By Onawumi Ayochris In the high-stakes corridors of the United Nations (UN) Headquarters in New York, a new Nigerian voice has rapidly emerged as one of the most assertive and results-oriented diplomats on the global stage. Amb. Jimoh Ibrahim, Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the UN, has in mere months transformed the country’s diplomatic profile, securingContinue reading "Jimoh Ibrahim’s Blitz at the UN: Dual chairmanships, security council ambition, Nigeria’s front-row return"
Jimoh Ibrahim: Championing Nigeria’s quest for a permanent seat at the UN security council
Amb. Jimoh Ibrahim CFR, deserves commendation for boldly championing Nigeria’s quest for a stronger and more influential position in the comity of nations, particularly the country’s longstanding aspiration for permanent representation on the United Nations Security Council. Since assuming office as Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ibrahim has demonstrated a clear understanding thatContinue reading "Jimoh Ibrahim: Championing Nigeria’s quest for a permanent seat at the UN security council"
Aiyedatiwa’s varsity funding unprecedented, says APC chieftain, Olabode
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State, Mr. Omoyele Olabode, has hailed Gov. Lucky Aiyedatiwa over the release of over N1 billion intervention fund to state-owned tertiary institutions. Olabode, also a public affairs analyst who hails from Okitipupa Local Government Area, described the governor's gesture as unprecedented and a clear demonstrationContinue reading "Aiyedatiwa’s varsity funding unprecedented, says APC chieftain, Olabode"
Where Roots Run Deep, Influence Runs Far: MATO and the politics of know your own (Da ti e mo)
A lion does not earn the respect of the jungle by abandoning its territory; its authority begins where its footprints are deepest, so it is in politics, before a man can command the confidence of a wider people, his own people must first recognise him, embrace him and stand with him. That is the politicalContinue reading "Where Roots Run Deep, Influence Runs Far: MATO and the politics of know your own (Da ti e mo)"
81st UNGA: Exclusion of Africa from UN security council, subverts global governance legitimacy
.....Meets Amina Mohammed as Nigeria rallies behind UN reform Vice President Kashim Shettima has said Africa’s continued exclusion from permanent membership of the United Nations (UN) Security Council undermines the fairness and legitimacy of the global governance system. He reaffirmed Nigeria’s support for urgent reform of the UN, noting that the nation would remain aContinue reading "81st UNGA: Exclusion of Africa from UN security council, subverts global governance legitimacy"
MATO returns home to enthusiastic Okeigbo reception
The political temperature in Ondo South is rising, and Okeigbo provided another vivid scene as the PDP senatorial candidate for Ondo South, Hon. Mathew Oye Oyerinmade, popularly known as MATO, returned to his home town to a warm and enthusiastic reception. For MATO, Okeigbo is not unfamiliar territory. It is home, and the reception thatContinue reading "MATO returns home to enthusiastic Okeigbo reception"
AFCON Qualifier: Super Eagles stun Madagascar with 2-1 defeat
The Super Eagles of Nigeria fought back from a goal down to defeat Madagascar 2-1 in their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier in Uyo on Friday. George Ilenikhena and Moses Usor scored on their senior international debuts as Nigeria recovered from Madagascar’s early breakthrough to claim maximum points at the Godswill Akpabio InternationalContinue reading "AFCON Qualifier: Super Eagles stun Madagascar with 2-1 defeat"
Ondo South 2027: Beyond the 66 wards tour, the politics of staying connected
By Ondo South Political Great Minds Forum Politics has a way of turning old roads into new highways whenever an election draws near. Suddenly, familiar communities become campaign destinations, stakeholders become essential contacts, and every ward becomes a must-visit. But Ondo South should ask a simple question: what happened before the campaign season arrived? AContinue reading "Ondo South 2027: Beyond the 66 wards tour, the politics of staying connected"
Aiyedatiwa boost workers welfare, raises DTA, car, housing loans
Gov. Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State in demonstration of his continued commitment to the welfare of workers in the state, has approved increases in Car Loan, Housing Loan and Duty Tour Allowance (DTA) payable to all categories of workers in the state public service. Announcing the approvals in his office on Friday, the State HeadContinue reading "Aiyedatiwa boost workers welfare, raises DTA, car, housing loans"
Why Tinubu is absent from 81st UNGA – Jimoh Ibrahim
Amb. Jimoh Ibrahim, Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations (UN), has given another reason for President Bola Tinubu’s absence at the ongoing 81st UN General Assembly (UNGA) in New York. Ibrahim explained that Tinubu can’t attend UNGA and speak for just 15 minutes while most of the speakers on the speaking list are ViceContinue reading "Why Tinubu is absent from 81st UNGA – Jimoh Ibrahim"