First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has asserted that Nigeria possesses the strength and resilience to overcome intimidation from insurgents. She shared these remarks on Saturday while meeting with the Ekiti State Traditional Rulers’ Council at the Government House in Ado-Ekiti.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

During the meeting, the First Lady conveyed the following:

• She expressed firm belief that the nation will soon triumph over its current security hurdles.

• She emphasized that President Bola Tinubu is dedicated to resolving insecurity nationwide and is laboring consistently to secure enduring peace.

• She recognized the support provided by international partners in combating security threats and expressed hope that conditions will see significant improvement shortly.

• She encouraged citizens to stay hopeful and prayerful, stating that Nigerians are far too great to be coerced by insurgents.

• She reassured the public that God would not forsake the nation as it strives to surmount these difficulties.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has sharply criticized Governor Seyi Makinde, labeling his recent statements regarding the state’s security challenges as a misunderstanding of his constitutional role. State APC spokesperson, Olawale Sadare, dismissed the governor’s claim that he is limited in addressing insecurity because security structures are under federal control. Sadare condemned the governor’s stance as an example of “cluelessness, insincerity and criminal ineptitude,” arguing that he is failing to accept responsibility for the state’s security issues.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Furthermore, the APC has called for Governor Makinde to resign, suggesting his deputy should finish the remaining year of his term. The party’s statement characterized leaders like Makinde as a threat to societal growth and urged voters to reject them in future elections.

This criticism follows remarks made by Governor Makinde during his acceptance speech as the presidential candidate for the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) in Ibadan on Saturday. During that address, he stated that his ability to rescue abducted individuals—including schoolchildren—is restricted because he lacks absolute authority over security agencies.

The Labour Party in Akwa Ibom State has officially selected Emmanuel Friday Ben as its governorship candidate for the 2027 general elections. His selection followed the party’s gubernatorial primary held on Saturday, May 31, 2026, in Uyo.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Daniel Umobong, Chairman of the Primary Election Committee, announced that Ben was the sole aspirant to purchase the party’s nomination and expression of interest forms for the governorship seat. In addition to the gubernatorial race, the party cleared five candidates for the House of Representatives and 10 for the House of Assembly after a thorough screening process. Umobong confirmed that the primary was conducted peacefully and strictly followed all party regulations.

Party Leadership Reaffirms Unity and Legitimacy Comrade Lincoln Charles, the Akwa Ibom State Labour Party Chairman, congratulated Ben and the other successful candidates, expressing his strong belief in Ben’s capacity to lead the state from the Hilltop Mansion. Addressing concerns regarding potential internal divisions, Charles emphasized his position as the sole recognized state chairman. He further underscored the legitimacy of the primary by noting that officials from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) were present to observe the entire process. “The governorship candidate of this party is Emmanuel Friday Ben who has just emerged from the just-concluded primaries. So, anyone who’s not here is not known by INEC or Labour Party in Akwa Ibom State,” Charles stated.

In his acceptance speech, Ben expressed gratitude to the party leadership and members for their support. Speaking on behalf of all the newly elected candidates, he pledged to uphold the party’s trust and called for unity among members to ensure a competitive and strong performance in the 2027 general elections.