Author: Olóyè Gbenga

Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has issued a stern warning to political actors planning to rig the 2027 governorship election, cautioning that such individuals should prepare for the consequences by “writing their will.” Speaking during the October edition of Alex Otti Speaks to Abians, held at the Government House in Umuahia and streamed via Channels Television’s YouTube page, the governor made it clear that the will of God and the people—not political manipulation—would determine the next administration in the state. “I have heard that some people around him say, ‘Oh, they must take over this state, they must write…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has announced a bold agenda to overhaul Nigeria’s political and governance systems, promising to end entrenched practices such as godfatherism, budget padding, and patronage-driven politics. In a statement released on Friday by the party’s coalition mobilisation wing, ADC Vanguard, and titled “No Godfathers, No Budget Padding: How ADC Plans to Redesign Governance”, the party outlined a comprehensive plan to create a transparent, citizen-focused, and digitally accountable government. “For too long, Nigerian politics has revolved around personalities rather than principles, and power has been used for patronage rather than progress,” the statement read. “The ADC stands…

The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, has extended warm felicitations to the Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, on the occasion of his 51st birthday. In a congratulatory statement signed by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, Governor Adeleke described the Ooni as a “beacon of peace, cultural rebirth, and national inspiration,” lauding his impactful reign and visionary leadership. “It gives me immense pleasure to celebrate our royal father, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, on the occasion of his 51st birthday. Kabiyesi’s life and reign continue to…

The British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Dr Richard Montgomery, has concluded a two-day working visit to Anambra State, as part of the United Kingdom’s engagement with Nigeria’s democratic process ahead of the state’s forthcoming gubernatorial election. The visit, which comes just weeks before the 8 November poll, included meetings with key political and security stakeholders to assess the state’s readiness for the election. According to a statement from the British High Commission in Abuja on Thursday, Montgomery met with Governor Charles Soludo, leading gubernatorial candidates, the Resident Electoral Commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the state Commissioner of…

The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the appointment of Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG), Dankwara Mohammed, as a Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG), representing Nigeria’s North-East geopolitical zone. Mohammed assumes the position following the recent retirement of DIG Sahabu Abubakar Yahaya. The announcement was made in a statement released on Friday by Ikechukwu Ani, the PSC’s Head of Press and Public Relations. The Commission also confirmed a wide-ranging promotion exercise involving senior officers across various ranks of the Nigeria Police Force. According to the statement, Commissioner of Police (CP), Abibo Deinma Reuben, has been promoted to the…

The High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, Maitama, has adjourned hearing in a ₦5.5 billion defamation lawsuit filed by two operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) against the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) to 12 November 2025. Justice Halilu Yusuf granted the adjournment on Thursday following the absence of SERAP’s lead counsel, Chief Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa (SAN), who informed the court via a written letter of a scheduling conflict due to his appearance before the Court of Appeal in Lagos. The plaintiffs, Sarah John and Gabriel Ogunleye, allege that SERAP made false and damaging media claims accusing…

The Rivers State Executive Council has cancelled a ₦134 billion contract awarded during the state’s period of emergency rule under former sole administrator, Vice Admiral Ikot Ete Ibas (retd), for the reconstruction of the State Secretariat complex in Port Harcourt. The contract, initially granted to China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC), was nullified during the Council’s meeting on Thursday. As part of the decision, the Council directed the construction firm to refund the ₦20 billion mobilisation fee it had already received. The project had been a subject of scrutiny following concerns about transparency and procedural irregularities during the emergency administration.…

Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his commitment to educational reform, describing the President’s policies as transformative and inclusive. Dogara made these remarks on Thursday while delivering a Special Public Lecture titled “Empowering the Future Generation: The Founders’ Vision and Legacy” at the Federal University, Lokoja, Kogi State. The lecture was part of the week-long activities marking the university’s 9th Convocation Ceremony. Highlighting the importance of education in national development, Dogara commended President Tinubu for the establishment of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), noting that the initiative has given…

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has launched a scathing attack on former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, saying the ex-governor of Anambra State will “continue to contest as President on social media, but not as President of Nigeria.” Wike made the remarks on Thursday during the commissioning of newly constructed roads in the Mabushi District of Abuja. His comments came in response to Obi’s recent criticism of the state of public primary schools in the FCT. During a visit to LEA Primary School, Kapwa, on Wednesday, Obi described the school’s conditions as “a national…

The apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has firmly disassociated itself, South-East governors, and federal ministers from the region from the planned 20 October 2025 nationwide protest calling for the unconditional release of IPOB leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. In a strongly worded statement released on Thursday, factional Deputy President-General, Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, and Chief Thompson Chinyereze Ohia, National Spokesperson, expressed deep concern over the motives behind the planned demonstration. According to the statement, Ohanaeze condemned what it described as a “Sowore-Atiku-orchestrated protest”, alleging it was a covert attempt to incite unrest and destabilise the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.…