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As the Yoruba proverb says, “When a man walks as far as his eyes can see, he will still walk as far as his legs can carry him.” For Dr. Temitope Oladimeji (OTOPE), the journey toward national leadership is guided by clear vision, careful planning, and unwavering determination. OTOPE has set his sights on representing the Egbeda/Ona-Ara Federal Constituency at the 2027 National Assembly elections, driven by a longstanding commitment to service, accountability, and principled leadership. Through the OTOPE Foundation, Dr. Oladimeji has consistently demonstrated tangible results that reflect his capacity to serve. Over the past years, the foundation has: • Organized health outreach programs across Egbeda and Ona-Ara, reaching over 5,000 residents with free medical check-ups, malaria and hypertension screenings, and distribution of essential medicines. • Provided educational support for underprivileged children, including scholarships, school supplies, and mentorship programs fo...

Popular Nigerian businessman Isaac Fayose has said that defending the administration of President Bola Tinubu is a difficult task. The internet personality was reacting to an interview granted to Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Policy Communication by Al Jazeera’s “Head to Head” programme anchor, Mehdi Hasan. In the interview, Bwala, who was answering questions on the deteriorating security situation in Nigeria, denied knowledge of some negative occurrences. The interviewer said the security situation in the country is now worse, asking Bwala if the government is proud to hear that Nigeria is now the fifth deadliest country in the world. Responding, Bwala said, “I acknowledge the fact that we have insecurity in Nigeria, we began to see back to back attacks in Nigeria after the Christian genocide narratives.” The presidential spokesman also claimed that there is no country in the world that is free from security crisis. Reacting, Isaac Fayose in video po...

Remi Tinubu, Nigeria’s First Lady, has spoken out against women dressing immodestly. Speaking at an interfaith event in Abuja,recently, Tinubu stressed that being n@ked is not beauty and that women should learn how to dress modestly. In her speech, she said: ‘I challenge you to have a mentee with you, not somebody you’ve been mentoring all the time, but just pour into the life of a young girl from an indigent background. "Help them. Even if its to give them scholarship. Encourage, Teach them good virtues and how to be good women, Teach them how to be good women, teach them how to dress well, because we see that our young people, you know, they’ve really taken it. I don’t read social media, so it doesn’t bother me. "Teach them how to cover up, and you know, being n@ked is not beauty. "You know, we don’t know why they are doing that, but beauty comes from within, you know, and our men, God will also help them and crucify their eyes” she said Watch a clip of her...

Daniel Bwala, President Bola Tinubu’s media aide, has spoken for the first time following the backlash over his interview with Mehdi Hasan on Al Jazeera. In a statement on Saturday, Bwala insisted that his criticisms of Tinubu in the past was all politics. He also claimed that Mehdi Hassan did not fully brief him on the questions he would answer. Bwala further hinted there would be a part two of the interview. The statement read: “In the last 24 hours, social media has exploded over my interview with Mehdi Hassan, albeit with varied opinions. Let me set the record straight. “When I signed on to the privileged job granted to me by Mr. President, I was well aware of its implications. Selling ice cream, looking fine, and seeking the praises of men were never part of it. Some of the fiercest critics of my interview can not even stand local TV anchors. But the task of promoting and defending the President and his administration is what I do with ease and joy. I am prepared to ap...

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced a series of crucial meetings scheduled to hold in Abuja this week. According to a statement signed by the National Secretary, Amb. Taofeek Arapaja, the meetings include the 47th National Caucus Meeting, 84th Meeting of the Board of Trustees, and the 103rd National Executive Committee Meeting. The meetings are set to hold at the party's headquarters, Tatari Ali House, Asokoro, Abuja, on Wednesday, 11th March, and Thursday, 12th March, 2026. Members of the respective organs have been invited to attend. PUBLIC NOTICE Please TAKE NOTICE that the following meetings of the organs of the Peoples Democratic Party shall hold as follows: 47TH NATIONAL CAUCUS MEETING • Date: Wednesday, 11th March, 2026 • Venue: Tatari Ali House, Asokoro, Abuja • Time: 11 a.m 84TH MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES • Date: Thursday, 12th March, 2026 • Venue: Tatari Ali House, Asokoro, Abuja • Time: 11 a.m 103RD NATIONAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE ...

Loyalty, competence, and an admirable record of service often speak louder than words. They remain the true currency of political relevance and lasting leadership. In the case of Taofeek Oladejo Arapaja, these virtues have consistently defined his political journey, marked by steadfast commitment, humility, and unwavering dedication to public service. Prior to his emergence as the National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party, Amb. Arapaja had already built an enviable political résumé. His political voyage began as the Chairman of Ibadan South East Local Government, where he served as the first citizen of the council with distinction. From there, he rose through the ranks to become a member of the House of Representatives, later serving as Deputy Governor of Oyo State. His service to the nation extended beyond domestic politics when he was appointed Nigeria’s Ambassador to Jordan, further strengthening his profile as a statesman of national and international relevance...