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The President of the Amalgamated Union of Motor Mechanics and Technicians of Nigeria, Engr. Dr. Oseni Suleiman, has raised serious concern over the increasing circulation of fake and substandard automobile parts across Nigeria, describing the trend as a major threat to public safety and national development. In a statement made available to newsmen, the union President warned that the unchecked proliferation of counterfeit spare parts is contributing significantly to the rising cases of vehicle breakdowns and road accidents on Nigerian highways. According to him, “The widespread distribution and use of fake auto parts have become a silent killer on our roads. Many unsuspecting Nigerians fall victim to these substandard products, which often fail without warning and put lives at great risk.” Engr. Suleiman noted that the situation is worsened by the activities of unscrupulous dealers who prioritize profit over safety, flooding the market with inferior products that do not meet required ...

The Amalgamated Union of Motor Mechanics and Technicians of Nigeria (AUOMMATON) has congratulated Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola on his emergence as the consensus governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State. In a press statement signed by its National President, Engr. Dr. Oseni Suleiman, the union described Adeola’s emergence as a “well-deserved reward for years of dedication, integrity, and impactful public service.” According to the union, Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, has demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities, grassroots connection, and a strong commitment to the welfare of ordinary Nigerians, particularly artisans and small-scale entrepreneurs. “His emergence through consensus is a clear reflection of the trust and confidence reposed in his leadership capacity and his ability to unite diverse political interests for the progress of Ogun State,” the statement said. AUOMMATON noted that the lawmaker’s track record in empowerment initiativ...

A group under the aegis of Concerned Ekiti Professionals has urged the leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to close ranks and unite behind its governorship candidate, Dr. Wole Oluyede, ahead of the forthcoming election in Ekiti State. In a statement issued on Thursday and signed by its convener, Oluwatosin Dada, the group described the election as a defining moment for the state, warning that Ekiti “cannot afford another term of deceit and propaganda.” The group expressed dissatisfaction with the administration of Governor Biodun Oyebanji, alleging that residents are disillusioned by what it called unfulfilled promises and hardship. According to the statement, many citizens are eager for a change in leadership and direction. Highlighting its preferred candidate, the group said Dr. Wole Oluyede represents “competence, integrity, and transformative leadership,” positioning him as a credible alternative capable of delivering progress and restoring confidence in governance. Th...

By Comrade Ilesanmi Kolawole   A growing pattern in Ekiti State’s political landscape is raising serious questions about leadership priorities, governance outcomes, and the increasing reliance on optics over substance. In recent months, Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s repeated visits to Aso Rock, often accompanied by well-publicized photographs with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, have been framed by his supporters as evidence of political relevance and access. However, a closer and more critical examination reveals a different narrative, one that underscores a troubling gap between image-making and actual performance. Let us be clear: governance is not a photo album. Leadership is not measured by the number of times a governor appears in Abuja or stands beside the President for the cameras. Governance is measured by impact, visible, tangible, and verifiable improvements in the lives of the people. Unfortunately, in Ekiti today, many citizens are still searching for those defining projects...

Civil Society Organisation has raised concern over a disturbing sequence of events that point to an alleged high-level conspiracy within the Nigeria Police Force led by Jimoh Moshood Olorundare (AIG Zone 2), targeted at Mr. Hammed Tajudeen Akanbi. The CSO in a press conference addressed by its leader Com Kolawole Emmanuel , gave the Inspector General of Police a 24-hour ultimatum, demanding the immediate transfer of Mr. Hammed Tajudeen Akanbi to a neutral and independent investigative unit and unrestricted access to his legal representatives and family members. It said: "Our findings reveal that this matter is not isolated but deeply rooted in the long-standing crisis within the Ojomu Royal Family of Ajiran in Eti-Osa Local Government Area of Lagos State; a crisis that predates the tenure of Jimoh Moshood Olorundare as Commissioner of Police, Lagos State. "At the core of this crisis is the control and allocation of vast ancestral lands spanning over 22 communities. This dispu...

The Ohanaeze Progressive Council (OPC) has vehemently disowned and condemned the reckless, ill-advised, and deeply disrespectful statement issued by the so-called Ohanaeze Youth Council (OYC) declaring the South-East Forum of Former Governors as “persona non grata” in Igboland. In a press statement, the National President of the Ohanaeze Progressive Council, Comrade Ugo Benjamin, described the OYC’s action as “an act of shameless youthful arrogance and cultural sacrilege that has no place in the dignified traditions of Ndigbo.” “This is not how Igbo people behave,” Comrade Benjamin said. “In Igboland, respect for elders, leaders, and statesmen is not optional—it is sacred. "These elders are accomplished sons of the soil who have served our people with distinction. "For a fringe group of loud-mouthed youths to wake up and declare them outcasts is not only laughable but a disgusting display of disrespect that spits on the very face of Igbo culture and tradition.” Comrade Benjam...

By Sam Osagie The necessity for national reconstruction within Nigeria’s economic governance has brought the emergence of a distinguished figure in person of Barrister Aminu Junaidu, who is the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Investment and Securities Tribunal. This is a man who do not merely occupy office; but redefine it. He is a personality who do not merely inherit system; but refine it. In his tenure of just less than 6 months, his leadership has transcended from routine administration to the noble realm of institutional renaissance. Since assuming office on the 26th of October, 2025, for a five-year tenure under the appointment of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Barrister Junaidu has demonstrated that visionary leadership remains the indispensable catalyst of institutional excellence. His emergence at the helm of the Tribunal is now seen as the commencement of a reformist era; an era structured by diligence, inclusiveness, judicial dispatch, and international relevance. From the v...

By Philip Agbese In this present generation, institutions like the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has been blessed with a leader whose tenure has become a reference point for courage, clarity, and uncommon administrative excellence. This leader has not simply supervised the agency, he has breathe a new life into the system that may have become cumbersome or directionless. The current Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission, Dr. Aminu Maida, is the dignified tireless reformer and leader who has performed beyond expectations in the NCC. He came to the helm of the Commission at a time when the Nigerian telecom ecosystem required not ceremonial leadership, but strategic intelligence that needed to give results and not complacency. He came when courageous reforms were highly needed. Since he assumed office in November 2023, Dr. Maida’s transformative leadership style has produced immense results that were gotten from his numero...

The Centre for Social Justice, Equity and Transparency (CSJET) has defended the appointment of Barrister Aminu Junaidu as Chairman of the Investment and Securities Tribunal (IST), insisting that due process was followed and rejecting claims that the appointment violated the Investment and Securities Act 2025. Speaking at a press conference held on Friday in Abuja, Executive Director of the Centre, Pastor David D. Yakubu, said the appointment was approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu within his constitutional authority, and that there was no evidence of any breach of established legal or administrative frameworks. CSJET said much of the public debate surrounding the appointment had been shaped by misinterpretation of governance processes, stressing that executive decisions must be understood within the context of institutional needs and constitutional powers. “The appointment was duly approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, acting within the constitutional powers vested in his office...

  By Adio Odunjo Obbo-ile Hannah Arendt once argued that political freedom is not merely the right to vote but the assurance that citizens can meaningfully choose among alternatives. Without alternatives, democracy becomes a ritual; with alternatives, it becomes a living promise. In Kwara State today, that promise appears to be gradually returning. For months, a dangerous impression had been deliberately planted in the minds of many Kwarans: that nobody would fly under the platform of the People’s Democratic Party and that the party itself might not even survive to appear on the ballot in 2027. It was a narrative built on wishful thinking and political propaganda, carefully nurtured by those who feared genuine competition. But politics has a way of correcting false assumptions, and as events of the last few days have shown, that impression has suffered a natural and irreversible death. The PDP will be on the ballot in 2027, and that single development has quietly reopened the door ...

Convener of the Niger Delta Development Agenda, NDDA, Mr Iteveh Nurudeen Ekpokpobe, has strongly urged caution against the demand to balkanisation of the Niger Delta’s pipeline surveillance contract, insisting that dismantling the current structure may create more problems than it solves, warning that the stability achieved could be at risk. The warning comes amid rising tensions following protests by some Niger Delta stakeholders at the National Assembly, where demonstrators called for the decentralization of pipeline surveillance contracts currently handled by Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL), Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, and Maton Engineering Limited. However, Iteveh, speaking during an interview on Friday on ARISE TV, maintained that while inclusion is important, dismantling the current system is not the solution. “I am on the side of the Niger Delta and how it can be developed. The issue is not just about sharing resources, but about sustaining what is ...

The Middle Belt Peace Forum (MBPF) has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his profound demonstration of empathy and responsive leadership following his decision to postpone an official engagement in Iperu in order to visit victims of the recent attacks in Jos. In a statement signed by its National Coordinator, Pastor Bulus Garba, in Jos on Friday, the Forum said the President’s decision to personally identify with grieving communities sends a powerful message of solidarity and reinforces public confidence in the commitment of the Federal Government to the protection of lives and property. “The Middle Belt Peace Forum warmly commends President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for prioritising compassion over ceremony. At a time of deep sorrow for the people of Plateau State, his decision to visit Jos stands as a mark of true leadership—one that listens, responds, and stands with the people in their moment of pain,” the statement read. The Forum described the perpetrators of the recent attacks a...

The APC National Vanguard has appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to support a second term in office for Siminalayi Fubara, citing what it described as “impressive and verifiable developmental strides” across Rivers State. In a statement issued on Thursday by its National President, Dr Gbenga Salam (JP), the group said its position followed an extensive assessment tour of key infrastructure and public service projects executed under the Fubara administration. The APC National Vanguard said the appeal was based strictly on performance, arguing that governance outcomes should outweigh partisan considerations, particularly in a state as economically significant as Rivers. “We respectfully urge President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the leadership of the All Progressives Congress to support the continuity of Governor Siminalayi Fubara beyond his current tenure, in recognition of his commitment to development, prudent resource managemen...