the party candidate very soon.” Abas said.

Speaking on behalf of the aspirants who attended the meeting, Hon. Musibau Ayinla lauded the leadership of the Oyo APC for their show of pragmatism and assurance of fairness to the aspirants. “We are indeed gladdened by what we have seen so far from the Alh. Olayide Abas-led leadership of our great Party. We (the aspirants) know what is at stake and we would not disappoint party members as well as the good people of Ibadan North. We shall all submit to the decision to conduct a hitch-free primary even as we all pledge to support whoever that gets the ticket from amongst us.”

Other aspirants who attended the meeting were; Olusegun Olaleye, Wale Olatunji, Adekunle Oladeji, Umar Arisekola Alao, AbdulRasaq AbdulGaniyy, Khalil Mustapha, Kamil Omotosho, Taofeek Aderogba and Idris Babatunde Lapade.

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Ondo APC Ready for Saturday’s LG Election

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 By Olorunferanmi Odofin

Ahead of next Saturday’s Local Government election in Ondo State, the All Progressives Congress, APC, party in the state has constituted two committees for the purpose of the election.

The committees are a five-man council poll campaign committee to be chaired by Sir Charles Fagbohunka while another three-man reconcilatory committee will be headed by Mr Agaba Atili.

Briefing newsmen at the party’s secretariat in Akure, APC state’s publicity secretary, Mr Alex Kalejaye explained that the committees were put in place to ensure a smooth campaign ahead of the poll and to also address aggrieved party members.

Mr Kalejaye who said the party was fully prepared for the election noted that the APC campaign would come to an end on Thursday, January 16th.

The APC publicity secretary expressed optimism that the party would emerge victorious in  Saturday’s poll as residents would want to reciprocate the ongoing people’s oriented projects across the state 

Mr Kalejaye expressed satisfaction with all the Ondo State Independent Electoral Commission, ODIEC’s conditions adding that APC alongside 12 other political parties would be participating in the council poll.

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Religion

Oyo APC Calls for thorough Investigation into Yuletide Celebration Tragedy

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By Oluwakayode Banjo

The All Progressives Congress APC in Oyo state has lamented the unfortunate stampede which happened in Ibadan on Wednesday at a well-publicised Christmas funfair packaged by a named organization for the children in celebration of the yuletide.

Reports confirmed by the Oyo state government in the afternoon of Wednesday had it that the inability of the organizers of the funfair to control the surging crowd of children and adults who had thronged the Islamic High School, Ibadan venue of the event resulted in a stampede which claimed the loss of about 32 children while an unspecified number of others sustained varying degrees of injury.

In a statement made available to journalists in Ibadan by its Publicity Secretary, Olawale Sadare, Oyo APC called on the state government to set up a high-powered panel to investigate the tragic incident to identify those believed to be culpable in the unfortunate death of the innocent kids as well as establishing the facts surrounding the sordid planning and execution of the event by the organizers.

“We are in deep sorrow as a result of the tragic incident which claimed many lives in Ibadan today. In any given circumstance, the loss of any innocent life attracts lamentations and regret as It became more saddening when it was realized that the ugly development could have been prevented if certain authorities had done the needful in the areas of surveillance, intelligence gathering and pro-activeness. 

“While we are not going to preempt the Investigative Panel recommended for establishment by the state government over this particular matter, we call on Governor Seyi Makinde to ensure that justice is done to the numerous victims of the tragedy even as we sympathize with their parents and other family members,” APC concluded.

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2027: Ibadan Outer City APC Harps on Unity, Focus Among Faithful

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By Oluwakayode Banjo

The leadership of of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Ibadan Outer City zone of Oyo state has charged stakeholders in the Party to leverage on the goals attained in the build up to the last local government council election to guarantee a resounding success in the 2027 general election.

A forum of leaders and key stakeholders from the zone met today at the New Ife Road Secretariat of the APC in Egbeda local government to discuss important issues relating to the progress of the broom party and its members. The zone which comprises of Akinyele, Egbeda, Ido, Lagelu, Oluyole and Ona-Ara local government areas were well represented at the meeting.

In a Communique issued at the meeting and signed by the duo of Alhaji Kamorudeen Ajisafe, JP (Chairman) and Bashorun Bilyamin Ogundele, (Secretary), the Forum expressed its appreciation to the good people of the state “who had anticipated a free and fair conduct of the botched April 27, 2024 by OYSIEC and trooped out to elect the candidates of the APC but got disenfranchised by some anti-democratic elements who later reeled out cooked results in favour of the ruling PDP.

“The Forum saluted the courage and commitment of the Omodewu-led State Executive Committee as well as all critical stakeholders and members of the the Technical Committee set up for the purpose of the anticipated local government council election which was later messed up. More importantly, it is worthwhile to thump up all the APC candidates at the said election for showing to the whole world that they were reliable and committee patriots who would stop at nothing to assist the cause of democracy and good governance for the benefit of the society. 

“The Forum promises to work together with other relevant stakeholders to ensure that the gains of internal cohesion, unity and togetherness achieved so far were improved upon. We shall reach out to everyone who matters as we are poised to leave no stone unturned to put a stop to the maladministration of the PDP in Oyo state in 2027 as we cannot afford to disappoint the majority of the people of the state who have been direct or indirect victims of lies and deceit of the Makinde.” The Communique stated.

Highlights of the meeting included goodwill messages sent in by Senator Yunus Akintunde, Honourable  Akin Alabi and Honourable (Engr.) Aderemi Oseni who represent good fractions of the Zone in the National Assembly, Abuja while situation reports were also given by the Party Chairmen and State Executive Committee members from all the six local government areas in the Zone.

Some of the party bigwigs present at the meeting are; Alhaji Rasaki Akilapa, Alhaji Sule Suara-Elegbeda, Honourable Dauda Lawal, Alhaji Yinka Folarin, Honourable Ibrahim Bolomope, Honourable Murphy Adigun-Hammed, Barrister Yemi Aderibigbe, Dr. Joshua Oyebamiji, Honourable Wahab Oladejo, Professor David Adeyemi, Honourable Adesina Adeagbo, Alhaji Abiola Ambali, Honourable Femi Akintunde, Alhaji Olalekan Busari, Honourable Olawale Sadare, Pastor Lekan Esho, Mrs. Abiola Olaniran among others.

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Politics

PDP will reclaim Ondo State – Makinde

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By Iyabo Adebisi

Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has declared that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will reclaim Ondo State from the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the November 2024 governorship election.


The governor stated this when he hosted leaders of the party from the South-West Geopolitical zone, who converged on Ibadan to kick-start the process of reconciling PDP tendencies in Ondo State.


Governor Makinde noted that the PDP family has begun to speak with one voice and that the PDP governorship candidate, Mr. Agboola Ajayi and other parties would team up to ensure that the party has a strong showing at the polls.


According to the governor, all PDP leaders and stakeholders from across the six South-West states are behind the Ondo PDP candidate.


He said: “Our candidate, Agboola Ajayi is here and the first step forward for us is to reconcile all the tendencies in Ondo State. This is because once we have a unified PDP in Ondo State, we have a path to the Alagbaka Government House.


“To God be the glory, we have spoken as one family. Our candidate has also been able to key into that process.
“So, for us, people should expect a very strong showing from the PDP in Ondo State in November by the grace of God.

With our leaders from across the South-West standing behind our candidates in the state, I think it is a strong signal to the present occupier of the Ondo Government House. The PDP is coming and it will happen.”


Similarly, Osun State governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, said the South-West PDP came together to deliberate on the affairs of the party regarding the forthcoming election in Ondo State.


Governor Adekeke added that the South-West PDP leaders congratulated Ajayi, who won the party primary in a transparent process that showed that the PDP is a democratic party that follows due process.


Adeleke said: “As you can see, everyone is happy as it is a family affair. We came over to Oyo State to meet with our brother, His Excellency, Governor Seyi Makinde, to deliberate on the PDP affairs as touching Ondo State.


“Of course, we congratulate our brother, Agboola, who won the primary, which went very well. Everybody now knows that PDP is a democratic party because we followed due process.


“We also want to begin the reconciliation process, because we know some people are upset and we believe our leaders will go back home to bring everybody together. Even Governor Makinde and I would be invited to Akure to see how we can move forward in the state ahead of the election in November.”


Also speaking, the PDP governorship candidate, Mr Agboola Ajayi, thanked Governors Makinde and Adeleke as well as the PDP leaders for their support ahead of the election.


He described the PDP as a formidable party in Ondo State, stating that all PDP members are one family and that they will deliver the state to the PDP fold in the November election.


The meeting had in attendance former Governor of Osun State, Prince Olagunsoye Oyinlola; former Governor of Ondo State, Dr Olusegun Mimiko; 2023 PDP governorship candidate in Ogun State,  Ladi Adebutu, and a former PDP governorship candidate in Ondo State,  Eyitayo Jegede.


Also in attendance were former Deputy National Chairman of the PDP, Chief Olabode George; PDP Deputy National Chairman (South), Ambassador Taofeek Arapaja; and South-West Chairman of the PDP, Kamoru Ajisafe, among others.

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Agriculture

APC Chieftain Makes Case for Improved Investment in Agriculture

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By Olawale Asake

A Chieftain of All Progressives Congress, APC, in Oyo State, Prince Niran Adeyoju has advised the Federal Government to invest more in Agriculture across the nation to make food sufficient for its Citizens

Prince Adeyoju who is the patron of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN, Ibadan gave the advice while speaking with Radio Nigeria on the current hike in food commodities.

He said the country needed to diversify from Oil and concentrate on provision of food through mechanised farming that would be more productive in the interest of all.

The Business Tycoon enjoined individuals to embrace subsistence farming like planting of vegetables, maize and tubers within their compounds, saying it would reduce crowded dependency on the unavailable goods in the Market.

Prince Adeyoju, however, commended President Bola Tinubu for taking bold steps at repositioning the Country, urging Nigerians to be more patient with the policies and Programmes of the Federal Government.

He expressed optimistic that Nigerians would soon enjoy the results of government policies

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Crime

Police Investigate Assassination of Aiyedatiwa’s Campaign Coordinator

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The Ondo State Police Command, says it has begun an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of one Mr Alaba Abe, who is one of the ward campaign coordinators of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa.

The late Abe was among Aiyedatiwa’s campaign coordinators during last Saturday’s All Progressives Congress governorship primary in Ondo State, which Aiyedatiwa won.

Abe, popularly known by his nickname, Excel, was reportedly assassinated by some gunmen in Supare Akoko, Akoko South-West Area of the state on Saturday evening.

This incident happened barely a week after the APC held its governorship primary across the 18 local government areas of the state.

The deceased was also said to be the Returning Officer for the party’s primary at Ward 10 in the council area.

It was gathered that the deceased was assassinated on Saturday night around 9 pm in front of his house at Supare Akoko.

When contacted on Sunday, the Police Public Relations Officer, Mrs Funmilayo Odunlami, confirmed the incident, saying the command was aware of it and had begun an investigation.

The PPRO said, “The command is aware of the incident at Supare; investigation is ongoing to unravel all that happened.”

Punch/Simeon Ugbodovon

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Politics

LG POLL: Suspected Thugs Attack Ibarapa East APC Chairman

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By Olaolu Fawole, Mosope Kehinde

Chairman of All Progressives Congress, APC in Ibarapa East local government area of Oyo State, Eruwa, Mr Moses Ojediran was on Saturday morning allegedly attacked by suspected hoodlums at the Oyo state Independent Electoral Commission, OYSIEC office, Eruwa.

The APC chieftain was said to have been beaten up by the suspected hoodlums following disagreement over alleged attempt by OYSIEC Electoral officer, Mr Tijani Adedokun to sideline the APC during inspection of local government election materials ahead distribution to all polling units.

Speaking with Radio Nigeria, Director General APC campaign council, Ibarapa East local government, Mr Moses Kolawole said the party chairman was hospitalized at Awojobi hospital, Eruwa, following the attack led by one Kasali Olatunji.

Mr Kolawole who alleged that he was the target of attack due to his persistent enquiry into the inspection of electoral materials, accused the ruling political party in the state of intimidation.

Meanwhile, when Radio Nigeria Ibadan visited the hospital, it was observed that the APC Chairman was on intravenous fluid drip as at the time of the visit.

When contacted, OYSIEC Electoral Officer for Ibarapa East local government, Mr.Tijani Adedokun denied any form of harassment or assault inside the Secretariat, saying that the political parties might have had their disagreement outside the Secretariat.

Mr Adedokun said the local government election in Ibarapa East was peaceful and seamless.

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Another tranche of N2 billion entitlement paid to APC LG chairmen – Makinde

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By Iyabo Adebisi

Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has declared that another tranche of N2 billion has been paid to the immediate past All Progressives Congress (APC) Local Government Chairmen in the state as part of their entitlements

Governor Makinde made this known at the burial and thanksgiving service in honour of Mama Ruth Adenihun Dare, mother of former Minister of Youth and Sports, Chief Sunday Dare, held at Sabo Baptist Church, Ogbomoso, Oyo State.

The governor said the action put an end to the long-drawn battle the ex-ALGON members had with him following their sack in 2019.

Recall that the state government had in 2021 released the sum of N1 billion to the ex-chairmen in fulfillment of the Supreme Court judgment that the sacked chairmen be paid their entitlements.

Governor Makinde reiterated that residents of the state must be cautious not to fight one another over politics, as politicians always have a way of settling their differences.

He added that his presence in Ogbomoso to honour Chief Dare, an APC chieftain, was an indication that politics should never be in the way of humanity.

Describing the event as the celebration of the life of Mama Dare, whose good character can be seen in her children, the governor prayed to God to continually uphold Chief Dare and everyone Mama left behind.

He said: “We are here to celebrate our Mama. It is a day of celebration because Mama was 92 before she died.

“I am sure Chief Sunday Dare must have thought I wouldn’t attend this event because we don’t belong to the same party. I tell people not to fight because of politicians because it is not worth it. This is because we do a lot of other things together behind the curtain. 

“When I took over as governor in 2019, I decided to sack all the Local Government chairmen because we felt their election was unconstitutional. 

“As a result, they also took me to court for the government to pay their entitlements. We dragged the matter up to the Supreme Court level. But, on Friday, I paid N2 billion out of the debt. So, we are no longer fighting.”

Governor Makinde equally noted that he would return to Ogbomoso in a few weeks to commission the 78.6km Ogbomoso-Iseyin-Fapote Road named after former Governor Adebayo Alao-Akala.

He reiterated his administration’s commitment to developing the infrastructure across all zones of the state and linking the zones together in line with his economic expansion agenda

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LG Elections: We won’t leave any stone unturned – APC

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By Oluwakayode Banjo

Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo state have told candidates of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and those of other political parties in the forthcoming local government council election to be prepared for heavy defeat as it would not leave any stone unturned “to rescue the third tier of government from total collapse”.

The stakeholders which comprised some notable leaders, chieftains and members from across the 33 local government councils in the state spoke in similar terms at a meeting held on Sunday at the Oke-Ado State Secretariat of the Oyo APC. The meeting was at the instance of the Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, and deliberations were centred on how APC candidates would emerge victorious in the poll slated for April 27, 2024.

In his opening address; the state secretary, Alhaji Tajudeen Olanite, who stood in for the Chairman, Mr Isaac Omodewu, explained that the participation of Oyo APC in the council poll was a clear indication that the party was not ready to disappoint its members and the entire citizenry on matters relating to democracy, rule of law and good governance as it was prepared to change the narrative of the party in power writing results for its candidates to win all seats.

While delivering his speech; the party’s gubernatorial candidate in the 2019 general election and the current Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, charged all party faithful to do extra work for the success of APC chairmanship and councillorship candidates as he was determined to do. His words; “we are mindful of the fact it is not going to be an easy thing because local government poll is usually the most difficult, especially for a party in opposition but with unity of purpose, commitment and dedication, we can do it.

“As an individual party member, I will do everything within my power to support all our candidates across the 33 LGAs and 351 Wards in the state. We shall begin to walk the talk from today by giving cash support to them. We are not even going to stop at that, we will reach out to other stakeholders in Abuja and elsewhere to mobilize them for the task at hand. I have also asked our supporters, who rejoined Oyo APC with us last December, to cooperate with the party handlers and the candidates of our party. If we are able to work together as progressive family members, victory is sure anytime.

The former deputy governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) also used the opportunity to explain the cause of the challenges facing the power sector in the country and the measures being put in place by his Ministry to tackle the problem headlong. “Electricity is so important that no serious government can toy with that sector. The problems we are facing at the moment started about 60 years ago but we would not use that as an excuse. We are doing a lot and very soon, Nigerians will a cause to smile as power supply will become stable nationwide.” Adelabu added.

In his vote of thanks, Alhaji Abu Gbadamosi who spoke on behalf of all party leaders who were present at the meeting, described Chief Adelabu’s decision to identify with the party and its candidates for the council poll as a morale booster coming at the right time. He then urged not to relent in working with others to move the party forward and also ensure that peace and harmony reign supreme with Oyo APC of the 2027 general election when it is hoped that the party would reclaim power in the state.

Party dignitaries who graced the meeting included; Engr. Dayo Lawal, Alh. Mufutau Adisa (Gbayawu), Alh. Kamorudeen Ajisafe, Chief Francis Babalola, Chief C. A Ajibade, Alh. Bello Oladeji (BAO), Hon. Adeyemi Adekola, Hon. Mojeed Olaoya, Alhaja Tinuade Adigun, Hon. Joshua Oyebamiji, Hon. Tunde Oloyede, Alhaji Isiaka Alimi, Prince Ayodeji Abass-Alesinloye, Alh. Wale Sanusi among others.

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