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2027: Early Rigging Begins With Tinubu’s Endorsement By 600 University Academics

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Peter Obi and Bola Tinubu

 

The Peter Obi Media Office says it has become aware of reports that approximately 600tq university academics have endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s bid for the 2027 Presidential Election.

 

In a statement signed by its Spokesperson, Idris Zekeri Jnr, POMR said it finds the development profoundly troubling. It pointed out that it should be recognised for what it signifies: an early attempt to build and legitimise a network of partisan actors ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

 

The statement reads in part: “These individuals are not just 600 private citizens expressing their political preferences; they belong to an institution that has frequently provided electoral officials, including returning officers. Their public backing for the incumbent consequently raises a serious and unavoidable question: is the framework for manipulating the 2027 election already being established? We have seen this pattern before. Electoral rigging does not suddenly occur on election day; it begins months or even years earlier through the identification, cultivation, and placement of individuals capable of influencing the process when votes are finally cast.

 

“That is why Nigerians must remain vigilant now. When academics who might be assigned sensitive electoral responsibilities openly organise to endorse the very candidate whose election they might later help oversee, the risk of conflict of interest is evident. This sets the stage for a compromised electoral process and undermines public trust in the impartiality of those who may be responsible for announcing the results.

 

“Let no one deceive Nigerians: preparations for electoral manipulation may start long before voting begins. We therefore urge INEC to release the names of all 600 + academics involved in this or any other political endorsement and to formally prohibit them from serving as Returning Officers, Collation Officers, or electoral staff during the 2027 general elections.

 

“INEC must also publish the complete list of all prospective Collation and Returning Officers well in advance of future elections, allowing civil society, political parties, and the public to evaluate their political neutrality. We further call on university governing councils and academic bodies nationwide to adopt strict conflict- of- interest rules that prevent staff from using their professional academic positions to facilitate partisan political mobilisation.

 

“Nigerians are watching. The machinery for rigging must not be allowed to take root before the election even begins. The people must choose their leaders, and the outcome must be decided by their votes—not by a pre- arranged electoral network.”

Maritime Agency Says Cabotage Implementation Top Priority

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James Orji
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The Director-General, Nigerian Maritime Administration and safety Agency, Dr. Dayo Mobereola has once again restated that developing indigenous capacity for the Nigerian maritime sector under the cabotage regime remains priority for this administration. The DG stated this today while on a tour to Marine Platform’s African Pioneer Lagos Vessel.

African Pioneer Lagos Vessel, with IMO Number 9808613, is a Nigerian-flagged offshore Diving Support Vessel (DSV) measuring approximately 143 metres in length with a deadweight of about 8,000 metric tonnes. The vessel is equipped to support specialised deep water subsea construction, diving, inspection and offshore oil and gas operations.

In his words, “I’m quite happy at what I have seen today after the tour of this 8,000 metric tonnes African Pioneer Specialised Vessel. A vessel such as this flying the Nigerian flag should have priority over any foreign vessel. We are automating the Nigerian ship registry to make it more attractive and to ensure that more vessels like this fly the Nigerian flag”.

On his part, the Chief Executive Officer of Marine Platforms Limited, Mr. Taofeek Adegbite, acknowledged that his company has benefited from the Cabotage regime. He also noted that he is proud of the Nigerian flag on all Marine platform vessels operating in Nigerian waters.

 

Adegbite stated that “since 2012, when we got our very first vessel Mt. African Vision, we are happy and proud to say NIMASA’s Cabotage Regime and the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board Act has played a major role in ensuring that our vessels have contracts on a regular basis. We have no regret flying the Nigerian flag and I will invite more ship owners to register their flags in the Nigerian Ship registry. At the moment we would appreciate a classification in such a way that the crew who are operating very big vessels are given special attention so that more very large vessels can fly the Nigerian flag”.

Adegbite expressed appreciation to NIMASA for her support, noting that the vessel demonstrates the capacity of Nigerian companies and professionals to operate to international standards. According to him, flying the Nigerian flag provides greater opportunities for the development of indigenous maritime manpower.

He noted that countries such as the Philippines are globally recognized for seafaring while Norway is renowned for shipbuilding, stressing that Nigeria could similarly develop a globally recognized area of maritime specialization.

Obi vs Anambra: Govt Releases Proof Of Alleged Debt Left By ADC Presidential Candidate

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James Orji
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Peter Obi
Peter Obi

Anambra state govenment has released details  of the alleged debt lieft by former governor of the state,and presidential candidate ofthe National DemocraticCongress, Peter.

The development comes after Obi said his adminstration,which governed the state between 2006 and 2013 left huge supplus in the coffers when it left office. He denied leaving behind huge debts, including a N2 billion ecological loan, unpaid contractor liabilities and outstanding salaries, gratuities and pensions, among others contrary to claims by the Governor Charles Soludo administration.

Obi challenged the state government to release proofs that he left debt behind, vowing to stop campaigning for his presidential ambition ifthe government could provide evidence ofits claim, saying his adminsitation cleared huge liabilities, including salary arrears, gratuities left by his predecessors to the tune of over N35 billion.

“We systematically liquidated historical gratuities and arrears dating back several years, amounting to over N35 billion. At the point of handover, the state owed nothing in salaries, gratuities, or pensions, nor did we owe anything to any contractor for projects duly executed and certified,” he said.

He added: ”If anybody can establish anything to the contrary, I will stop campaigning.”

The state government,has,however,released detailsofwhat it described as debt left by the ADC Presidential candidate, in a statement issued on Wednesday by the state Commissioner for Infomation and Value Reformation, Law Mefor, who said Obi’s claims about the state’s debt profile were wild and false.

Mefor said the total debt left by Obi and its outstading balance as of June 30, 2026 stoodat over N127 billion, adding that the current administration ofGovernoris stillservicing the debts.

In the statement titled “Gov Peter Obi and Record of Public Debt in Anambra: Facts Beyond Propaganda and Lies,” the state government said it decided to respond because ofthe need toset the recod straight, saying the state government is not  trying to join issues with the former governor, but had to respond let the public understand the whole  about the debt controversy.

the former governor’s claims concerned public finances and debts it said the current administration had continued to service.

 

“We have no time to join issues. We will simply state the facts here for the records,” Mefor stated.

 

According to the government, eight external loans obtained during or inherited into Obi’s administration remained outstanding, with a combined balance of $92.35 million, equivalent to N127.37 billion, as of June 30, 2026.

 

The loans, according to the statement, were tied to projects including malaria control, Fadama development, healthcare, education, community development, erosion control and value-chain development.

 

The government said the original value of the eight loans was about $123.77 million.

 

It listed, among others, a $48.33 million additional financing for the Malaria Control Booster Project, of which $37.34 million remained outstanding as of June 30, 2026.

 

It also listed a $37.89 million Nigeria Erosion and Watershed Management Project loan, with $34.86 million outstanding.

The state government said the outstanding liabilities were being serviced by the current administration.

 

“Evidently, HE Peter Obi borrowed for malaria, erosion control, education, healthcare, etc. So far, this government pays hundreds of millions of Naira every month to service these debts and we are not complaining,” the statement said.

 

“It is good for Anambra once we can show the impacts.”

 

The government, however, said it did not consider borrowing inherently wrong, arguing that governments could legitimately borrow for bankable projects and human-capital development.

 

It said the issue was whether the borrowing and expenditure could be properly accounted for.

 

The Soludo administration also disputed Obi’s assertion that he left office without owing salaries, pensions and gratuities.

 

Mefor claimed that the current administration had inherited and cleared about N22 billion in gratuity arrears owed to retired state and local government employees and teachers.

 

The government also alleged that salary arrears owed to workers of the defunct Anambra State Water Corporation remained unresolved throughout Obi’s tenure and were only being settled under the current administration.

 

“This administration has negotiated a settlement and already paid the first two instalments of the agreed three instalment payments,” the statement said.

Olu Jacobs, Veteran Nollywood Actor, Dies At 84

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Akinwale Kasali
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Olu Jacobs

By Akinwale Kasali

 

After a prolonged battle with ill-health, veteran Nollywood Actor, Olu Jacobs, has passed on.

 

Announcing the death of the legendary actor his Wife, Joke Silva, took to her Instagram handle on Social Media. She said the very accomplished

actor passed on Wednesday, September 16th, 2026.

 

Sharing the picture of her late husband, she wrote, “It is with gratitude to God for a life well lived and fought, that we announce the passing of our dear husband, father, grandfather and uncle. The Lion of Lufodo, Oludotun Baiyewun Jacobs, MFR,

11/07/1942-16/09/2026

 

“We call on all bloggers and social media influencers to respect our families privacy at this time”, she wrote.

 

Olu Jacobs was one of Nigeria’s most prominent veteran actors, with a career spanning theatre, television and film.

 

Trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts in London, Jacobs began his career in British television and later featured in several international productions before returning to Nigeria, where he became a major figure in the country’s film industry.

 

He went on to star in numerous Nigerian films and became widely recognised for his commanding performances, earning several industry honours, including the Industry Merit Award at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards and a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Africa International Film Festival.

 

Jacobs was also a film executive and, alongside his wife, veteran actress Joke Silva, was involved in the Lufodo Group and the development of performing arts in Nigeria.

Nasarawa 2027: Fmr. IGP Adamu Mourn Death Of Six Supporters, SDP, APC, Join Him

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Akinwale Kasali
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Mohammed Adamu

By Akinwale Kasali

 

The Social Democratic Party, SDP, former Inspector-General of Police,  Mohammed Adamu, his supporters and the entire Party faithfuls in Nasarawa State have been thrown into mourning following the death of  Mohammed’s six supporters who lost their lives in a fatal auto crash.

 

It was gathered that the victims died around the Lafia Flyover on Monday, September 14, while on their way to Awe Local Government Area of the state.

 

The death of the SDP supporters was announced by Otaru Douglas, Director of Media and Strategic Communications for Adamu Campaign Organization.

 

Though Douglas stated that he was not authorized to issue an official statement, the Campaign Organisation, and all supporters are in mourning.

 

He described the incident as a tragic accident that could happen to anyone, while offering prayers for the deceased and the injured.

 

“The best I can say is for God to repose the souls of those who died and grant quick recovery to those who sustained varying degrees of injuries.

 

“The IGP and his wife are fully with the families of the deceased. We are praying that the passage of their children or their loved ones will mark the beginning of peace and progress in their lives.”

 

He also confirmed six fatalities  in the unfortunate incident.

 

 “Reportedly, I was told six. Yes, reportedly, I was told six. But for now, there are those who sustained injuries”, he stated.

 

He also confirmed that the victims were on their way to Awe for a political programme at the time of the accident.

 

In solidarizing and mourning with the SDP, the Nasarawa State Government and the State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, have expressed deep grief over the death of the victims.

 

The State Commissioner for Information, Dr. Nawani Aboki, described the incident as sad and unfortunate, and

condoled with the former IGP and the families of the deceased.

 

Also, in a condolence statement signed by the State Publicity Secretary of the APC, Augustine Ogaba, the Party, under the leadership of its Chairman, Dr. Aliyu Bello, said it received the news of the tragedy with profound shock and sadness.

 

Ogaba described the incident as a deeply painful development that has plunged families, friends, and the wider community into mourning.

 

“The APC, Nasarawa State Chapter extends its heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased, the leadership and supporters of the group, and all those affected by this tragic incident.

 

“At this difficult moment, our thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved families and all those affected by this tragedy. We pray that Almighty God grant the departed eternal rest and give their loved ones the strength and fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.”

 

The APC further wished those injured in the accident a speedy and complete recovery, while praying for divine protection against future occurrences.

‘‘I Was Poor Teacher, Still Finding My Feet In NASS, Please, Give Me Second Term, I Will Do Better” – Ebonyi Senator Begs Constituents

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Ayodele Oni
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Okorie Ani

 

By Ayodele Oni 

 

Ahead of the 2027 elections, and as political activities and consultations intensify across Ebonyi State, the Senator representing South Senatorial District, Okorie Ani, has attributed his performance to inexperience as a first timer.

 

He has, therefore, appealed to the people of the State to give him another opportunity to serve in the Senate by voting for him during the 2027 general elections.

 

Ani, who is seeking re-election on the platform of the All Progressives Congress, (APC), made the appeal in Abakaliki while reflecting on his journey into the National Assembly and his performance in office.

 

The Lawmaker said some of the things he has been unable to accomplish during his first term could be attributed to his limited resources, limited connections and background before entering the Senate.

 

“Some of the things I have not done could be as a result of inability. I went to the Senate as a common teacher. We are not known for affluence.

 

“I went there as a poor man, and all these while, I have been trying to find my feet. I am sure if I go back, I must have found my feet.”

 

He appealed to Ebonyians, particularly, his constituents in Ebonyi South, to support his ambition for a second term, promising to do more if given another opportunity.

 

“I need your total support. Let there be no sabotage,” the senator pleaded, urging his supporters to remain united and committed to his re-election bid.

Dangote’s Power Of Wealth Creation

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James Orji
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Aliko Dangote

For years, the Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote has been widely referred to as Africa’s RIchest Man. But at the launch of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals Initial Public Offering, IPO, on the Nigerian Exchange, NGX, on September 14, Dangote made it clear that he would prefer a different description.

“I don’t want anybody again to call me the richest man in Africa. I want to be called the wealthiest man in Africa so that I can create wealth for others,” Dangote said.

The distinction, coming at the launch of Africa’s largest IPO, offered an insight into how Dangote wants his business legacy to be viewed—not simply in terms of the size of his personal fortune, but by the number of people who can participate in the wealth generated by his businesses, spanning many countries in the continent.

The offer, which opened on the NGX with 4.1 billion new ordinary shares priced at N525 each, is targeting N2.15 trillion. Within the opening day, investor subscriptions surged to about N1.5 trillion, underlining the enormous appetite among investors for an ownership stake in the refinery, according to business analysts.

For Dangote, the IPO is more than a fundraising exercise. It is an attempt to broaden ownership of one of Africa’s most ambitious industrial projects by allowing ordinary Nigerians and other investors to buy into the refinery.

The minimum subscription was set at 10 shares, costing N5,250, opening the offer to retail investors who previously could only watch the growth of the refinery from the sidelines.

“Today, we are not merely offering shares. We are offering an opportunity to participate in the transformational chapter of not only Nigeria’s economy, but Africa’s economy,” Dangote told guests at the NGX, which included Governor Bbajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos state, former Zenith BankChairma, Jim Ovia, Access Holdings Chairman Aig Imokhuede, and other business leaders in the country.

He reinforced his  message with a call on investors for deeper participation in the capital market.

“Together, let us deepen our capital market. Together, let us create prosperity through ownership. Together, let us build a stronger Nigeria. Together, let us ensure prosperity for Africa,” he said.

The significance of the offer is also reflected in the scale of the refinery itself. Built at a reported cost of about $20 billion, the facility currently has a production capacity of about 700,000 barrels per day and is targeting an expansion to 1.4 million barrels per day, in few years. The IPO proceeds are intended to support that expansion and strengthen the company’s ability to raise further capital.

The refinery has also become a major source of earnings for the Dangote Group, as Reuters reported that the business recorded a $1.82 billion net profit on more than $13 billion in revenue in the first half of 2026, a sharp turnaround from the previous year.

The scale of investor interest means that Dangote’s idea of wealth creation is already achieving results. Instead of wealth being represented only by the value of assets controlled by one businessman, the IPO creates a mechanism through which thousands of investors can acquire an interest in one of Africa’s biggest industrial companie.

The billionaire is not rejecting his status as one of Africa’s wealthiest businessmen. Rather, his remarks, according to analysts  suggest that he wants the emphasis to move from possessing wealth to creating wealth—and from individual accumulation to broader ownership.

The N1.5 trillion-plus subscription recorded at the opening of the refinery’s IPO provides an early indication of how strongly investors have responded to that invitation.

With the offer running until October 13, 2026, the Dangote Refinery is now moving from being primarily a symbol of one man’s industrial ambition to becoming an investment opportunity for a much wider pool of Nigerians and other investors.

That, for Dangote, may ultimately be the more important measure of his legacy: not merely how wealthy he became, but how much wealth his businesses helped create and distribute across Africa.

Ekiti Origin Allegation: Controversy Trail Yayi’s State Of Origin

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Akinwale Kasali
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Senator Adeola Yayi

By Akinwale Kasali

 

 Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola popular as Yayi has threatened lawsuit against Hon. Abayomi Hunye, the suspended member of APC from Tube, Ipokia LGA and Folake Marcus-Bello of Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, over alleged libelous and false statements made against him on national television.

The allegations, among other things included casting doubts about where exactly where his state of origin is.

 

Hunye and Marcus-Bello had granted interviews on Channel Television where they alleged that Senator Adeola is an Ekiti State indigene.

 

Though, Kayode Odunaro, Media Adviser to Senator Adeola stated that the accusers failed to provide  evidence, Marcus-Bello said there was enough evidence in the funeral brochure of Yayi’s father, added to the fact that his mother was buried in Epe, Lagos State when she died.

 

The former Lagos West Senator has, however, given the duo 24 hours to publicly present evidence of their allegations on his state of origin or face lawsuits.

 

The statement from Yayi’s camp reads; “I watched in utter disbelief as these characters that I hardly know utter assertive and outrageous lies about my origin without any proof. One falsely claimed on TV that I am from Ekiti and when asked where exactly in Ekiti went moronically blank and could not provide an answer. The other one was lying about the locations of the graves of my parents as if she was part of the undertakers at the burial all in a futile effort to justify an unsustainable falsehood.

 

“Enough is enough. They should produce their evidence in 24 hours or be ready for my lawsuits ” the Senator representing Ogun West Senatorial District stated.

 

Recall that there has been speculations over the Senator’s State of Origin since he migrated from being a Senator  representing Lagos to contesting as a Senator in Ogun State. It escalated with his emergence as Governorship candidate of the APC. But Odunaro noted that it failed to prevent the people of his senatorial district from voting massively for him during the 2023 National Assembly Elections.

 

“This resurrection of the falsehood is pursuant of his seemingly unstoppable move to a victorious outing in the 2027 governorship race in Ogun State.

 

Responding to Yayi’s lawsuit threat, Hunye through his Media Adviser, Femi Oyewale stated that the disclosure is a patriotic exposure regarding the Senator’s true ancestral origin.

 

He added that Hunye categorically welcomes the threat of a lawsuit with open arms, stating that he is more than ready to meet Senator Adeola in a court of competent jurisdiction.

 

Hunye “Interestingly, it seems they are not well informed that the matter is already in court. Threatening us with a lawsuit, therefore, is like a political jamboree designed to make noise in the public.

 

“For far too long, the political space in Ogun West has been subjected to intimidation, high-handedness, and the suppression of truth through media propaganda and sponsored brickbats. Senator Adeola’s resort to a 24-hour ultimatum and threats of legal action is nothing more than a familiar diversionary tactic, a media gimmick designed to bully dissenting voices and evade public accountability regarding his true identity and eligibility to govern Ogun State.

 

“The issue of a candidate’s origin and eligibility is a matter of constitutional concern, not a private affair. It touches on the integrity of our democratic institutions and the aspirations of the good people of Ogun State, who deserve a leader whose roots and allegiance are indisputably local.

 

“We wish to remind the Senator and his media handlers that truth is an absolute defence against libel. Rather than engaging in empty threats and grandstanding on national television, Senator Adeola should save his energy and approach the court immediately.

 

“We assure the public that we will not be cowed by intimidation or legal blackmail. In court, we will present robust, verifiable facts and documentary evidence substantiating our claims regarding his alleged Ekiti ancestry. The courtroom is where evidence is tested, not the pages of newspapers or sponsored broadcast interviews.

 

“We urge the good people of Ogun State, particularly the resilient citizens of Ogun West, to remain calm and steadfast. The era of hoodwinking the electorate with superficial political gimmicks is over.

We are prepared to strip bare all falsehoods in the open court of law, where facts, not political titles, will speak”, the statement reads.

Zamfara Extends School Resumption Date By Two Weeks Over Diphtheria

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Akinwale Kasali
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Diphtheria disease

By Akinwale Kasali

 

Following the outbreak of Diphtheria in Zamfara State that has led to the death of 44 Persons, the Commissioner of Education, Science and Technology, Abdulmalik Gajam, has announced the extension of School resumption day, earlier scheduled for today, 14th September till September 28.

 

Gajam in a statement wrote: “This is to inform parents, guardians, teachers, school proprietors, and the general public that the resumption of all public and private schools across the state has been extended by two weeks.

 

“The decision follows the latest health advisory from the Ministry of Health on the prevailing diphtheria situation in the state and is aimed at protecting the health and wellbeing of pupils, students, teachers, and the wider school community.

 

“The extension will allow health and education authorities to strengthen disease surveillance, contact tracing, vaccination verification, public sensitisation, and other preventive measures before schools reopen.

 

“Accordingly, all school proprietors, heads of schools, and management boards are directed to comply with the extension directive.

 

“Schools are also encouraged to use the period to clean and decontaminate their premises and ensure the availability of adequate handwashing facilities,” the commissioner said.

 

He, however, announced that Monday, September 28, as the tentative new resumption date, subject to further advice from the Health Ministry and other stakeholders.

 

The State Ministry of Health announced that it has recorded 44 deaths in different parts of the State following the outbreak.

 

Announcing the outbreak of the deadly disease in the State, the Ministry’s State Director of Public Health, Dr Yusuf Haske, gave the update in Gusau, Zamfara State on Monday.

 

Haske’s update followed the extension of school resumption by the State Ministry of Education, Science and Technology.

 

He further disclosed that the health ministry had so far recorded 367 clinically suspected cases of diphtheria, with more than 320 patients successfully treated and discharged.

 

He explained that laboratory tests conducted on samples collected from suspected patients confirmed the presence of the diphtheria-causing organism.

 

Haske said the samples were sent to the National Reference Laboratory in Abuja, where the diagnosis was further confirmed.

 

According to him, following the confirmation, the State Ministry of Health, on the directive of Gov. Dauda Lawal, declared the outbreak and activated the Incident Management System to coordinate the response.

 

He said the response included the activation of state and local government rapid response teams, as well as case-management activities across the state’s 14 local government areas.

 

Haske noted that general hospitals in the state had created isolation centres for the treatment of diphtheria patients, while Gusau Local Government Area, which recorded the highest number of cases, had about four treatment centres.

 

He disclosed that 320 patients had been treated and discharged, with oral medication provided for continued treatment at home.

 

The director, however, said the state had recorded 44 deaths, attributing the continued spread partly to active community transmission.

 

He noted that children between the ages of six and 10 years were among the most affected, prompting the Ministry of Health to advise the Ministry of Education on measures to reduce the spread.

 

Haske said the advice led to the decision to extend the resumption of schools in the state by two weeks to allow health authorities to intensify case management, surveillance, community engagement, health education, and preventive measures.

 

He expressed optimism that the situation would improve, noting that although the number of cases “is still increasing, the number of deaths has reduced, and many patients are responding positively to treatment.”

 

The health director urged residents to remain vigilant and seek medical attention immediately when they notice signs and symptoms associated with diphtheria.

 

He added that disease surveillance and notification officers across the 14 local government areas were working to identify cases and ensure timely response.

 

The director also disclosed that his department was going round in the local government areas to sensitise residents and offer support to the ongoing response activities.

 

He called on residents to cooperate with health officials and make use of the contact channels provided across the state for reporting suspected cases and accessing assistance.

Ogun APC Gov. Candidate, Adeola Threatens Court Action Agaist Claim Of Ekiti Origin

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Ayodele Oni
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Solomon Adeola - Yayi

By Ayodele Oni

 

The All Progressives Congress, (APC) governorship candidate for Ogun State, Solomon Adeola, has threatened to institute legal action against clain that he is an indigene of Ekiti state.

 

Hon. Abayomi Hunye, a suspended member of the party from Tube, Ipokia and Ambassador Folake Marcus-Bello of Peoples Democratic Party, ( PDP) had made the claim  on national television stations about Adeola and his family.

 

Both Hunye and Marcus-Bello had granted interviews on Channel Television programmes where they claimed that Adeola is an Ekiti State indigene among other claims without presenting any evidence of their allegations.

 

Adeola has therefore given the two characters 24 hours to publicly present evidence of their allegations on his state of origin or face lawsuits on their allegations.

 

“I watched in utter disbelief as these characters that I hardly know utter assertive and outrageous lies about my origin without any proof.

 

“One falsely claimed on TV that I am from Ekiti and when asked where exactly in Ekiti went moronically blank and could not provide an answer.

 

“The other one was lying about the locations of the graves of my parents as if she was part of the undertakers at the burial all in a futile effort to justify an unsustainable falsehood.

 

“Enough is enough. They should produce their evidence in 24 hours or be ready for my lawsuits,” the senator stated.

 

It will be recalled that the rumour of the Senator’s alleged Ekiti State origin was initially used as a propaganda tool to prevent his emergence as Senator representing Ogun West senatorial district, but the gimmick failed to prevent the people of the district from voting massively for him at the 2023 National Assembly Elections.

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