Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has congratulated the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Mr Oluwatosin Ajayi, on his commendation by the Nigerian National Committee of the International Press Institute (IPI), describing the recognition as a strong affirmation of professionalism, respect for democratic values and commitment to Press Freedom. The honour was…
By Adenike Olowe Political momentum is steadily building across Ogun Central Senatorial District as leaders, stakeholders and community voices intensify demands for a new wave of representation, one that prioritizes sincerity, empathy and true service in both the Senate (Red Chamber) and House of Representatives (Green Chamber). This renewed call gained stronger traction on Thursday,…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially declared Professor Charles Chukwuma Soludo, candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), winner of the Anambra State Governorship election, held on Saturday, November 8, 2025. The Returning Officer, Prof. Florence Obi, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Calabar, made the announcement at the INEC State Collation Centre…
Guinea-Bissau’s fragile democracy was rocked this week when the Army announced the arrest of several Senior Military Officers accused of plotting a coup. The announcement, made by the Army’s Deputy Chief of Staff, Gen. Mamadu Ture, came just weeks before the Nation’s Presidential and Legislative Elections, raising questions about the delicate balance of power in…
Cameroon’s long-time ruler, Paul Biya, has won a record eighth term in office, extending his 43-year reign after officially clinching 53.66 percent of the vote in the October 12 presidential election. The 92-year-old leader, already one of the world’s oldest and longest-serving Heads of State, will remain in power until 2032 — by which time…
The Nigerian Senate has confirmed Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan as the substantive Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), following an exhaustive screening session that lasted for nearly two hours during Thursday’s plenary in Abuja. The confirmation came after a robust debate in the Red Chamber, during which Senators from different political divides grilled…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially nominated Professor Joash Amupitan (SAN) as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and has forwarded his name to the Senate for confirmation. The President’s letter of nomination was read by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during Tuesday’s plenary session at the National Assembly in Abuja. Citing…
