Author: Oloye

The Federal Commissioner representing Ekiti State at the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), Omowumi Ogunlola, has announced that she will not be contesting for a seat in the National Assembly in the 2027 general elections. Ogunlola, a former member of the Federal House of Representatives, stated that her decision was motivated by a desire to focus on her current national assignment and deliver quality service to both the country and Ekiti State. Speaking at a media briefing in Ado Ekiti on Saturday, she said, “Let me be very clear: I will not be contesting for the House of…

The Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, has challenged recent assurances from opposition figures regarding the credibility of the forthcoming governorship election, urging voters to remain alert against any attempt to manipulate the August 15 poll. Governor Adeleke’s comments came in response to statements attributed to the Bola Oyebamiji, the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), and the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, who had pledged support for a free and fair electoral process in the state. In a statement issued on Saturday in Osogbo by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, Adeleke described the declarations from APC…

Arsenal legend Ray Parlour has suggested that striker Gabriel Jesus may opt to leave the club at the end of the current season, as the Gunners prepare to offload several first-team players during the summer transfer window. The north London side have reportedly listed four players for potential sale: Gabriel Martinelli, Ben White, Ethan Nwaneri, and Myles Lewis-Skelly. The club is seeking to generate funds to complete the permanent signing of defender Piero Hincapie. Speaking to Metro, Parlour highlighted that Jesus, at this stage of his career, is likely seeking regular first-team football, which could influence his decision to depart.…

The United States State Department on Friday approved the sale of $151.8 million worth of munitions to Israel, as the region experiences heightened tensions in the ongoing conflict with Iran. The arms package includes 12,000 of the requested 1,000-pound (470-kilogram) bomb bodies. Approval was granted by the State Department’s Bureau of Political-Military Affairs, which oversees international arms transfers. In a statement, the bureau said, “The proposed sale will improve Israel’s capability to meet current and future threats, strengthen its homeland defence, and serve as a deterrent to regional threats.” The sale comes amid an intensifying confrontation between Israel and Iran,…

Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East following military exchanges between Israel and Iran, Emirates has announced the resumption of its Dubai–Lagos–Dubai flight operations. The airline confirmed on Friday, March 6, 2026, that it would restart services after suspending flights last week due to widespread airspace disruptions triggered by the ongoing conflict in the region. Sources familiar with the airline’s operations said that the resumption primarily aims to return stranded Nigerians in the UAE to their home country. Several Middle Eastern carriers had previously halted operations after multiple countries closed their airspace in response to coordinated strikes by the United…

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has announced that its online portal will be open for prospective corps members to register for mobilisation from March 12 to March 18, 2026. The announcement was made through a flyer circulated across the agency’s social media platforms on Friday. The notice outlined eligibility requirements for graduates intending to participate in the scheme. “Attention, Prospective Corps Members (PCMs), I am happy to inform you that the NYSC portal will be opened for online registration from 12th to 18th March, 2026,” the flyer stated. Only graduates whose names appear on the approved Senate or Academic…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of breaching diplomatic protocol in the announcement of newly posted ambassadors. The opposition party described the development as a diplomatic blunder and another indication of what it called the government’s incompetence in handling foreign relations. In a statement issued on Friday, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, said the announcement of ambassadorial postings before securing the required approval from host countries violated established diplomatic procedures. According to Abdullahi, global diplomatic practice requires a sending country to first obtain the consent of the receiving nation —…

The Accord Party has said the 2027 general election will provide another opportunity for Nigerians to unite and elect leaders capable of placing the country on the path of progress and development. The party made this known while informing members about an upgraded link for its ongoing nationwide electronic membership registration and revalidation exercise. In a statement signed by its National Chairman, Maxwell Mgbudem, the party encouraged citizens to take advantage of the upcoming elections to work collectively towards building a stronger and more prosperous nation. “The upcoming elections provide another opportunity for people to come together and collaborate in…

Former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, has declared his intention to contest the 2027 presidential election, insisting that he will not be intimidated by the growing political strength of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Obi, who was the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general election, made the declaration while addressing supporters during an event in Njikoka on Friday. The former governor said that despite what he described as several attempts to discourage him from contesting the presidency, he remained determined to participate in the next election. According to him, Nigeria is currently facing serious socio-economic…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the final list of candidates contesting the August 15, 2026 governorship election in Osun State, confirming the participation of 14 political parties and their respective running mates. The list, attached to a letter signed by INEC Secretary Rose Oriaran-Anthony and dated March 4, 2026, was published on the commission’s website. It outlines the candidates cleared to participate in the upcoming poll after the conclusion of the nomination process. Notably, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Labour Party did not present candidates for the election. Among the prominent contenders is the candidate…