Prof. Joash Amupitan and the Path to Credible Elections

By Oluwatosin Babatunde The nomination of Professor Joash Amupitan as INEC Chairman comes at a critical juncture for Nigeria’s democracy. Concerns around electoral integrity, voter confidence, and institutional capacity have dominated national discourse in recent years, and Amupitan’s Senate screening offered a glimpse into the reforms he envisions for the country’s electoral process. At the […]

‘Smear campaign against me dead on arrival’ – Olawepo-Hashim dismisses ex-wife’s allegations

Former presidential candidate, Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has accused elements within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of sponsoring renewed allegations against him through his estranged wife, describing it as part of a smear campaign to discredit him ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a detailed statement, Olawepo-Hashim alleged that his ex-wife’s recent claims in […]

Yahaya Seriki: Celebrating Reputable Businessman and Refined Politician

The name Amb Abdulfatai Yahaya Seriki transcends Ilorin’s Gambari shore, resonating nationally and globally as a symbol of successful entrepreneurship and political influence. He stands as an evidence to what focused vision and unwavering resolve can accomplish in a remarkably short time. For decades, Seriki has successfully carved his niche in the highly competitive mining […]

Osun Amotekun Commander, Omoyele Escapes Assassination Attempt in Osogbo

In a harrowing attack that has sent shockwaves through Osun State’s security circles, the Commander of the Osun Amotekun Corps, High Chief Dr. Hon. Adekunle Isaac Omoyele, narrowly escaped an assassination attempt late Monday night after being ambushed by heavily armed unknown gunmen. The violent ambush occurred at approximately 10:05 PM on Monday, shortly after […]

Only Northern Christian President Can Protect Northern Christians – YCD Coordinator

The National Coordinator of Young Christian Democrats, (YCD), Mr Ezekiel Dinfa, has declared that only a President who is a Northern Christian can protect Northern Christians from Islamist extremism and terrorism which is currently engulfing Northern Nigeria and threatening the over 250 Northern minorities who have for centuries, maintained their identities. Dinfa maintained this in […]

Gbenga Hashim’s Rising Momentum Shakes PDP and APC Structures Across South West

The growing political momentum of Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, a leading ideological voice within the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), is reportedly causing ripples across both the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and the PDP itself, particularly in the South West. Political observers say Hashim’s fast rising profile and expanding grassroots support base have unsettled established power blocs […]

Yahaya Seriki Shining on his way to 50

Golden jubilee is an important celebration. It’s a time to reflect on growth, development, impact and what the future holds. It’s therefore cheering news to note that one of the prominent sons of Ilorin Emirate, Ambassador Abdulfatai Yahaya Seriki-Gambari MFR will on October 8, 2025 clocks 50 years. The Gambari born Businessman, Politician and Philanthropist […]

PeacePro Cautions EU, Foreign Interests Against Persistent Interference in Nigeria’s Electoral, Judicial, Legislative Affairs

The Foundation for Peace Professionals (PeacePro) has cautioned the European Union (EU) and other foreign interests against what it described as persistent interference in Nigeria’s democratic institutions, particularly the electoral system, judiciary and legislature. In a statement issued on Friday by its Executive Director, Abdulrazaq Hamzat, PeacePro noted that Nigeria will determine its own democratic […]