Author: Gbenga Olaleye

The Emir of Ilorin and Chairman of the Kwara Traditional Rulers Council, Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, has mourned the death of Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland, who passed away on Monday at the age of 90. The Emir’s condolence message, issued through his spokesman, Dr Abdulazeez Arowona, and made available to the News Agency of Nigeria in Ilorin, described the passing as the divine will of Almighty Allah. Oba Olakulehin’s reign, though brief at just one year, was noted for its peaceful nature and his dedication to sustaining the cultural heritage and traditions of Ibadan and the wider Oyo…

Napoli striker Victor Osimhen has reportedly given the green light to a permanent transfer to Turkish giants Galatasaray, according to Nigerian sports journalist Buchi Laba, who has close ties to the Super Eagles forward. Laba revealed the news on social media platform X, sharing an exclusive update that Osimhen has expressed a strong desire to continue his career with Galatasaray beyond his current loan spell. “Exclusive: Victor James Osimhen says YES to Galatasaray & wants to continue with the Turkish team,” Laba wrote. The Nigerian striker has been a key figure in Galatasaray’s attacking line-up since his arrival, and despite…

The Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has paid tribute to the late Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland, describing him as a giant in thought and action whose legacy will inspire generations. In a condolence message released on Monday and signed by the Secretary to the Sultanate Council, Alhaji Sai’idu Maccido, the Sultan expressed deep sorrow over the monarch’s passing, which he said leaves a significant void in traditional leadership. “The passing of this great monarch leaves a void that will be felt across the land. He was a good-hearted giant in thought and…

The Osun State office of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced dates for the commencement of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise, in preparation for the 2026 governorship election in the state. The Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Dr Mutiu Agboke, made the announcement on Monday during a strategic meeting with Electoral Officers (EOs) in Osogbo. The meeting was held as part of efforts to evaluate readiness for the CVR and to deliberate on operational issues ahead of the exercise. According to Dr Agboke, the CVR will begin in two phases: the online registration is scheduled to commence on…

The deposed Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar have paid glowing tributes to the late elder statesman and renowned industrialist, Alhaji Aminu Dantata, describing him as a national treasure and a rare gem whose contributions to Nigeria’s development will be remembered for generations. Bayero made his remarks on Sunday shortly after returning from Madinah, Saudi Arabia, where he had led funeral prayers for the late business mogul. Upon his return to Kano, he paid a condolence visit to the bereaved family, accompanied by senior members of the Kano Emirate Council, district heads, and…

Former National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Ralph Nwosu, has revealed that at least seven prominent figures within the opposition coalition are being urged by their supporters to contest the 2027 presidential election against incumbent President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Speaking, Nwosu disclosed that the movement, which recently adopted the ADC as its political platform, is attracting significant interest from key political heavyweights, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and 2023 Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate Peter Obi. The coalition is gaining momentum as discontent grows within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the All Progressives Congress (APC), with…

Ondo State Governor, Mr Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has urged stakeholders to unite and provide greater support to the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to effectively address the ongoing challenges facing the Niger Delta region. Governor Aiyedatiwa praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration for its commitment to the development of the Niger Delta, highlighting the government’s efforts to ensure the NDDC receives the necessary backing to fulfil its mandate. He made these remarks on Sunday at a Thanksgiving service commemorating the 25th anniversary of the NDDC’s establishment, held at St. Thomas Anglican Church in Akure, the Ondo State capital. “The NDDC has…

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has declared that Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, will never again emerge as Nigeria’s president. Wike made the statement on Sunday during an official Thanksgiving Service marking the successful completion of projects commissioned by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The event took place at St. James’ Anglican Church in Asokoro, Abuja, and was attended by several dignitaries and government officials. Addressing the congregation, Wike argued that Obi’s political era has passed and criticised the former Anambra State Governor’s supporters for their emotional attachment rather than an informed understanding of his…

Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, the former running mate of Peter Obi in Nigeria’s 2023 presidential election, has highlighted the challenge facing the opposition coalition, the African Democratic Congress (ADC), describing it as being filled with individuals harbouring presidential ambitions. The ADC coalition comprises several prominent political figures, including former Vice President Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, ex-Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi, ex-Kaduna State governor Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, and former Senate President David Mark, among others, DAILY POST reports. In an interview with Trust TV, Baba-Ahmed noted that unlike previous political alliances, the ADC lacks a unifying…

Outspoken Nigerian activist and legal practitioner, Deji Adeyanju, has vowed to intensify his verbal onslaughts against the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, amidst a growing political rift involving former Rivers State governor, Rotimi Amaechi. In a pointed statement posted to his Facebook page on Saturday, Adeyanju made it clear that he considers Wike a political “lightweight” unworthy of attention from the more prominent figures in Nigeria’s opposition movement. Instead, he volunteered himself to “handle” the Minister. “Coalition people should leave Wike and his dead PDP for me. Amaechi is too big to be responding to Wike. Please, leave…