Politics
Governor Abiodun Mourns Ogun REC Olaniyi Ijalaye
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has extended his heartfelt condolences to the family of the late Barrister Olaniyi Ijalaye, the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) for Ogun State with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
Ijalaye passed away on Monday evening in Abuja following a meeting at INEC’s headquarters.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Lekan Adeniran, Governor Abiodun expressed his deep sorrow over Ijalaye’s sudden death, describing it as a significant shock.
He acknowledged Ijalaye’s distinguished service, highlighting his honesty, dedication, and intellectual prowess, combined with a notable sense of humility and patriotism.
Governor Abiodun praised the late REC as an exemplary public servant, known for his uncompromising standards and commitment to his duties. He conveyed his sympathies to Ijalaye’s family, friends, and colleagues, urging them to find strength in their grief.
The Governor also offered condolences to the people and government of Ondo State, honouring Ijalaye as a model of diligence and integrity in public service.
While acknowledging the profound loss felt across Ogun State, Governor Abiodun found comfort in the legacy Ijalaye left behind—one of integrity and impactful service.
He concluded with prayers for the peaceful repose of Ijalaye’s soul and for the protection and comfort of his bereaved family.
The Presidency has reacted to the ongoing dispute between former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi and the state government over the state’s finances.
Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, said Obi had claimed he left Anambra debt-free and promised to stop his presidential campaign if proven wrong.
Onanuga said the Anambra government had presented figures showing outstanding obligations to workers, pensioners and contractors under Obi’s administration.
Obi, however, denied the claims, saying his administration cleared over ₦35 billion in historical gratuities and arrears before leaving office.
“If anybody can establish anything to the contrary, I will stop campaigning,” Obi said.
Nigerian socialite Cubana Chief Priest has spoken about why he believes Igbos are supporting President Bola Tinubu’s bid for re-election in the 2027 presidential election.
He said the president’s son, Seyi Tinubu, has given Igbos greater access to the president.
He said “We Igbos now have access to Mr. President Tinubu through his son, Seyi Tinubu. That’s why we’re doing everything to make sure he’s re-elected.”
Cubana Chief Priest also spoke about the growing support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Imo State, saying “Thousands of Imolites are trooping in for registration for APC. Ndi Imo don’t just love the City Boys Movement, they believe in it. Let’s do politics with lifestyle. On Asiwaju’s mandate, we shall stand. Imo is APC. Here, it’s zero competition.”
Spiritual leader Primate Elijah Ayodele warns the APC against being too confident ahead of the 2027 election.
He shared “Overconfidence will kill APC; they will be too overconfident, and that will be the party’s weakness in the election. They will turn Tinubu to a demi-god, but it will make them lose the election. They believe money can do everything, but it will fail in the 2027 election,” Ayodele said.
Ayodele has repeatedly warned the APC not to assume that its current political strength will automatically translate into victory in 2027.
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