By abiodun KOMOLAFE The sole essence of a man or the sum total of his personality profile is to be located in his character! In Bola Tinubu, as in other humans, the attributes of this character are consistent. Therefore, no matter what the naysayers may say, once one is able to reach him, Tinubu has such a large heart that he gives to people compulsively. Of course, whether he becomes Nigeria’s next president or not, those good deeds are to his credit! Unfortunately, none of the other presidential candidates currently jostling for the key to Aso Rock Villa could come…
Author: Spade Nigeria
I came across several propositions on the social media asking for a national televised debate between Obarisi Ovie Omo Agege and Hon Sherrif Oborevwori, and I immediately said no to it, because it is a mismatch and unfair. I remember the famous General Idi Amin Dada of Uganda requesting a boxing contest with the then President of Tanzania, Julius Nyerere. The then Uganda Head of State, Amin, said, he wanted one of his hands tied behind him, to create the needed balance. But the bout never took place. It would have been something to talk about amongst Africans for a…
President Muhammadu Buhari Friday in Daura returned all thanks to God for safety in life’s journey over many years, highlighting the years of battle during the Nigerian Civil War and some personal challenges as testimonies of divine protection and guidance. President Buhari, who visited the Emir of Daura, Faruk Umar Faruk, after commissioning of two roads, said the destiny of man, country and the world remains in the hands of God. The President concluded two-day commissioning of projects with the Musawa General Hospital, Government Day Secondary School, Musawa, Gora-Makauraci-Malamawa road, and Sandamu-Baure-Babban Mutum road, Gurjiya -Sandamu-Karkarku roads in Daura. “This…
Saudi Fans chant Messi, Messi as Ronaldo failed to inspire his Al Nassr side as they were humbled 3:1 by rival Al Ittihad in a super cup match Newly crowned captain looked powerless as his side were trashed 3:1 today January 26th 2023 during the Saudi Super cup. Fans of Ittihad made matters worse when they started shouting Messi! , Messi ! on the pitch Ronaldo is yet to score for his new club in a league game or cup competition. His team has now been eliminated.
The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has described the judgement of the governorship tribunal as ” a miscarriage of justice”, vowing to challenge the ruling at the Court of Appeal. Reacting to the verdict of the Tribunal from his country home, Ede, Governor Adeleke faulted the resolution of the over-voting question in favour of Mr Oyetola, calling it ” an unfair interpretation against the will of majority of voters” While urging his supporters to remain calm, Governor Adeleke vowed to appeal the judgement at the Court of Appeal, insisting he remains the rightful winner of the July…
By ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA The Election Petition Tribunal chaired by Justice Tertse Kume has sacked Osun Governor Senator Ademola Adeleke (PDP). The majority judgement of two judges against one ordered that Certificate of Return should be withdrawn from Adeleke and issued to Adegboyega Oyetola (APC). The tribunal sacked Adeleke for overvoting in some polling units across the State. After over voting was removed, Tribunal Chairman, Justice Tertse Kume Oyetola: 314,931 Adeleke: 219,666.
Spokesperson of the Campaign Council of Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Delta State, Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe Esq, has said that the governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party, SDP, Kenneth Gbagi, is a mediocre in electioneering politics and a self serving politician. He made the assertion in a radio programme monitored in Asaba on Thursday, saying that Gbagi’s political immaturity and lack of integrity accounted for the reason why the SDP campaign office in Asaba had remained perpetually locked, pointing out that the party’s governorship candidate will not be able to win in his Oginibo Ward on March 11. Oghenesivbe…
The Delta State APC Campaign Organization in Collaboration with the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Medical Outreach, BAT Medics, will be carrying out free medical services to the good people of Delta State on Saturday, the 28th of January, 2023. A statement issued by Dr Benson, Ayodele Cole, the Director of Medicals, of the Delta APC Campaign Organization indicates that programme will hold on Saturday, January 28, 2023 from 8am through 6pm at the APC Campaign Office, Summit Road, Asaba. Services that will be rendered include: Internal medical consultation, General consultation, Treatment of common ailments, Ophthalmic consultation (distribution of medical glasses) and…
By Olorogun Olori Magege. As the 2023 elections draw near, we the Urhobo people must think hard and look very well in deciding the persons we are going to vote for especially for the office of the Governor of Delta State. One candidate that the Urhobo people must not make the mistake of voting for is Senator Ovie Omo-Agege who is the Delta State Governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The Urhobo people must not allow themselves to be carried away or deceived by the pretentiousness being put up by Omo-Agege. Those who know him will attest to…
By Daniel Nwakolu. The time has come for Nigerians to do an evaluation of the unfolding process that is leading us to the 2023 election cycle. As it is with elections coming at the end of two terms, there is a lot of conversation going on among the candidates who are canvassing for votes. Claims and counterclaims, accusations and counteraccusations, bare-faced lies, unscrupulous propaganda, and other devious tools have been deployed in the ongoing process. Politicians will always have their say, but the people must be circumspect as they listen to the politicians. They must take whatever they say with…