Akindele ran as a deputy governor with Jandor under the PDP in the 2023 elections but lost to incumbent governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of the APC. Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele says joining politics made her bolder, smarter, and more aware of how leadership and governance work in Nigeria. At the recent #WithChude Live talk…
The NLC chairman also lauded the governor’s consistent payment of salaries and pensions. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Kano State Chapter, has endorsed Governor Abba Yusuf for a second term in office, hailing his administration’s commitment to the welfare of workers and retirees. The endorsement was given during the 2025 International Workers’ Day celebration held…
Australia’s ruling Labour Party has announced plans to raise international student visa fees to A$2,000 if returned to office, as part of a broader strategy to manage immigration and generate revenue from the country’s booming education sector, Reuters reported on Monday. The proposed increase, up from the current A$1,600, is expected to generate A$760 million…
The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has faulted former Anambra State governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, over comments he made about Nigeria during a recent appearance at Johns Hopkins University in the United States. Sanwo-Olu, in a statement on Sunday, accused Obi of making “disparaging comments” about the country, saying prominent Nigerians…
Association of Local Government of Nigeria, ALGON, Osun state has declared their full support for Governor Ademola Adeleke, while pledging to rally behind the Governor for second term in office. According to a communique issued by the association on Saturday, signed by Hon. Sarafadeen Abiodun Awotunde, State ALGON Chairman emphasized that all the chairmen in…
By Tomi Lala The Peoples Democratic Party Governors’ Forum (PDPGF) has condemned the bad state of insecurity across the country, while pledging to take legal action against the recent declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. This was contained in a communique issued by the Forum, signed by Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, Governor…
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dele Momodu, has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, describing it as “anti-democratic”. In a move that was greeted with backlash, Tinubu suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy Ngozi Odu, and the Rivers State House of Assembly for six months…
By Comrade Samakin Abdul-Jeleel Abiodun Governor Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke has redefined governance in Osun State, proving himself as a true leader committed to the development and well-being of the people. His remarkable achievements across various sectors have not only earned him high ratings but have also won the trust and support of residents across…
The Coalition for Democracy and Grassroots Governance (CDGG) condemns in the strongest terms today’s statement issued by the Headquarters of the Nigeria Police Force, claiming that purported credible intelligence indicates a high likelihood of violence and significant security threats should the planned Local Government elections proceed in Osun State. This statement is nothing but the…
Leaders and Executive members of People’s Democratic Party in Ife Area office, Modakeke has endorsed Governor Ademola Adeleke for second term in office as Governor of Osun State. This is also as Hon Niyi Odeyemi extends hiss philanthropist gesture to the Party Executives and members of the 3 wards in the area office. Hon. Niyi…
