Moro APC Stakeholders Pass Vote of Confidence on AbdulRazaq, Endorse Salihu Danladi By Poet of Afrique Reporters The Stakeholders, elders, party leaders, youths, and women groups of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Moro Local Government Area of Kwara State have passed a vote of confidence on Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, describing his administration as one that has delivered significant development across the state. The group, under the banner of the Moro Alaka Group, made its position known during a press conference, where it also endorsed Rt. Hon. (Engr.) Salihu Yakubu Danladi as a suitable successor to continue the developmental strides of the current administration. Speaking on behalf of the group, Hon. Moshood Alaka commended Governor AbdulRazaq's achievements in education, healthcare, infrastructure, youth empowerment, social intervention programmes, and economic development. According to the stakeholders, the governor's leadership has brought stability, ...

INEC Seeks Stay of Execution of Judgment on Deregistration of ADC, Accord, Three Others By Poet of Afrique Reporter The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has approached the Court of Appeal in Abuja, seeking a stay of execution of a judgment that ordered the deregistration of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and four other political parties. The electoral commission also expressed support for a notice of appeal filed by the affected political parties against the judgment. Speaking before a three-member panel of the Court of Appeal on Tuesday, counsel to INEC, Mr. Haliru Mohammed, said the commission was surprised by the decision of Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court, Abuja, to deliver the judgment despite an earlier order restraining the lower court from doing so. According to Mohammed, the appellate court had on May 22 ordered that the judgment, which was initially scheduled for delivery on June 5, should not be delivered pending further proceedings....

 June 12: Democracy Day – A Call for Sober Reflection and Good Governance By Sanni Yusuf Olatunji June 12 remains one of the most significant dates in Nigeria's democratic journey. It is a day that symbolizes the sacrifices, struggles, and aspirations of millions of Nigerians who yearned for freedom, justice, and the right to choose their leaders through a credible democratic process. As the nation commemorates Democracy Day, it is important not only to celebrate the gains of democracy but also to engage in sober reflection on the state of governance, accountability, and national development. Democracy is not merely about periodic elections; it is about ensuring that government remains responsive to the needs of the people and committed to the principles of transparency, equity, and justice. The significance of June 12 lies in the courage displayed by Nigerians who stood firmly in defense of democratic values despite intimidation and repression. Their sacrifices laid the foundation...

 BREAKING: Emir of Ilorin Appoints Sheikh Muhammad Bashir Dasuki as Chief Imam Fulani By Oba Luqman The Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Dr. Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, has approved the appointment of Sheikh Muhammad Bashir Dasuki Imam Fulani as the new Chief Imam Fulani of Ilorin Emirate. The appointment followed a rigorous selection process involving several respected Islamic scholars, with Sheikh Muhammad Bashir Dasuki emerging successful and subsequently receiving the Emir's approval. The newly appointed Chief Imam Fulani comes from a renowned lineage of Islamic scholars in Ilorin. He is the grandson of Sheikh Ibrahim Dasuki Imam Fulani Agaka, the 8th Chief Imam Fulani of Ilorin, and the son of Sheikh Maliki bn Dasuki Agaka, the 10th Chief Imam Fulani of Ilorin. Before his elevation, Sheikh Muhammad Bashir Dasuki served as the founder and proprietor of Darul Bisharah Arabic and Islamic Studies, Airport-Egbejila, Ilorin. He also led daily and Jumu'ah prayers at the Afsat Oloriegbe Memorial ...

 APC Moves to End Primary Election Disputes, Reportedly Submits Candidates' List to INEC Reported by Egbeghiade Lawal The All Progressives Congress (APC) has reportedly submitted its list of candidates for upcoming elections to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), a move that may effectively draw the curtain on efforts by aggrieved aspirants seeking to overturn the outcomes of the party's primary elections. According to a report by the Nigerian Tribune, the APC National Working Committee (NWC) transmitted the list after considering reports from various appeal panels set up to address petitions and complaints arising from the party's governorship, National Assembly, and state assembly primaries. The development comes amid sustained protests and lobbying by aspirants dissatisfied with the conduct and outcomes of the primaries in several states across the federation. Sources within the ruling party disclosed that the decision was intended to prevent further pr...

 Asiwaju Mashood Shittu Mourns Engr. Kamaldeen Yusuf Oke, Former OSU President By Poet of Afrique Reporter Asiwaju Mashood Shittu (AMS) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Engr. Comr. Kamaldeen Yusuf Oke, popularly known as "Bravo," describing his death as a monumental loss to Offaland, the student community, and Kwara State at large. In a statement issued by the AMS Campaign Directorate, the former Offa Students' Union (OSU) National Headquarters President was remembered as an exceptional leader, committed progressive, and dedicated grassroots mobilizer whose impact transcended the student constituency. Until his demise, Engr. Kamaldeen Yusuf Oke served with distinction as President of the Offa Students' Union, where he championed the welfare of students and promoted unity, academic excellence, and youth development. His tenure was widely acknowledged for its visionary leadership and commitment to service. Reacting to the sad development, Asiwaju Mashood Sh...

 WAEC Blames Exam Delays on Fatal Accident, Security and Logistical Challenges By: Kaosara Damilola S. The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has attributed delays in the conduct of some papers in the ongoing 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) to a fatal road accident that claimed the lives of three of its officials, as well as security and logistical challenges. WAEC disclosed this in a statement issued on Monday by its Head of Public Affairs, Moyosola Adesina, following widespread complaints from candidates, parents, and school authorities over the late commencement of some examination papers in several centres across the country. According to the council, the three officials lost their lives on Wednesday in a road accident along the Gombe–Yola highway while transporting sensitive examination materials across states. The incident reportedly disrupted the distribution schedule and significantly contributed to delays experienced at affected exami...