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By Peter Omopo The Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress has elected former Deputy Governor Moses Adeyemo as its new chairman. Adeyemo emerged as the consensus candidate at the party’s state congress held at Liberty Stadium, Oke-Ado, Ibadan. His adoption followed the completion of ward and local government congresses across the state. The congress was attended by party leaders and delegates drawn from the 33 local government areas of Oyo State. Chairman of the Congress Committee, Fatai Ibikunle, stated that the exercise was conducted in line with the party’s constitution and established guidelines. Speaking at the event, the…

By Our Correspondent  Umuahia, Abia State – Don Media Group has defended its journalist following Governor Alex Otti’s sharp reaction to a question posed during his monthly media chat, describing attempts to politicize the exchange as unwarranted and misleading. The controversy arose when Chika Nwabueze, a journalist with Don Media Group, asked the governor to provide verifiable data showing how his administration’s policies have directly improved the standard of living of Abia residents. “Your Excellency, your administration has received praise for infrastructure projects and reforms, but critics say transparency and inclusive governance need improvement. Can you provide verifiable data showing…

By Peter Omopo Dangote Industries Limited has cautioned the public over increasing cases of impersonation and fraudulent activities by individuals falsely claiming to represent the company, its executives and members of the Dangote family. In a statement released on Tuesday via its official X account, the company said it had become aware of rising incidents involving fake investment offers, business proposals, charity solicitations and employment promises designed to defraud unsuspecting members of the public. The company stated that neither Dangote Industries Limited nor its Group President, Aliko Dangote, or any executive initiates contact with individuals through social media platforms for…

By Peter Omopo The United Arab Emirates has announced that its air defence systems intercepted the majority of ballistic missiles and drones launched toward its territory during ongoing hostilities with Iran, describing the attack as a serious escalation threatening regional stability. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the UAE Ministry of Defence said that since the start of the assault, 137 ballistic missiles were detected, with 132 successfully destroyed while five fell into the sea. The Ministry also disclosed that 209 drones were identified, of which 195 were intercepted. According to the statement, 14 drones landed within the country’s territory…

By Peter Omopo The United Kingdom will deploy the Royal Navy warship HMS Dragon to the Mediterranean to strengthen security around RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus as tensions escalate in the Middle East. Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the move following concerns raised by the Cypriot government over air defence capabilities as the regional conflict intensifies. He confirmed that the Type 45 destroyer would be sent to the region and that additional helicopters equipped with counter-drone capabilities would also be deployed. The decision comes a day after a drone struck the runway at RAF Akrotiri, causing what the Ministry of Defence…

By Peter Omopo President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has received the All Progressives Congress governorship candidate in Osun State, Asiwaju Bola Oyebamiji, at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa ahead of the commencement of campaigns for the August 15, 2026 election. Oyebamiji disclosed that he met with the President alongside the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola. He said the meeting was focused on preparations for the forthcoming governorship poll and expressed confidence in securing victory. According to him, the visit provided an opportunity to appreciate the President for his leadership and commitment to progressive governance. He added that he…

By Peter Omopo Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has submitted three nominees to the Adamawa State House of Assembly for confirmation as commissioners, following recent resignations within the State Executive Council. The move comes days after the resignation of the Commissioner for Works and Energy Development, Adamu Atiku Abubakar. Abubakar stepped down after reportedly declining to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), a move taken by several members of the administration. The governor forwarded the names of Sali Idris from Maiha Local Government Area, Muhammed Suleiman from Mubi North Local Government Area, and Chubado Mohammed…

By Peter Omopo The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has congratulated the newly elected executives of the All Progressives Congress in Lagos State following the party’s 2026 State Congress. The congress, held on March 3 at the Mobolaji Johnson Stadium on Lagos Island, produced a new set of executives, with Cornelius Ojelabi re-elected as the state chairman. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Dave Agboola, Obasa commended the peaceful and transparent conduct of the exercise. He described Ojelabi’s re-election as a demonstration of the confidence and trust party members have in his…

By Peter Omopo The National Working Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party has set up a 12-member caretaker committee to oversee the affairs of the party in Adamawa State following the resignation of the former state chairman, Hamza Bello, and other members of the state executive. The caretaker committee, which has a 30-day mandate, is chaired by Engr. Belmon Dogo, with Shekarau Yerima serving as secretary. The development comes after the mass resignation of the state party leadership, who later defected to the All Progressives Congress. Addressing journalists at the party secretariat in Yola, Dogo called for unity among party…

By Peter Omopo President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated Taiwo Oyedele as Minister of State for Finance, replacing Doris Anite-Uzoka. The President has forwarded Oyedele’s nomination to the Senate for confirmation in a letter addressed to Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Following the reshuffle, Anite-Uzoka has been redeployed to the Ministry of Budget and National Planning as Minister of State, marking her third portfolio under the current administration. Before his nomination, Oyedele served as Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, where he led efforts to overhaul Nigeria’s tax system. Oyedele, an indigene of Ikaram in Akoko,…