Hon. Princess Damilola Sonayon-James is poised to become the All Progressives Congress (APC) deputy governorship candidate in Lagos State, where she is expected to join incumbent Deputy Governor Femi Hamzat—the party’s gubernatorial flagbearer—on the ticket. Her selection is the result of extensive internal party consultations that highlighted her deep grassroots influence, extensive political experience, and dedication to community development. An official unveiling by the APC is anticipated shortly.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Background and Lineage Currently serving as the APC Assistant State Woman Leader in Lagos, Princess Sonayon-James hails from the Kweme Kingdom in the Badagry West Local Council Development Area. As the granddaughter of the late Oba Afolabi Ogungbe James, she comes from a distinguished Badagry royal family with a deep-rooted tradition of public service and political engagement. Her heritage is tied to the political philosophies of the late Chief Obafemi Awolowo and the legacy of former Governor Alhaji Lateef Jakande.

Education and Professional Experience

• Academic Credentials: She holds a B.Sc. in Business and Human Resources Management from the University of Hull (UK) and an M.Sc. in Social Work with a specialization in Community Development from the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology.

• Public Service: Her previous roles include serving as a Supervisory Councillor in Badagry West LCDA and as a member of the Think Tank for the Lagos State Ministry of Youth and Social Development.

Political Impact Princess Sonayon-James is highly regarded for her ability to mobilize grassroots support and her commitment to community-based engagement. Within the Badagry Division, party stakeholders and members have lauded her nomination, viewing it as a significant move to enhance political representation for the coastal regions of Lagos. Notably, her name, “Sonayon,” originates from the Ègùn language and carries the hopeful meaning of “Tomorrow is Bright” or “Better Days Ahead.”

Teachers in Akwa Ibom State are set to hold a peaceful rally on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, in solidarity with the teachers and pupils abducted in Oyo State. The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Akwa Ibom State Wing, has announced that all primary and post-primary schools in the state will remain closed for the day to allow for this participation.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• Rally Logistics: The demonstration will begin at the Teachers’ House on IBB Avenue, Uyo, and end at the Governor’s Office.

• The Incident: This action follows the May 15 abduction of teachers and pupils from Baptist Nursery and Primary Schools in the Esiele and Yawota communities of Oyo State’s Oriire Local Government Area.

• Union’s Concerns: The NUT reports that some victims have allegedly been killed, while others remain in captivity, despite previous appeals for government and security intervention.

• National Directive: Following a circular issued on May 29, the national NUT leadership has directed teachers in Oyo State to withdraw services until the captives are released and has instructed all state branches to conduct solidarity rallies and present demands to their respective state governments.

• Broader Context: The union highlighted that this protest reflects deep concern over the recurring nature of school attacks, drawing a parallel to the nationwide protests organized in 2014 following the Chibok schoolgirl abductions.

The union has formally requested that the Ministry of Education support this action as a necessary response to the plight of the affected educators and learners.

Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle remains optimistic about Nigeria’s upcoming international friendly against Poland, emphasizing his team’s commitment to winning despite the unavailability of several core players.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• Impact of Player Withdrawals: High-profile regulars, including Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman, have withdrawn from both the Poland and Portugal friendly matches.

• Strategic Replacements: To compensate for these absences, coach Chelle has called up Genk full-back Christian Akpan and Baník Ostrava midfielder Abdullahi Bewene.

• Preparation and Focus: Currently, 18 players are in camp in Warsaw, including captain Wilfred Ndidi, Moses Simon, and Paul Onuachu, all of whom have begun training.

• Coach’s Stance: Addressing the situation, the 48-year-old coach stated, “We have 18 players in camp now and we will work with that. Everybody must work hard and we will go into the match with the determination to win”.

• Match Schedule: The Super Eagles are set to face Poland on Wednesday at the Stadion Miejski Wroclawiu, followed by a friendly against Portugal in Leiria on June 10.