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The situation within the Federal University Ado-Ekiti has taken a different turn after the leadership of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Ekiti State Chapter, declared a State of Emergency over what it described as a move “to end impunity and restore integrity in FUOYE.” The NYCN in a letter dated 29th October 2025 and jointly signed by its Chairman, Amb. James Bankole and its General Secretary, Silas Olawale said “after exhausting all official channels,” including submission of “a detailed petition to the presidency, relevant ministries, and national anti-corruption and security agencies, exposing the corruption and moral decays threatening FUOYE,” it was time for a decisive action.  The NYCN Ekiti State Chapter said it will relocate its Operational Headquarters to FUOYE main campus from Monday 3rd of November, 2025, stage a daily peaceful mass protest until their “non-negotiable demands” are met. Their demands include the suspension of the University's Vice-Chancello...

The National Youths Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Ekiti State chapter, has petitioned President Bola Tinubu to order an immediate suspension of the ongoing Vice-Chancellorship process in the Federal University of Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE). The petition was titled: “Petition against ongoing administrative manipulation, corruption and abuse of due process in the appointment of a new Vice-Chancellor at the Federal University of Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE).” The NYCN said to be representing the collective voice and future of Nigerian students and youth appealed to President Tinubu who is also the Visitor to FUOYE to turn his attention to “the grave irregularities, corruption, and coordinated administrative abuse” in FUOYE. The petition which was jointly signed by the NYCN Ekiti State Chapter Chairman, Amb. James Bankole and its General Secretary, Oluwanifemi Olawale said FUOYE has “fallen into administrative darkness under the combined manipulation” of the Governing Council's Chairman, Senator Victor Ndoma...

Director General of the National Sports Commission, Hon. Bukola Olopade has emphasized that the strength of sports media remains central to unlocking Nigeria’s sports economy. Speaking at the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) 60th Diamond Anniversary Lecture themed “The Power of Sports Media: Honouring its Legacy, Shaping the Future,” Olopade described sports media as a catalyst for national economic advancement. He noted that every major economy that has successfully monetized sports, from the United States to South Africa, has done so through the power of strong media ecosystems. Broadcast rights, streaming, digital content creation, and storytelling, he said, have become major global revenue streams, and Nigeria must now position itself for that same transformation. Outlining strategies for achieving this goal, Olopade unveiled plans to establish Digital Sports Content Hubs that will connect federations, athletes, and sponsors. He also proposed media partnership framework...

By Fatima Bello Fresh facts have emerged on why the All Progressives Congress (APC) outrightly rejected overtures from Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State to join its ranks. The governor, it was gathered, has been branded a “political liability” whose entry would “spell doom” for the party’s prospects in the North-West ahead of the 2027 elections.  This firm stance comes amid a torrent of defections from the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), with key lawmakers, ward leaders, and even a gubernatorial-backed candidate abandoning ship, citing the governor’s “woeful failures” in governance as the primary catalyst. Sources close to the APC’s state and national leadership, speaking exclusively to Aljazirah on condition of anonymity, revealed that Governor Lawal’s repeated lobbying attempts – including a high-stakes meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Aso Rock Villa earlier this week – were met with outright dismissal.  “The governor’s administration has presided over un...

By Tope Musbau  There is heightened tension in the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara State, resulting from the feeling of foreboding failure, frustrations and despair.  While, many other States of the federation that are at the centre of governance are busy counting their gains and beating their chest believing that they will have a landslide victory in the forthcoming 2027 general elections, and indeed any other election,  party men and women of the APC family in Kwara State are hiding their faces in shame and despondency because the state governor, Gov AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has performed abysmally poor, and seems unredeemable, because he has earned for himself the unenviable reputation of a serial failure in Kwara state, even after spending seven solid years with nothing to show for it. Lean years of total governance failure, characterized by ineptitude and inability of his government to perform its basic functions, leading to a collapse of the rule of law, econ...

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State is reportedly preparing to meet with President Bola Tinubu today, fearing the loss of his re-election bid due to a mass defection of key Peoples Democratic Party members.  On Tuesday, he lost another PDP state House of Assembly member, Hon. Maharazu Salisu (representing Maradun II, also known locally as Hon. Faru), to the All Progressives Congress.  This follows a similar defection just one week ago, when another PDP candidate – on whom Lawal had reportedly spent over ₦4 billion during a by-election – also switched to the APC, citing poor governance and growing dissatisfaction among the masses with Lawal’s leadership. The governor now faces a hostile state assembly, where the APC already controls 13 out of 24 seats.  Sources say seven more PDP members are poised to defect, which would leave Lawal with only four loyalists – potentially paving the way for impeachment.  In a tense meeting with lawmakers on Monday, Lawal reportedly a...

Gentlemen of The Press. Our attention has been drawn to a false and malicious publication circulating on social media claiming that our Grand Patron, High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo (Tompolo), has issued a 21-day ultimatum to the Federal Government to release Nnamdi Kanu. The PBAT Door To Door Movement under the distinguished leadership of Tompolo wishes to state unequivocally that this baseless and malicious statement is the handiwork of jobless propagandists, merchants of fake news, fifth Columnist and agents of disunity seeking to sow tension and discredit the frantic effort of a patriotic enigma who has been an icon of peace, unity, National development, socio-economic and political diversity, regardless of tribal , religion, zonal or political affiliation. The recent involvement of Chief Tompolo in promoting the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu have sent a strong signal down the spines of the rebels, it's quite obvious they are not finding it easy! ...

By Silas Ajogwu  There are moments when public honours become mirrors that doesn’t reflect virtue but to magnify dissonance. Governor Dauda Lawal’s recent acclamation as “Governor of the Year” by Leadership newspapers should, in a sane political economy, invite sober celebration only if the facts on the ground corroborate the plaudits. But in Zamfara, where villages are sacked, whole communities flee in fear, educational system keep declining in the wake of violence, and mass abductions have become grim headlines, the award reads less like recognition than a rhetorical conjuring trick. The editorial board that printed the accolade owes Nigerians an apology for easily being misled: how did the red ink miss the echoes of wailings and the river  of bloods that flow through Zamfara today? Let us begin with the unassailable facts. Over the past months, and indeed years, Zamfara has been one of the epicentres of Nigeria’s northwestern security catastrophe. Evidently, reports from re...

By Idris Aminu Among the very few names that resonate very loudly and command profound respect in the politics of the ancient Caliphate is Rep. Ahmad Abdullahi Kalambaina, the distinguished Honourable Member representing Kware/Wamakko Federal Constituency with unwavering dedication and exceptional prowess. Known for his unparalleled grassroots mobilisation and far-reaching positive impact, Hon. Kalambaina is highly favoured and widely celebrated for his high-scale performance that touches directly and profoundly on the well-being, empowerment, and sustainable economic development of his constituents in every corner of the constituency. As the Deputy Chairman of the House Committee on Defence, Rep. Kalambaina has demonstrated rare, exemplary, and visionary parliamentary leadership, earning him the deepest respect, admiration, and unwavering loyalty of his peers, colleagues, and constituents alike. A true champion of constituency development and grassroots empowerment, Rep. Kalambaina’s ...

By Nnoli Okojie Four years ago, a quiet ceremony in Abuja marked the birth of a new institution. The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) was not launched with fanfare or fireworks—just a signed document, a handshake, and a promise to fix what had long been broken. From that modest beginning, under the steady hand of Engr. Gbenga Komolafe, appointed Chief Executive in October 2021, a regulator once seen as a mere successor to legacy bodies has emerged as the architect of Nigeria’s upstream renaissance. This is not a tale of slogans, but of systems rebuilt, revenues reclaimed, and a nation’s energy future reclaimed—one bold decision at a time. The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) stands as the apex regulatory agency established to oversee and supervise upstream petroleum operations in Nigeria, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and sustainable growth. Its broad Regulatory Action Plan (RAP) is meticulously focused on enhancing regulatory certai...

By Joseph Onwe A seasoned corporate administrator and banker, with high proficiency in computing and banking operations, Yazid Danfulani came fully to the limelight of public service as the Commissioner for Commerce and Industry in Zamfara State, under Governor Bello Matawalle, but not before serving in 2013 at the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), therefrom gaining profound experiences in banking operations. Born on 15th April 1986, in Gusau, Zamfara State, Danfulani attended Dan Turai Primary School and Therbow Secondary School, from where he later obtained a degree in Business Administration and a Master’s degree in Arts and Management from the University of Hertfordshire, UK. On May 21, 2025, Danfulani was appointed as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Agricultural Insurance Corporation (NAIC) for an initial term of four years by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Before this prestigious and well-deserved appointment, Danfulani founded and served as president of ...

The Northern Ambassadors for Renewed Hope, a powerful coalition representing the collective aspirations of the 19 northern states, has endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the 2027 presidential election. With a membership exceeding one million, the group announced its resolute support during a landmark press conference in Abuja, signalling robust regional backing for Tinubu’s transformative leadership and his Renewed Hope Agenda. Adding further weight to the declaration, the coalition appointed Bello Matawalle, the Minister of State for Defence, as its Grand Patron, recognising his instrumental role in advancing security and youth welfare in the North. The coalition praised President Tinubu’s commitment to Nigeria’s progress, particularly his focus on economic revitalisation, infrastructural development, and national unity. “President Tinubu has shown remarkable vision in steering Nigeria toward prosperity,” said Comrade Usman Musa, National Coordinator of the Northern Ambassadors ...

 The Parliamentary Watch Initiative (PWI), a non-partisan civil society organization dedicated to promoting legislative excellence and accountability in Nigeria, has commended three standout senators for their exemplary delivery on constituency projects and national reforms during the 10th National Assembly. The PWI hailed Senators Asuquo Ekpenyong (Cross River South), Sani Musa (Niger East), and Ipalibo Banigo (Rivers West) as “trailblazers and seasoned leaders who embody the Renewed Hope agenda through tangible impacts on their constituents and the broader federation.” In a statement signed by Comrade Tanko Yerima, Executive Director of PWI, the group praised Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong, Chairman of the Senate Committee on the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), as a beacon of grassroots innovation since his inauguration in June 2023. According to Yerima, his portfolio boasts the installation of 6,870 solar-powered streetlights across 156 locations, enhancing nighttime s...

  By Michael Ado   To still state that President Tinubu’s reform programs are working in all sectors is overemphasizing realities. To add that they are positively impacting the everyday life of the citizens and residents of the country is an understatement.   Truth is, however, that there is need for sectoral analysis for a point-by-point understanding of the impact of the Renewed Hope initiatives. Through that, citizens and even the international community can better appreciate what is happening in Nigeria, and the point-men who are making those things happen. The Nigerian civil aviation corridor has suffered years of neglect, leading to a comatose state.   The long-standing infrastructural decay and systemic neglect, occasioned by endemic and widespread corruption and abuse, rendered the civil aviation compliant to numerous sectoral dysfunctions. Some of the identified challenges, which otherwise negatively impacted the growth of the sector, limiting safety and its...

By Joseph Onwe Nigeria is experiencing rapid change anchored on the Renewed Hope Initiatives of the transformational leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Associated with the pragmatic leadership which is bringing about systemic and generalized changes in all facets of national life and all sectors of the economy, is the superlative positive volte-face experienced at the Nigeria Ports Authority (NPA), under the distinguished visionary directives of Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho. Surmounting several challenges, which before now militated against the overall efficiency and competitiveness of Nigerian ports, consequently resulting in a decline in trade and economic growth, notably infrastructural deficits due to aging port infrastructure and inadequate facilities, traffic congestion and gridlock on the main access roads leading to the ports, and inadequate truck handling systems leading to delays and increased costs, and a growing endemic corruption and inefficiency, with the poor management...