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Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu is basking in good times. The reason is: Lagosians are happy at his work rate! The urbane looking governor has never looked back since being sworn in last May 29. He has since gone ahead to build on the legacy of his predecessor by tackling major problems confronting the State. The governor even tackled pension delays, paid benefits to deceased workers families, and set the tone for the sale of the Lake Rice to members of the public. Now the Lagos Blue Line project is set to be completed in 2020 and become operational by 2021. “The aim of this rail project is to reduce travel time through an effective and efficient inter-model transport system”. He said this project was being done in strict adherence to the State strategic transport master plan which prescribed six rail line and one mono rail for the long term strategic goals of the State. When our reporters visited the Streets one Rasaki Shittu said of Sanwo-Olu: “Our governor is really performing; we a...

Prince Tony Momoh, one time federal minister of Information, lawyer and renowned journalists has allayed any fears of rift between Comrade Adams Oshiomole and Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State. “You people are the ones creating the feud between the two leaders “, he declared. Speaking to our reporters during an interactive session, Prince Momoh described as sheer hubris the bitterly accusations and the gale of suspensions. “ Godwin Obaseki is the political leader of APC in Edo State by virtue of his being the Governor; while Comrade Adams Oshiomole is the National Chairman of APC; there is no issue here”, he stressed. “Adams has no business with who takes the party ticket or not; he is not the one to determine Obaseki’s fate”, he added. “Infact, Edo State APC should be looking for favors from Oshiomole at the national level, not to quarrel”, he said. “I don’t see any problem there; I have spoken to both leaders and they are very civil about the whole issue”, he further stated. A...

The stage is set for two time Senator Victor Kassim Oyofo to step in as the undisputed leader of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State. With the exit of those allegedly dubbed as political prostitutes led by Pastor Osaze Ize Iyamu the ship is now left for   the popular and renowned Senator Victor Oyofo to pilot. Senator Oyofo has remained loyal and committed to the Party cause and has never wavered.   He had continued to use his personal resources to ensure stability in the affairs of the Party. Now all eyes are on him to deliver, especially now that Dan Orbih, current Chairman is under pressure to quit having been there for over a decade. Dan Orbih, in his days as the chairman has completely alienated the PDP from the masses; no wonder the PDP was regularly defeated in every poll because of his anti-activities.   Senator Odion Ugbesia is being touted to replace him at the helm. It remains to be seen whether he has the charisma and character t...

From Delta State comes the report that pressure is mounting on Mr. James Ibori to decamp to the All Progressive Congress Party (APC).   The report say the State Governor, Mr. Okowa is also under the same pressure. According to sources, James Ibori’s assets including the Western Delta University, Western Delta Oil Fields are all free from EFCC investigations and Ibori is considered a big asset to the APC in future elections. James Ibori at the moment enjoys immense political goodwill from all works of life in Nigeria.

This is authoritative, Comrade Adams Oshiomole has finally drawn the curtains between him and Governor Godwin Obaseki.   All pretense to the renewal of fresh pact between him and the embattled Governor was finally laid to rest when the APC National Chairman stormed Benin-City with the full complement of the national committee members to receive Pastor Osaze Ize Iyamu who decamped to APC with all his members.   Oshiomole arrived Benin without informing the incumbent Governor, regardless of the fact that the rally had been cancelled by the Inspector General of Police.   But this action did not however go down well with Youths in Benin who subsequently blocked the routes Oshiomole was expected to take.   The road leading to his residence was also allegedly blocked and the ceremony had to shift to Pastor Ize Iyamu’s house where Oshiomole belatedly addressed the crowd. Reports say Youths all over Benin are angry over Oshiomole’s determination to unseat Obaseki. ...

The Chairman of the Lagos State Chapter of the All Progressive Congress, Alhaji Tunde Balogun has been told to leave the former Lagos State governor Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode alone and face more pressing issues. Speaking in Abuja, two Rights Group, the South-East Professional Association and the Northern Youth Forum reacted angrily to the remarks credited to the Party Chairman on why Ambode was denied second Term ticket. Alhaji Sulaimon Dauda, President of the Northern Youth Forum charged Alhaji Balogun to be of good conduct and learn to live in peace.   The President told the APC Chairman that they were not the ones that denied Ambode the ticket, instead, Ambode, being a man of peace, held that it was needless contesting what was not necessary.   “Ambode could have gotten the ticket no matter the resistance” he stated.   “He was in charge; he had all the apparatus; and could have muscled his way successfully” he said. The President expressed happiness that in Ambo...

Chairman of Air Peace Airline Mr. Allen Onyema, accused of money laundering in the United States,   has received massive support from Network of Concerned Nigerians In Diaspora(NCND) and their Local counterparts Network of Concerned Nigerians for Good Governance. The popular groups called on the Federal Government to do all it can to ensure that the air peace boss is not unnecessarily implicated. The calls were made in statements signed by the chairman Comrade James Erebuoye and Secretary General Mr. Suleman Ahmed and released to our reporters. The duo believed that Mr. Onyema has done a lot to raise the bar for passengers travelling by air and also raised investors’ confidence in Nigeria. “Such a man who is concerned with safety and health standards of travelers as well as invest in the Nigerian Environment should not necessarily be victimized”, stated Comrade James. “The Federal Government should do a thorough investigation and ensure that this is not another case of Pull-Him...

Without a doubt, Lionel Messi of Barcelona had to be crowned the Ballon D’or footballer of the year for the 6th time. No player has ever reached this milestone in the history of football. At 32, the Argentine looks fit as ever to continue to haul in more laurels in the years to come. Messi got the higher points against his friendly rival, Cristiano Ronaldo, who for twelve years had shared the award with him. Luka Modric of Real Madrid was the winner in 2018. With age not on their side, the world may soon begin to see less of the football masters.

Human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore was seen rearrested by the DSS barely 48 hours after his release. Sowore, who is facing charges on planning to stage a revolution by the Buhari Administration back in May was arraigned soon after. The government had bowed to pressure by protesters and other louder voices, to set him free; but it was only a temporal reprieve before he was snatched once more and re arraigned. The presidency had claimed that Sowore like his counterpart Nnamdi Kanu was fighting to overthrow the federal Government through his aborted revolution.  

  Senator Muhammad Goje of Gombe State North has called it quits with politics. He made the surprise announcement on the   Saturday 8 th December around 5pm. Senator Goje who was the governor of Gombe state from 2003-2011 is reputedly described as the father   modern day Gombe state for   laying solid foundation and completing big projects including the state university and airport. The former governor, now serving senator have had his own ups and down with politics, but he nevertheless successfully braved through. Goje had achieved the goals he set for himself. Good luck to him on his further endeavors.

Dino Melaye has been finally ousted from the red chambers by an appellate court after an appeal ruled in favor of his opponent Senator Smart Adeyemi. The former senator had been in the habit of displaying illicit wealth even as he was accused of indulging in fiery speeches during his time at the senate Red Chambers. This had exposed him as a target for the EFCC this past few years. He had also come under attack by his constituency for neglect and abuse of office. This has left political observers wondering whether he could have won in a free and fair election.

Former Governor of Zamfara State, Abdulaziz Yari has been told to steer clear from the State. Governor Bello Matawalle, present Governor of the State handed down the warning having been provoked by his predecessor over demands for his pension and accumulated allowances. Former Governor Yari is largely blamed for the insecurities that plagued the State resulting to banditry, kidnapping and other strong vices, including dilapidated infrastructure.