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The Katsina State Police Command has arrested four men after uncovering 70 railway sleepers allegedly concealed beneath bags of animal feed in a vehicle.

The suspects, identified as Anas Abdullahi, 25, Nasir Nuhu, Salisu Yusuf and Nuru Bala, were intercepted at about 12.30 am on October 11 along Kurfi-Tsanni Village Road during a routine stop-and-search operation.

The command’s Public Relations Officer, Abubakar Sadiq, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday, adding that the sleepers were hidden behind 17 bags of animal feed in a white J5 vehicle with registration number BAU 821 ZY.

According to Sadiq, preliminary investigations revealed that Nuhu claimed to have received the materials from Anas Moh’d, a man from Bauchi State who is currently at large.

The stolen items were allegedly meant for delivery to another suspect, identified as Umar Bashir, in Katsina.

The police said the four suspects remained in custody, while the vehicle, railway sleepers and animal feed had been recovered as exhibits.

Efforts are ongoing to arrest the fleeing suspects and determine the origin of the vandalised railway materials.

The Commissioner of Police, Ali Umar Fage, reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting critical national infrastructure and urged residents to provide useful information to aid the fight against vandalism.

The North-West and South-West could play decisive roles in determining the outcome of Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election, as the two geopolitical zones account for more than 43 per cent of registered voters nationwide.

An analysis of the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) 2026 voter register, published by Vanguard, puts the combined number of registered voters in the two zones at 44,697,685 out of Nigeria’s total of 103,428,715.

The figures show that the North-West has the highest number of registered voters, with 25,083,411, while the South-West ranks second with 19,614,274. The North-Central follows with approximately 16.97 million registered voters.

The figures highlight the electoral importance of the two regions to President Bola Tinubu and opposition politicians seeking to unseat him in 2027.

Tinubu’s political influence in the South-West has played a major role in his rise to power, while his performance in the North-West contributed significantly to his victory in the 2023 presidential election.

According to INEC’s zonal figures for the last election, Tinubu secured 2,652,235 votes in the North-West and 2,542,979 in the South-West. His vote total in the North-West was higher than his tally in his home region.

However, the 2023 election showed that neither region is guaranteed territory for any presidential candidate.

In Lagos State, Tinubu lost to the Labour Party’s Peter Obi by 9,848 votes. Obi secured 582,454 votes against Tinubu’s 572,606, despite the president’s longstanding political influence in the state.

The results in other states also reflected the competitive nature of the election. In Kaduna, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar defeated Tinubu, polling 554,360 votes against the president’s 399,293.

In Kano, Rabiu Kwankwaso of the New Nigeria Peoples Party emerged ahead of the other major contenders, demonstrating the influence of regional political movements on voting patterns.

Tinubu eventually won the 2023 presidential election with 8,794,726 votes, ahead of Atiku, who received 6,984,520, and Obi, who polled 6,101,533.

Veteran journalist and political analyst Simon Kolawole previously observed that Tinubu’s electoral strength was concentrated in the South-West and the core North.

Kolawole argued that candidates seeking victory would also need substantial support in other regions, particularly the North-Central and South-South.

Beyond securing the highest number of votes, presidential candidates must also satisfy the constitutional requirements for winning an election.

Section 134 of the Nigerian Constitution requires a candidate to obtain the highest number of votes cast and at least one-quarter of the votes cast in no fewer than two-thirds of all states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory.

This means that strong performances in the North-West and South-West alone may not guarantee victory without sufficient support across other parts of the country.

Nigeria’s presidential elections since 1999 have demonstrated the importance of building broad political coalitions. The victories of former presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Muhammadu Buhari, among others, reflected the need to secure support beyond a candidate’s traditional political base.

The 2015 election, in particular, showed how an opposition alliance could defeat an incumbent president by bringing together voters and political interests from different regions.

For Atiku and Obi, the challenge ahead of 2027 will include consolidating their support bases and preventing opposition votes from being divided among competing candidates.

Tinubu, meanwhile, will be seeking to retain the coalition that delivered his victory while responding to concerns over the cost of living, economic hardship and insecurity.

These issues could influence voter decisions in both the North-West and South-West, as well as other regions, when Nigerians head to the polls.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Chairman, Professor Joash O. Amupitan, SAN, has also declared that no algorithm will determine the outcome of the 2027 general election.

Amupitan said the power to choose Nigeria’s leaders rests with the electorate.

He made the remarks at the Artificial Intelligence and Democracy Forum 2026 in Abuja, held under the theme, ‘Safeguarding the 2027 General Elections in the Age of Artificial Intelligence.’

His position comes as political parties and stakeholders prepare for the next general election, with voter mobilisation, technology and electoral integrity expected.

Yoruba nation activist, Chief Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has announced that 20,000 volunteers have joined the Iru Ekun Security Network in Oyo State, calling for greater involvement of traditional rulers in community security.

Igboho made the announcement on Sunday during the inauguration of the network at Mapo Hall in Ibadan, where he urged the volunteers to remain committed to protecting their communities.

He described Iru Ekun as an initiative of traditional rulers in the South-West, insisting that the organisation would continue to play a role in promoting peace and security across the region.

According to a statement from his media office, the network has extended its operations beyond Oyo State to other parts of Yorubaland, as well as parts of Kwara and Niger states.

The statement noted that the Ibadan inauguration followed similar exercises in Osun, Ekiti, Lagos, Ogun and Ondo states, alongside consultations with traditional rulers and community leaders.

It added that the organisation had worked with the Nigerian Army, the Nigeria Police Force, the Department of State Services (DSS) and other security agencies to address abductions, killings and other criminal activities, particularly in the South-West.

The announcement comes amid persistent security challenges across Nigeria, including kidnappings and killings, which have heightened calls for stronger collaboration between communities, traditional institutions and established security agencies.

Commending the large turnout at the launch, Igboho said the participation of residents reflected their readiness to contribute to public safety without discrimination based on ethnicity, religion or political affiliation.

‘The impressive development represents a milestone which indicates genuine interest of Oyo people in active participation to ensure safety and security of residents, irrespective of tribes, religion and political affiliations,’ he said.

Igboho also explained that his recent visit to Abuja was intended to strengthen the network’s security responsibilities. He said the trip followed an invitation he received the previous night and was connected to his collaboration with the Olubadan of Ibadanland.

‘I was in Abuja this morning so that Iru Ekun’s security responsibilities can be further strengthened.’

‘This is because Iru Ekun is the brain child of South West traditional rulers and it will continue to serve its purpose for the peace and effective security of our communities,’ he said.

Explaining the circumstances surrounding the trip, he stated: ‘I received the call last night to come to Abuja. My Abuja trip was as a result of the collaboration with our traditional ruler, the Olubadan of Ibadanland.’

The activist also expressed gratitude to God for what he described as protection against banditry and acknowledged the role of traditional rulers in maintaining peace and security.

‘Firstly I want to thank Almighty God who has all powers, owns us, preserves us. The God that says we won’t be overcomed by bandits. We thank God,’ he said.

He added: ‘After that, we thank all traditional rulers in Nigeria and may God grant them a long life.’

Igboho subsequently commended President Bola Tinubu for providing a platform for members of the initiative to meet and pursue their security objectives.

‘We are also paying homage to the person, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who provided this platform so that we can interact as Iru Ekun members,’ he said.

Addressing the volunteers, he urged them not to be discouraged by those who looked down on their efforts, predicting that their contributions would eventually earn them recognition.

‘Some people are still taking a despicable look at you (Volunteers). Soon they will lobby you for positions,’ he remarked.

The activist also called on Nigerians, including members of the Iru Ekun Security Network, to support Tinubu’s re-election bid and vote for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the forthcoming January presidential election.10 catchy headline suggestions

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a 34-year-old South African woman, Qhina Beauty, with 36.65 kilograms of cocaine at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Ikeja, Lagos, and a 62-year-old Nigerian-American grandmother, Anetor Gloria Ubong, with 9.45kg of high-grade cannabis, loud, imported from the United States.

In separate operations across the country, NDLEA officers also recovered tons of illicit drugs in Kano, Lagos, Bauchi, Niger, Edo, Ondo, Taraba, Oyo and Delta states.

Qhina was arrested at the departure hall of the Lagos airport on 7th October 2026 while trying to board a Qatar Airways flight to South Africa via Doha. A search of her two travelling bags led to the recovery of 30 blocks of cocaine weighing 36.65kg, laced with dried pepper, wrapped in cello tape and packed into seven separate parcels.

During her interview, she told operatives she arrived in Nigeria on 30th September specifically to pick up the consignment. She said she was recruited by another South African lady, who promised her R20,000 on successful delivery.

She claimed she was introduced to two other members of the syndicate: one based in the United States and the other a Lagos-based car dealer.

Investigations later led to the arrest, on 14th October, of the 46-year-old car dealer Uchenna Victor Umunnakwe, who was intercepted at Apple Junction, Ago Palace Way, Lagos, after days of surveillance at his Shasha residence. He admitted receiving Qhina at the airport, lodging her at Santiago Hotel in Amuwo-Odofin, and later moving her to Cynarisso Hotel near the airport, ahead of her departure.

In another interdiction operation at the Lagos airport, NDLEA officers on Wednesday, 21st October, arrested a 62-year-old grandma Anetor Gloria Ubong, a realtor based in Richmond, Texas, who holds both Nigerian and US passports. She was arrested following her arrival on a United Airlines flight from Houston. A search of her two checked-in boxes uncovered 18 parcels of loud, a synthetic cannabis weighing 9.45kg, concealed with gift wrapping paper in a box. She claimed the box was delivered to her home in the US by her daughter and the daughter’s future brother-in-law, for onward delivery in Nigeria to her daughter’s fiancé, Jibola.

Meanwhile, operatives of a special operations unit in NDLEA on Friday, 23rd October arrested Eletu Rasheedat, 41, at Eti Osa in area of Lagos where they recovered 5,820 pills of diazepam, 780 tablets of tramadol, 3.7kg skunk and 230.25 litres of skuchies.

In Delta, a suspect Peter Ugochukwu, 51, was arrested in Warri with a huge cache of pharmaceutical opioids including 29,350 capsules of tramadol; 6,620 tablets of tramadol 200mg; 4,116 bottles of codeine syrup; 11,340 tablets of Rohypnol; 3,500 tablets of diazepam; 300 ampoules of pentazocine injection, 200 ampoules of diazepam injection, and quantities of tramadol 225mg, Molly and Cocodamol. He was transferred along with a white Hummer bus from the Nigeria Police Force, Delta State. In a separate arrest at Enhere Junction, Warri, a 46-year-old physically challenged woman, Helen Bakporo Samson, was arrested by NDLEA operatives on Monday 19th October with 6.0kg of skunk.

A 41-year-old suspect Fajana Dada Oluwaseyi, was arrested on Monday 19th October in Adamasingba, Ibadan, following his initial escape from arrest when NDLEA officers seized 197.8kg of cannabis sativa from his house on 16th September.

While a raid in Gerawa area of Kano on Thursday 22nd October led to the arrest of Murtala Lawan, 30, and seizure of 159 blocks of cannabis sativa weighing 97.2kg, NDLEA officers at the Lankaviri checkpoint, Yorro LGA, Taraba on Friday 23rd October arrested Raiyanu Misa, 39, with 95 blocks of compressed cannabis weighing 60.175kg. The same day, the Nigeria Police Force handed over a suspect arrested at Dakka village, Bali LGA, with 112 blocks of compressed cannabis weighing 81.49kg.

In Niger state, Emmanuel Ekene, 26, was arrested by NDLEA operatives on Monday 19th October on the Sabo-Kainji road, Borgu LGA, with 64,000 pills of opioids including tramadol and diazepam, while officers arrested Jamilu Mustapha, (aka Last Card), 45, on Wednesday 21st October at Nasaru Town, Ningi LGA, Bauchi state where they seized 379kg of cannabis sativa packed in seven jumbo sacks.

Acting on intelligence, NDLEA officers on Tuesday 20th October raided a farm at Board-Ala, Akure South, Ondo state and recovered 56 bags of abandoned cannabis sativa weighing 583kg. Two cannabis farms in Ugbada Forest, Uzebba, Owan West LGA, Edo state, with an estimated yield of 2,023.14kg, were destroyed on Sunday 18th October by NDLEA operatives who also burnt 450kg of processed cannabis at the site and took 97kg as exhibit. In a related operation at Ewe community, Owan West, Mary Edokhai, 42, was arrested with 35kg of same psychoactive substance.

With the same vigour, Commands and formations of the Agency across the country continued their War Against Drug Abuse (WADA) sensitization activities to schools, worship centres, work places and communities among others in the past week. These include: WADA enlightenment lecture to students and staff of Oje Grammar School, Ibadan, Oyo state;

Government Day Secondary School, Kwamba, Niger state; Baptist Primary School, Olorunda, Ogun state; Government Secondary School, Yalea, Kano; Community Secondary School, Igogoro, Enugu; Urban Girls Secondary School, Onitsha, Anambra; and Kelebe Community Grammar School, Osogbo, Osun state, among others.

While commending the officers and men of MMIA, Kano, Lagos, Bauchi, Niger, Edo, Ondo, Taraba, Oyo and Delta Commands for their vigilance, diligence, professionalism and intelligence-driven approach to the various successful operations, Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of NDLEA, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (rtd) urged them and their colleagues across the country to sustain the tempo of the war against drug trafficking and substance abuse.

The Imam of Alhaja Wulemot Arike Oyetola Memorial Central Mosque, Iragbiji, Dr. Mukhtar Adedimeji Raji, has urged journalists and information managers to uphold credibility, accountability and professionalism in their reportage and dissemination of information.

Imam Raji gave the charge during the Friday 23rd October 2026 Jumua’t service held at the Mosque in Iragbiji as part of activities marking the 35th Anniversary and 2026 Press Week of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Osun State Council.

The service was hosted by a son of the town who is the current Minister of Marine and Blue Economy and former Governor of Osun State, Alhaji Adegboyega Oyetola.

In his sermon, Dr. Raji, drawing lessons from the Quran, admonished journalists to verify information thoroughly before publication and ensure that their reports reflect truth, fairness and the ethical standards of the profession.

He emphasised the importance of responsible information management, urging media practitioners to remain mindful of the consequences of their reports on individuals, institutions and society.

In his remarks, the Chairman of NUJ Osun State Council, Comrade Adeyemi Aboderin, expressed appreciation to Alhaji Oyetola for hosting journalists as part of the anniversary and Press Week celebrations.

Aboderin also commended the Jumat Service Committee, led by Alhaji Rafiu Hammed, for their dedication and commitment to the successful organisation of the programme.

He noted that the Imam’s sermon served as a timely reminder to journalists in the state of their responsibility to uphold truth, credibility and accountability in the discharge of their professional duties.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kebbi has declared Umar Hassan-Augie winner of the fresh primary election for Argungu/Augie Federal Constituency with 33,013 votes.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the fresh primary was conducted on Saturday across the 21 political wards in the constituency by the party’s National Committee led by Alhaji Shehu Kawu-Damina.

Announcing the results, Kawu-Damina said Hassan-Augie defeated his challenger, Alhaji Samir Salihu-Felande, who polled 1,319 votes.

He said the constituency had 44,784 registered delegates, while 34,332 votes were cast in the election.

‘Having conducted the fresh primary election for Argungu/Augie Federal Constituency, and as the returning officer from the APC National Headquarters, I hereby declare Umar Hassan-Augie, who secured the highest number of votes cast, winner and return him elected as the party’s candidate for the House of Representatives,’ Kawu-Damina said.

He said the declaration was made in accordance with the powers vested in him as the returning officer for the exercise.

The fresh primary followed a ruling by the Federal High Court sitting in Birnin Kebbi on Oct. 15, which nullified the earlier primary election and ordered the APC to conduct a fresh exercise within two weeks of the judgment.

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has declared his support for President Bola Tinubu and the Rainbow Coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Fubara said he was supporting the coalition because the period of political conflict in the state was over and it was time to embrace peace.

The governor made the declaration in a video shared on X, where he also announced his support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Rivers State, Kingsley Chinda.

‘We have made peace in the state, and I am supporting the Rainbow Coalition. President Bola Tinubu is our president, and he is the one we are supporting,’ Fubara said.

He urged his supporters to back Chinda, saying anyone who believed in him should also support the governorship candidate.

‘Chinda is the governorship candidate that I am supporting, and everybody who believes in me will support,’ he said.

Fubara also dismissed suggestions that his supporters needed to collect anything before backing the coalition. He said he had returned to his political family and urged his followers across the state to give the coalition their full support.

According to the governor, Rivers State must move forward after the political crisis that had affected the state.

‘We need to move forward. The time of war is over. This is the time of peace, and this peace is taking us to another level,’ he said.

Fubara further warned his supporters against claiming that he was seeking personal political support, insisting that his position on the coalition was clear.

He said he would not support any political move that could create problems for Rivers State.

‘I have done what I need to do, and for now, we are moving forward,’ the governor added.

The Deputy Senate President, Dr. Barau I. Jibrin, has predicted landslide victory for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in the 2027 presidential election, hinging on the unprecedented crowd that attended the APC presidential campaign flag off in Kaduna on Saturday.

Dr. Barau Jibrin described the success of the Tinubu campaign flag off as a reflection of the enthusiasm of Nigerians towards ensuring that President Tinubu continue his ‘gigantic’ reforms and good leadership beyond 2027.

According to him, ‘the massive turnout recorded at the Presidential Campaign Rally in Kaduna State, reflected the enthusiasm of Nigerians and supporters of our great party ahead of the January 16 presidential and National Assembly elections.

‘Thousands of Nigerians from all walks of life trooped out from across Kaduna’s 23 Local Government Areas, the seven North-Western states, including Kano, and other parts of the country for the presidential campaign flag-off of President Tinubu, signifying his clear victory in the next coming general elections.’

The Deputy President of the Senate who spoke to journalists in Kano, after the APC presidential campaign flag off rally in Kaduna, noted with nostalgia that, ‘from Hassan Usman Katsina International Airport, Kaduna, through Mando Road to Ranchers Bees Stadium, now known as Kaduna Township Stadium, the venue of the event, crowds dotted the approximately 30-kilometre stretch, cheering and hailing President Tinubu and members of his entourage.

‘I am optimistic that, by God’s grace; and with the continued support of Nigerians, we will coast to victory in the presidential and National Assembly elections, as well as the governorship and State Assembly elections, on January 16 and February 6, 2027.’

The senior lawmaker, representing Kano North Senatorial District at the Upper Chamber of the National Assembly, said that, ‘with the performance of our great party, the ruling party, at the Presidential Campaign Rally flagg off, Nigerians agreed that it is APC from State to National Assembly and the Presidency.

‘We thank the good people of Kaduna State, the entire North West, the North, and, indeed, all Nigerians for their peaceful conduct during the event.’

The 2026 Press Week of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Osun State Council, commenced on a solemn note of thanksgiving, with a call on media practitioners to uphold the highest standards of professionalism in the discharge of their duties.

Declaring the week open at a church service in Osogbo on Sunday, Mr Samuel Ojo, Special Adviser on Security Matters to Governor Ademola Adeleke, described the annual gathering as an opportunity to celebrate the sacrifices, courage, and resilience of journalists who work tirelessly to keep the public informed.

In a speech delivered at the opening service, Ojo commended the leadership of the NUJ, Osun State Council, for sustaining the tradition of the Press Week, noting that the occasion was not merely an annual gathering but a moment of reflection, renewed hope, and rededication to the principles of responsible journalism.

‘Press Week is a special programme organised to celebrate the pen pushers, the men and women who dedicate their time, energy, and intellectual resources to gathering, processing, and disseminating information to the public.

‘It provides an opportunity to recognise the invaluable contributions of journalists to national development while promoting fellowship, professional interaction, and the exchange of ideas,’ he said.

The Special Adviser stressed that journalism is not just a profession but a sacred responsibility that demands truthfulness, fairness, courage, and a strong sense of duty to humanity.

‘As we celebrate these noble contributions, we must remember that through your reports, investigations, interviews, and commentaries, you help to shape public opinion and give a voice to the voiceless,’ he added.

Ojo, however, charged journalists to resist the temptation of allowing personal interests, political affiliations, religious sentiments, financial inducements, or other external influences to determine the direction of their reports.

‘In this era of rapid information sharing and widespread social media influence, the need for accurate, balanced, and credible reporting cannot be overemphasised.

‘One inaccurate or biased report can damage reputations, create unnecessary tension, and undermine public confidence in the media,’ he warned.

He urged media practitioners to always verify facts, consult relevant sources, and give all concerned parties a fair opportunity to present their positions before publishing or broadcasting any information.

The Governor’s aide also called on journalists to embrace training, research, and technological advancement to improve their skills and remain relevant in an ever-changing media environment, adding that the credibility of the profession depends largely on the quality, character, and commitment of those who practise it.

‘Whether you work in print, broadcast, online media, or any other communication platform, you must always recognise the importance of your responsibilities to the public. Do not allow the pursuit of personal gain or the pressure to break news first to overshadow the need for accuracy and fairness,’ he said.

Ojo further appealed to journalists to use the power of the pen and the microphone to promote peace, unity, justice, and sustainable development in Osun State and Nigeria at large, describing the media as a bridge between the government and the people.

‘Constructive criticism should be encouraged, but it must be guided by facts, fairness, and the desire to build a better society. Journalists should avoid sensationalism, hate speech, and reports capable of inciting violence or deepening divisions among our people,’ he stated.

While urging journalists to remain courageous in holding individuals and institutions accountable, he encouraged them to uphold the ethics of the profession and protect the public interest.

The Special Adviser did not fail to highlight the developmental strides of the Governor Ademola Adeleke-led administration, calling on journalists to use their platform to inform the public about the infrastructure and welfare projects provided across the state.

The event, which drew members of the union from across the state, featured prayers, hymns, and goodwill messages, setting the tone for a week of activities lined up to mark the 2026 Press Week.

Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) senatorial candidate for Oyo Central, has donated millions of naira on behalf of party candidates at the fifth anniversary celebration of Akingbile-Oluana Community in Akinyele Local Government Area of Oyo State, while pledging to support the establishment of a healthcare centre if elected in 2027.

Ajadi made the donation during the community’s anniversary and ?250 million fundraising ceremony, which attracted APM candidates, political leaders and other stakeholders.

He used the occasion to appeal to residents to support APM candidates in the 2027 general election, expressing confidence in the party’s chances of securing key political offices in Oyo State.

Addressing the gathering, Ajadi declared his ambition to represent Oyo Central Senatorial District at the National Assembly. He also predicted that Bimbo Adekanmbi would become the next governor of Oyo State and that Governor Seyi Makinde would emerge as Nigeria’s next president.

‘I have come here to tell you that I am the next senator to represent you at the National Assembly. Bimbo Adekanmbi is the next governor of Oyo State, while Governor Seyi Makinde will be the next president of Nigeria, by the grace of God and with your full support,’ Ajadi said.

He commended the Makinde administration for its performance in Oyo State and urged residents to demonstrate their appreciation by voting for APM candidates in the 2027 elections.

Ajadi Pledges Healthcare Support

Speaking with journalists after the event, Ajadi said he would support the community’s request for a healthcare centre if elected senator in 2027.

He described access to healthcare as an important community need and indicated that the proposed facility would feature among the constituency support projects he intended to pursue if elected.

The pledge highlighted healthcare infrastructure as one of the development priorities raised during the anniversary celebration.

Clarifies Ancestral Roots in Ibadan

Ajadi also addressed rumours surrounding his paternal roots in Oyo State, clarifying that he hails from Ward 8, Osengere, in Egbeda Local Government Area of Ibadan.

He identified his ancestral family compound as the Ile Agunbiade family in Oja’Igbo, Ibadan, explaining that his paternal roots are connected to the Agunbiade and Amoo family lineages.

He identified his father as Sola Amoo, popularly known as Sola West, whom he described as a well-known musician. Ajadi also disclosed that his paternal family has links to Chief Bode Amao, a former President-General of the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII).

APM Leaders Seek Community’s Support

Also speaking at the event, Hon. Sikiru Oyedele Sanda, Chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) in Oyo State and Director-General of Ajadi’s senatorial campaign organisation, prayed for the continued growth, peace and prosperity of Akingbile-Oluana Community.

Sanda expressed the hope that the community would celebrate many more anniversaries in good health and prosperity. He also said APM candidates would return to celebrate with residents the following year if they won the election.

Hon. Lekan Abiola, the lawmaker representing Akinyele Constituency I in the Oyo State House of Assembly and the APM candidate for the constituency, said the community had given considerable support to the incumbent administration during the previous election.

He explained that the candidates’ attendance at the anniversary provided an opportunity to appreciate residents for their past support and seek their continued backing in 2027.

Similarly, Toheeb Adegoke, popularly known as ADLAT, the APM candidate for Akinyele Federal Constituency, said the delegation had come to express gratitude to the community and reaffirm its commitment to maintaining a positive relationship with residents.

The Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, Hon. Akinwole Ayobami Akinleye, assured residents that more democratic dividends were expected across the local government area.

He urged the community to support APM candidates in the 2027 general election, expressing optimism about further development initiatives in the area.

The anniversary celebration provided an opportunity for APM candidates to engage residents, acknowledge their previous electoral support and seek renewed backing ahead of the 2027 elections. Ajadi’s donation and pledge to support the proposed healthcare centre also brought community development needs into focus.