West African Solidarity Network member Austin Aigbe has claimed that Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke is strategically managing his relationship with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu by backing him federally while working to curb the administration’s influence locally.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Speaking during an appearance on ARISE News to discuss the political climate surrounding the upcoming Osun State governorship election, Aigbe alleged that Adeleke’s national support for the President is a tactical move rooted in President Tinubu’s family ties to former Osun Governor Gboyega Oyetola. He argued that the governor is trying to secure the President’s favor while simultaneously pushing back against federal political dynamics in the state.

Human rights lawyer and activist Deji Adeyanju, who appeared on the same programme, echoed similar sentiments, labeling Adeleke’s political positioning as contradictory. Adeyanju pointed out the inconsistency between the governor endorsing President Tinubu’s mandate at the national level and simultaneously accusing the Federal Government of plotting to undermine or interfere with his administration’s electoral interests in Osun.

Furthermore, Adeyanju contended that this alignment runs contrary to the standard expectations of an opposition figure, noting that political groups within the opposition sphere are typically expected to challenge rather than support the central government’s leadership.

The Cross River State Signage and Advertisement Agency (CRISSAA) has announced a new mandatory tariff structure for outdoor campaign advertisements ahead of the 2027 general elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Under the new guidelines, presidential candidates are required to pay ₦150 million, while governorship hopefuls face a ₦100 million fee. The tiered structure continues with senatorial candidates at ₦50 million, House of Representatives candidates at ₦25 million, and State House of Assembly candidates at ₦5 million.

Speaking to the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) in Calabar, CRISSAA Director-General Ubong Sam stated the new rates are intended to regulate advertising spaces and ensure fairness. He also mandated that all campaign materials be removed within 30 days of election results being announced, warning that failure to comply or pay the required fees could result in fines exceeding one million naira per violation, enforced by the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON).

While the Cross River State Chairman of IPAC, Engr. Effiom Edet, deemed the fees fair, the announcement has drawn sharp criticism from opposition parties. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Action Democratic Party (ADP) have rejected the tariffs as excessive, arguing that such high costs are a deliberate attempt to price smaller parties and less-resourced candidates out of the outdoor advertising market.

Afrobeats artist David Adeleke, widely known as Davido, recently shared that his father cautioned him against engaging in politics and government.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

During a livestream conversation with streamer Dravel, Davido discussed his participation in the political landscape surrounding the Osun election, noting his father’s initial concerns. Despite his family’s reservations, the singer expressed confidence in his massive public support and popularity, assuring his father that his involvement would yield positive results.

Additionally, Davido raised allegations regarding social media propaganda and political integrity ahead of the upcoming election, asserting confidence in a successful outcome and emphasizing that state funds should remain locally focused.

Reflecting on his conversation and stance, Davido stated:

“My daddy doesn’t want me to attach myself with politics and government, but I told him not to worry that I’m Davido, I’m loved, we’re going to do it. All of una wey don collect 100k gig from APC on Twitter, I know you all. APC can’t have a free and fair election, they know they’ll lose and that’s why they use violence. This time around, we won’t agree. By next week, we’ll be victorious. We’ll give Nigerians hope. Osun State money will stay in Osun, and not Lagos or Abuja.”