President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has advised candidates aggrieved by the outcome of recent elections to explore legal channels if they believe there have been irregularities. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu made this statement during his congratulatory message to Monday Okpebholo, the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), following his victory in the senatorial by-elections. President…
Edo State Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, has accused Governor Godwin Obaseki of attempting to manipulate the upcoming elections by bringing in a staggering sum of 73 million naira to buy votes in his ward. The claim was made during a press briefing where Shaibu expressed concerns about the integrity of the electoral process in Edo…
Justice Inyang Ekwo of the Federal High Court in Abuja dismissed a lawsuit seeking the removal of Abdullahi Ganduje from his position as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The case, which has garnered widespread attention, was brought forth by aggrieved members of the party who questioned the legitimacy of Ganduje’s appointment,…
Senator Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) emerged victorious in the highly contested Edo State 2024 governorship election, securing 291,667 votes. His closest rival, Dr. Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), garnered 247,655 votes, trailing by 44,012 votes. The Labour Party’s candidate, Olumide Akpata, came in third with 22,763 Monday Okpebholo’s…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has reportedly thrown his weight behind the ongoing efforts to remove Umar Damagum from his position as the acting National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). According to sources within the party, Atiku Abubakar has been in contact with several members of the PDP National Working Committee (NWC) who…
Nigerian music sensation, Davido, has taken to social media to thank his fans for their unwavering support during his recent online rants. The popular Afrobeat star has been vocal on platforms like Twitter and Instagram, especially concerning the political atmosphere surrounding the Edo State gubernatorial election. His posts attracted widespread attention, stirring up conversation among…
In a heartfelt announcement, Nollywood star Ini Edo has officially shared the exciting news of her engagement, stirring joy among fans and well-wishers. The actress, known for her powerful performances and stunning beauty, took to her social media platforms to reveal her impending nuptials, sparking widespread excitement across Nigeria’s entertainment scene. This marks a new…
The political landscape of Edo State was thrown into turmoil following the announcement of governorship election results by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), hours before the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) could officially declare the outcome. According to Opitaglobalmedia, the constitutionally mandated body responsible for election results is INEC, as specified in the 2022 Electoral…
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have successfully intercepted an enormous consignment of opioids and cannabis, valued at a staggering N14.9 billion. This operation took place at the Tincan port complex in Lagos, where a total of 25 million pills of tapentadol, an opioid three times stronger than tramadol, were discovered alongside…
Seyi Tinubu, the son of Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, made a significant visit to Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, on a humanitarian mission. His visit aimed at providing relief to the victims of recent devastating floods that have ravaged parts of the region, leaving many families displaced and communities in distress. Seyi Tinubu’s…
