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ABUJA — Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has said he would have declined the position of director-general of the campaign council for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid if the President had offered it to him.Wike made the disclosure against the backdrop of the recent constitution of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Campaign Council ahead of the 2027 presidential election.The former Rivers State governor explained that he was not interested in serving as campaign director-general, stressing that his commitment to supporting Tinubu’s re-election was not dependent on holding a particular position within the campaign structure.According to…

ABUJA — The National Coordinator and Executive Director of the National Brands Development and Made in Nigeria Special Project Office, George Buchi Nwabueze, has rejected allegations that he was operating a “fake agency,” presenting an appointment letter purportedly issued by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF) in defence of his position. Nwabueze’s response followed allegations that the organisation was an unauthorised government office operating within the premises of the OSGF, with claims that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu had ordered his arrest over the matter. In his reaction, Nwabueze insisted that the Made in Nigeria…

Campaigns for Nigeria’s 2027 presidential and National Assembly elections officially kick off today, August 19, 2026, setting the stage for a keenly contested presidential race ahead of the January 16, 2027 poll. The presidential contest is shaping up as a partial rematch of the 2023 election, with incumbent President Bola Ahmed Tinubu seeking re-election against prominent opposition figures, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi, among other presidential contenders. Tinubu, the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), defeated Atiku and Obi in the 2023 presidential election, emerging as Nigeria’s president after a closely…

OSOGBO — The incumbent Governor of Osun State and candidate of the Accord Party, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has been declared the winner of the 2026 Osun State governorship election by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Adeleke defeated his closest challenger, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, in the keenly contested election held across the 30 Local Government Areas of the state on Saturday, August 15, 2026. According to the results announced by INEC at the state collation centre in Osogbo, Adeleke polled 511,067 votes, while Oyebamiji of the APC scored 444,815 votes. The candidate of the African…

By Chief Edet Isong, Publisher, Newsday Newspaper When entrusted with public office, a leader is expected to live up to the confidence reposed in him or her by the people. Public office is not merely about occupying a position; it is about providing purposeful leadership, delivering development and making a positive difference in the lives of the people. The recent political experience in Osun State under Governor Ademola Adeleke offers an opportunity to reflect on the importance of performance in governance. The same can be said of Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State, whose administration has continued to emphasise…

…As Akwa Ibom Governor Applauds Tinubu’s Security Drive, Showcases ARISE Governance Model BANJUL, THE GAMBIA — The President of the Republic of The Gambia, Adama Barrow, GMRG, and the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, were among distinguished African leaders honoured at the 19th Security Watch Africa Conference and Awards held on Thursday, July 23, 2026, in Banjul, the Gambian capital. The leaders were recognised for their contributions to governance, security and sustainable development across the continent. Governor Eno, who was represented at the event by his Deputy Governor, Senator Akon Eyakenyi, received the prestigious African Leader in…

UYO — The Akwa Ibom State Government has disowned a fake online bursary application portal currently circulating on social media, warning students and members of the public against falling victim to the fraudulent scheme. The government, in a press release issued on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, said its attention had been drawn to a message with the caption, “Akwa Ibom Students Bursary 2026 Application Is Ongoing,” which directs prospective applicants to an unauthorized online portal. The Commissioner for Information, Rt. Hon. Aniekan Umanah, who signed the statement, described the message and the portal as fraudulent, stressing that they did not…

The FIFA World Cup final is set to deliver not only thrilling football but also world-class entertainment, with an impressive lineup of international stars expected to perform and make appearances during Sunday’s grand finale at MetLife Stadium. Leading the entertainment lineup is global pop icon Madonna, who recently released a new album at the age of 67. She is expected to headline the halftime show alongside Canadian pop superstar Justin Bieber, South Korean K-pop sensation BTS, Colombian music star Shakira, and Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Burna Boy. Shakira and Burna Boy are expected to perform “Dai Dai,” the tournament’s official song,…

In a period when the rising cost of living continues to place enormous pressure on families across Nigeria, every genuine intervention aimed at reducing hardship deserves recognition. Governor Umo Eno’s decision to sustain and expand the ARISE Free Food Distribution Programme across the 31 Local Government Areas of Akwa Ibom State is one such intervention that has brought hope and relief to thousands of vulnerable citizens. The commencement of the fourth phase of the programme, with the distribution of 217,000 bags of rice and beans statewide, underscores the Governor’s unwavering commitment to the welfare of the people. More commendable is…

…217,000 Bags of Rice, Beans to Reach Vulnerable Households Across 31 LGAs The Akwa Ibom State Government has announced that the fourth phase of its ARISE Free Food Distribution Programme will commence on Monday, July 13, 2026, with simultaneous flag-off ceremonies in Oron and Urue Offong/Oruko Local Government Areas. The initiative, coordinated by the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs in collaboration with the Akwa Ibom State Bulk Purchase Agency, is aimed at providing relief to vulnerable households affected by the prevailing economic challenges. According to a press release signed by the Commissioner for Information, Rt. Hon. Aniekan Umanah, a total of…