In line with the resolve of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to solve structural problems that have long constrained the power sector, the Federal Government on Monday commissioned two upgraded transmission substations in Lagos, providing an additional 208 megawatts of bulk transmission capacity to one of the country’s most economically active corridors. At Ijora, two new 100MVA transformers lifted the substation’s capacity from 90MVA to 230MVA, an additional 112MW. At Apapa Road, a new Gas Insulated Substation (GIS) added 96MW, replacing an outdoor transformer that had served as a stopgap since the original facility, commissioned in 1985, was decommissioned. Speaking at…
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The Oyo State governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Oloye Taofeek Adegboyega, has inaugurated his campaign council ahead of the 2027 governorship election, appointing Adebayo Olusola Kesh, Esq., as Director-General of the campaign.The inauguration ceremony was held on Monday at Adegboyega’s campaign office in Oke-Ado, Ibadan, where the ADC candidate outlined key areas of his proposed administration and pledged to pursue reforms aimed at improving governance and the welfare of residents across the state.Adegboyega promised to strengthen local government administration by ensuring full autonomy for the councils if elected governor, stressing that local governments must be empowered to…
The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) candidate for the Ido/Ibarapa East Federal Constituency, Engr. Kolawole Sheu Adedeji (KSA), has intensified his grassroots consultations ahead of the forthcoming elections with a strategic visit to the leadership of the Oyo State Park Management System (PMS), Ido Local Government Chapter. The consultation, which formed part of KSA’s ongoing engagement with key stakeholders across the constituency, was aimed at strengthening relationships, fostering mutual understanding and exploring areas of collaboration for grassroots development. The meeting brought together prominent transport sector stakeholders, including Mr. Adebisi Jelili, Kusela, Adeoye Jamiu and Monje, among other members of the PMS…
… Appoints Sakiru Ojo as Campaign DG Political leaders and stakeholders from across Oyo Federal Constituency gathered on Sunday as the Campaign Council for Hon. Barr. Temilolu Nurudeen Ashamu (Seun TNA) was formally inaugurated ahead of the 2027 general elections. The inauguration, held at Methodist Primary School, Apaara, Oyo, marked a significant step in the organisation of Ashamu’s campaign for the Oyo Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives on the platform of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM). Ashamu, alongside the Party State Secretary, Hon. Yemi Oyelami, formally inaugurated the council and charged its members to reconcile differences, work…
Concerned citizens have expressed disappointment over the cancellation of the Touch Bearer event earlier scheduled for August 31 at Ilaji Hotel and Sports Centre in Ibadan, blaming the development on the poor condition of the road leading to the facility.In a statement expressing their concerns, the citizens described the cancellation as “deeply painful and disappointing,” while commending the management of Ilaji, particularly Okanlomo Odua, Gbonka Olubadan, Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi, for the support, generosity and commitment extended towards hosting the event.They said the hospitality, facilities and resources provided by the management in anticipation of the event demonstrated a high level…
The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) in Ido Local Government has received a major boost ahead of the forthcoming elections following the defection of a formidable political bloc under the Omigborotiti Group from the All Progressives Congress (APC/ROCOF) to the APM. The group, led by Hon. Hamzat Rasheed Bamidele, popularly known as Omigborotiti, also declared its support for the APM candidate for Ido/Ibarapa East Federal Constituency, Engr. Kolawole Sheu Adedeji (KSA). The high-profile reception was led by Engr. KSA, alongside the PDP/APM Alliance Chairman in Ido Local Government, Alhaji Musibau Emiola, and other prominent political leaders and grassroots stakeholders across the…
The Reset Nigeria Movement commends the people of Osun State for their remarkable resilience, courage and steadfastness in the face of the challenges that characterised the recent political struggle in the state. The outcome is a powerful reminder that democracy ultimately belongs to the people. It reminds us that Nigerians must never lose faith in their ability to determine the direction of their country through their votes and convictions. Above all, it is a reminder that the most powerful tool in the hands of Nigerians is their vote. As Nigeria looks towards 2027, we urge citizens across the country to…
Hon. Barr. Temilolu Nurudeen Ashamu (Seun TNA), the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) candidate for the House of Representatives, Oyo Federal Constituency, on Thursday paid a thank-you visit to the APM General Meeting in Atiba Local Government, held at L.A. Primary School, Sabo. Ashamu received a rousing welcome from party leaders, members, youths and supporters, who welcomed the candidate with drums and dancing in an atmosphere of excitement and solidarity. In their welcome remarks, party leaders including the Acting BOT (Alhaji Quadri Olatunji), Iya Shola and Hon. Yomoco welcomed Ashamu and emphasised his longstanding relationship with Atiba. They noted that Ashamu…
The Civil Society Organisations on Community Advancement and Humanitarian Empowerment Initiative (CSCHEI), which coordinated the INEC-accredited election observation exercise, and other participating civil society groups have commended the conduct of the Osun State governorship election.In a communique made available to journalists on Sunday, it described the process as largely peaceful and orderly while raising concerns over isolated cases of vote buying, late commencement of polls and BVAS malfunction in some locations.The observers said they deployed 197 trained and non-partisan observers across the 30 local government areas of the state to monitor the pre-election, election-day and post-election processes. They said their…
The Touch Bearer event earlier scheduled for August 31, 2026, at the Ilaji Hotel and Sports Centre, Ibadan, will no longer hold at the venue.The organisers announced the cancellation of the event at the facility, citing an ongoing assessment of the condition of roads leading to the venue.In a statement on Saturday, the Okanlomo Odua and Gbonka Olubadan, Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi, expressed appreciation to everyone who contributed their time, efforts and resources towards the preparation of the event.The statement reads, “Due to the ongoing road condition assessment, the Touch Bearer event scheduled for 31st August will no longer hold…