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Kwara North Demands Governorship Seat: Tension Mounts Ahead of 2027 Elections.
With less than two years to the 2027 general elections, political tension is intensifying in Kwara State as debates over zoning the governorship seat to the northern senatorial district gain momentum. Youths from Kwara North have been at the forefront of the campaign, insisting that the region deserves its turn to produce the state’s next governor.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Some groups, however, have opposed the zoning push, arguing that the governorship should be open to the most qualified candidate regardless of senatorial district. The incumbent Governor, Abdulrahman AbdulRazaq, had previously pledged to support a successor from Kwara North, but the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) had previously rejected fielding a candidate from the district. In the 2023 elections, PDP’s candidate, Alhaji Abdullahi Yama, a Kwara northerner, reportedly did not receive widespread backing from his region, with critics claiming it was not yet their “turn.”
Currently, three prominent politicians from Kwara North—Senator Umar Sodiq, Engr. Yakubu Danladi Salihu, and Alhaji Tajudeen Audu—have declared interest in the governorship under the All Progressives Congress (APC). The aspirants have reportedly agreed to support whoever secures the party’s ticket. Interestingly, no politicians from Kwara Central or Kwara South have declared their intentions for the race.
Leading the advocacy for a northern governorship is the Kwara North Youth Consultative Forum (KNYCF). The group has engaged counterparts from other regions to seek understanding and cooperation, framing the quest as a matter of fairness and inclusion. KNYCF Chairman Dr. Abduldayan Haruna emphasized that the demand is “about fairness, inclusion, and the unity of Kwara State,” while the forum’s spokesperson, Nura Muhammed, highlighted that Kwara North has yet to produce a governor in the state’s 26-year democratic history, compared with decades-long tenures for the other districts.
Traditional rulers from Kwara North have also voiced their support, urging political parties to zone the governorship to their region. At a meeting focused on unity and security in the north, monarchs representing multiple localities stated that “in the spirit of fairness, equity, and justice, it is the rightful turn of Kwara North to produce the next governor in 2027.” They emphasized unity as essential, advocating for alliances with other districts and lobbying both state and national party structures.
The outreach extended to Kwara South, where monarchs acknowledged the request as fair and necessary. Several senior traditional leaders described the engagement as historic, emphasizing the importance of political inclusion and equitable representation.
Conversely, the Kwara Integrity Movement (KIM) has opposed the zoning arrangement, arguing that leadership should be based on merit, competence, and vision rather than geography. KIM Chairman Hon. Oniwara Babatunde warned against coercing traditional rulers into partisan politics, urging an open and competitive election. Similarly, a faction of APC leaders under the Kwara Political Leaders of Thought (KPLOT) stressed that the governorship should not be imposed or restricted by zoning, insisting that the state requires capable leadership to address pressing security challenges.
The debate in Kwara is now framed around the balance between regional equity and the need for effective, competent governance, with both proponents of zoning and merit-based selection mobilizing support ahead of the 2027 elections.
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4. “They Are Among Us”: Tinubu’s Aide Drops Bombshell On Internal Complicity in Massive Scam.
Temitope Ajayi, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Information and Public Affairs, has acknowledged that it is difficult to rule out the involvement of internal figures in the ongoing controversy surrounding a counterfeit government agency.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The scandal centers on serious corruption allegations involving the President’s Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, and an individual named Prince Mathew Adeniyi Adeyemi, who claims to lead the non-existent Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC).
As previously highlighted by DAILY POST, this situation has sparked intense scrutiny regarding the integrity and accountability of the Tinubu administration. Prince Adeyemi has alleged that the fictitious PFIPC managed to secure budgetary allocations in the 2026 fiscal year and successfully opened several official accounts—including a Domiciliary Account, a Pounds Sterling account, and a Treasury Single Account (TSA)—with the Central Bank of Nigeria.
Furthermore, Adeyemi has accused the Chief of Staff of facilitating his fraudulent appointment for a total of N600 million, claiming that N400 million was paid via proxies, leaving an outstanding balance of N200 million.
Addressing the possibility of internal collaboration, Ajayi pointed to the sheer brazenness of the operation as a red flag:
“Well, it’s not impossible, because even the audacity to go and operate inside the government federal secretariat is enough to suggest anything could have gone at some point”.
Ajayi expressed confusion over how the suspect obtained a falsified appointment letter attributed to the Chief of Staff, emphasizing that presidential appointments remain the exclusive prerogative of the President.
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‘IT COULD HAPPEN ANYWHERE’: APC Chieftain Sparks Outrage By Comparing PFIPC Scandal To 9/11 Terror Attacks!.
Dr. Taofiq Raimi, an All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, has come to the defense of the Presidency concerning the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) controversy. During an appearance on Arise Television’s Prime Time on Friday, Raimi argued that it is unfair to blame the Presidency for the incident, noting that even advanced nations are susceptible to sophisticated crimes. He drew a comparison to the September 11 terrorist attacks in the United States to illustrate his point that complex criminal activities can bypass security measures anywhere in the world. The controversy involves an individual named Adeyemi Adeniyi Matthew, who allegedly impersonated the leader of the PFIPC—a council the Presidency maintains does not exist.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
APC chieftain Dr. Taofiq Raimi has dismissed claims that the PFIPC scandal represents a failure of the Presidency. Raimi emphasized that sophisticated crimes can occur in any country, citing the 9/11 attacks in the U.S. as an example of how security can be breached despite high-level oversight. This defense follows reports of Adeyemi Adeniyi Matthew, an impostor who allegedly posed as the Director-General of the non-existent council, whom the Presidency is currently prosecuting.
Option 3: Focus on the Comparison In a recent televised interview, APC chieftain Dr. Taofiq Raimi suggested that the PFIPC impersonation scandal should not be viewed as a lapse by the Nigerian Presidency. Comparing the situation to the 9/11 attacks in America, Raimi argued that such sophisticated criminal acts are difficult to prevent, regardless of a nation’s advancement. The Presidency continues to clarify that the council mentioned by the suspect, Adeyemi Adeniyi Matthew, is non-existent and that the matter is under criminal investigation.
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BLOODSTAINED NATION: 3,550 Nigerians Slain In Just Six Months, Intersociety Reveals!.
A new report from the human rights organization Intersociety alleges that 3,550 Nigerians were killed by jihadists between January and June 2026. The data indicates that this death toll includes 2,550 Christians and 1,050 Muslims. Additionally, the organization reported that 2,800 Christians and 1,150 Muslims were abducted during this six-month period. The report, signed by leadership across several departments including Emeka Umeagbalasi, Chidinma Evangeline Udegbunam, Obianuju Joy Igboeli, and Chinwe Umeche, further documents the destruction of 300 churches, the murder or abduction of several Christian pastors, and the forced conversion of 800 Christian women and children.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to a recent report by Intersociety, violence by jihadists resulted in an estimated 3,550 deaths and 3,950 total abductions across Nigeria in the first half of 2026. The group’s analysis attributes 2,550 of these deaths and 2,800 of the abductions to attacks targeting Christians, while 1,050 deaths and 1,150 abductions affected Muslim victims. The organization sharply criticized the Nigerian government, describing its failure to address these security challenges as a “clear case of self-indictment” and evidence of its inability to protect citizens. Intersociety also detailed specific incidents, including the targeted killing of Christian clerics and attacks on non-Fulani Muslim civilians in states such as Zamfara, Kaduna, and Sokoto.
Option 3: Data-Focused Overview Intersociety’s latest research on the security situation in Nigeria for the first six months of 2026 highlights the following key findings:
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Total Casualties: An estimated 3,550 people were killed and 3,950 people were abducted in jihadist-related violence.
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Impact on Christians: Approximately 2,550 Christians were killed and 2,800 were abducted across 720 attacks, averaging 120 attacks per month. Notable hotspots for these fatalities included Plateau and Southern Borno.
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Impact on Muslims: The report notes that 1,050 Muslims were killed and 1,150 were abducted, with many victims belonging to non-Fulani populations in the northern and central regions.
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Institutional Damage: Jihadists reportedly destroyed 300 churches and forcibly converted 800 Christian women and children to Islam.
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