Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has announced that the state will ramp up efforts to deliver a larger number of votes for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Governor Oyebanji made this declaration at a town hall meeting in Ifaki-Ekiti with stakeholders from the Ekiti North Senatorial District, which served as part of the consultations for the 2027 state budget.

Key Highlights from the Meeting:

• Reciprocating Federal Support: Urging Ekiti voters to back President Tinubu again, Oyebanji pointed to infrastructure projects and federal appointments benefiting the state as clear reasons to show appreciation by surpassing previous vote counts.

• Second-Term Economic Focus: Oyebanji explained that his upcoming second term will prioritize value-added initiatives to maximize limited public resources, aiming to boost commerce, enhance productivity, and support local artisans and businesses.

• Infrastructure and Public Utilities: Commissioners at the event highlighted key administration milestones, noting that over 500 boreholes have been constructed with 110 more proposed, over 1,800 healthcare workers have been recruited, and new general hospitals have been approved. The governor also pointed to major federal-state road collaborations like the Ado-Ijan-Ilumoba-Ikole and Ado-Aramoko-Ita-Ore roads.

• Community and Stakeholder Demands: Traditional rulers and local representatives pledged their support for Oyebanji’s second-term agenda (beginning October 16, 2026) while presenting community priority needs—including better roads, stable electricity, expanded water supply, and enhanced security.

Governor Oyebanji concluded by praising traditional rulers for their security intelligence contributions and reaffirmed his commitment to a participatory government that continuously seeks public counsel.

An escalating dispute between Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike and several All Progressives Congress (APC) governors has reportedly divided the party’s 31 state governors into separate camps.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

While some governors are sympathetic to Wike, others have aligned with Progressive Governors’ Forum Chairman and Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma, alongside Nigeria Governors’ Forum Chairman and Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq. Other governors are uncommitted, reportedly waiting for President Bola Tinubu to return before taking a stance.

Key Developments and Factions:

• The Pro-Wike Camp: A party source noted that Wike maintains support due to previous relationships and his background as a former governor. Governors reportedly sympathetic to him include Ahmadu Fintiri (Adamawa), Umo Eno (Akwa Ibom), Monday Okpebholo (Edo), Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Lagos), and Ahmed Ododo (Kogi).

• The Opposition Camp: Uzodimma and AbdulRazaq are joined by Uba Sani (Kaduna) and Dapo Abiodun (Ogun) in opposing the minister.

• The Core Dispute: The clash came to light after a closed-door meeting where the Progressive Governors’ Forum resolved that APC governors will back strictly official ruling-party candidates for the 2027 elections. This stance is seen as a rejection of Wike’s Rainbow Coalition, which promotes Tinubu’s re-election while supporting non-APC candidates in other races. Governors fear mixed candidate support could confuse voters and harm the party.

• Wike’s Response: Wike dismissed claims that his coalition threatens the APC, arguing instead that Uzodimma and AbdulRazaq’s opposition stems from alternate political motives, such as internal succession and National Assembly leadership calculations. He has also criticized AbdulRazaq directly over local political issues in Kwara State.

As tensions grow, party leaders are urging restraint and internal dialogue ahead of President Tinubu’s return, which sources expect will shape how the party navigates these competing interests.

Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has broken his silence from detention, addressing the noticeable silence and withdrawal of close political associates, friends, and family members amid his ongoing legal and political challenges.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In a strongly worded statement titled “My Relationships and the Aftermath,” El-Rufai reflected on how adversity has tested long-standing ties, noting that difficult times have a clear way of revealing the true nature of human connections.

Key highlights from his explosive statement include:

• No Regrets for Past Support: El-Rufai maintained that his decisions to stand by individuals and causes over the years were driven by his personal convictions, Islamic faith, and conscience rather than an expectation of praise, gratitude, or reciprocity.

• The Silence of Allies: The former governor acknowledged that some people he previously supported have chosen to remain silent, distance themselves, or even rewrite the history of their association with him.

• Zero Resentment or Retribution: Despite the situation, El-Rufai declared that he harbors no hatred or bitterness toward those who walked away, stating clearly: “I bear no resentment towards anyone who chooses not to do the same for me.” He added that he seeks neither revenge nor retribution, choosing instead to leave ultimate judgment to Almighty Allah.

• Reassessing Relationships: While emphasizing that his reflections are not meant as a condemnation, El-Rufai noted that the experience would quietly lead him to reconsider the nature of certain relationships moving forward.

El-Rufai concluded that his primary focus remains keeping his conscience clear and staying at peace with his faith, leaving the verdict of history to posterity.