During the inaugural State House Press Corps Presidential Dinner in Abuja, President Bola Tinubu issued a stern call for responsible journalism. He urged media organizations to avoid becoming platforms for criminal elements, such as bandits and terrorists, arguing that irresponsible reporting undermines national stability.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

President Tinubu emphasized that while the government is actively neutralizing threats and rescuing hostages, the media plays a crucial role in maintaining a safe environment. He highlighted a collaborative framework for democracy: the government acts and explains its decisions, while the media observes and holds leadership accountable through questioning. Ultimately, he warned against allowing media outlets to amplify the messages of those intent on harming the nation.

Senate President Lauds Tinubu’s Performance

In a separate event, Senate President Godswill Akpabio lauded President Tinubu as a “miracle worker,” noting his administration’s prolific track record. Representing the President at the commissioning of the Old Keffi Road (stretching from Kado Fish Market to Deidei), Akpabio highlighted the significance of the project in marking the administration’s third anniversary.

The Senate President remarked that no other Nigerian leader in history has commissioned a comparable number of projects across the country within their first three years in office, reinforcing his view of Tinubu as a high-performing leader.

A group of All Progressives Congress (APC) stakeholders in Kwara State has formally requested that Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq intervene regarding the party’s candidacy for the Ekiti/Irepodun/Isin/Oke-Ero Federal Constituency in the upcoming 2027 elections. The stakeholders, including local government council officials and APC leaders from Ekiti and Oke-Ero, contend that the candidate currently recognized by the party is not the individual who won the primary election held on May 16, 2026.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• Disputed Results: The petitioners claim that Abolarin Ganiyu won the primary with 17,128 votes, while the incumbent, Raheem Tunji Olawuyi, received only 2,978 votes. They expressed concern that Olawuyi, who reportedly placed sixth, is being presented as the winner.

• Political Imbalance: The stakeholders argue that the constituency has suffered from political inequity since 1999, as the seat has consistently been held by representatives from either Irepodun or Isin local government areas. They noted that Ekiti and Oke-Ero, which collectively comprise 20 of the constituency’s 42 wards, have never produced a representative.

• Call for Action: In their open letter, the leaders urged Governor AbdulRazaq to work with the APC national leadership to recognize Abolarin Ganiyu as the legitimate candidate. They stated that this correction is necessary to uphold justice, equity, and internal party democracy.

Portugal secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Croatia in Toronto on Thursday, punching their ticket to the World Cup round of 16. Although Ivan Perisic gave Croatia the lead in the 53rd minute, Cristiano Ronaldo equalized via a 68th-minute penalty before Goncalo Ramos scored a header in the fourth minute of stoppage time to clinch the win. A potential late equalizer from Josko Gvardiol was overturned by VAR for offside. Following the win, an emotional Ronaldo dedicated the performance to his late teammate, Diogo Jota, wearing a jersey with Jota’s number 21. Portugal is now set to face European champions Spain in Dallas this Monday.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶