Op-ed by Femi Adewole Dr. Paul Akintelure, a distinguished medical practitioner and community leader, was born in the vibrant town of Igbotako, Ondo State, Nigeria. His journey in education began at St. Anthony’s RCM School, Omotosho, in 1967. Following his family’s relocation, he continued his primary education at St. Pius Primary School, Igbotako, and excelled…
In a momentous announcement, the Ohanaeze Ndi Igbo, a highly influential Igbo socio-cultural group, has formally thrown its weight behind President Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, endorsing him as the favored presidential candidate. This endorsement, led by Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, the President General of Ohanaeze Ndi Igbo, marks a pivotal juncture in Igbo political dynamics. The proclamation…
In a bid to resolve the protracted political crisis in Rivers State, President Tinubu took on the role of a mediator, orchestrating a closed-door summit at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The summit aimed to defuse escalating tensions between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and former Governor Nyesom Wike, who currently serves as the FCT minister. Recognizing…
Governor Sim Fubara of [State Name] contemplated resigning from his position, according to statements from Sara-Igbe, the National Coordinator of the South-South Leadership Forum. This revelation unveils a behind-the-scenes power struggle, shedding light on the governor’s frustration over perceived constraints on his independence and control over state funds. Fubara’s dissatisfaction extended beyond political dynamics, as…
President Tinubu has recently issued a groundbreaking directive to the Ondo State House of Assembly, commanding the swift transfer of power to Deputy Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa. This unexpected development has created ripples across Ondo’s political arena, introducing a paradigm shift in leadership dynamics. The President’s call for an immediate and unconditional transfer, anchored in the…
Bode George, a prominent figure in the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), emphasized concerns over the Labour Party’s electoral viability. George asserted that the Labour Party lacks the necessary structure to succeed in national elections, describing it as a movement without a solid root. He urged former PDP member Peter Obi to reconsider his affiliation with…
Former spokesperson for Atiku Abubakar, Segun Showunmi, has criticized the ex-Vice President’s recent statement regarding political ambitions. Atiku Abubakar, a prominent Nigerian politician, declared that it is premature for anyone to announce their intention to run for political office while emphasizing the country’s ongoing challenges. This statement has sparked considerable debate within political circles and…
Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has fired back at Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate, for his criticism of the proposed N15.5 billion budget allocated for the construction of a new official residence for VP Shettima. Shettima, in a statement released by his media aide, Stanley Nkwocha, accused Obi of engaging in “armchair criticism”…
Senator Ali Ndume, the Chief Whip of the Senate, has taken a stance defending the rendition of President Bola Tinubu’s campaign tune during the presentation of the 2024 budget in the National Assembly. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Ndume the Chief Whip dismissed the controversy surrounding the incident, stating that while it might not…
Edo State Governor, Obaseki, has refrained from determining the fate of his deputy, Philip Shaibu, who recently declared his intention to run for the governorship seat. In an exclusive interview after a closed-door meeting, Obaseki emphasized that the decision lies with the millions of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) supporters in the state. This revelation adds…
