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‘I’m still the governor’, Fubara breaks silence on impeachment proceedingsRivers State governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has described the notice of impeachment against him and his deputy, Prof Ngozi Odu, by the state House of Assembly as a ‘love letter’. Fubara, who was speaking as a Special Guest at the finals of the 2026 Port Harcourt Polo Tournament held in the state capital on Saturday, however, pledged not to support, directly or indirectly, any action capable of undermining peace and safety in the state. The governor, who for the first time spoke about the impeachment saga, stated that the protection of…

Afrobeats singer Afeez Adeshina, popularly known as Destiny Boy, has reportedly passed away. The news of his alleged death surfaced on Sunday, January 18, 2025, after popular Instagram investigative journalist Temilola Sobola shared a post announcing the singer’s demise. Eyes Of Lagos reports, “Singer Destiny Boy has passed away. May his soul rest in peace 🕊️,” Sobola wrote. As of the time of filing this report, there is no official confirmation from family members or management, and the cause of death has not been disclosed. Destiny Boy rose to prominence at a young age for his unique sound and street-inspired…

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, has arrested a long-wanted drug kingpin, Lekan Jimoh, alias Kanmo-Kanmo, 12 years after he allegedly masterminded the killing of three of its officers during a botched arrest operation. Jimoh was picked up on Friday, January 16, 2026, in Owode, Ogun State, following intelligence-led operations by NDLEA tactical teams. A search of his hideout led to the recovery of 69 kilogrammes of skunk, a potent strain of cannabis.In a statement on Sunday, NDLEA spokesman, Mr Femi Babafemi, said Jimoh had been on the agency’s wanted list since June 15, 2014, when he mobilised armed…

The Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII) has conferred the prestigious award of “Icon of Ibadan Heritage” on Hon. Chief (Dr.) Ezekiel Temitope Oladimeji OTOPE, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the preservation of Ibadan culture, community development, and public service. Hon. Chief (Dr.) OTOPE, who is an aspirant for the Egbeda/Ona-Ara Federal Constituency and also serves as the Director-General, Liaison Office for Abuja and Lagos, was described by the CCII as a distinguished son of Ibadan whose commitment to heritage, leadership, and grassroots empowerment continues to inspire many across the ancient city and beyond. Reacting to the well-deserved…

As the political atmosphere in Oyo State gradually warms ahead of the next electoral cycle, a distinguished son of the soil, Hon. Chief (Dr.) Temitope Ademola Afolabi, has emerged with clarity of purpose, credibility of character, and a burning passion to serve the people of Ona Ara State Constituency in Oyo State House of Assembly under the platform of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). Born on May 15, 1971, to the family of Mr. Salami Afolabi of Olofa Village and Mrs. Okunlola Afolabi of Ajia, both in Ward 8 of Ona Ara Local Government Area, Dr. Afolabi’s life story is…

The Rivers house of assembly says Simeon Amadi, chief judge of the state, has acknowledged receipt of the impeachment notice against Siminalayi Fubara, the governor, and Ngozi Odu, his deputy. Last week, the state parliament commenced impeachment proceedings against the governor and his deputy. The lawmakers launched the process after Major Jack, leader of the assembly, read gross misconduct charges against Fubara, signed by 26 members of the house. On Friday, the lawmakers voted in favour of a motion requesting the chief judge to probe the gross misconduct allegations against Fubara and his deputy. The allegations include budgetary impropriety, failure to present the 2026 appropriation bill…

The Supervisory Councillor for Transport in Lagelu Local Government, Hon. Teslim Badmus popularly known as Tessy, has commended the Executive Chairman of the council, Hon. Mudashiru Kamorudeen, for his timely and people-oriented intervention through the free distribution of fuel palliatives to over 500 commercial motorcycle (okada) riders across the local government. Hon. Tessy described the gesture as a clear demonstration of responsive leadership and empathy for grassroots workers who depend daily on transportation for their livelihoods. According to him, the fuel palliative has significantly eased the burden on okada riders amid prevailing economic challenges and rising operational costs. The distribution…

In contemporary grassroots politics, leadership is no longer measured by noise but by intellectual depth, human connection, and measurable impact. Emerging strongly within this new political order is Hon. Segun Folorunso Akande, fondly known as Shigo of London—a name that has become synonymous with service, strategy, and people-centered leadership in Lagelu Local Government. Hon. Segun’s strength lies first in his intellectual properties—his ability to think, plan, and execute with clarity. He understands that sustainable development is built on ideas before infrastructure, policies before politics, and people before power. His interventions across Lagelu reflect a leader who studies problems deeply and…

Hon. Tosin Alabi, a distinguished Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) loyalist and proud son of Ibadan, has held a meeting with PDP elders, ward leaders, stakeholders, councillors, and party executives across the Egbeda/Ona Ara Federal Constituency, reaffirming his unwavering loyalty to the party and his commitment to responsive, people-oriented leadership. He met with elders, ward leaders, councillors, and key stakeholders from Egbeda and Ona Ara Local Governments, creating a platform for dialogue, appreciation, and renewed unity within the party structure. Hon. Tosin Alabi, who hails from Aba Oloko in Ward 4 of Egbeda Local Government, applauded the stakeholders for their steadfast…

The supreme court has dismissed an appeal filed by Aminu Sule Lamido, son of Sule Lamido, former governor of Jigawa state. The appeal had challenged the decision of the trial court, which convicted him for failing to declare $40,000 at an airport. Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arrested Aminu on December 11, 2012, at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, as he made to board a flight to Cairo in Egypt. The prosecution stated that Aminu declared $10,000 to the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), but was found to have an additional $40,000, which was not disclosed…