Time for Development: How Governor Okpebholo Can Bridge Edo’s Divides The Supreme Court’s final confirmation of Senator Monday Okpebholo as the duly elected Governor of Edo State following the contentious September 2024 election marks the conclusion of a long legal battle. While some may question the judgment, it is a significant milestone for many who…
2027: Alternative Above Criticism., Perspective Questions for the Coalition By Elempe Dele For the uninitiated, it will be a wholesale wrong to think I am dismissing the Coalition that has metamophosized into African Democratic Congress, ADC, with the sole aim of dislodging President Tinubu even when I have reservations about the hazy convocation. In any…
Maikaya: An ideal successor to protect Gov Sule’s name and legacy beyond 2027 – By Muhammed Khadijat Nasarawa State, located in North Central Nigeria, came into existence on 1 October 1996 through the efforts of General Sani Abacha’s government. The state was formed by separating the western part of the old Plateau State. Lafia serves…
The Man, Rt. Hon. Sheriff F.O. Oborevwori – By Festus Ahon “Great oaks,” it is often said, “grow from little acorns.” Though an age-old adage, it remains as true today as when it was first uttered. In the life and journey of Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, the Governor of Delta State, this wise saying finds…
Open Letter to Julius Abure and his Cohorts: A Call for Gratitude and Accountability, LP chieftain, Oluchi Oparah It is disheartening to address the unfounded allegations propagated by Alhaji Farouk Umar, former National Secretary of the Labour Party, on behalf of the ousted National Chairman, Barrister Julius Abure. In a recent statement, Umar accused Their…
Omo-Agege: Time to move on, APC’s train already left the terminus “A winner listens, a loser just waits until it is their time to talk” – Lazio Former Deputy Senate President, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege was a force to reckon with in the immediate past administration of President Muhammadu Buhari. As number six person in Nigeria,…
ROADS TO REBIRTH: How Governor Ododo is Leveraging Multilateral Partnership to Transform Road Infrastructure in Kogi State BY ISMAILA ISAH In a bold move to bridge gaps in Kogi State’s road infrastructure and position it as a model of sustainable development, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has embarked on an ambitious strategy of leveraging multilateral partnerships…
For The Beauty of Democracy, PDP Should Not Die Because Tomorrow is Another Day By Wilson Macaulay The recent wave of defections from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State has triggered a political earthquake that is both concerning and instructive. While it is undeniable that PDP, which…
One-Party System or Acceptance Speech? I think the destruction of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, started around 2022 to 2023 when Peter Obi left the party to join the Labour Party, LP, and PDP made the most fundamental mistake of its existence of fielding Atiku Abubakar when Nigerians, even PDP governors, and others had agreed…
Why Nasarawa APC May Favor Dr. Musa Maikaya, A Loyal Party Member and Exceptional Performer By: Prince Comr. (Amb) ASRI TOTO In the lead-up to the 2027 Nasarawa State governorship election, strong leadership and strategic vision are indeed critical for long-term success. His Excellency, Dr. Musa Muhammed Maikaya (Ciroman Toto), is recognized as a significant…