The Governor of Adamawa State, Ahamadu Finitiri, has extended his congratulations to Nyesom Wike on his recent appointment as the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. This move, however, has raised eyebrows and led to speculations about a potential schism within the ranks of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), as Finitiri’s public endorsement of Wike seems to signal a shift away from his earlier association with former vce President Atiku Abubakar, a key figure in the PDP. Governor Finitiri’s congratulatory message to Wike comes in the wake of the latter’s successful Senate screening and subsequent elevation to the coveted…
Author: Victor Fola
Concerns and criticisms have continued to trail Dino Melaye and his political bid to become the next Governor of Kogi State. Melaye’s campaign recently caught the attention of citizens who expressed skepticism about his suitability for the role. Commenting on a social media post regarding Melaye’s campaign, one user dismissed him, stating, “Like you have anything better to offer. Are you not the same person that misappropriated the initiative money you received from the West? Weren’t you a senator for several years before they chased you? Aside from the questionable pako bridge you built, what else did you accomplish, Mr.…
Economic experts have hailed the discretion of President Bola Tinubu to establish the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy in what is an resounding demonstration of his commitment to tapping into Nigeria’s vast oceanic resources for economic growth. With this strategic decision, the President yet again showed a keen understanding of modern economies and the potential of the blue economy sector. The significance of this development is not lost on industry observers. The creation of a dedicated ministry highlights the importance of coordinating efforts and maximizing the potential of the blue economy. Historically, Nigeria has underutilized its expansive maritime resources…
Peter Obi supporters popularly known as Obidients have taken to social media to express their discontent with Labour Party Chairman Julius Abure. They voiced their opposition to any attempts at candidate imposition and emphasized their commitment to upholding the party’s democratic values. Labour Party Chairman Julius Abure, accompanied by several members of the National Working Committee (NWC), received Hon. Lucky Ehis Obiyan at the LP headquarters. Obiyan expressed his interest in utilizing the party’s platform to contest the 2024 Edo State governorship. One prominent party member, FS Yusuf, who is also a member of the #ObiDatti Presidential Campaign, questioned the…
The Osun chapter of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has come under scrutiny for its lack of gender sensitivity, as revealed by a disturbing statisical breakdown. An investigation into the party’s structure and composition has revealed a glaring gender imbalance that has sparked concern amongst advocates for increased female representation in Nigerian politics. A comprehensive analysis of the party’s hierarchy and elected officials paints a disheartening picture. Notably, out of the three senators representing the state, not a single one is a woman. The House of Representatives fares no better, with nine members representing Osun, all of whom are men.…
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has been accused by the Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) of withholding bags of rice sent by the Federal Government as palliatives to help mitigate the impact of fuel subsidy removal on the citizens. The party claims that the consignment had been received by Adeleke from the FG twelve days prior to Thursday but had not been distributed to the people. The APC alleged that five trailer-loads of rice along with other items, allocated to Osun as part of the people’s palliatives to alleviate the effects of fuel subsidy removal, had…
Tobi Amusan, the world champion and world record holder in the 100m hurdles, has been cleared to race at this month’s world championships after a case of missing drug tests. A disciplinary tribunal found that Amusan did not commit an anti-doping rule violation and her provisional suspension was lifted with immediate effect, according to the Athletics Integrity Unit, which handles doping cases in track and field. “AIU Head Brett Clothier has indicated the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) is disappointed by this decision and will review the reasoning in detail before deciding whether to exercise its right of appeal to the…
The Federal Government has approved N5bn for each state and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to enable them to procure food items for distribution to the poor in their respective states. Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State disclosed this at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, shortly after the National Economic Council (NEC) meeting. Thursday’s development comes in the wake of the hike in the cost of food items, and petroleum owing to the removal of subsidy on the commodity. In addition to the fund, Zulum said the Federal Government also released five trucks of rice each to the 36 state governors.…
The inauguration of the Local Government caretaker committee in Osun State was marred by protests on Wednesday, as aggrieved members of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) demonstrated their displeasure against an alleged imposition. The demonstrators simultaneously gathered in Osogbo, the state capital, and Ede, Governor Ademola Adeleke’s hometown, while the ceremony took place at the government office in Abere, Osogbo. In Osogbo West Local Government, supporters of Chairmanship aspirant Segun Akeju took to the streets to express their dissatisfaction over his alleged removal from the appointed caretaker chairmen list. Carrying placards with inscriptions such as “No Akeju, no chairman” and…
Governor Ademola Adeleke has been accused of tampering with the Local Government (LG) system in Osun after being reported to have sent a list of chairmen and members nominees to the state assembly. Reports claimed that the governor sent a list of LGA Chairmen to the assembly and they underwent screening within a 24-hour period. The grouse in the public regarding the situation is the complete absence of public knowledge as to whom the individuals being screened are as their identities have been kept under wraps. Meanwhile, a few days ago, speculation had been widespread regarding the commencement of the…