Category: Politics

‘NYC First Muslim Mayor In History,’ 33 Year-Old Zohran Mamdani’s Date With History

Ganiyu Amodu

Man of Moment: What to know About the Indian-American Socialist Altering Political Dynamics In New York City   Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old Democratic Socialist and state assemblyman, claimed victory in New York City’s Democratic mayoral primary on Tuesday, positioning himself to become the city’s first Indian-American and Muslim mayor. Former governor Andrew Cuomo, his main rival, conceded the race late Tuesday in what analysts described as a significant upset, according to Western media reports. Kwankwaso, Shettima, Ganduje, and Northern Realignment For Tinubu: 2027 Not Coming — It Has Already Started…

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Kwankwaso, Shettima, Ganduje, and Northern Realignment For Tinubu: 2027 Not Coming — It Has Already Started

Ganiyu Amodu

‘What Obasanjo, Atiku may have to do with Shettima’s dipping influence,’ One of the insightful analyses of the political fireworks on-going in the north, By Oreoluwa O. Olaleye   🧭 INTRO: In Nigeria, betrayal is not treason; it’s strategy. And right now, the political North is shifting under our feet. Kwankwaso defects. Ganduje resigns. And Shettima? He’s smiling at Atiku and Obasanjo like say 2027 dey call am privately. (A call to the Camp of failure) ’43 Days After 94th Birthday,’ Foremost Billionaire, Aminu Dantata, Is Dead But Tinubu? Tinubu…

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Alao-Akala’s Daughter Wants Late Gov’s Corpse Exhumed Amidst Family Dispute Over Estate

ADEOLA YUSUF

‘Order DNA Test On Seven Children of the deceased,’ details of the suit before Justice Taiwo as bickering over property degenerates   The family of the late former Oyo State governor, Otunba Christopher Adebayo Alao-Akala, has plunged deeper into crisis as his first daughter, Mrs. Oluwatoyin Alao-Aderinto, has approached an Oyo State High Court in Ibadan, seeking an order for a DNA test on seven individuals claiming to be the biological children of the deceased. She is also requesting the exhumation of the late governor’s body to facilitate the tests.…

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SIGHTED: ADA’s Leaders Write Application Letter To ‘INC’ Instead of ‘INEC’

ADEOLA YUSUF

  ‘ADA’S MATTER,’ Full content of first ever official letter from Atiku, El-Rufai’s party that has generated controversy    Opposition leaders under the coalition movement omitted the word “electoral” from their letter addressed to the chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for the registration of a new political party. The application, dated June 19, was addressed to “The Chairman, Independent National Commission (INEC), 436, Zambezi Crescent, Maitama, Abuja FCT.” The coalition, which is being spearheaded by former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar and Nasir el-Rufai, ex-governor of Kaduna, applied to…

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(ICYMI) 2027: I’ll Become Next Oyo Gov If I Decide To Contest — Oriyomi Hamzat

Abibat Babalola

Popular Ibadan-based broadcaster, Oriyomi Hamzat, has expressed strong confidence in his chances of becoming the next governor of Oyo State if he chooses to contest in the 2027 election. Speaking during a recent live broadcast, Hamzat reacted sharply to a caller from abroad who advised him against running for office. The caller had suggested that although Hamzat is widely regarded as a man of the people, he should not rely on public goodwill to translate into electoral support, claiming that voters might not back him when it matters. READ ALSO:…

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I Won 1999 Presidential Election, Not Obasanjo – Olu Falae

Ganiyu Amodu

A former Secretary to the Government of the Federation and 1999 presidential candidate, Chief Olu Falae, said he won the election that restored Nigeria to civilian rule, not Olusegun Obasanjo. Falae, who appeared on Arise TV’s Morning Show on Thursday during special Democracy Day programme, alleged that he was the actual winner of the 1999 presidential election, but was denied his mandate through manipulation of results. The elder statesman declared that based on the legal review of the vote tallies carried out by his legal counsel, late Chief J.O.K. Ajayi,…

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2027: Oyo Broadcaster Oriyomi Hamzat’s Posters Flood Ibadan

Ganiyu Amodu

The posters of popular Ibadan-based broadcaster, Hamzat Oriyomi, have flooded the streets of Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State in the build-up to the forthcoming 2027 general election. The posters with the tag, “2027 Oyo n pe o”, had a portrait of the veteran Yoruba broadcaster in black colour, raising awareness for his preparation in the anticipated election without an indication of the office he is contesting for. In a video posted by a support group of the broadcaster cited by our correspondent on Wednesday, the founder of Agidigbo FM…

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‘7 Assets In One Year,’ Govt Institutions, Monuments Named After Tinubu + LIST, PHOTOS

ADEOLA YUSUF

In just one year, 7 institutions, structures, and monuments have been renamed or named after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Platforms Africa presents the see-for-yourself list and photos of the assets below; 1. Mar 2024: Minna International Airport → Bola Ahmed Tinubu,Minna, Niger State 2. May 2024: Southern Parkway → Bola Ahmed Tinubu Way,Abuja 3. May 2024: National Assembly Library → Bola Tinubu Building, Abuja 4. Dec 2024: Nigeria Immigration Service Innovation Centre → Bola Ahmed Tinubu Technology Innovation Complex (BATTIC), Abuja After Platforms Africa Report, Oil Ministry Director Queried, Minister…

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Your Sins Can’t Be Forgiven Even If You Join Us – APC Tells Fubara

Abibat Babalola

The Rivers State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has told the suspended governor of the state, Siminalayi Fubara that even if he decides to join the party, his sins cannot be forgiven. Caretaker Committee chairman of the party in the state, Tony Okocha, stated this on Tuesday in Abuja while responding to questions regarding Fubara’s recent Sallah visit to President Bola Tinubu and its attendant political implications. Okocha said Fubara’s suspension and the declaration of a state of emergency was about his misdemeanors and had no political undertones.…

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Fouad Oki Replies Funke Egbemode Over Piece On Tinubu, Sanwo-Olu’s Bickering

ADEOLA YUSUF

  “… Lest the issue become ‘Ao mu Erin j’oba eweku ewele’ tales,” read-for-yourself letter the top Lagos politician wrote to Osun’s ex-commissioner and distinguished columnist over her “Lagos: Mr. Governor, This Sacrifice Must Get To Olodumare.”   Dear Ms. Funke Egbemode, Profound Appreciation for Your Courageous Voice and Timely Admonition I write to you with deep admiration and gratitude for your incisive, thought-provoking piece, “Lagos: Mr. Governor, This Sacrifice Must Get To Olodumare.” Your words resonate not merely as commentary but as a clarion call for introspection, reconciliation, and…

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