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In a significant move towards ensuring a peaceful governorship election in Ondo State, 18 political parties have signed a peace accord, pledging to support a violence-free election and to accept the results if deemed free and fair. The chairman of the National Peace Committee, General Abdulsalam Abubakar, called on all candidates to uphold democratic principles,…

A former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sule Lamido, has attributed the ongoing challenges facing his party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), partly to the repercussions of divisions among northern leaders in 2007. Lamido, who has been a long-standing member of the PDP since its inception, was asked in a recent interview why he remained loyal…

Yoruba Progressive (YP) has expanded its successful interest-free microcredit scheme, disbursing a fresh round of loans worth at least N5,000,000.00 to small-scale traders across Southwest Nigeria. The program, which specifically targets women and youth entrepreneurs, continues to strengthen its mission of liberating local traders from predatory lending practices. The initiative, which has already benefited nearly…

A former member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Kabiru Yahaya Classic, has announced his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Classic made the announcement on Thursday after holding a meeting with the Zamfara State APC Chairman, Alhaji Tukur Danfulani, the Chairman of the Senator Abdulaziz Yari Political…

.. The Ondo state governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has assured the people of the state that his administration would continue work on the proposed Deep Seaport project in Ilaje Local Government Area. Aiyedatiwa, who is the standard bearer of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the November 16 gubernatorial election in the state, gave the…

Former Governor of Jigawa State, Sule Lamido, acknowledged that President Bola Tinubu’s political journey differs from that of his predecessors. According to the former Minister of Foreign Affairs, the likes of Johnson Aguiyi-Ironsi, Murtala Muhammed, Olusegun Obasanjo and Muhammadu Buhari were shaped more by the institutions and constituencies that backed them rather than their own…

Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has categorically denied allegations of a conflict with his political mentor and the leader of the Kwankwasiyya movement, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso. Yusuf also described a political group – “Abba Tsaya da Kafarka” (meaning “Abba, stand on your own”), which was formed to encourage him to make decisions independently…

.. Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti has said he remains a member of the Labour Party despite the party not winning any local government seat in the just concluded council elections. Governor Otti stated this during the monthly media parley held at government house in Umuahia on Thursday night. In his words: “I…

The Governor of Abia State, Alex Otti has disclosed that he authorised his supporters to join the party they like for the local government election in the state. He explained that despite his directive, he remains a Labour Party member (LP). Otti stated this during the November edition of his monthly media chat with newsmen,…

Thirty-two states in Nigeria owed a total of N933.32bn to contractors and retirees in 2023. According to findings, which is based on an analysis of data from the 2024 State of States report by BudgIT, a Nigerian civic organisation that focuses on promoting transparency, accountability, and effective governance, The 32 states with liabilities to contractors…

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde and former Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki have called on chieftains of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to prioritize unity and prevent individual presidential ambitions from fracturing the party. The appeal was made during the official inauguration of the Board of Governors and the unveiling of the roadmap for the…

.. The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has disclaimed a video of adulterated Premium Motor Spirit allegedly purchased from its stations. The company issued the disclaimer after investigating the claims made in a viral video. In a statement on Thursday titled, ‘NNPC Ltd Disclaims Video of Adulterated Fuel Sold in Bottles, Jerrycans,’ the state-owned…

The Governor of Anambra State, Chukwuma Soludo, has said that Nigeria is currently going through a disruptive reset due to the removal of subsidies by President Bola Tinubu. Soludo emphasized the importance to transition from subsidies, which largely benefits the elite, to a productive social contract that creates opportunities for all. He shared his thoughts…

.. Africhange, a cross-border remittance service provider has announced that its Nigerian subsidiary, Currenzo, has secured the International Money Transfer Operator [IMTO] licence from the Central Bank of Nigeria [CBN]. This new licence enables Africhange to manage direct inward remittances to Nigeria, enhancing its service for immigrants and diaspora communities sending funds home. Nigeria…

The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has vowed not to pollute the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) He urged stakeholders of the PDP to unite and rebuild the party to better serve Nigeria. Makinde made the plea during the inauguration of the Board of Governors of the Peoples Democratic Institute (PDI) in Abuja on Thursday.…

.. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), in its recent FAOSTAT report, said the global share of employment in Agrifood Systems (AFS) has decreased significantly. According to the report, employment in agriculture, forestry, and fishing decreased from 1 billion people in 2000 to 892 million in 2022. The UN body…

Globacom has announced the appointment of telecom veteran Ahmad Farroukh as its new chief executive officer. The telecoms firm said the appointment aims to strengthen the company’s corporate governance and operational performance, aligning with the Nigerian Communications Commission’s (NCC) recent drive for improved governance standards within the telecom industry. Farroukh brings over two decades of…

.. The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Ogun Osun River Basin Development Authority, Dr Adedeji Ashiru, has announced the establishment of 84 greenhouses in the Southwest to address food insecurity. This is as Ashiru said a contract to construct seven dams in the Ekiti State, Lagos State, Ogun State, Ondo State,…

.. The National Chairman Independence National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, has said the commission has accredited 111 domestic and international organisations for the Ondo State governorship election. INEC will also deploy 3,554 observers for the November 15 election. Yakubu disclosed this on Thursday in Akure,the Ondo State capital, during a stakeholders’ meeting…

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Mahmood Yakubu has warned staff of the electoral body that dereliction of duty will not be tolerated in the upcoming Ondo State Gubernatorials. Yakubu gave the warning on Thursday at the stakeholders’ meeting on the Ondo State governorship election held at the International Culture Centre in…