Handover Notes, Political Amnesia and the Rotimi Makinde Question
Mr. Rotimi Makinde’s latest essay, “If We Cannot Trust the Stage, How Will We Trust the Bridge?”, raises an interesting question. However, before attempting to draw lessons about stewardship, competence, and handover notes, it is important that we first examine the messenger as carefully as the message. For a man now speaking about accountability and…
Bauchi community showers encomium on Bala Wunti, says he’s driven by service, accountability
Dr. Bala Wunti, a prominent oil and gas executive and public servant, has been praised as a selfless and successful leader following a heartfelt tribute from members of the Wunti community, who described him as a man driven by service, integrity, and accountability rather than personal ambition. The commendation came in an op-ed written by…
Osun Accord Leaders Insist Gbenga Hashim Presidential Candidacy Remains, Reaffirm Support
Leaders, stakeholders, and longstanding members of the Accord Party in Osun State have reaffirmed their support for Dr. Gbenga -Hashim as the party’s presidential candidate for the 2027 general election, insisting that no external influence can overturn the mandate freely given to him by party members. The declaration was made on Wednesday during a well-attended…
APCs murderous gang and a Failed cover-up attempt is shameful – TICC
The Imole Campaign Council (TICC) has accused the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State of orchestrating political violence and attempting to mislead the public through what it described as a “failed cover-up” of recent attacks across the state. In a statement issued on Wednesday and signed by the Chairman of its Media and Publicity…
Governor Adeleke’s Victory Will Liberate Ijesa North From Darkness – Olajengbesi
Spokesperson of the Imole Campaign Council, Barrister Pelumi Olajengbesi has said that the victory of Governor Ademola Adeleke in forthcoming 2026 Governorship election will liberate Ijesa North Federal Constituency from darkness and from the hands of its oppressors. While stating this at the Inauguration of 10,000 Imole Canvassers, in Ijebu-jesha, the headquarters of Oriade Local…
Accord disowns Gbenga Hashim’s candidacy, says no presidential primary was held
Accord has disowned Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, a former chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), as its presidential candidate for the 2027 elections. On May 26, Olawepo-Hashim announced his intention to run for president on Accord’s platform. On Monday, reports swirled that Olawepo-Hashim won the party’s presidential primary election held across the country. He was said…
Labour Joins Forces with Gbenga Hashim as Democratic Renewal Movement Takes Off
Organised labour, civil society leaders, politicians, youth groups, women leaders, and pro-democracy advocates on Wednesday joined forces with Accord Party presidential candidate, Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, as the Movement for Democratic Renewal (MDR) was formally launched in Abuja. The event drew hundreds of participants from across the country, united by a shared commitment to strengthening democratic…
Ajiya Expresses Concern Over Rising Insecurity, Banditry, and Cattle Rustling
Elder statesman Umar Ajiya has raised fresh concerns over Nigeria’s worsening security situation, warning that the country’s persistent insecurity could escalate into a national crisis if citizens fail to actively support government efforts in tackling the menace. Speaking in a statement issued to journalists, Ajiya noted that Nigeria has been grappling with multiple security challenges…
Reps Public Accounts Committee Recovers ₦521M Withheld VAT From CBN
The House of Representatives Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has recovered ₦521,765,134.17 in unremitted Value Added Tax (VAT) from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), as part of its ongoing investigation into revenue leakages and outstanding funds due to the Federal Government. The recovery is one of several outcomes of a comprehensive investigation initiated following a…
2027: Hashim Vows To Strengthen Naira, Targets N525-To-Dollar Exchange Rate, Rallies Supporters In Abuja
Former presidential candidate and global energy entrepreneur, Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has pledged to restore the value of the naira to an exchange rate of between N500- N525 to one United States dollar if elected President of Nigeria, as thousands of Accord Party supporters in FCT converged in Dawaki Abuja on Thursday to reaffirm their loyalty…
