Author: Temidayo Akinsuyi

Former deputy governor of Edo state, Phillip Shaibu says his former boss, Godwin Obaseki converted his public service knowledge into duping and stealing the money of Edo state. Shaibu who had a frosty relationship with Obaseki during the tail end of their administration because of his governorship ambition, also accused Obaseki of transacting with the lives of people during his time as governor. Speaking in an interview with The Sun, he said “When I tell my story, people that are close, because I have die-hard people that are still with me, they will tell you they are ready, some of…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed his deepest condolences to Dr. Tunji Olowolafe, Chancellor of Ekiti State University and former Chairman of GZ Industries (GZI), following the passing of his beloved wife, Gbemisola Olutayo Olowolafe. Mrs. Olowolafe passed away on March 11 at the age of 63, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, generosity, and devotion to her family and community. In his statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu joined the Olowolafe family in mourning the loss of a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and matriarch. He paid tribute to her life of…

A serving Corp member in Lagos State has cried out over a threat she received from the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) board following her recent social media post in which she expressed her displeasure about the rising costs of commodities in the country. According to the video shared on TikTok via the handle @talktoraye, the serving Corp member, in tears, explained how frustrated she is over the high cost of goods in the market, calling President Ahmed Tinubu’s government a “terrible” one for paying little attention to the hike in commodity prices. In the video, she said: “If a…

Ogun State-born fashion designer, Kuforiji Oluwaseun, has officially entered the Guinness World Records (GWR) for completing the longest sewing marathon, an extraordinary feat of skill, endurance, and dedication to craftsmanship. Kuforiji sewed nonstop for an impressive 106 hours, 55 minutes, and 20 seconds between January 22 and January 26, 2024, in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State. His achievement was formally recognised on Friday when he received his official GWR certificate and plaque. Using only a needle and thread, the talented designer demonstrated remarkable patience and expertise. Within the first six hours of the challenge, he had already completed a full Agbada outfit,…

The Acting National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ambassador Umar Damagum, has denied reports of his resignation, describing them as false and the handiwork of mischief-makers. In a statement released on Saturday, Nuru Shehu Jos, Personal Assistant to the Acting National Chairman, dismissed the rumors as fake news deliberately spread to mislead the public and destabilize the party. he clarified that Ambassador Damagum has not stepped down from his position, emphasizing that the party’s constitution guarantees the National Chairman a four-year term in the first instance. “Our attention has been drawn to a fabricated report claiming that Ambassador…

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has thrown a jab at Rivers Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, saying the latter is down and there is more to come for him. Fubara has been embroiled in a political beef with his predecessor, and Wike pulled no punches when he criticised him for “surrounding himself with people who wanted to be governor.” While giving a speech at the grand reception in his honour by the Kalabari people of the state on Saturday, Wike stated that those around Fubara give him bad advice, which he said is meant to destroy him.…

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has commended former President Muhammadu Buhari for his solid reaffirmation of loyalty to the party. Reacting to a media report by the former Kaduna Governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai that he got the approval of the former President before he defected from the ruling APC to the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Buhari said he will never turn his back against the ruling party. El-Rufai, during an interview with BBC Hausa was quoted to have said: “I left the APC with his (Buhari) full knowledge. I visited him on a Friday and informed him of my decision to…

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike has said that Governor Siminalayi Fubara told him he was not interested in becoming the governor of Rivers state and even suggested Isaac Kamalu for the position. On the crisis rocking the state, Wike said he will not stop the Rivers House of Assembly led by Speaker Martins Amaewhule from performing its constitutional functions. The immediate past governor of Rivers state also blamed the Secretary to the Rivers State Government (SSG), Dr. Tammy Danagogo, for instigating the main issue that led to the ongoing political crisis in the State. The minister…

Senator Ireti Kingibe has pledged to lead efforts in supporting a transparent investigation into the sexual harassment allegation raised by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against the Senate President, Godwill Akpabio. Senator Natasha had accused the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, of making sexual advances towards her in his office and residence in Akwa Ibom State. She added that Akpabio frustrated her attempts to raise motions about Ajaokuta Steel Company in Kogi State because she rejected his advances. Reacting to the development earlier, Kingibe downplayed the incident, saying the senator should not have made a fuss about the issue. Her initial stance on…

Reality TV star Kiddwaya, has shared his recent meeting with former Lagos State Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode. According to Kiddwaya, the discussion centred on how to utilise influence to empower his community and the essential qualities required to become a great leader. Kiddwaya took to his Facebook page to express gratitude for the opportunity, describing the meeting as a “great discussion” with the former Governor. “I had a great discussion with the former governor of Lagos state, His Excellency, Akinwunmi Ambode. As someone who had a successful tenure with Lagos state, I was able to get great advice on how to use…