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Daud Olatunji In a bid to strengthen Nigeria’s democratic process, the Transition Monitoring Group (TMG) has undertaken a comprehensive observation effort for the off-season gubernatorial elections in Bayelsa, Imo, and Kogi. TMG said the elections  held on Saturday, November 11, 2023, mark significant milestones in Nigeria’s electoral calendar. The group in the statement issued by Chairman, Transitional Monitoring Group, Auwal Musa, said that as  part of its mandate, TMG established the Election Situation Analysis Centre (ESAC), utilizing advanced information and communication technologies (ICTs) to receive, process, and analyze citizen observer reports from the affected states.  The ESAC’s primary goal was…

The renowned lead pastor of the Divine Army Ministry International, Prophet Olusegun Akiode, is making bold claims about the future of Nigeria under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu. During an interactive session held at his church headquarters in Akute, Ogun State, Prophet Akiode confidently asserted that President Tinubu is destined to lead Nigeria into an era of prosperity, regardless of the current economic challenges facing the nation. In a statement that resonated with his followers, Prophet Akiode declared, “The Lord said He has placed the master key into Tinubu’s palms to open doors. Nigeria will experience economic transformation under…

 The early results in both Balyesa and Imo States during the Saturday elections show that the incumbent Governors Douye Diri of the Peoples Democratic Party in Bayelsa   and APC’s Hope Uzodimma in Imo State were in early lead. However, the race remains fiercely contested in Kogi State, as Usman Ododo of the APC and Muri Ajaka of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) were  in a tight contest. In Bayelsa State, early results indicate that Governor Diri, who seeks re-election, has taken a substantial lead in several local government areas. Notably, former President Goodluck Jonathan delivered his polling unit to the…

Daud Olatunji  The Labour Party has  categorically denied any involvement in the recent insurrection and airport attack attributed to supporters of Peter Obi, Joe Ajaero, and the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC).  The LP emphasized that it  had been unfairly blamed for actions committed by what they referred to as ‘mischievously afflicted’ individuals. The LP’s statement, signed by Dr. Abayomi Arabsmbi, the National Publicity Secretary, refuted claims made by the Hon Minister of Aviation and Aero Space Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo SAN, who had warned against the LP’s alleged attempts to destroy the labor movement in…

Daud Olatunji In the recent governorship election in Bayelsa State, Udengs Eradiri, the candidate representing the Labour Party, has voiced his dismay over the widespread vote-buying practices that marred the electoral process throughout the state.  Eradiri, who experienced defeat in his own polling unit to Governor Duoye Diri of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), lamented not only the election system but also the electorate’s priorities, expressing his belief that people had failed to grasp the importance of voting for their future. Eradiri firmly pointed out that the issue at hand extended beyond the political actors and the Independent National…

Daud Olatunji Vigilant security operatives successfully thwarted an audacious attempt by political thugs to kidnap Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) officials and make off with crucial election materials.l in Imo State. The incident took place at a Registration Area Centre in Amaimo, situated in the Ikeduru Local Government Area of Imo State. Eyewitnesses at the scene recounted the unfolding events as the thugs tried to forcibly seize INEC officials. Swift action by the deployed security personnel prevented the abductors from succeeding in their nefarious plans.  According to an anonymous eyewitness, when local voters raised the alarm upon spotting the intruders,…

In a shocking turn of events, twenty students of the University of Calabar (Unical) found themselves in the emergency room of the university’s teaching hospital after a stampede broke out in an overcrowded exam hall. The incident occurred on Saturday when students were scheduled to take their General Studies and Communication Skills (GSS) examination, which had been postponed from the previous day. The GSS examination was a critical milestone for 100 level students hailing from various faculties within the university.  However, the well-intentioned decision to conduct the exam in batches inadvertently led to a chaotic situation. With limited available spaces,…

Imo State Election Plunged Into Chaos As  Gunmen Seize Cash from Vote Buyers Despite EFCC Warnings Daud Olatunji  In a startling turn of events during the Imo State governorship election, unknown gunmen wreaked havoc by seizing a staggering N1.5 million in cash from vote buyers operating at the All Saints Anglican Cathedral.  This daring act occurred despite prior warnings from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) regarding the crackdown on such illicit activities. Eyewitnesses revealed that around a dozen armed individuals stormed the four polling stations within the cathedral, creating chaos by firing sporadically into the air, instilling…

DR.GBENGA ADEOYE. The world is full of men that appears like great men but actually most of those men that appear like great men are men with skeleton in their cupboard. When I see many big men in our society; I shake my head when I remember I have someone who is a father and mentor with high integrity, honesty, Contentment and simple lifestyle…That is Who Dr.Soleye is…a Clean man. Dr.Onaolapo Soleye do not have too many replica in Egbaland, Ogun State and Nigeria when it comes to honesty and integrity. He served as a Commissioner in the old…

Daud Olatunji In a bid to strengthen its cyber security capabilities, the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has joined forces with the People’s Republic of China Ministry of Public Security in a two-week seminar on Combating Cybercrime.  This collaborative initiative, which took place from October 29th to November 11th, 2023, saw 15 NPF contingents gaining valuable insights into the prevention and detection of cybercrimes. The seminar, an outcome of the Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun’s earlier visit to China, was organized by the Third Institute of the Ministry of Public Security, PR China, and co-organized by the Shanghai Institute…