Author: Gbenga Olaleye

The former Governor of Oyo State and Olubadan-designate, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has returned to Ibadan, the state capital, as preparations intensify for his official ascension to the throne. Ladoja, who was unanimously approved by the Olubadan-in-Council as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, is currently at his family house in Isale-Osi, located in Ibadan South East Local Government Area. He is expected to proceed shortly to his private residence on Ondo Street, in Bodija, within Ibadan North Local Government. Speaking on Monday, the media aide to the Olubadan-designate, Mr Adeola Oloko, confirmed Ladoja’s arrival in the city. “The 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland,…

The National Chairman of Nigeria’s ruling party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, is in mourning following the death of his beloved mother, Mama Lydia Yilwatda. She passed away at the age of 83 on Saturday morning at the Jos University Teaching Hospital, Plateau State. Her passing has elicited a wave of condolences from political leaders, religious communities, and party members across the nation, marking a profound moment of grief for the Yilwatda family and the wider APC community. The Plateau State chapter of the APC confirmed the sad news in a statement issued at the weekend by…

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has inaugurated a special-purpose committee to investigate 6,458 cases of technologically driven examination malpractice uncovered during the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The 23-member committee was formally inaugurated on Monday in Abuja by JAMB’s Registrar, Professor Ishaq Oloyede, who expressed concern over the growing complexity and sophistication of exam fraud in recent years. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, Prof. Oloyede lamented the rise of high-tech cheating, describing the methods as far removed from traditional forms of malpractice. He revealed that the results of 6,458 candidates remain under scrutiny for alleged involvement in…

Presidency mocks Atiku and Peter Obi after APC secures 12 of 16 bye-election seats, taunting opposition over heavy losses ahead of 2027 polls. The Presidency has ridiculed opposition leaders Atiku Abubakar of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and Labour Party’s (LP) former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, following the All Progressives Congress (APC)’s sweeping victory in Saturday’s bye-elections. Presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, took to his X account on Monday morning, posting: “How is the market now?” alongside a photo featuring Atiku, Obi and other ADC members. Although he did not directly mention names, the taunt was widely interpreted as aimed at…

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has appealed to indigenes and residents of the state to take full advantage of the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise. In a statement released on Monday in Osogbo by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, Governor Adeleke described the exercise as a vital civic responsibility that should not be taken lightly. He stressed the importance of voter registration, particularly for those who have recently attained voting age, urging all eligible citizens to ensure their names are properly captured in the voters’ register. Looking ahead to the 2026 governorship election, which he described…

The General Overseer of the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM), Dr Daniel Olukoya, has ordained 5,000 new ministers during the 2025 Global Ministers Conference, which concluded on Sunday. The three-day conference, themed “The Message, the Messenger, and the Power,” began on Friday and featured intensive teachings, specialised sessions, and mass ordinations. In his keynote message, Dr Olukoya emphasised the need for spiritual mentorship and divine calling, warning ministers against rebellion, self-promotion, and spiritual complacency. “Most people do not have access to God’s true motivation, so they develop a strong rebellious spirit,” Olukoya said. “Ministers of God should not…

Less than 24 hours after her defeat in the bid to succeed her late husband, Senator representing Anambra North Senatorial Zone, Tony Nwoye, has appointed Justina Azuka, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) candidate, as his Senior Special Adviser on Special Duties. Mrs Azuka had contested the by-election for the Onitsha North 1 State Constituency, a seat previously held by her late husband, Justice Azuka, who was tragically kidnapped and killed. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) candidate, Mimih Ifeoma Azikiwe, the winner, with Mrs Azuka finishing a close second. According to sources, the…

Human rights activist and lawyer Dele Farotimi has dismissed recent calls for former President Goodluck Jonathan to make a political comeback in 2027, arguing that Nigeria’s challenges are deeply rooted in systemic issues that cannot be resolved by recycling past leaders. In an exclusive interview with Channels Television, Farotimi cautioned against the tendency to focus on individuals rather than addressing the fundamental structural problems plaguing the nation. He emphasised that meaningful progress requires honest self-reflection and comprehensive reforms. “A thousand Goodluck Ebele Jonathans cannot solve the problems of Nigeria. If we do not address our structural problems and tell ourselves…

The Omoluabi Progressives have raised alarm over what they describe as a coordinated attempt to eliminate former Minister of Interior and ex-governor of Osun State, Rauf Aregbesola. In a statement obtained by NewDailyPrime on Sunday and signed by spokesperson and organising secretary Oluwaseun Abosede, the group claimed recent incidents indicate a political and physical campaign aimed at silencing Aregbesola. The organisation pointed to inflammatory remarks, veiled threats, and alleged state-backed actions, which have fuelled suspicions of a broader agenda against the former minister. “Taken together, these developments raise genuine fears that a sinister agenda is being orchestrated to silence him…

Saturday’s by-election in Kaduna State was marred by low voter turnout despite the presence of security personnel across affected areas. The elections, organized by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), were held in various state and federal constituencies to fill vacant legislative seats — including the Chikun/Kajuru Federal Constituency seat left vacant following the death of Labour Party lawmaker, Ekene Adams, on July 16, 2024. Despite efforts by INEC to ensure early deployment of personnel and materials, voter apathy dominated the day, particularly in Sabon Gari, Zaria, Chikun, and Kajuru Local Government Areas. In these places, polling units were either…