Author: Damilola Olufemi

A coalition of prominent political figures, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and ex-Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, has taken a major step toward creating a new political party, formally requesting registration from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). In a letter dated June 19 and acknowledged by INEC on Friday, the group applied for the registration of a new party named the All Democratic Alliance (ADA). This move ends speculation about whether the coalition would revive an existing political platform or pursue a fresh one entirely. The initiative is also backed by other political heavyweights such as former Rivers…

A prominent member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ibrahim Kalgo, has accused the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of deliberately stalling efforts by a coalition of political groups aiming to register new parties ahead of the 2027 elections. Speaking on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Friday, Kalgo alleged that the electoral body was acting in concert with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to suppress political alternatives and maintain the current political order. “I think INEC is being biased and also afraid because the coalition is here to defeat APC come 2027 election,” he said, claiming that over…

The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, says the President’s running mate for the 2027 elections will be determined after the All Progressives Congress (APC) holds its next convention. Onanuga clarified in an interview with Daily Trust amid swirling rumours that Tinubu may replace Vice President Kashim Shettima ahead of the next election cycle. The speculation gained momentum after some speakers at a recent APC stakeholders’ meeting in Gombe endorsed Tinubu for a second term without making any mention of Shettima — an omission that triggered tension and disrupted the event, as delegates demanded an…

U.S. President Donald Trump says he will decide within two weeks whether Washington will be involved in the Israel-Iran conflict, backing Israel’s military campaign against Iran, citing a “substantial” possibility that diplomatic talks could still take place. Amid mounting pressure over his administration’s response to the escalating conflict, Trump’s decision to delay any immediate action opens a potential window for negotiations with Tehran. “Based on the fact that there’s a substantial chance of negotiations that may or may not take place with Iran soon, I will make my decision whether or not to go within the next two weeks,” Trump…

The Eko Mi Eko E magazine held its annual Eko Best 11 awards on June 19 2025, honouring 11 outstanding individuals and organisations that have made significant contributions to the development of Lagos State. In his welcome address, the Publisher of Eko Mi Eko E, Bestman Jumbo-Nze, stated, “It is with great pleasure that I welcome you, distinguished ladies and gentlemen, to this year’s Eko Mi Awards that we have tagged Eko Best 11, to celebrate 11 individuals who have been outstanding in every sense of the word in their contribution to the development of our great state. This year’s…

Filmmaker Tyler Perry is facing a $260 million lawsuit over allegations of sexual assault and gender-based workplace violence. As reported by TMZ, actor Derek Dixon—who appeared in Perry’s shows The Oval and Ruthless—filed the lawsuit in Los Angeles, accusing Perry of using his influence and authority to subject him to repeated acts of sexual misconduct. Dixon claims he first met Perry in 2019, during which Perry allegedly offered career support. However, the actor says that the promise soon gave way to “escalating sexual harassment, assault, and battery.” Tyler Perry accusation In the court filing, Dixon alleges that Perry, who had…

Popular Nollywood actor Ganiu Nofiu, widely known as Alapini, has voiced disappointment over his involvement in President Bola Tinubu’s 2023 election campaign, saying he now regrets backing the president. Speaking on the programme African A-List, Alapini said he and many of his colleagues supported Tinubu purely out of respect for his past support for the entertainment industry, not for monetary reasons. “We had to abandon all our work to campaign for Tinubu. During the campaign, we were not fighting for our own pocket but genuinely for the well-being of the citizens,” he explained. According to the actor, more than 100…

In the curtain-raiser of the 2025/26 Premier League season, Liverpool will begin their title defence at Anfield on Friday, August 15, facing Bournemouth.

U.S. President Donald Trump is set to issue a fresh 90-day extension for TikTok to secure a non-Chinese buyer, the White House announced Tuesday, marking the third delay in enforcing a looming ban on the popular social media platform. The original deadline, set under a federal law mandating the sale or restriction of TikTok over national security concerns, was due to take effect just a day before Trump’s January inauguration. “President Trump will sign an additional Executive Order this week to keep TikTok up and running. As he has said many times, President Trump does not want TikTok to go…

President Bola Tinubu touched down in Makurdi, the capital of Benue State, on Tuesday as part of his scheduled visit to Yelwata, a community in the Guma Local Government Area. Tinubu arrived at the Nigerian Air Force’s Tactical Air Command base around 12:58 p.m. The visit comes in the wake of deadly attacks in the area. Tinubu is expected to hold talks with key stakeholders in the state to address the security crisis and its impact on local communities. The President has directed the country’s top security chiefs and the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to apprehend those responsible…