Ekiti D-Day: 10 Parties Go for Oyebanji’s Office as Voters Decide the State’s Political Future
The political atmosphere across Ekiti State has reached a fever pitch as hundreds of thousands of residents officially head to the polls today, Saturday, June 20, 2026. In what political analysts describe as a defining moment for Nigeria’s off-cycle electoral framework, incumbent Governor Biodun Oyebanji of the All Progressives Congress (APC) is seeking a historic second term in office. Standing in his path are determined candidates fielded by 10 opposing political parties, making this a highly anticipated multi-front battle for control of the Ado-Ekiti Government House.
Spreading violence and impunity spreading perceptions of genocide in Nigeria, UN says
Impunity in the face of repeated attacks on religious leaders and places of worship, combined with weak prevention and poor accountability, is leading victims in Nigeria to view violence as persecution or even genocide, according to a United Nations report. Spreading violence and impunity for armed groups is undermining religious freedom in Nigeria, the UN’s…
New wave of anti-LGBTQ laws sweeps Africa
A string of west African countries have outlawed same-sex relations in recent months, further eroding LGBTQ rights on a continent where they were already under attack. Of Africa’s 54 countries, only about 20 do not currently criminalise same-sex relations. Here is a look at the wave of anti-LGBTQ sentiment sweeping the continent and some of…
New Presidential Aircraft Presented
U.S. President Donald Trump has officially unveiled a new aircraft intended for presidential travel, a jet provided by Qatar that has become the subject of intense political debate in Washington. The aircraft, a luxury Boeing jet, was showcased as part of efforts to modernize presidential transport while delays continue to affect the long-awaited replacement program…
Insecurity: Govs Seek Swift Establishment of State Police with Constitutional Safeguards
Faced with a persistent wave of security challenges across the country, the 36 state governors of the Federation have renewed their push for the swift establishment of state police. Operating under the umbrella of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), the state executives declared that decentralizing the nation’s security architecture has become an urgent constitutional necessity…
Omisore dedicates political structure to Adeleke’s re-election bid
The political structure of Senator Iyiola Omisore across Osun State has resolved to stand firmly in support of the re-election bid of Governor Ademola Adeleke. In a statement on Wednesday, Omisore revealed that the decision is in the interest of Osun State, its people, and the continued pursuit of unity, progress, and good governance. “As we…
Senior US officials dictate memorandum with Iran to journalists
Senior U.S. officials dictated the memorandum of understanding with Iran to journalists Wednesday after days of secrecy, and Iran suggested that its deal with the United States could be signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Masoud Pezeshkian. Such an signing ceremony would represent a major step for the two countries, which saw diplomatic relations break…
NSCDC deploys 10,000 personnel for Ekiti governorship election
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has deployed 10,000 personnel across Ekiti State to provide security during the forthcoming governorship election.
Prisoner Exchange: Obi Commends Nigeria-Ethiopia Deal, Laments Deaths of Four Citizens in Custody
​The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr. Peter Obi, has formally welcomed the recently concluded bilateral Nigeria Ethiopia prisoner transfer agreement. While describing the cross-border legal framework as a refreshing, highly necessary humanitarian intervention that upholds the fundamental dignity of Nigerians abroad, the opposition leader balanced his commendation with a somber reflection…