₦airaland Forum

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWqV75QCi-8

Bobloco:
https://thewhistler.ng/aggrieved-apc-governors-mull-atiku-alliance-as-wike-rift-deepens/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RoJ4x4p4VVQ

adenigga:
Source: https://punchng.com/many-nigerians-still-lack-reliable-electricity-supply-power-minister

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWqV75QCi-8

labake1:
I can only say hmmmmmmmm

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWqV75QCi-8
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has revealed that the five aggrieved Peoples Democratic Party governors, popularly known as the G5, deliberately allowed Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi to gain ground in parts of the South-South during the 2023 presidential election as part of a strategy to weaken the chances of PDP candidate Atiku Abubakar.

Wike made the disclosure during an appearance on TVC’s Journalists’ Hangout, where he explained the political calculations behind the group’s decision during the 2023 election.

According to Wike, the G5 considered the PDP’s strength in the South-South a potential advantage for Atiku and therefore sought to prevent the former vice-president from benefiting from the region.

He said the group’s strategy was applied particularly in Edo and Cross River, where the G5 believed a PDP victory would strengthen Atiku’s position.

Wike explained that rather than allow Atiku to benefit from the PDP’s strength, the group preferred the votes to go to Obi and the Labour Party.

However, Wike said Rivers State was treated differently.

According to him, the G5 deliberately stopped Obi from winning Rivers because they were concerned about the political implications of such an outcome.

Wike said the group believed an Obi victory in Rivers would send a political signal that could have consequences beyond the election itself.

The G5 consisted of Wike, then-Rivers governor; Seyi Makinde of Oyo; Samuel Ortom of Benue; Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia; and Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu.

The governors had opposed Atiku's 2023 presidential candidacy amid their demand for greater balance within the PDP, including their argument that the party's presidential ticket should have been ceded to the South after eight years of northern leadership under former President Muhammadu Buhari.

Wike's latest disclosure has renewed discussion about the political calculations and alliances that shaped the 2023 presidential election.

The FCT minister also turned his attention to the 2027 election, questioning whether Obi could reproduce his 2023 performance across the South-South.

He specifically mentioned Cross River, Akwa Ibom and Delta, arguing that the political circumstances surrounding the 2023 election have changed.

Wike also pointed to the controversy surrounding the Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket as one of the issues that influenced the political atmosphere in 2023. He argued that the issue no longer carries the same political significance.

He further claimed that Obi's political support base has changed since 2023 and advised the former Anambra governor to look beyond the 2027 presidential election.

Wike's comments are his own account of the G5's strategy and his assessment of the political landscape ahead of 2027. Whether the political calculations he described will have any bearing on the next presidential election remains a matter for voters and the eventual campaigns and alliances.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J_spzZGDaHY

The reported decision to assign former Rivers State Governor and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, a key role in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's 2027 presidential campaign has sparked discussions about political influence, party loyalty, and the structure of the ruling party's campaign machinery.

Wike is expected to coordinate the All Progressives Congress presidential campaign structure in Rivers State and the Federal Capital Territory.

The reported arrangement comes as political actors prepare for the 2027 general election and as questions continue to surround Wike's relationship with the Peoples Democratic Party and his alignment with President Tinubu.

The development has drawn attention to the role of political figures who operate across party lines, particularly when their influence extends beyond the formal structure of the party supporting the presidential candidate.

Abati and Rufai Examine the Political Implications

On Arise TV's Morning Show, Reuben Abati and Rufai Oseni's discussion of the reported development provides an opportunity to examine the implications of Wike's proposed role in the presidential campaign.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rNNrldoI89w

The controversy surrounding a luxury bag allegedly valued at ₦250 million and associated with the wife of former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has generated public debate, prompting a reported response from the politician.

The issue has drawn attention to the lifestyle of political figures, public accountability, and the scrutiny surrounding the personal affairs of prominent leaders.

The alleged value of the bag has fueled reactions among Nigerians, with discussions extending to questions about financial responsibility and the expectations placed on politicians who campaign on messages of prudent governance.

However, the circumstances surrounding the reported valuation, the ownership of the bag, and the details of Peter Obi's response require careful examination to distinguish established facts from claims circulating online.

According to multiple reports, Obi addressed the matter during an interview in Washington, D.C., stating that his wife has her own business and income and that he does not concern himself with how she spends her personal money, provided it does not interfere with his management of public funds.


The former governor also said his wife was more sophisticated in her lifestyle before he became governor and recalled that he did not establish an Office of the First Lady during his tenure in Anambra State.



The development has further fueled discussions about the relationship between private wealth, political messaging, and public expectations. Media personality Daddy Freeze, among others, questioned whether the reported luxury item aligns with the image of frugality associated with Obi.


While the controversy continues to attract reactions, the distinction between personal expenditure and the use of public resources remains central to the debate.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_4EmrRsW-qc

iwaeda:
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/09/manufacturers-unsold-goods-rise-to-n1-7trn/

Oseni challenged the bishop to show evidence that God had specifically told him that it was time to support the president, raising a broader question about whether divine authority should be invoked to justify partisan political choices.

Giftimoni:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_4EmrRsW-qc

A fresh political and religious controversy is unfolding ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election after Archbishop Leonard Bature Kawas defended the decision of the Charismatic Bishops Conference of Nigeria to support President Bola Tinubu.

Kawas, who is the President-General of the Charismatic Bishops Conference of Nigeria, has come under criticism following the group’s endorsement of Tinubu’s re-election bid.

But in a recent interview on Arise TV, Kawas pushed back against those questioning his credibility, insisting that his involvement in Nigerian politics did not begin with the Tinubu administration.

According to him, he has spent about 25 years in the clergy and has previously supported several major political figures, including Olusegun Obasanjo, Goodluck Jonathan, Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi.

Kawas particularly pointed to his previous support for Peter Obi.

He said he travelled with Obi during the early stages of Obi’s presidential ambition, attended campaign events and even paid transportation expenses for six clergymen.

Yet, Kawas argued, nobody called him a fake bishop at the time.

He made a similar argument about his relationship with former President Goodluck Jonathan, saying he supported Jonathan from his days as deputy governor of Bayelsa State and later served on Jonathan’s presidential campaign council.

Kawas said he was the only bishop on that campaign council and campaigned extensively for Jonathan.

But his most striking statement came when he addressed his current support for President Bola Tinubu.

Kawas asked why his decision to support Tinubu should suddenly make people question whether he is a genuine bishop.

His explanation?

He said he had prayed and that God had led him to support Tinubu.

That claim has now become one of the major talking points surrounding the controversy.

Rufai Oseni Fires Back

Political commentator Rufai Oseni has also weighed in on the controversy.

In a response to the claim, Oseni questioned the basis of Kawas' assertion that God had directed him to support Tinubu.

Oseni challenged the bishop to show evidence that God had specifically told him that it was time to support the president, raising a broader question about whether divine authority should be invoked to justify partisan political choices.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_4EmrRsW-qc

Unlimitedwords:
How Fraudulent Pastor & Abuja Developer Left 25 Families Homeless - Patrick Anyaene




An Abuja-based property owner and investor, Patrick Anyaene, has accused a real estate developer, Pastor Isaac Adams the CEO of Light Gold Real Estate Limited, of allegedly breaching a joint venture agreement, disposing of properties without authority and engaging in a series of fraudulent activities, which he says have left more than 25 families facing serious financial losses and homelessness.

Anyaene, who spoke to reporters in Abuja said his dispute with Adams arose from a joint venture agreement entered into between both parties for the development of property in Abuja.

According to him, Adams allegedly breached virtually every clause of the agreement and subsequently disposed of properties belonging to both parties, while also allegedly taking possession of his Certificate of Occupancy (C of O).

Anyaene further alleged that the C of O was subsequently used by Adams in transactions involving members of the public, including the collection of money from prospective property buyers and tenants.

He accused the developer of allegedly engaging in double and multiple allocations, selling properties that had previously been allocated or sold, and collecting payments from different individuals in connection with the same properties.

Anyaene said the alleged activities occurred on land connected to the joint venture located in Durumi District, adding that the situation became particularly disturbing because several members of the public had invested their life savings in properties they believed they had legitimately acquired.

He claimed that more than 25 families had been affected by the dispute, with some allegedly losing substantial sums of money and being rendered homeless following developments at the estate.

Anyaene said he chose to seek legal redress and obtained a court order, which he said formed the basis for the enforcement action carried out at the estate. He explained that the enforcement exercise was conducted at the property with the presence of security personnel and court officials.

He said the team arrived at the estate and simultaneously evicted occupants in enforcement of the court order. Anyaene maintained that the action was not an attempt to take the law into his own hands but a step taken after pursuing the matter through the judicial process.




He alleged that Adams is currently avoiding arrest and members of the public seeking to hold him accountable over the disputed transactions.

He said Adams, a pastor has sought the ticket of a political party to run for the governorship of Nasarawa State, a project he said failed because of Adam's reputation for perpetrating illegality.

He decried the fraudulent activities of some Abuja developers, urging members of the public to exercise caution in their dealings to avoid being swindled.

He called for stronger regulation of real estate developers, particularly to prevent multiple allocations, unauthorised sales and the diversion or misuse of property documents.

According to him, his experience over the past five years has demonstrated the need for an effective regulatory mechanism capable of protecting genuine property buyers and investors from unscrupulous developers.

Anyaene urged people who may have entered into property transactions with Light Gold Real Estate Limited or Adams to exercise caution and properly verify ownership documents and the status of properties before making further financial commitments.

All efforts to reach the embattled pastor and real estate developer as at the time of this report were unsuccessful.

He made a similar argument about his relationship with former President Goodluck Jonathan, saying he supported Jonathan from his days as deputy governor of Bayelsa State and later served on Jonathan’s presidential campaign council.

Giftimoni:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_4EmrRsW-qc

A fresh political and religious controversy is unfolding ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election after Archbishop Leonard Bature Kawas defended the decision of the Charismatic Bishops Conference of Nigeria to support President Bola Tinubu.

Kawas, who is the President-General of the Charismatic Bishops Conference of Nigeria, has come under criticism following the group’s endorsement of Tinubu’s re-election bid.

But in a recent interview on Arise TV, Kawas pushed back against those questioning his credibility, insisting that his involvement in Nigerian politics did not begin with the Tinubu administration.

According to him, he has spent about 25 years in the clergy and has previously supported several major political figures, including Olusegun Obasanjo, Goodluck Jonathan, Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi.

Kawas particularly pointed to his previous support for Peter Obi.

He said he travelled with Obi during the early stages of Obi’s presidential ambition, attended campaign events and even paid transportation expenses for six clergymen.

Yet, Kawas argued, nobody called him a fake bishop at the time.

He made a similar argument about his relationship with former President Goodluck Jonathan, saying he supported Jonathan from his days as deputy governor of Bayelsa State and later served on Jonathan’s presidential campaign council.

Kawas said he was the only bishop on that campaign council and campaigned extensively for Jonathan.

But his most striking statement came when he addressed his current support for President Bola Tinubu.

Kawas asked why his decision to support Tinubu should suddenly make people question whether he is a genuine bishop.

His explanation?

He said he had prayed and that God had led him to support Tinubu.

That claim has now become one of the major talking points surrounding the controversy.

Rufai Oseni Fires Back

Political commentator Rufai Oseni has also weighed in on the controversy.

In a response to the claim, Oseni questioned the basis of Kawas' assertion that God had directed him to support Tinubu.

Oseni challenged the bishop to show evidence that God had specifically told him that it was time to support the president, raising a broader question about whether divine authority should be invoked to justify partisan political choices.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_4EmrRsW-qc

A fresh political and religious controversy is unfolding ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election after Archbishop Leonard Bature Kawas defended the decision of the Charismatic Bishops Conference of Nigeria to support President Bola Tinubu.

Kawas, who is the President-General of the Charismatic Bishops Conference of Nigeria, has come under criticism following the group’s endorsement of Tinubu’s re-election bid.

But in a recent interview on Arise TV, Kawas pushed back against those questioning his credibility, insisting that his involvement in Nigerian politics did not begin with the Tinubu administration.

According to him, he has spent about 25 years in the clergy and has previously supported several major political figures, including Olusegun Obasanjo, Goodluck Jonathan, Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi.

Kawas particularly pointed to his previous support for Peter Obi.

He said he travelled with Obi during the early stages of Obi’s presidential ambition, attended campaign events and even paid transportation expenses for six clergymen.

Yet, Kawas argued, nobody called him a fake bishop at the time.

He made a similar argument about his relationship with former President Goodluck Jonathan, saying he supported Jonathan from his days as deputy governor of Bayelsa State and later served on Jonathan’s presidential campaign council.

Kawas said he was the only bishop on that campaign council and campaigned extensively for Jonathan.

But his most striking statement came when he addressed his current support for President Bola Tinubu.

Kawas asked why his decision to support Tinubu should suddenly make people question whether he is a genuine bishop.

His explanation?

He said he had prayed and that God had led him to support Tinubu.

That claim has now become one of the major talking points surrounding the controversy.

Rufai Oseni Fires Back

Political commentator Rufai Oseni has also weighed in on the controversy.

In a response to the claim, Oseni questioned the basis of Kawas' assertion that God had directed him to support Tinubu.

Oseni challenged the bishop to show evidence that God had specifically told him that it was time to support the president, raising a broader question about whether divine authority should be invoked to justify partisan political choices.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=agYIYHc-kqQ

Dobnews:
https://www.dobblog.online/2026/09/yemi-solade-reveals-he-was-paid-to.html

What do you think about Yemi Solade’s revelation?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RBAw6Md42_4

The debate over Nigeria’s fuel pricing system has taken a fresh turn as Governor Seyi Makinde’s proposed alternative to fuel subsidy comes under scrutiny, with broadcaster Rufai Oseni challenging the assumptions behind the plan.

Makinde, the presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement, APM, had rejected calls for a return to the old fuel subsidy regime, insisting that subsidy should be “gone for good” if he becomes president in 2027.

Instead, the Oyo State governor proposed a different approach to reducing the burden of petrol prices on Nigerians: crude oil supplied to domestic refineries should be priced in a way that reflects Nigeria’s position as an oil-producing country.

Makinde unveiled the proposal while speaking at the commissioning of his presidential campaign office in Abuja on Monday.

According to him, Nigerians should not have to pay a price for locally produced crude as though the crude had travelled from another part of the world before reaching Nigerian refineries.

His argument is that the benefit of Nigeria’s oil wealth should be incorporated into the pricing structure at the beginning of the refining process rather than through an opaque intervention at the petrol pump after costs have accumulated.

But that position raises important questions about how the proposed system would actually work in practice.

Oseni’s challenge brings the debate back to one of the most difficult questions in Nigeria’s petroleum sector: if the government does not call the intervention a fuel subsidy, where exactly does the financial benefit come from, and who ultimately bears the cost?

The distinction between subsidising petrol consumption and reducing the cost of crude supplied to domestic refineries could be politically and economically significant.

Makinde's argument is that Nigeria would not necessarily be returning to the old subsidy regime. Instead, the country would be using its crude oil advantage to make domestic refining more competitive and potentially reduce the final cost of petrol.

However, the success of such a proposal would depend heavily on the efficiency of Nigeria's refining system, the volume of crude available for domestic processing, the pricing mechanism adopted and the extent to which any savings are transferred to consumers.

It also raises the question of transparency.

One of Makinde's central arguments is that Nigerians should be able to understand how petroleum prices are determined, how public resources are deployed and who benefits from government intervention.

That transparency could become particularly important if the government were to sell crude to domestic refineries below international market-linked prices.

For consumers, however, the terminology may matter less than the final outcome.

Whether the policy is called a subsidy, preferential crude pricing, domestic crude discount or another form of intervention, Nigerians will ultimately want to know whether it will translate into lower petrol prices and reduced transportation and living costs.

The debate is unfolding against the backdrop of President Bola Tinubu's decision to remove the fuel subsidy in May 2023, a policy that dramatically changed petrol pricing in Nigeria and triggered increases in transportation and other living costs.

With the 2027 presidential election approaching, fuel subsidy has once again become a major political issue.

Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has indicated support for restoring subsidy, while Makinde is positioning himself between the old subsidy model and the current fully market-oriented approach by advocating a different domestic crude pricing framework.

This makes the emerging argument particularly significant.

The question is no longer simply whether subsidy should be removed or restored.

It is increasingly becoming a question of what Nigeria's petroleum pricing system should look like in an oil-producing country.

Makinde believes the country can use its crude oil advantage to reduce the cost of domestic refining without resurrecting the old subsidy system.

Oseni's challenge puts the proposal under the microscope and raises the need for greater clarity about its cost, implementation and impact.

As politicians prepare for the 2027 presidential contest, Nigerians may increasingly demand more than campaign promises.

They will want to see the numbers.

How much would the proposed crude pricing arrangement cost the government? How much would domestic refineries save? And, most importantly, how much would Nigerians actually save at the pump?

Those questions could determine whether Makinde's alternative becomes a credible economic proposition or another political promise in Nigeria's long-running fuel subsidy debate.

“The beauty of having a good party is to have a good leader, the chairman of the party is an erudite young person who is also leading older political parties in Nigeria as the chairman of IPAC.

Giftimoni:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-_k2i4Kw05I

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, the National Leader of the Allied Peoples Movement, APM, on Monday warned Nigerians against underrating the party’s presidential candidate, Seyi Makinde, ahead of the 2027 elections.

Mohammed spoke during the inauguration of the party’s presidential campaign office in Abuja.

The governor declared that the APM has come to reset Nigeria by fielding Makinde as its presidential candidate.

Mohammed said, “The beauty of having a good party is to have a good leader, the chairman of the party is an erudite young person who is also leading older political parties in Nigeria as the chairman of IPAC.

“Nantale has set out what we are about to do and this office is solely provided by the presidential candidate, it will show you that we mean business.

“Whoever disregard us is at his own peril, we are here to reset Nigeria and we are bringing in one of the best human capitals that Nigeria has ever produced at the sub-national and national level, that is Makinde.

“I don’t want Nigerians to underrate him, especially the candidates and they would see the wonders of the world, this is a mobilizer, a manager of resources, an engineer per excellence.

“Somebody who used little resources and did so much. Where there was abject neglect and abandonment in Oyo State, he brought urban renewal to a level that nobody has ever done it.”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-_k2i4Kw05I

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, the National Leader of the Allied Peoples Movement, APM, on Monday warned Nigerians against underrating the party’s presidential candidate, Seyi Makinde, ahead of the 2027 elections.

Mohammed spoke during the inauguration of the party’s presidential campaign office in Abuja.

The governor declared that the APM has come to reset Nigeria by fielding Makinde as its presidential candidate.

Mohammed said, “The beauty of having a good party is to have a good leader, the chairman of the party is an erudite young person who is also leading older political parties in Nigeria as the chairman of IPAC.

“Nantale has set out what we are about to do and this office is solely provided by the presidential candidate, it will show you that we mean business.

“Whoever disregard us is at his own peril, we are here to reset Nigeria and we are bringing in one of the best human capitals that Nigeria has ever produced at the sub-national and national level, that is Makinde.

“I don’t want Nigerians to underrate him, especially the candidates and they would see the wonders of the world, this is a mobilizer, a manager of resources, an engineer per excellence.

“Somebody who used little resources and did so much. Where there was abject neglect and abandonment in Oyo State, he brought urban renewal to a level that nobody has ever done it.”

Arise TV’s The Morning Show regularly features political figures, analysts and other public commentators, often generating strong exchanges over government policies, opposition politics and the performance of political leaders.

Giftimoni:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvh1iedbqPo

A political discussion on Arise Television’s The Morning Show descended into a heated exchange as members of the programme’s presenting team expressed divergent views on issues surrounding Nigeria’s political landscape.

The disagreement, which unfolded during the live programme, reflected the increasingly intense nature of political debates in the country as attention gradually shifts towards the 2027 general elections.

The presenters challenged different positions during the discussion, with the exchange becoming increasingly animated as they defended their respective perspectives on political developments and leadership.

While disagreements among television presenters are not unusual, the intensity of the exchange drew attention because of the programme’s reputation as a platform for robust discussions on national affairs.

Arise TV’s The Morning Show regularly features political figures, analysts and other public commentators, often generating strong exchanges over government policies, opposition politics and the performance of political leaders.

Indeed, previous editions of the programme have also produced heated political conversations. A 2023 academic study examining interactions on the show found that interruptions and competing attempts to control the conversation could shape the dynamics of political interviews.

The latest incident has consequently renewed discussions about the balance between robust political debate and maintaining civility during live television programmes.

As Nigeria’s political environment becomes increasingly charged ahead of 2027, such exchanges are likely to remain a major feature of public discourse, particularly on programmes that provide platforms for competing political viewpoints.

The incident has also generated questions about whether strong disagreements among media personalities can contribute to deeper political understanding or instead risk shifting attention away from the substantive issues being debated.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvh1iedbqPo

A political discussion on Arise Television’s The Morning Show descended into a heated exchange as members of the programme’s presenting team expressed divergent views on issues surrounding Nigeria’s political landscape.

The disagreement, which unfolded during the live programme, reflected the increasingly intense nature of political debates in the country as attention gradually shifts towards the 2027 general elections.

The presenters challenged different positions during the discussion, with the exchange becoming increasingly animated as they defended their respective perspectives on political developments and leadership.

While disagreements among television presenters are not unusual, the intensity of the exchange drew attention because of the programme’s reputation as a platform for robust discussions on national affairs.

Arise TV’s The Morning Show regularly features political figures, analysts and other public commentators, often generating strong exchanges over government policies, opposition politics and the performance of political leaders.

Indeed, previous editions of the programme have also produced heated political conversations. A 2023 academic study examining interactions on the show found that interruptions and competing attempts to control the conversation could shape the dynamics of political interviews.

The latest incident has consequently renewed discussions about the balance between robust political debate and maintaining civility during live television programmes.

As Nigeria’s political environment becomes increasingly charged ahead of 2027, such exchanges are likely to remain a major feature of public discourse, particularly on programmes that provide platforms for competing political viewpoints.

The incident has also generated questions about whether strong disagreements among media personalities can contribute to deeper political understanding or instead risk shifting attention away from the substantive issues being debated.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60G05SgpzIU

A pastor’s strong warning on the consequences of failing to pay tithe has sparked debate among Christians, with the preacher suggesting that those who stop tithing could lose their blessings and eventually return to seek prayers.

The pastor reportedly made the remarks while speaking on the importance of tithing and obedience to God, warning believers against neglecting what he considers an important biblical obligation.

According to the preacher, failure to maintain the practice could have consequences for a believer’s life, including a reversal of blessings.

“If you fail to pay tithe, blessings will stop, and you will come back to look for me for prayer,” the pastor said.

The statement has generated reactions because of its strong connection between tithing, divine blessings and prayer.

Supporters of the teaching argue that tithing is an expression of obedience and faithfulness to God. Some prominent Nigerian Pentecostal preachers have similarly taught that consistent tithing is connected to financial prosperity and divine protection.

However, the claim that failure to tithe automatically causes blessings to stop remains theologically contested among Christians.

Some Christians reject what they consider a transactional interpretation of giving, arguing that financial giving should be motivated by faith, gratitude and generosity rather than fear of losing God's favour. Debate over whether New Testament Christians are required to tithe in the same manner as Old Testament Israel has also remained widespread.

The controversy surrounding the statement therefore goes beyond the question of whether Christians should tithe, touching on a broader issue: whether God's blessings should be presented as directly conditional on financial contributions to the church.

The pastor's comments have consequently opened another conversation about the place of tithing in contemporary Christianity and the responsibility of church leaders when teaching believers about money, obedience and divine blessings.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uJvkxOoVB-M

Oyedepo speaks warmly about his relationship with Pastor Kumuyi and recounts his experience attending the crusade. His words offer a rare glimpse into the mutual respect, history, and spiritual bond between two influential figures in Nigerian Christianity.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_vXcbXjqAzU

Pastor William F. Kumuyi, General Superintendent of the Deeper Christian Life Ministry, has visited the palace of the Olota of Ota, Oba Adeyemi Obalanlege, ahead of the 2026 Global Crusade with Kumuyi in Ogun State.

Kumuyi paid the courtesy visit to the traditional ruler on Tuesday, accompanied by his wife, senior pastors of the Deeper Life Bible Church, as well as representatives of the Christian Association of Nigeria and the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria.

The visit was part of activities leading up to the five-day Global Crusade with Kumuyi, scheduled to hold from August 26 to 30, 2026, at Anglican Grammar School in Ota.

The crusade is themed “Total Transformation with Christ.” According to Kumuyi, the programme is expected to bring spiritual transformation, healing and restoration to participants, while also providing an opportunity to pray for peace, security and progress in Nigeria.

Speaking at the Olota’s palace, Kumuyi said he believed the time was right for the GCK programme to come to Ogun State, noting that the ministry would seek divine intervention for the country.

He also disclosed that the GCK medical team would provide free medical services as part of the programme.

The cleric said the crusade had produced testimonies of transformed lives and families in different parts of the world, expressing hope that similar testimonies would emerge from the Ogun edition.

The Olota of Ota, Oba Adeyemi Obalanlege, welcomed Kumuyi and his delegation to Ota. The monarch expressed optimism that the crusade would transform lives and contribute to peace in the community.

“I believe the Lord is with us here in Ota land,” the monarch said, adding that transformed lives would contribute to a more peaceful Ota.

Joseph Fasanmi, Ogun West Overseer of the Deeper Life Bible Church, also said Kumuyi’s visit and the crusade would bring about total transformation of lives.

The Ogun GCK crusade is expected to attract participants from Ota, other parts of Ogun State and beyond as the Deeper Life ministry begins the five-day programme.

The council includes officials responsible for mobilisation, media and communications, youth and women mobilisation, grassroots operations, digital engagement, finance, security and other areas considered critical to the APC’s electoral strategy.

Giftimoni:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bbnOq7aoAsI

Controversy has greeted the composition of the All Progressives Congress, APC, 2027 Presidential Campaign Council following the inclusion of former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu.

Social commentators, journalists, and analysts have questioned the decision to include Edu in the campaign structure, raising concerns over the political implications of giving her a prominent role ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The controversy comes as the APC intensifies preparations for the presidential election and begins assembling a broad political structure to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid.

According to the list released by the party, President Tinubu will serve as Chairman of the 2027 Presidential Campaign Council, while Vice President Kashim Shettima and APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda will serve as Vice Chairmen.

Former Zamfara State Governor, Senator Abdulaziz Yari, has been appointed Director-General of the campaign council, while Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma will serve as Secretary.

The 223-member structure brings together governors, federal lawmakers, former political office holders, party leaders and other stakeholders across various directorates.

The council includes officials responsible for mobilisation, media and communications, youth and women mobilisation, grassroots operations, digital engagement, finance, security and other areas considered critical to the APC’s electoral strategy.

Edu’s inclusion, however, has become a subject of debate because of the controversy that surrounded her tenure as humanitarian affairs minister.

Her appointment provides fresh political ammunition for critics who argue that the APC should be cautious about the public perception associated with individuals selected for prominent roles in its 2027 campaign.

For the ruling party, however, the campaign council appears designed to maximise political mobilisation and bring together influential figures capable of reaching different sections of the electorate.

The development comes as Nigeria’s political parties gradually move from early positioning to more concrete preparations for the 2027 elections.

With the APC seeking to retain the presidency, the composition and effectiveness of its campaign council will likely face intense scrutiny in the months ahead.

The controversy surrounding Betta Edu also highlights a broader challenge for political parties: balancing loyalty, experience and mobilisation capacity with public perception and questions surrounding the records of individuals given prominent political responsibilities.

As the 2027 contest gathers momentum, more attention is expected to focus not only on the candidates and their policies but also on the personalities driving their campaigns.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bbnOq7aoAsI

Controversy has greeted the composition of the All Progressives Congress, APC, 2027 Presidential Campaign Council following the inclusion of former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu.

Social commentators, journalists, and analysts have questioned the decision to include Edu in the campaign structure, raising concerns over the political implications of giving her a prominent role ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The controversy comes as the APC intensifies preparations for the presidential election and begins assembling a broad political structure to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid.

According to the list released by the party, President Tinubu will serve as Chairman of the 2027 Presidential Campaign Council, while Vice President Kashim Shettima and APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda will serve as Vice Chairmen.

Former Zamfara State Governor, Senator Abdulaziz Yari, has been appointed Director-General of the campaign council, while Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma will serve as Secretary.

The 223-member structure brings together governors, federal lawmakers, former political office holders, party leaders and other stakeholders across various directorates.

The council includes officials responsible for mobilisation, media and communications, youth and women mobilisation, grassroots operations, digital engagement, finance, security and other areas considered critical to the APC’s electoral strategy.

Edu’s inclusion, however, has become a subject of debate because of the controversy that surrounded her tenure as humanitarian affairs minister.

Her appointment provides fresh political ammunition for critics who argue that the APC should be cautious about the public perception associated with individuals selected for prominent roles in its 2027 campaign.

For the ruling party, however, the campaign council appears designed to maximise political mobilisation and bring together influential figures capable of reaching different sections of the electorate.

The development comes as Nigeria’s political parties gradually move from early positioning to more concrete preparations for the 2027 elections.

With the APC seeking to retain the presidency, the composition and effectiveness of its campaign council will likely face intense scrutiny in the months ahead.

The controversy surrounding Betta Edu also highlights a broader challenge for political parties: balancing loyalty, experience and mobilisation capacity with public perception and questions surrounding the records of individuals given prominent political responsibilities.

As the 2027 contest gathers momentum, more attention is expected to focus not only on the candidates and their policies but also on the personalities driving their campaigns.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=leLWTBKTrJg

treesun:
“In Osun State, I know a man I raised who’s nicknamed ‘Half Salary’” — President Tinubu drops heavy jibe at Aregbesola.

“In Osun State, I know a man I raised who’s nicknamed ‘Half Salary’” — President Tinubu drops heavy jibe at Aregbesola pic.twitter.com/J0nRgmeu4Y

— YabaLeftOnline (@yabaleftonline) August 21, 2026

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=leLWTBKTrJg
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election, urging him to use his victory to promote unity, reconciliation and stability across the state.

Tinubu spoke on Thursday at the Presidential Villa in Abuja when Adeleke visited him following his victory in the August 15 governorship election and presented his Certificate of Return to the President.

In a message that has attracted significant political attention, Tinubu told Adeleke that his electoral victory should not be viewed as a conquest over his opponents.

“You did not conquer anybody; you won the election. That is the essence of democracy,” the President said.

Tinubu urged the governor not to stigmatise or victimise those who opposed him during the campaign, stressing that the people of Osun had chosen him to govern.

He encouraged Adeleke to use his second term to expand his political reach and build a broader network of unity, peace and stability.

The President also made a striking reference to his own political journey.

“Use me as an example. I got here. God put me here. Where you are today, God put you there,” Tinubu told the governor.

According to the President, political success should not be attributed solely to individual brilliance or campaign strategy, but should also be seen in the context of the support of the people and, in his words, the will of God.

Tinubu described Adeleke as being in a unique position to make history and urged him to promote democracy, the rule of law, peace and stability in Osun State.

The President's comments come after Adeleke secured re-election in the closely watched Osun governorship contest.

The meeting also carried political significance because Tinubu and Adeleke have been associated with opposing political camps, yet the President publicly welcomed the governor and encouraged him to govern inclusively.

For Adeleke, the message now shifts from electoral victory to governance.

Tinubu's central challenge to the governor was clear: the election may have produced a winner, but the mandate comes with a responsibility to govern all residents of Osun State — including those who voted against him.

As Adeleke begins his second term, attention will now turn to whether he can translate his electoral victory into broader political reconciliation, effective governance and tangible development for the people of Osun State.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VOTCwS7RKlc
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu reportedly placed a late-night call to Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, around 2am to congratulate him on his victory in the August 15 governorship election, according to television analyst and journalist Reuben Abati.

The revelation adds a new dimension to the political aftermath of the Osun election, particularly given that Adeleke defeated the candidate of the All Progressives Congress, the party led by President Tinubu.

Adeleke, who contested the election on the platform of the Accord Party, secured 511,067 votes to defeat APC candidate Bola Oyebamiji, who polled 444,815 votes.

The result gave Adeleke another four-year mandate as governor of the state.

Tinubu's Personal Gesture

The reported 2am phone call has drawn attention because of its timing and the political circumstances surrounding the election.

Rather than waiting until the following day to send a formal congratulatory message, Tinubu was said to have personally reached out to Adeleke shortly after the result became clear.

The gesture reinforces the President's public position that the outcome of the election reflected the choice of Osun voters.

Tinubu had earlier congratulated Adeleke on his victory and urged him to use his renewed mandate to unite the people of Osun State and pursue development for all residents, irrespective of their political affiliations.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kl7kHWXMkTc

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has ordered the demolition of houses and other structures built on waterways and drainage channels across Abuja following recent flooding in parts of the nation’s capital.

Wike issued the directive after inspecting flood-affected areas and assessing the causes of the flooding.

The minister said the inspection revealed that some property owners had constructed buildings on designated water channels, obstructing the natural flow of water and contributing to flooding.

Wike directed the FCT Development Control Department to identify and remove structures found to be obstructing waterways.

He warned that the enforcement would apply regardless of the status or influence of the property owners, stressing that structures built on designated water channels would not be allowed to remain.

The directive has renewed concerns over urban planning and development in Abuja, particularly the alleged encroachment on drainage corridors and other areas reserved under the city's master plan.

The minister's action also raises questions about how such properties received development approvals and whether land allocation and building regulations were properly enforced.

For residents and property owners, the planned demolition exercise could have significant implications, particularly for those who purchased properties without fully verifying their planning and environmental status.

Wike has also indicated that the Federal Capital Territory Administration is reviewing aspects of the Abuja Master Plan to reflect the city's current development realities.

The review is expected to address some of the challenges created by Abuja's rapid expansion and increasing pressure on its infrastructure.

As the FCT Administration prepares to enforce the demolition order, attention will now turn to how the exercise is carried out and whether it will lead to stronger enforcement of planning regulations and improved flood management across the capital.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cLa9lDcIBik

SlavaUkraini:
https://www.thecable.ng/osun-guber-apm-pdp-candidates-step-down-for-adeleke/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s36x3dXQKAU

fergie001:
Osun Governorship election holds tomorrow across the 30 LGAs


Mohammed Kudu Haruna
National Commissioner,
Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee
13th August, 2026

Fadahunsi has reportedly clarified that his use of the word “kill” was not a call for physical violence. He explained that he meant supporters should defeat or “kill Accord with votes” at the polls.

Giftimoni:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UxFasGpkiY

Also the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called for the suspension, arrest and investigation of Senator Francis Fadahunsi following a viral video in which the Osun East senator was accused of making remarks interpreted as a threat against members of the Accord Party.

The controversy comes just days before the August 15, 2026 Osun State governorship election, heightening concerns over political rhetoric and election-related violence in the state.

The video showed Fadahunsi addressing supporters in Ilesa, where his comments about “killing” the Accord Party generated widespread reactions after the footage circulated on social media.

The NHRC condemned what it described as statements capable of encouraging violence or intimidation against political opponents. The commission stressed that Nigerians have a fundamental right to participate in the electoral process and support political parties of their choice without threats or fear.

The development also prompted the Osun State Police Command to invite Fadahunsi for questioning over the viral remarks.

According to reports, the senator honoured the invitation and appeared before the police in Osogbo.

Fadahunsi has reportedly clarified that his use of the word “kill” was not a call for physical violence. He explained that he meant supporters should defeat or “kill Accord with votes” at the polls.

The clarification has added another dimension to the controversy, with attention now focused on the context of the senator’s statement and the outcome of the police investigation.

The incident has nevertheless renewed concerns about the language used by political actors during election campaigns, particularly as Osun State approaches a closely watched governorship poll.

With political parties intensifying their campaigns, stakeholders have continued to stress the need for peaceful elections and responsible conduct by candidates, party leaders and their supporters.

The controversy involving Fadahunsi highlights the broader challenge facing Nigeria’s electoral process: ensuring that political competition does not translate into intimidation, threats or violence.

As the August 15 election approaches, the response of security agencies and political parties to inflammatory statements could prove critical in maintaining public confidence and ensuring that voters can freely exercise their democratic rights.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UxFasGpkiY

Also the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called for the suspension, arrest and investigation of Senator Francis Fadahunsi following a viral video in which the Osun East senator was accused of making remarks interpreted as a threat against members of the Accord Party.

The controversy comes just days before the August 15, 2026 Osun State governorship election, heightening concerns over political rhetoric and election-related violence in the state.

The video showed Fadahunsi addressing supporters in Ilesa, where his comments about “killing” the Accord Party generated widespread reactions after the footage circulated on social media.

The NHRC condemned what it described as statements capable of encouraging violence or intimidation against political opponents. The commission stressed that Nigerians have a fundamental right to participate in the electoral process and support political parties of their choice without threats or fear.

The development also prompted the Osun State Police Command to invite Fadahunsi for questioning over the viral remarks.

According to reports, the senator honoured the invitation and appeared before the police in Osogbo.

Fadahunsi has reportedly clarified that his use of the word “kill” was not a call for physical violence. He explained that he meant supporters should defeat or “kill Accord with votes” at the polls.

The clarification has added another dimension to the controversy, with attention now focused on the context of the senator’s statement and the outcome of the police investigation.

The incident has nevertheless renewed concerns about the language used by political actors during election campaigns, particularly as Osun State approaches a closely watched governorship poll.

With political parties intensifying their campaigns, stakeholders have continued to stress the need for peaceful elections and responsible conduct by candidates, party leaders and their supporters.

The controversy involving Fadahunsi highlights the broader challenge facing Nigeria’s electoral process: ensuring that political competition does not translate into intimidation, threats or violence.

As the August 15 election approaches, the response of security agencies and political parties to inflammatory statements could prove critical in maintaining public confidence and ensuring that voters can freely exercise their democratic rights.

Four years later, Osun is again witnessing a highly competitive political battle, with the APC seeking to reclaim the state while Adeleke is seeking to retain the governorship.

Giftimoni:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s36x3dXQKAU

Political tension is mounting in Osun State as Governor Ademola Adeleke and former Governor Adegboyega Oyetola trade accusations ahead of the August 15, 2026 governorship election.

Oyetola, who is now the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, has dismissed the significance of Adeleke's endorsement of President Bola Tinubu, insisting that such political support will not prevent the APC from defeating the incumbent governor at the polls.

According to Oyetola, Adeleke's concerns about the election environment indicate growing anxiety within the governor's camp as the election approaches.

The comments have triggered a fresh response from Governor Adeleke, who has accused Oyetola and the All Progressives Congress of allegedly planning to rig the election.

Adeleke has called on the people of Osun State to remain vigilant and protect their votes, while warning against any attempt to interfere with the electoral process.

The allegations, however, remain claims by the respective political camps, with the APC rejecting accusations that it is planning to manipulate the election.

The latest confrontation comes against the backdrop of the 2022 Osun governorship election, when Adeleke defeated Oyetola in a closely fought contest.

Four years later, Osun is again witnessing a highly competitive political battle, with the APC seeking to reclaim the state while Adeleke is seeking to retain the governorship.

As August 15 draws closer, attention is increasingly focused on the preparedness of the electoral authorities, the conduct of political parties and the role of security agencies.

The credibility of the election will ultimately depend on whether voters are able to cast their ballots freely and whether the process is conducted peacefully and transparently.

For now, the political battle remains intense, with both camps confident of victory.

But on election day, the final decision will rest with the people of Osun State.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s36x3dXQKAU

Political tension is mounting in Osun State as Governor Ademola Adeleke and former Governor Adegboyega Oyetola trade accusations ahead of the August 15, 2026 governorship election.

Oyetola, who is now the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, has dismissed the significance of Adeleke's endorsement of President Bola Tinubu, insisting that such political support will not prevent the APC from defeating the incumbent governor at the polls.

According to Oyetola, Adeleke's concerns about the election environment indicate growing anxiety within the governor's camp as the election approaches.

The comments have triggered a fresh response from Governor Adeleke, who has accused Oyetola and the All Progressives Congress of allegedly planning to rig the election.

Adeleke has called on the people of Osun State to remain vigilant and protect their votes, while warning against any attempt to interfere with the electoral process.

The allegations, however, remain claims by the respective political camps, with the APC rejecting accusations that it is planning to manipulate the election.

The latest confrontation comes against the backdrop of the 2022 Osun governorship election, when Adeleke defeated Oyetola in a closely fought contest.

Four years later, Osun is again witnessing a highly competitive political battle, with the APC seeking to reclaim the state while Adeleke is seeking to retain the governorship.

As August 15 draws closer, attention is increasingly focused on the preparedness of the electoral authorities, the conduct of political parties and the role of security agencies.

The credibility of the election will ultimately depend on whether voters are able to cast their ballots freely and whether the process is conducted peacefully and transparently.

For now, the political battle remains intense, with both camps confident of victory.

But on election day, the final decision will rest with the people of Osun State.