With just days to go before the August 15 Osun State governorship election, political tensions in the state have reached a boiling point. In a dramatic show of demonstration, the wife of the Osun State Governor, Titilola Adeleke, led hundreds of women through the streets of Osogbo to condemn what they described as systematic political…
As preparations for Nigeria’s 2027 general elections slowly begin to take shape, a new controversy has emerged regarding international oversight. Recent reports suggesting that the European Union (EU) plans to drastically scale back its Election Observation Mission (EOM) have sparked widespread debate about the level of international scrutiny we can expect in 2027. Here is…
When a major federal highway gets shut down by ordinary citizens, it’s more than just a story about bad traffic—it’s a loud verdict on governance. Over the weekend, residents in Mokwa, Niger State, took matters into their own hands, blocking all entry points into the town and completely paralyzing the Mokwa-Bida and Mokwa-Kainji highways. This…
Here’s a question that won’t go away—and this time it’s coming from a serious legal voice. Professor Chidi Odinkalu, former Chairman of the National Human Rights Commission, has raised deep questions regarding President Bola Tinubu’s citizenship, educational background, and family history. Pointing to the long-running controversy surrounding a Guinean diplomatic passport, Odinkalu argues that it…
As the Osun State governorship election draws closer, the political atmosphere is heating up—and a new viral video has completely taken over social media. The footage has sparked a massive online debate about the fine line between political campaigning and voter inducement. Rice or Rights? 🍚👀 A new viral video has completely taken over social…
Human rights lawyer and activist Deji Adeyanju has strongly condemned the recent inflammatory comments made by Islamic cleric Sheikh Sani Yahaya Jingir. Speaking in response to the cleric’s controversial speech at a political campaign event in Kano, Adeyanju delivered a blunt warning: religious hate is dangerous enough to tear Nigeria apart if left unchecked. The…
Despite recent attempts by the Presidency to dismiss his criticisms and accuse him of abusing his clerical privilege, Archbishop Emeritus Cardinal John Onaiyekan is standing his ground. In a fresh interview, the respected cleric has doubled down on his stance, issuing a powerful call to action for all Nigerians. Stop Accepting Things at Face Value…
The political temperature in Adamawa State is rising, and former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Babachir Lawal, is pulling no punches. In his latest public outburst, Lawal has renewed his fierce criticism of Atiku Abubakar, accusing him of manipulating the African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship primaries in the state. The Alleged Candidate…
Nearly two years after their election, many local government leaders in Benue State are facing a major challenge: they have no official vehicles. Because of this, over 200 councillors and many deputy chairmen across the state’s 23 Local Government Areas (LGAs) are forced to trek or rely on commercial motorcycles, known as “okada,” to get…
As the Osun State governorship election approaches this Saturday, and with eyes on the 2027 general elections, the Polling Unit Ambassadors of Nigeria (PUAN) has sent a strong message to the nation. They are urging all political leaders, supporters, and everyday Nigerians to choose peace, avoid hate speech, and reject violence. Democracy is a Shared…
