Politics
Buhari Hails APC’s Okpebholo on Edo Gubernatorial Victory
Former President Muhammadu Buhari has extended his congratulations to the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the newly elected governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo.
The congratulatory message was delivered on Sunday through Buhari’s media aide, Garba Shehu.
Buhari praised the significance of the electoral victory, describing it as a pivotal moment for Edo State.
He expressed optimism that the triumph would not only unite the incoming administration but also create an opportunity for both the winners and the opposition to collaborate for the greater good of the state.
He emphasized the importance of fostering cooperation to strengthen democracy and ensure continued development in Edo.
In his statement, Buhari lauded the APC and Senator Okpebholo for their historic achievement, offering his best wishes for a new era of progress in the state.
He highlighted the need for all political actors, regardless of the election’s outcome, to work together toward the collective advancement of Edo.
Buhari also commended the law enforcement agencies for their role in maintaining peace throughout the election process.
He acknowledged the dedication of the election officials, recognizing their continuous efforts to improve the integrity of Nigeria’s democratic processes.
The former president expressed hope for Nigeria’s future, noting that as Africa’s most populous nation, the country’s steady progress under democratic rule is vital.
He emphasized the broader significance of democratic success, not just for Edo but for the country and the African continent as a whole.
Popular Nigerian singer, Davido, confirms his uncle, Governor Adeleke’s, move from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
The singer confirms this move in his latest song, which he titled “From Umbrella to Broom.” It can be noted that the umbrella signifies the PDP, while the broom signifies the APC in their respective logos.
The singer then speaks on this fact and shares that his uncle will still continue doing great things from this political party. It can also be noted that the singer, as well as Governor Adeleke, took a visit to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
In Davido’s song, the singer sang in Yoruba, which means, “Why are we suffering when the new broom can sweep better?” He also sang about the fact that the youths of today plan to go overseas and not stay in Nigeria.
Professor Wumi Iledare, a respected expert in petroleum economics, has cautioned against rushing to sell Nigeria’s state-owned refineries in Port Harcourt, Warri, and Kaduna. He advised President Bola Tinubu and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to adopt a more strategic and transparent approach that puts national interest first.
His warning follows comments by NNPCL’s Group CEO, Bayo Ojulari, who recently hinted in an interview that the refineries may be sold after their ongoing reviews. Responding to that, Iledare argued that the major issue isn’t government ownership but poor efficiency and management.
“Selling them off without addressing deeper governance failures could lead to the same problems we’ve seen in the past and also risk our energy security,” he said. He recommended public-private partnerships and performance-based agreements as better alternatives, aligning with the spirit of the Petroleum Industry Act of 2021. He also warned that privatisation shouldn’t become a tool for monopoly or be controlled by a privileged few.
According to him, the focus should be on unlocking value and reviving the downstream oil sector in a sustainable way. This comes after NNPCL shut down the Port Harcourt Refinery in May 2025 for maintenance. Despite large sums spent on reviving the Warri and Kaduna plants, both remain inactive. Meanwhile, Aliko Dangote recently stated that those refineries may never function again.
Nigerian Tv Presenter, Morayo Afolabi-Brown, makes headline as she received backlash from the public.
This was prompted after the presenter took to her slicks media and left a cryptic political comment “Dear @officialasiwajubat, please allow him to be President for six months while you take a leave of absence. Let’s see what kind of magic he claims he can perform. This level of desperation is becoming quite disturbing.”
Despite not mentioning names, many of her followers assumed she was talking about Peter Obi. This sparked debate and speculations from his followers who came into her comment section to support him.
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