Author: Olóyè Gbenga

The Labour Party Nigeria has postponed its ward, local government, and state congresses, along with its national convention, in a move aimed at strengthening participation in its ongoing membership re-registration exercise. The internal elections were initially scheduled to begin on March 26, 2026, with ward congresses kicking off the process. Local government congresses were set for March 28, followed by state congresses on March 31, while the national convention had been fixed for April 11, 2026. However, the party leadership has now delayed the entire timetable. Reason for Postponement The decision was reached after a stakeholders’ meeting involving members of…

A former President of Nigeria’s Court of Appeal, Ayo Salami, has reignited controversy over the 2023 general elections, arguing that Labour Party candidate Peter Obi should not have been allowed to run. Speaking in Ilorin on Tuesday, Salami made the remarks during a visit by the Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ), where he received an award. The delegation was led by the centre’s founder and executive director, Dapo Olorunyomi, alongside Motunrayo Alaka. His comments have added a fresh legal dimension to ongoing discussions about the credibility of the 2023 presidential race and the processes that produced its candidates.…

Midfielder Moisés Caicedo has moved to shut down transfer speculation linking him with Real Madrid, declaring his long-term ambition is to build a legacy at Chelsea FC. The Ecuador international addressed the rumours during an interview with El Chiringuito TV, where he made it clear that his immediate and future focus remains firmly on life at Stamford Bridge. “I want to become a Chelsea legend,” Caicedo said. “I’m under contract at Chelsea, and my focus is on Chelsea and Ecuador.” Caicedo’s comments come amid growing reports that Real Madrid are exploring midfield reinforcements ahead of the next transfer window. The…

A coalition of youth organisations in Ekiti State has called on Governor Biodun Oyebanji and leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to ensure transparent and democratic primary elections ahead of the 2027 general polls. The groups, represented by David Adegboyega and Tayelolu Ajayi, made the appeal in a joint statement released in Ado Ekiti on Monday. They stressed the need for fairness, inclusiveness, and adherence to democratic principles in selecting candidates for National Assembly positions. Adegboyega, leader of the People’s Movement, specifically advocated for credible primaries to determine the House of Representatives candidate for Ekiti Central Federal Constituency I.…

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, Princewill Dike, has called on President Bola Tinubu to appoint the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, as Director-General of his Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) ahead of the 2027 general elections. Dike made the appeal while speaking with journalists in Port Harcourt on Monday, expressing strong confidence in Wike’s political capabilities and track record. According to him, the former Rivers State governor possesses the experience and strategic acumen required to lead a successful re-election campaign. Describing Wike as a “political force”, Dike argued that his appointment would…

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced that candidates who registered for the 2026 Mock Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) can now print their examination slips. The announcement was made on Monday via the board’s official X (formerly Twitter) account, directing candidates to its website to access their slips. According to JAMB, candidates are required to visit the official portal and select the option labelled “2026 Mock Slip Printing,” after which they are to input their registration numbers to generate and print their examination details. Read related news: JAMB clarifies it is not responsible for HND admissions, NYSC…

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has issued a stern warning to newly promoted senior officers of the Nigeria Police Force, urging them to uphold discipline, integrity, and professionalism in their new roles. Speaking on Monday at a decoration ceremony held in Abuja for newly elevated Assistant Inspectors-General of Police (AIGs) and Commissioners of Police (CPs), Disu stressed that the officers must demonstrate exemplary leadership and accountability. “From this moment, you are no longer just senior officers; you are strategic leaders of the Nigeria Police Force,” he said. “Your actions, decisions, and personal conduct must reflect discipline, integrity, and absolute…

The leadership crisis within the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) escalated on Monday as a faction led by Tajudeen Baruwa forcefully took control of the union’s national secretariat in Abuja. According to reports, members loyal to Baruwa stormed the headquarters in the early hours of the day, asserting their authority amid a prolonged internal dispute over the union’s leadership. The development marks a significant turning point in the ongoing power struggle that has divided the influential transport union since 2024. The crisis pits Baruwa against Ayinde Akinsanya, widely known as MC Oluomo, who was elected as the union’s…

Pedro Sánchez, the Spanish Prime Minister, announced on Friday a comprehensive €5 billion ($5.8 billion) economic relief package aimed at cushioning households and key sectors from the financial impact of the ongoing Middle East war. Central to the plan is a “drastic reduction” in energy-related taxes. Speaking after an emergency cabinet meeting, the Socialist Party leader described the 80-measure package as essential for protecting citizens and critical industries from surging energy and living costs. “Extraordinary situations require extraordinary responses,” he said. The measures, set to take effect on Saturday following publication in the official gazette, include significant cuts to value-added…

For the first time in recent years, Kano State witnessed three separate Eid al-Fitr prayers, underscoring widening divisions within the state’s traditional institutions and political landscape. The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, led the first prayer at the historic Kofar Mata Eid Ground at approximately 8:00 a.m. The gathering attracted senior government officials, including Governor Abba Yusuf, Secretary to the State Government Umar Faruq, and Commissioner of Police Ibrahim Adamu Bakori. According to close associate Muhammad Dallatu, the Emir’s sermon focused on unity, peaceful coexistence, and the need for harmony among residents. At roughly the same time, the…