Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) have taken Alalade Bukola Felix, popularly known as Machiavelli and serving as a Special Assistant on Media to Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, into custody following a late-night operation at his residence.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

According to Sahara Reporters, the incident unfolded at approximately 1:00 AM on Monday when security personnel arrived at the aide’s home. According to an account provided by his wife, Folakemi, family members initially hesitated to open the door because the identities of the individuals outside could not be immediately verified.

While a voice recording from the scene captured Alalade asking the operatives to identify themselves and expressing willingness to step outside voluntarily, sounds of the entrance being forced open were also documented. Folakemi recounted that after officers began banging on the door and demanding entry, they ultimately broke through the barrier and brought her husband away.

Although the operatives stated they were police officers, they reportedly did not specify their particular unit or formation, nor did they inform the family of the specific offense leading to the arrest. Folakemi noted that she later received information indicating her husband was transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department in Osogbo.

The Oil & Gas Professionals Forum (OGPF) has dismissed the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL)’s recent response to criticisms concerning the marginal field licensing round, labeling the statement as misleading and diversionary.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The forum asserted that the national oil company failed to address crucial concerns regarding potential conflicts of interest, the beneficiaries of the bidding process, and overall leadership performance under Group Chief Executive Officer Bayo Ojulari.

Previously, the OGPF demanded the removal of Ojulari alongside Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) Chief Executive Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, citing performance concerns and award controversies. In response, NNPCL stated that it operates entirely as a commercial entity under the Petroleum Industry Act 2021, holding no regulatory or asset allocation powers, which legally fall under the NUPRC.

In a fresh statement issued by convener Ayodele Momoh, the OGPF argued that NNPCL’s defense ignored core issues. The forum alleged that close associates of leadership secured allocations during the 37-block licensing round, raising questions about accountability and potential private gain. Furthermore, the group contended that recent improvements in oil and gas output metrics fall short of broader production goals, insisting that leadership accountability should be measured strictly against targeted milestones rather than marginal output gains.

Nigerian activist and lawyer Deji Adeyanju has asserted that he has made greater sacrifices for Nigeria’s democracy than former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi, stating that he considers himself more deserving of recognition in that regard.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Speaking during an interview with Seun Okinbaloye, Adeyanju discussed his political differences with Obi and individuals within the former presidential candidate’s support base. He clarified that his criticisms stem from political disagreements rather than personal animosity, though he vowed to respond directly to anyone who attacks him.

Adeyanju dismissed engaging with Obi’s aides, maintaining that his focus remains on the former governor himself. He highlighted his history of activism, claiming to have faced physical threats and arrests multiple times while defending democratic principles, and questioned the foundational efforts of others in the political sphere.