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The Aare Musulumi of Yoruba Land, Edo and Delta States, His Eminence, Alhaji (Dr.) Dawud Makanjuola Akinola, has extended his warm congratulations to the Executive Governor of Oyo State, His Excellency, Engr. Seyi Makinde, FNSE, on the occasion of his birthday, December 25. In a personal goodwill message, the Aare Musulumi described Governor Makinde as a leader whose style of governance reflects vision, inclusiveness, and commitment to the welfare of the people of Oyo State. He commended the Governor for his efforts in promoting peaceful coexistence, infrastructural development, and policies aimed at improving the quality of life of residents across…

The Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Barrister Bayo Lawal, has congratulated the Executive Governor of the state, Engr. Seyi Makinde, on the occasion of his 58th birthday, describing him as a humanist and an exemplary leader with profound capacity for public governance. In a goodwill message released on Thursday to mark the Governor’s birthday celebration on December 25, 2025, Lawal said the day was a gratifying moment for him and his family to celebrate the uniqueness of Governor Makinde, whose leadership style he said has continued to redefine governance in Oyo State. The Deputy Governor noted that Governor Makinde’s…

Former Presidential Candidate and frontline politician, Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has felicitated with Christians and the entire Nigerian populace as they join the rest of the world in celebrating the 2025 Christmas season. In a statement issued by his Media Office in Abuja on Tuesday, Dr. Olawepo-Hashim called on Nigerians to embrace the values of love, tolerance, sacrifice, and peaceful coexistence, noting that these principles are essential to sustaining harmony, fostering progress, and advancing the cause of humanity. He described Christmas as a season that symbolizes joy, peace, hope, love, and goodwill, virtues he said are urgently needed in Nigeria at…

_Says targeting opposition campaign rally with teargas goes beyond policing duties_ The Foundation for Peace Professionals (PeacePro) has cautioned the Uganda Police Force against what it described as the misuse of state authority in dealing with political opposition, following reports that teargas was deployed at an opposition campaign rally. In a statement issued on Tuesday by the Executive Director, Abdulrazaq Hamzat, PeacePro said the use of teargas to disrupt a political gathering raises serious concerns about democratic space, civil liberties, and the neutrality of security institutions in Uganda. According to Hamzat, policing in a democratic society is meant to…

Former presidential candidate and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential hopeful, Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has intensified consultations ahead of the 2027 general election, holding separate high-level meetings with former President Olusegun Obasanjo and former Military President, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (rtd.). The closed-door meetings, held on Monday, are part of Dr. Hashim’s ongoing nationwide engagements with elder statesmen and key national figures to discuss the future direction of Nigeria. Sources familiar with the consultations said Dr. Hashim assured both former leaders of his capacity to tackle Nigeria’s security challenges, rebuild national unity, stabilise the polity, and restore economic prosperity. He…

As Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, prepares to address the nation today during a nationwide media chat to be aired on major national television stations on critical topical issues, a member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Adedeji Dhikrullahi Stanley Olajide, has reiterated his call on the governor to formally declare his interest in the 2027 presidential election, describing the time as ripe for decisive leadership anchored on proven performance. Hon. Olajide, who represents Ibadan North-West/Ibadan South-West federal constituency of Oyo state at the House of Representatives, made this known in a statement made available to newsmen by his…

Sokoto State first lady, Dr Fatima Ahmed Aliyu, has paid a working visit to NOMA Hospital to inspect the ongoing statewide free male circumcision programme, which she sponsored. About 500 males are benefitting from the scheme. Accompanied by the wives of senior state officials, the first lady was received by the hospital’s chief medical director, Dr Shafiu Isah, and his management team. The chief medical director briefed her on the programme’s operational readiness, reaffirming the institution’s commitment to upholding medical professionalism. Mrs Aliyu emphasised the initiative’s objective, stating, “The rationale for this intervention is to guarantee that no child in…

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery says it has commenced nationwide sale of premium motor spirit (PMS), also known as petrol, at N739 per litre across all MRS Oil Nigeria Plc filling stations. Dangote refinery said the move represents a significant milestone in its mission to deliver affordable petrol and stabilise Nigeria’s downstream petroleum market. The firm said with over 2,000 MRS stations nationwide, the new pricing is expected to be implemented across all outlets, ensuring that the benefits of the reduction reach consumers nationwide. “We commend MRS and other marketers who have demonstrated patriotism by reflecting the reduced price at the…

The Soun of Ogbomosoland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye, Orumogege III, has reiterated his commitment to the development of sports in Ogbomosoland, describing sports as a vital tool for youth engagement, unity and community development. The monarch made this known while speaking at the Oba Ghandi Golf Tournament and the finals of various sporting competitions organised as part of activities marking the 2025 Ogbomoso Cradles Carnival. Apart from officially teeing off the golf tournament at the Ogbomosoland Recreation Club, the foremost traditional ruler also participated in table tennis and scrabble, drawing admiration from participants and spectators. Addressing golfers…

Former presidential candidate, Gbenga Hashim, has paid a condolence visit to the family of late Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, a leader within the Tijaniyaa sufi order and one of the largest Islamic organizations in the world. The Ex Presidential Candidate, who shares the same birthday 28th June with the late cleric, spoke in Hausa, which he later translated. He said, Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi stood out in an era where religiosity is often divorced from godliness, noting that while many claim religious authority, few truly fear God. “Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi was not just a religious man; he was highly learned, informed,…