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By Sola Ojewusi As the political horizon gradually shifts toward the January 2027 governorship election in Lagos State, one reality is becoming increasingly difficult to ignore: the emergence of the formidable alliance between Kadri Obafemi Hamzat and Ayo Gbeleyi may have fundamentally altered the political equation in Nigeria’s commercial capital. For many political observers, party strategists, and governance analysts, the verdict appears almost unanimous — this looks like an unbeatable duo. The ruling All Progressives Congress, already deeply entrenched in Lagos politics since 1999, seems to have assembled a ticket designed not merely to win an election, but to reinforce…

By Peter Omopo Lagos State governorship aspirant, Samuel Ajose, has withdrawn from the All Progressives Congress governorship race and declared support for Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat ahead of the party’s primary election. Ajose announced his decision during a meeting with his campaign coordinators in Victoria Island, Lagos, following consultations with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Hamzat. Addressing supporters, Ajose said discussions with party leaders produced an outcome he described as favourable to members of his political structure and supporters across the state. “I had a meeting with the governor of Lagos State. I had a meeting with Dr. Hamzat. And they…

By Peter Omopo Former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, has been arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission over his conviction in connection with fraud linked to the Mambilla Power Project. Mamman was reportedly arrested in Rigasa, Kaduna State, during an operation carried out by operatives of the anti-graft agency in the early hours of Tuesday. The former minister had earlier been convicted by a Federal High Court in Abuja and sentenced in absentia to 75 years imprisonment over fraud allegations surrounding the execution of the Mambilla Power Project. According to the EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, Mamman was apprehended…

By Peter Omopo Former Delta State Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, has emerged winner of the All Progressives Congress senatorial primary election for Delta North, defeating incumbent senator, Ned Nwoko. Okowa secured 113,309 votes in the exercise, while Nwoko polled 2,612 votes. In Delta Central Senatorial District, incumbent senator, Ede Dafinone, recorded a landslide victory over former Deputy Senate President, Ovie Omo-Agege, during the APC senatorial primary election. The direct primary election, conducted under the Option A4 system across the eight local government areas of the district, reportedly witnessed massive participation by party members and was described by party officials as peaceful,…

By Peter Omopo President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has condemned the killing of one of the teachers abducted during an attack on schools in Esiele community, Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, describing the act as barbaric. The President also assured Nigerians that security agencies were intensifying efforts to rescue the remaining victims and apprehend those responsible for the attack. Gunmen had invaded the Esiele community last Friday, abducting staff, students and pupils from Community Grammar School, Baptist Nursery and Primary School, and L.A. Primary School. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga,…

By Peter Omopo Arsenal F.C. moved a step closer to ending their 22-year wait for the Premier League title after securing a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Burnley F.C. at the Emirates Stadium on Monday night. A first-half header from Kai Havertz proved decisive as Mikel Arteta’s side extended their lead at the top of the table to five points ahead of reigning champions Manchester City F.C.. Arsenal could clinch the Premier League title as early as Tuesday if Manchester City fail to defeat AFC Bournemouth. Even if City win their remaining matches, the Gunners would still secure the title with…

By Peter Omopo Former Kaduna State Governor Ramalan Yero, former senator Shehu Sani and Senator Sunday Katung have emerged winners of the All Progressives Congress senatorial primaries in Kaduna State ahead of the 2027 general elections. Yero clinched the APC ticket for Kaduna North Senatorial District after polling 6,060 votes to defeat Muazu Mukaddas and Engineer Bala Ikara. In Kaduna Central Senatorial District, Shehu Sani secured victory with 9,105 votes, defeating Yusuf Zailani and Shettima Yerima, who had earlier withdrawn from the race. Speaking with journalists after the exercise, Shehu Sani expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Kaduna…

By Peter Omopo The African Democratic Congress has commenced the screening of governorship aspirants ahead of its primaries for forthcoming governorship elections, with more than 70 aspirants screened on the first day of the exercise. The party’s Deputy National Publicity Secretary, Queen Okiyi, disclosed this while briefing journalists in Abuja on Monday. Okiyi said the screening exercise progressed smoothly, with two separate panels attending to 35 aspirants each. According to her, over 100 governorship aspirants from states scheduled to conduct elections are expected to participate in the process. She noted that the screening would continue on Tuesday to accommodate the…

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo “Omi lo danu, agbe kò fọ” …. the water may have spilt, but the calabash remains whole. Life sometimes brings loss, disappointment, or moments that shake us, but not every setback is destruction. As long as your spirit, faith, and strength remain intact, hope is still alive. Cry if you must, rest if you need to, but remember: what truly carries you has not broken. Agbe kò fọ… the vessel still stands, and so will you. ADT Cares

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo Growing older is a blessing, but true honour comes from integrity, wisdom, and kindness. An elder who walks with malice or unfairness eventually loses the respect age should naturally command. As the Yoruba proverb says, “Agbalagba se inú kòdòrò, ó sọ òórùn ìdí rẹ̀ di àfihàn” …hidden flaws are exposed when the heart is crooked. Let every elder lead with fairness and compassion because character, not age alone, is what earns lasting respect. ADT Cares