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The political landscape of Edo State has undergone a seismic shift. On Monday, September 23, 2024, as the dust settled on Saturday’s election, the All Progressives Congress (APC) emerged victorious, reclaiming the state after a brief hiatus. The win has been hailed as a triumphant return of Edo to the “progressive fold,” sparking celebrations among APC supporters and raising eyebrows among opposition parties. The streets of Benin City, Edo State’s capital, buzzed with a mix of jubilation and tension as news of the APC’s win spread. Senator Monday Okpebholo, the party’s standard-bearer, alongside his running mate Dennis Idahosa, secured the…
In a shocking event that has sent ripples through Ibadan’s Bodija area, a confrontation between members of Nigeria’s security forces has ended in tragedy. An officer of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) identified as Olapade Segun lost his life on Sunday, September 22, 2024, following an altercation with a Nigerian Army personnel known only as Abubakar. The incident, which occurred outside a popular nightclub, has left the community in shock and raised serious questions about inter-agency relations among Nigeria’s security forces. The bustling streets of Bodija, usually alive with the sounds of nightlife and commerce, fell eerily…
In an emotional scene that unfolded at the Honeyglow headquarters in Lagos yesterday, Nollywood actress Bakare Zainab received the shock of her life when what she thought was a routine brand renewal meeting turned into a life-changing moment. The rising star was gifted a brand new car by the CEO of Honeyglow, a gesture that has set social media abuzz and highlighted the growing relationship between Nigerian brands and entertainment personalities. A Day of Unexpected Blessings On a sunny Tuesday afternoon in Lagos, Bakare Zainab arrived at the Honeyglow office, expecting nothing more than a standard meeting to discuss her…
Lola Omotayo Okoye, wife of Nigerian music sensation Peter Okoye, took to social media to celebrate her son Cameron’s 16th birthday on September 22, 2024. The milestone event not only marks a significant chapter in the young man’s life but also offers a glimpse into the values and dynamics of one of Nigeria’s most prominent entertainment families. A Mother’s Tribute to Her “Young King” As the clock struck midnight in Lagos, Nigeria, Lola Omotayo Okoye’s Instagram page lit up with Video of Cameron. The montage, set to a soft melody, captured moments of joy, growth, and family bonding that have…
In a decisive move to address the recurring nightmare of flooding that has plagued Nigeria’s most vulnerable communities, the Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the establishment of a groundbreaking National Disasters Relief Fund. The announcement, made on Monday, September 23, 2024, comes as a ray of hope for millions of Nigerians living in flood-prone areas, particularly in the wake of recent devastating floods that have claimed dozens of lives and displaced thousands. The halls of the Presidential Villa in Abuja buzzed with activity as Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, briefed reporters following a…
In the heart of Benin City, the capital of Edo State, an atmosphere of tension and uncertainty hangs heavy in the air. Just 48 hours after the polls closed in what was supposed to be a demonstration of Nigeria’s maturing democracy, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has thrown the state into political turmoil. On Monday, September 23, 2024, the party’s leadership vehemently rejected the outcome of Saturday’s governorship election, alleging “brazen” rigging and vowing to pursue all legal avenues to reclaim what they describe as their stolen mandate. Standing before a sea of journalists at the party’s national headquarters in…
The streets of Benin City buzz with whispered conversations and heated debates. The Edo State governorship election, held on September 21, 2024, has left a bitter taste in the mouths of many, with allegations of widespread vote-buying and voter apathy casting a long shadow over the democratic process. At the center of this storm stands Olumide Akpata, the Labour Party (LP) candidate, whose impassioned critique of the election has ignited a firestorm of controversy and soul-searching across the state. As the dust settles on what many hoped would be a watershed moment for Edo State’s political landscape, Akpata’s words cut…
The Federal High Court in Abuja, tensions reached a fever pitch as Justice Inyang Ekwo delivered a landmark ruling that has sent ripples through Nigeria’s political landscape. On Monday, September 23, 2024, the court dismissed a high-profile suit seeking to remove Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje from his position as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), dealing a significant blow to internal party challengers and affirming the party’s leadership structure. The lawsuit, brought forth by the APC North Central Group, faced a series of legal hurdles that ultimately led to its dismissal. Justice Ekwo, in his ruling, meticulously outlined…
On the bustling streets of Accra, Ghana’s capital, what began as a peaceful demonstration against economic hardship and environmental concerns has escalated into a tense standoff between protesters and law enforcement. As of Sunday, September 22, 2024, Ghanaian police have confirmed the arrest of 42 demonstrators, marking a dramatic turn in the ongoing protests organized by the activist group Democracy Hub. The demonstrations, which kicked off on Friday, September 20, were initially planned as a four-day event to voice growing frustrations over Ghana’s economic challenges and the government’s handling of illegal mining, locally known as “galamsey.” As dawn broke on…
The recently concluded Edo State governorship election has come under intense scrutiny as Yiaga Africa, a prominent civil society group, declares that the poll failed to meet basic integrity standards. The organization’s damning assessment, released on Monday, September 23, 2024, has sent shockwaves through Nigeria’s political landscape, casting a shadow over what was hoped to be a beacon of democratic progress in the region. Yiaga Africa’s conclusions stem from its deployment of the Process and Results Verification for Transparency (PRVT) methodology, a comprehensive approach to election observation. The group mobilized an impressive force of 300 stationary and 25 roving observers,…