NSCDC Deploys 10,000 Personnel for Osun Governorship Election Poet of Afrique Reporter The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has deployed 10,000 personnel to Osun State as part of comprehensive security arrangements for the forthcoming governorship election. The deployment is aimed at ensuring a peaceful, secure and credible electoral process , with personnel expected to provide security at polling units, collation centres and other critical locations across the state. The extensive deployment forms part of broader efforts by security agencies to prevent electoral violence, voter intimidation, disruption of voting and other forms of electoral malpractice before, during and after the election. NSCDC personnel are expected to work closely with other security agencies and relevant stakeholders to maintain law and order, protect election materials and safeguard voters, electoral officials, accredited observers and other participants in the democratic process. Th...

  Sultan Has No Preferred Candidate for 2027, Media Team Denies Endorsement of Tinubu By Poet of Afrique Reporter The Media Team of the Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence Alhaji Muhammad Sa'ad Abubakar III, has dismissed reports claiming that the revered monarch has endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu or any other individual ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a statement, the Sultan's media office described the report as false, misleading, and a deliberate misrepresentation of the Sultan's position on partisan politics. The team stressed that the Sultan has not publicly or privately declared support for any presidential or political candidate for the 2027 elections, urging members of the public to disregard reports suggesting otherwise. According to the statement, the Sultan remains a father to all Nigerians irrespective of political affiliation and is committed to promoting national unity, peaceful coexistence, and good governance rather than partisan political inte...

  Why Olopoenia Remains Our Leader Against All Odds – SAO Founder By Poet of Afrique Reporter The Founder and Proponent of the SAO Group, a socio-political and humanitarian organisation, Hon. Sunday Adeleke, has described Alhaji Abass Olopoenia as an exceptional leader whose commitment to peace, unity, and grassroots development has continued to earn him admiration across Oyo State and beyond. Adeleke made the remarks while speaking on the leadership philosophy of the respected political figure, whom he described as a father figure and a symbol of reconciliation in Nigerian politics. According to him, Olopoenia's enduring influence stems from his consistent commitment to inclusive leadership, peaceful coexistence, and selfless service to humanity. "Alhaji Abass Olopoenia is a blessing to Oyo State because of his immense personal contributions to the growth and development of the state and the country. Above all, his reconciliatory approach to politics deserves commendatio...

  Alaka Celebrates Moro Councillor, Hon. Olarewaju Habeebat Taye, on Birthday The Special Adviser on Party Affairs to the Executive Governor of Kwara State, Hon. Moshood Alaka , has congratulated the Councillor representing Abati Alara Ward in Moro Local Government Area, Hon. Olarewaju Habeebat Taye , on the occasion of her birthday anniversary. In a goodwill message issued on Tuesday by his Press Secretary, Sanni Yusuf Olatunji , Alaka described the celebrant as a dedicated, hardworking, and exemplary public servant whose commitment to grassroots development and public service continues to inspire many. He commended Hon. Olarewaju's passion for excellence, loyalty, and significant contributions to governance and community development, noting that her service to the people of Abati Alara Ward has earned her admiration and respect. The Special Adviser prayed that Almighty Allah grants the councillor many more years of sound health, wisdom, peace, and greater accomplishments in ...

  2027: Asiwaju Mashood Shittu Joins OK Movement National Leadership as Director of Political Engagement. By Poet of Afrique Reporter Asiwaju Mashood Shittu (AMS), the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate for the Offa/Oyun/Ifelodun Federal Constituency in the 2023 general election and National Coordinator of the Kwankwaso National Network (KNN), has been appointed Director of Political Engagement of the OK Movement. The appointment was announced during the inauguration of the movement's national leadership as part of efforts to strengthen its nationwide structure ahead of the 2027 general elections. The OK Movement is a grassroots political coalition bringing together supporters of Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso to promote accountable leadership and advocate a joint Obi/Kwankwaso presidential ticket for the 2027 elections. In his new role, Shittu will be responsible for coordinating political mobilisation, deepening engagement with key stakeholders, and strengthenin...

  Supreme Court Prohibits Use of 'Barrister' as Official Title in Correspondence By Poet of Afrique Reporter The Supreme Court of Nigeria has prohibited legal practitioners, litigation staff, court registrars, and lawyers from using the title "Barrister" as a prefix to their names in all official correspondence and engagements with the apex court. The directive, which takes immediate effect, was conveyed in an internal memorandum dated July 13, 2026 , signed by the Chief Registrar of the Supreme Court, Kabir E. Akanbi, Esq. , acting on the instruction of the Chief Justice of Nigeria. The circular, titled "Prohibition of the Use of the Title 'Barrister' as a Prefix to Names," was addressed to litigation staff, legal practitioners, court registrars, and lawyers. It stated that the practice is inconsistent with the standards of professionalism expected within the Supreme Court. According to the memorandum, the use of the title "Barrister...

  FUDECO Congratulates Dr. Alimi Abdul-Razaq at 70, Presents Commemorative Gifts The Fulbe Development and Cultural Organisation (FUDECO), a prominent Fulani socio-cultural group in Kwara State, has congratulated the Mutawalin of Ilorin, His Eminence, Dr. Alimi Abdul-Razaq, on the occasion of his 70th birthday, describing him as an exemplary leader and a pride of the Ilorin Emirate. The FUDECO delegation, led by Hon. Salihu Umaru Sanda, joined other dignitaries and well-wishers at the special birthday celebration and prayer session organised in honour of the elder statesman. During the visit, the delegation presented commemorative gifts to Dr. Abdul-Razaq in recognition of his outstanding contributions to humanity, community development, education, youth empowerment, and the promotion of peace and unity in Kwara State. Hon. Salihu Umaru Sanda congratulated the celebrant on attaining the milestone age of 70, noting that his remarkable achievements, generosity, and unwavering com...