Ten APC governorship aspirants in Kwara State have addressed an open letter to President Bola Tinubu, expressing strong opposition to the reported mobilization of traditional rulers to secure a presidential endorsement for the party’s governorship candidate, Speaker Yakubu Danladi-Salihu. The aspirants characterized the speaker’s emergence during the May 22, 2026, primary as highly controversial.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Following his landmark victory in Saturday’s gubernatorial election, Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has officially received his Certificate of Return from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The presentation took place at the commission’s state headquarters in Ado-Ekiti, conducted by INEC Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) Bunmi Omoseyindemi on behalf of INEC Chairman Prof. Joseph Amupitan.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Event Highlights The ceremony was witnessed by an assembly of traditional rulers, party leaders, government officials, and the Governor’s supporters. During the proceedings:

• REC Omoseyindemi congratulated the Governor on his victory.

• He commended the residents of Ekiti for maintaining peace throughout the election.

• The REC emphasized that the smooth process highlighted the dedication of INEC and its partners to fostering democratic governance.

Governor Oyebanji’s Remarks Upon receiving his certificate, Governor Oyebanji celebrated the win as a shared victory for democracy and good governance. Highlighting the historic nature of his re-election, he noted that he is the first governor in the state’s history to secure consecutive electoral victories at the ballot box.

The Governor pledged to honor the trust placed in him by the electorate and extended his appreciation to President Bola Tinubu, APC members, security agencies, traditional and religious leaders, and various community groups for their roles in the successful and peaceful election. He further committed his administration to continuing policies focused on sustainable development and inclusive growth as he prepares to build on his first-term achievements.

The United States government has officially sanctioned several individuals and entities across West Africa, the Middle East, and Europe, accusing them of serving as financial facilitators for the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS). This announcement, released on Monday, June 22, by U.S. Department of State spokesperson Thomas Pigott, targets three individuals and six entities involved in moving funds for the terrorist organization.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Disrupting Financial Lifelines The move is part of a broader U.S. strategy to dismantle ISIS’s ability to fund regional affiliates and terrorist attacks globally. According to the U.S. statement:

• The designated network spans multiple countries, specifically identifying operations in France, Syria, Türkiye, and Nigeria.

• A France-based facilitator was targeted for providing information on explosives to ISIS supporters.

• A Syria-based operator was accused of using cryptocurrency to move funds for ISIS associates across various nations, including the United States.

• A Nigeria-based facilitator was designated for operating money exchange businesses that acted as conduits for financing ISIS activities.