In a historic transition of power, Lucky Aiyedatiwa has been officially sworn in as the Governor of Ondo State, marking the commencement of his first full four-year term. The inauguration ceremony, held at the Ondo State Sports Complex in Akure on Monday, was a moment of both celebration and reflection for the people of theContinueContinue reading “Lucky Aiyedatiwa Sworn In as Ondo State Governor, Pledges Progressive Leadership”
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Osun LG Elections: Adeleke Swears In PDP Chairmen Amidst APC’s Resistance, AAC Calls for Cancellation
The political landscape in Osun State has been thrown into fresh turmoil as Governor Ademola Adeleke officially swore in newly elected local government chairmen and councillors across the state, following the controversial February 22, 2025, elections.The swearing-in ceremony, currently ongoing, has drawn high-profile political figures, including Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and Bauchi State GovernorContinueContinue reading “Osun LG Elections: Adeleke Swears In PDP Chairmen Amidst APC’s Resistance, AAC Calls for Cancellation”
Osun Council Poll: PDP Sweeps All 30 LGAs Amid Controversy, Violence, and Defiance
In a dramatic and defiant electoral showdown, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has secured a landslide victory, sweeping all 30 local government areas (LGAs) in Osun State. The announcement was made on Saturday by the Chairman of the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC), Hashim Abioye, despite mounting opposition from security agencies and the federalContinueContinue reading “Osun Council Poll: PDP Sweeps All 30 LGAs Amid Controversy, Violence, and Defiance”
Osun LG Poll Crisis: Police Seal OSSIEC Headquarters, Arrest Electoral Officials
Tension gripped Osun State on Saturday as the Nigeria Police Force allegedly disrupted the local government elections, sealing the headquarters of the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC) and arresting several staff members on election duty across the state.The Chairman of OSSIEC, Hashim Abioye, made this startling revelation in a statement posted on the commission’sContinueContinue reading “Osun LG Poll Crisis: Police Seal OSSIEC Headquarters, Arrest Electoral Officials”
Adeleke Defies Controversy, Casts Vote, and Rallies Osun Residents for LG Elections
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has cast his vote in the highly contentious local government elections, brushing aside opposition from the federal government, security agencies, and the All Progressives Congress (APC). The polls, marred by legal and security concerns, have drawn intense scrutiny from political stakeholders.Adeleke exercised his franchise at precisely 7:56 a.m. at UnitContinueContinue reading “Adeleke Defies Controversy, Casts Vote, and Rallies Osun Residents for LG Elections”
Edo Election Tribunal: APC Abruptly Closes Case as Proceedings Adjourned
In a dramatic turn of events, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has unexpectedly closed its defense in the ongoing Edo State governorship election tribunal, leaving political observers speculating on the party’s strategy.The APC, which had initially lined up 28 witnesses to solidify its defense of Governor Monday Okpebholo’s victory in the September 21, 2024 election,ContinueContinue reading “Edo Election Tribunal: APC Abruptly Closes Case as Proceedings Adjourned”
Edo Election Tribunal: Gov. Okpebholo Closes Case After Lone Witness Admits Overvoting
In a dramatic turn at the Edo Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, Governor Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) opted for an unusual legal strategy—calling only one witness before abruptly closing his defence.Okpebholo’s legal team, led by Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) Onyechi Ikpeazu, opened and closed its case on Monday with the testimonyContinueContinue reading “Edo Election Tribunal: Gov. Okpebholo Closes Case After Lone Witness Admits Overvoting”
Edo Governorship Tribunal: INEC Abruptly Closes Defence, Fails to Present Witnesses
In a surprising turn of events, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has failed to present witnesses before the Edo State Election Petition Tribunal in Abuja, abruptly closing its defence in the ongoing legal battle over the September 21 governorship election.At the tribunal’s resumed sitting on Thursday, INEC, which had earlier assured the panel ofContinueContinue reading “Edo Governorship Tribunal: INEC Abruptly Closes Defence, Fails to Present Witnesses”
Unmasking the Rig: How Malpractice and Flaws Allegedly Tainted Edo Governorship Election in Favor of APC
The Edo State governorship election held on September 21, 2024, was billed as a showcase of democracy, with claims of peace and transparency. However, emerging evidence suggests the exercise may have been compromised, raising troubling questions about its credibility and the neutrality of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).Despite assurances from the authorities that theContinueContinue reading “Unmasking the Rig: How Malpractice and Flaws Allegedly Tainted Edo Governorship Election in Favor of APC”
“Governor Abba Yusuf Kabir Votes in Kano’s Local Elections, Applauds Peaceful Process”
In a show of civic responsibility and leadership, Governor Abba Yusuf Kabir of Kano State took to his official X (formerly Twitter) account today to announce that he had successfully cast his vote in the highly anticipated local government elections. The Governor exercised his democratic right at his designated polling station in Chiranchi, Diso Ward,ContinueContinue reading ““Governor Abba Yusuf Kabir Votes in Kano’s Local Elections, Applauds Peaceful Process””
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