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29/03/2026

29/03/2026

Kwankwaso resigns from NNPP, cites ‘strategic realignment’

Former Kano State Governor and 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has resigned from the party with immediate effect.

Kwankwaso announced his decision in a statement, citing the need for “strategic realignment” in response to the evolving political landscape in the country.

29/03/2026

Pope Leo XIV Condemns Use Of God, Religion To Justify War As U.S.-Israel-Iran Conflict Intensifies

29/03/2026

𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕: 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐎𝐠𝐮𝐧 𝐀𝐏𝐂 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐀𝐟𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐆𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 '𝐘𝐚𝐲𝐢' 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫

As the countdown to the 2027 general elections begins, the political atmosphere in Ogun State is already heating up. For the All Progressives Congress (APC), the stakes have never been higher. While the party currently enjoys the incumbency at the state level, the internal dynamics ahead of the governorship race suggest a delicate crossroads. One thing is becoming increasingly clear: any strategic calculation that excludes Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, FCA (Yayi) from the ballot is a risk our party simply cannot afford.

This isn’t about political sentiment or the usual praise-singing; it is a cold, hard look at the reality on the ground. To ignore a candidate of Yayi’s stature, grassroots depth, and proven track record is to invite a strategic setback that could fracture the party’s foundation in our dear Gateway State.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐢𝐭𝐟𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐨𝐟 "𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐬 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠"
There are already whispers of "elite arrangements" and "consensus" being cooked in certain quarters. While consensus is a valid party tool, it only works when it aligns with the will of the rank and file. Any attempt to impose a candidate through the back door, ignoring the visible popularity of a frontrunner like Yayi, will backfire.

The APC leadership must remember that Ogun voters are sophisticated. You cannot "engineer" a candidate who lacks a natural connection with the streets and expect the same level of enthusiasm that a home-grown, grassroots-tested leader like Yayi commands.

𝐀 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐝 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐭𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟
On what basis does the party overlook a man whose legislative career is a masterclass in performance? From the Lagos State House of Assembly to the House of Representatives, and now as a powerhouse in the Nigerian Senate, Yayi has moved beyond being just a "politician" to becoming a "performer."

° Infrastructure & Education: His interventions in Ogun West and across the state are not hidden.

° Empowerment: Unlike those who wait for election year to distribute "stomach infrastructure," Yayi’s empowerment schemes for youths, artisans, and market women have been consistent and life-changing.

° Financial Expertise: In an era where states need creative economic management, his deep understanding of public finance is a critical asset.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 "𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞" 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞
In Ogun politics, you don’t build a formidable structure overnight. Yayi has spent years cultivating a network that cuts across every ward and local government. His influence isn't restricted to Ogun West or just the boardroom; it resonates with the Mama'loja in the markets of Ijebu Waterside, the youth on the street of Odeda, and the traditional institutions across the three senatorial districts.

If the APC sidelines such a massive mobilization machine, where will they find a replacement with the same reach and "street credibility" before 2027? Political structures are not bought; they are built through consistent engagement.

𝐋𝐨𝐲𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫
Furthermore, Yayi’s unwavering loyalty to the party and his alignment with the national leadership under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu cannot be ignored. At a time when the party needs total cohesion between the state and the center, Yayi represents a bridge of stability. He is a "party man" through and through, with the mobilization capacity to protect the President's interests in the Southwest.

° The Bottom Line: Ogun State is not a laboratory for political experiments or the imposition of unpopular "anointed" candidates. History has shown that internal dissatisfaction often leads to realignments that favor the opposition.

The choice before the Ogun APC leadership is simple: Do you go for political convenience or strategic wisdom? Do you choose a candidate who 𝘮𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘸𝘪𝘯, or the one who has already proven he 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘸𝘪𝘯?

If the goal is to retain Okemosan and strengthen the APC’s grip on Ogun State, then the party must follow the path of popularity and performance. That path is Senator Olamilekan Adeola (Yayi). Anything less is a gamble the party may deeply regret come 2027.

Dr. Oladipo Gbeminiyi, writing from Joga Orile in Yewa North Local Government area of Ogun State

29/03/2026

A critical look at the evolving political conversation around the future of Ogun State come 2027, one name continues to generate both debate and undeniable momentum: Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, FCA — popularly known as Yayi. Beyond the noise and political camps, a fundamental question remains for every well-meaning indigene and resident of Ogun State: Who has shown actual capacity, rather than just making promises?

​𝐀 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐝 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐬 𝐋𝐨𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐬
​In the short time representing Ogun West, Yayi has built a template for practical governance. His empowerment programs are structural, not cosmetic:

​35,000+ market men and women empowered with direct cash support to stabilize small businesses.

​50,000+ farmers supported with grants, equipment, and inputs to boost food production.

​50,000+ constituents trained through vocational and entrepreneurial initiatives.

​30,000+ youths equipped with ICT and high-demand technical skills.

​This isn't the politics of handouts; it is the economics of inclusion. By investing in people at this scale, he is building a grassroots economy from the bottom up.

​𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐍𝐞𝐠𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲
​For decades, Ogun West suffered from "developmental silence."
Today, that narrative has shifted:

​300+ infrastructure projects including roads, health centers, and electrification.

​100km+ road networks linking previously isolated communities.

​Massive provision of transformers and solar street lights to brighten towns.

​Education & Health: New classrooms, ICT centers, and modern health facilities across the district.

​Even critics admit that Ogun West is no longer where it used to be. Furthermore, these interventions aren't strictly limited by geography; evidence shows beneficiaries of his programs across Ogun Central and Ogun East. This reflects a state-builder mentality rather than a sectional agenda.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐞: 𝐀 𝐑𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐕𝐢𝐞𝐰
​To address the "elephant in the room"—the argument regarding his roots—we must be fair. Governance is a responsibility, not just a birthright. History shows that competence, exposure, and delivery matter more than a person's birthplace.

​Adeola’s journey from the Lagos legislature to the National Assembly has equipped him with:
1. ​Deep understanding of public finance and revenue generation.

2. ​Proven legislative experience at the highest levels.

3. ​National influence as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriations.

​This cross-state exposure is an advantage. Ogun State needs a governor who can open doors in Abuja, attract federal presence, and replicate successful revenue and developmental models.

​𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐝
​Ogun politics is rich with experienced figures—Senators, House of Representative Members, former commissioners, technocrats, and political heavyweights. However, a clear distinction exists.

Adeola combines grassroots connection, visible projects, a track record of mass empowerment, and fiscal experience. That balance is rare in the current political landscape.

𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬
Ogun State stands at a critical point. Our industrial potential is huge but underutilized. The next governor must think economically, empower people directly, and execute projects rather than just announcing them.
Supporting Yayi isn't about sentiment; it’s about the continuity of development and fairness to a region that has long yearned for inclusion. Ogun West has shown what is possible with the right leadership. The question is simple: Should that model remain local, or be scaled across the entire state?
2027 is not just another election. It is a decision about direction.

I am Dr. Oladipo Gbeminiyi, writing from Joga Orile, Yewa North LG of Ogun State.

03/10/2025

"Two people have been arrested over suspected immigration offences as a self-styled African tribe was evicted from a Scottish forest.

The group, who have named themselves the Kingdom of Kubala, have been living in woods in Jedburgh, near the border of England, since May.

After they were served with an eviction notice in August, as they were on private land, the trio last month moved their campsite over a fence to a neighbouring plot of land owned by the Scottish Borders Council.

The group is made up of Kofi Offeh, 36, who calls himself King Atehene, his wife Jean Gasho, 43, who calls herself Queen Nandi, and "handmaiden" Kaura Taylor, 21, who goes by the name of Asnat.

The members of the self-proclaimed "kingdom" have said they are reclaiming land that was stolen from their ancestors 400 years ago."

01/10/2025

South Africa's ambassador to France has been found dead at the foot of the Hyatt Regency hotel, a high-rise tower in Porte Maillot in the west of Paris, newspapers Le Parisien and Le Figaro reported on Tuesday.

01/10/2025

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01/10/2025

Nigeria’s 65th independence celebration will be without the usual parade after the event was canceled by the federal government. A statement issued by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation said the day is not only about ceremony, but also an opportunity for sober reflection and renewed patriotism. Since gaining independence from Britain in 1960, Nigeria has marked the anniversary with military parades, religious services and official addresses. Although there will not be a parade, authorities say all other events, including a presidential broadcast, cultural programs and a national campus debate, will still take place.

01/10/2025

Former Democratic Republic of Congo President Joseph Kabila has been sentenced to death in absentia for war crimes and treason by a military court in Kinshasa. His whereabouts remain unknown since he was last seen earlier this year in the rebel-held city of Goma. The court ordered his immediate arrest, also demanding $29 billion in damages to the DRC as well as $2 billion each to the North and South Kivu provinces. Kabila is accused of backing the Rwanda-linked M23 rebels, with President Felix Tshisekedi calling him the group's mastermind. The former leader, who ruled Congo for 18 years, has denied the charges, and has labeled Tshisekedi's government a dictatorship.

01/10/2025

Switzerland is set to return nearly $29 million to Equatorial Guinea after auctioning off luxury cars seized from the president’s son, Teodoro Nguema Obiang Mangue. Nguema Obiang Mangue, the son of the country’s current president — and also vice president — has been entangled in a case launched by the Geneva public prosecutor since 2016. A total of 25 luxury cars, including Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Bentleys, a Maserati and a McLaren were seized after prosecutors charged him with money laundering and misuse of public funds. According to the Swiss government, the repatriated funds, which will be strictly monitored, are expected to help improve both the quality and accessibility of healthcare services in the country.