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IBSW LG Secretary, Hon. Sunday Raphael Celebrates Mama Mukeso On Her Birthday, Lauds Immense Contributions To PDP, Ibadan Southwest LG

Secretary to Ibadan Southwest Local Government, Hon. Sunday Raphael, has congratulated Mama Kikelomo Sogbesan Mukeso on the occasion of her birthday today, March 3, 2026. In a statement on Tuesday, he described Mama Mukeso as an epitome of God’s grace and mercy, having evidently enjoyed divine favour from cradle to this day and wearing it like a badge of honour. He noted that the celebration is a…

Rt. Hon. Muili Arowodana Intensifies Reconciliatory Drive to Strengthen Oyo PDP, Appoints Hon. Asela, Others as Zonal Coordinators

Rt. Hon. Muili Kazeem Kolawole Arowodana, Chairman of the Oyo State Councillors Forum (2021/2024), has stepped into the breach with commendable reconciliatory efforts to ensure that the PDP in Oyo State remains intact, formidable, and united. In a bid to ensure that this exercise stands the test of time and delivers sustainable impact, he facilitated the appointment of Hon. Adelodun Asela, Leader…

Fagbenro-Bibire Congratulates Mama Mukeso on Her Birthday, Describes Her as a Steadfast Leader Who Keeps Things from Falling Apart

Chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, Honourable Abayomi Fagbenro-Bibire, has felicitated a prominent party leader in Ibadan Southwest Local Government, Mama Mukeso, on the occasion of her birthday. In a statement he signed and made available to Polity Reporters today, Tuesday, he described Mama Mukeso as a steadfast leader who keeps things from falling apart, a priceless asset, and a woman…

[In The News] 10 Things You Need To Know This Tuesday Morning

1. A major outbreak of fire yesterday afternoon disrupted flight operations at the international wing of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos. It forced foreign airlines, including British Airways, Lufthansa and Emirates, to divert their inbound flights to Abuja and airports in neighbouring countries. 2. To step up the battle against insecurity, President Bola Tinubu last night told…

Sanwo-Olu Reaffirms Ban On Korope Buses Along Lekki–Epe Corridor

Lagos State Ministry of Transportation has restated that the ban on mini buses, commonly called korope, along the Lekki–Epe Corridor remains in force, stressing that the measure is a central pillar of the state’s ongoing bus sector reforms. In a statement issued by the ministry’s Director of Public Affairs, Bolanle Ogunlola, the government said the policy restricts operations on the corridor to…

Trump Receives Report On Christian Genocide In Nigeria

A United States Congressional delegation, who visited Nigeria recently on a fact finding mission over alleged genocide against Christians, has submitted its findings to President Donald Trump. Congressman, Riley M Moore disclosed this in a post on his Facebook page on Wednesday night. He wrote, “Just presented our report on the persecution of Christians in Nigeria to the White House. More to…

Griezmann To Leave Atletico Madrid After Lookman’s Arrival

Atletico Madrid talisman, Antoine Griezmann, is set to leave for Orlando City. It is believed that talks between the two clubs for Griezmann are at an advanced stage. Football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, wrote on X on Monday night: “Orlando City advance in talks to sign Antoine Griezmann from Atlético Madrid. “Orlando want Griezmann to join in the next weeks after director Ricardo Moreira’s…

Mo Breaks Silence, Rejects AMAC result

The Abuja Municipal Area Council, AMAC, chairmanship candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in the just concluding Federal Capital Territory, FCT Area Council election, Dr Moses Paul, has broken his silence following the outcome of the polls as announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC. Recall that the All Progressives Congress, APC, emerged victorious in five…

‘I Won Before 3PM, Then Magic Happened’ – ADC’s Mo Claims

Candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in the 2026 Abuja Municipal Area Council election, Dr Moses Paul Ogigi, has claimed that by 3pm on Saturday, he had already won the elections. He said he had already won by 3pm, before what he described as magic began to happen. Dr Mo, who was defeated by the candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, as announced by the Independent…

Bibire Applauds Gov. Makinde Over Historic Ibadan to London Flight, Free Bodija Market Shops

Retired United States Navy veteran, Honourable Abayomi Fagbenro, politically known as Bibire, has commended Governor Seyi Makinde for what he described as a bold and historic achievement in facilitating direct international flights from Ibadan to London and inaugurating 540 modern shops and a new motor park for traders at Bodija Market free of charge. He gave this commendation in a statement he…

Lagos Confirms Ban On Korope

Lagos State Government has faulted the blockage of traffic along the CMS–Lekki–Epe Expressway by some mini-bus operators, popularly known as korope, describing the action as a breach of earlier agreements reached with transport unions. In a statement issued by the Lagos State Ministry of Transportation, the government said the disruption occurred on Tuesday, February 17, and Wednesday, February…

INEC Confirms Registration Of Over 1.2 Million New Voters In Ongoing CVR Exercise

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has announced a significant rise in voter enrolment under the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration, CVR, exercise, revealing that more than 1.2 million Nigerians have successfully registered in the second phase of the programme. In an update shared on its official X platform on Thursday, the Commission disclosed that as of February 13, 2026, a…

Bandits Kill Traditional Ruler

Ondo Police have confirmed the death of a traditional ruler, Oba Kehinde Falodun, the Alagamọ of Agamọ community in Akure North Local Government Area of the state. DSP Abayomi Jimoh, the command’s spokesperson, who confirmed this in a statement made available to newsmen on Thursday in Akure, said the incident occurred on Wednesday at about 7:10 p.m. Jimoh said the information was received by the…

Police Restrict Movement Ahead Of Feb 21 FCT Election

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has imposed a 12-hour restriction of movement across Abuja from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on February 21 to facilitate the conduct of the Area Councils’ elections. The command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, announced the measure on Wednesday, explaining that it applies to all residents except essential service providers and individuals…

Arsenal Drop Points Again At Wolves

Arsenal failed to open a seven-point gap at the top of the Premier League table after they threw away a two-goal lead to draw 2-2 at Wolves. The Gunners travelled for their rescheduled game at Molineux, looking to create a big advantage ahead of their rivals. Bukayo Saka, who recently penned a new contract, opened the scoring for Mikel Arteta’s men early in the game. But Arsenal had to wait for…

Army Shoot Student

A student of NKST Secondary School in Sai, Katsina -Ala Local Government Area of Benue State, Tsavnav Gabriel, has reportedly been shot by personnel of the Nigerian Army. The incident occurred on Wednesday evening when soldiers were said to be returning from Tse Jato, where they had escorted the body of a man allegedly killed by suspected Fulani herdsmen. According to residents, the student was…

Full Results Of This Week’s Round Of 16 First-leg Matches

The UEFA Champions League Round of 16 play-offs first leg matches for this week have been concluded. This comes following the conclusion of four matches played on Wednesday. Recall that Club Brugge played a 3-3 at home against Atletico Madrid, while Newcastle United thrashed Qarabağ 6-1. Below are all the matches played this week in the last-16 playoffs first-leg fixtures. Tuesday: Galatasaray…

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