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Earlier today, the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Prof. Joash Amupitan SAN invited the Kabiru Turaki-led National Working Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party and some former members of our party who are claiming to be in different leadership positions in the party, to in his words “find a way to resolve the lingering crisis in the party”. Both sides exhaustively presented the facts of the situation and confirmed that the issues are now before the Court of Appeal. At the end, the INEC Chairman concluded that the meeting was called to hear from both sides, though…

The ancient town of Ogbomoso came alive on Thursday as drums rolled, dancers swayed and masquerades dazzled guests at the opening ceremony of the second edition of the Ogbomoso Cradles Carnival, formally ushering in days of cultural celebration, tourism and economic activities. The Palace of the Soun of Ogbomosoland and the Ogbomoso Town Hall were a beehive of activities as traditional drummers, cultural troupes and performers from across Ogbomosoland staged energetic displays showcasing the rich heritage, history and identity of the people. Before proceeding to the Town Hall, the Soun of Ogbomosoland, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye, Orumogege III, and…

Fatima Buhari, the daughter of the late Muhammadu Buhari, says that her father’s signature was forged on official documents during his presidency. Buhari’s daughter shared her account in ‘From Soldier to Statesman: The Legacy of Muhammadu Buhari’, a biography written by Charles Omole. Fatima, a forensic auditor, said she reviewed some documents and showed her father examples of fake signatures appended to his name. According to the book, she stated that others had raised similar concerns about the president’s signature being forged. Fatima, however, stated that forgery was not unique to the Buhari presidency, noting that previous administrations experienced similar…

The Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport in Ibadan has been cleared to commence flight operations. In a statement released by the Oyo State Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, upgrade on local flights was completed before October by the Seyi Makinde administration, but the Governor insisted on the formal issuance of the procedural Notice To All Air Missions (NOTAM) by the Aviation Authority before the Airport could be officially re-opened for flight operations. Oyelade said that the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), having satisfied itself that all professional requirements have been met by the state government, issued a NOTAM certificate…

The Special Assistant on Political Matters to the Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Hon. Ajagbe Yusuf Olatunji, has congratulated the Executive Chairman of Irepo Local Government, Hon. Tunde Taoreed Olayiwola (T.T.), on his birthday, praising his significant contributions to the development of Irepo through people-centered politics. He described Hon. TT as one of his mentor and leader In a media statement, Ajagbe noted that Hon. Olayiwola is a dedicated, and generous leader and kind hearted leader whose leadership has profoundly affected the lives of many. He highlighted the chairman’s inclusive governance style and direct engagement with the populace, which have…

Irepo Local Government, Oyo State – The Executive Chairman of Irepo Local Government, Honourable Tunde Taoheed Olayiwola, was celebrated on his birthday with warm and respectful felicitations from a prominent political figure in Hon. Najeem Omirinde, former Oyoruwassaa Chairman. The birthday message, which circulated widely on social media and through local communication channels, highlighted the deep respect and camaraderie shared between the two leaders. Hon Omirinde, a former political Oyo House of Assembly Member and immediate past chairman of Oyo State Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency, Oyo-Ruwassaa praised Olayiwola’s commitment to grassroots development, exemplary leadership, and dedication to the…

The Deputy Governor of Oyo State, His Excellency, Barrister Bayo Lawal, has extended warm felicitations to the Executive Chairman of Irepo Local Government, Hon. Tunde Taoheed Olayiwola aka TT, on the occasion of his birthday. In a congratulatory message released on Wednesday, the Deputy Governor lauded the Council Chairman for his dedication to public service and his commitment to the progress of the “Pacesetter State” at the local government level. Barrister Lawal described Hon. Olayiwola as a “seasoned political grassrooter” whose leadership has brought a fresh perspective to local administration. He noted that the Chairman has significantly transformed and…

Former presidential candidate, Dr. Gbenga Hashim, has declared that he is not intimidated by either legal or political manoeuvres aimed at weakening the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), insisting that Nigeria’s multiparty democracy is too deeply rooted to be destroyed. In a strongly worded statement, Hashim said he was “not intimidated by the legal and political subterfuges sponsored by the ruling APC”, stressing that no individual or party can monopolise power in Nigeria. According to him, Nigeria has historically embraced pluralism as a tool for managing its diversity, noting that the nation’s founding fathers deliberately chose a multiparty system at…

Stakeholders and leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Saki West Local Government Area gathered on Sunday to celebrate Barr. Sarafadeen Lateef, popularly known as Onijo, following his induction into the International Peace Institute and the Nigerian Institute of Chartered Arbitrators. The Saki West PDP, while organizing a reception in his honor at digital hall, recognized him as a proud and committed party member. Barr. Onijo was inducted into the Global Peace Hall of Fame as a Distinguished Fellow of the Institute of Global Peace and Conflict Management and certified as a member of the Nigerian Institute of Chartered…

The supreme court has upheld the president’s powers to declare a state of emergency in any part of the country to forestall a breakdown of law and order. The apex court also affirmed the president’s powers to suspend elected officials within a set timeframe. The ruling was premised on a suit filed by Adamawa state, in cahoots with 10 other Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)-led states, challenging the emergency rule declared by President Bola Tinubu in Rivers state in March. The president had suspended Siminalayi Fubara, governor of the state, his deputy, and lawmakers of the Rivers assembly for an initial…