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APPEAL COURT CLEARS ADC FOR 2027 ELECTIONS AS ATIKU'S CAMP HAILS LANDMARK JUDGMENT The camp of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has welcomed the judgment of the Court of Appeal nullifying a Federal High Court ruling that sought the deregistration of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and four other political parties, describing the decision as a major victory for democracy and the party's participation in the 2027 general elections. In a statement released on Tuesday by the Atiku Media Office, the former Vice President's camp said the appellate court's decision had removed all legal obstacles that could have affected the ADC's eligibility to participate in the 2027 elections. According to the statement, the latest judgment, alongside an earlier Federal High Court ruling affirming the Senator David Mark-led National Executive Committee of the ADC, has resolved all pending legal disputes concerning the party's legal status and leadership. The statement note...

HOW SUNDAY IGBOHO CLAIMS HE ESCAPED DSS RAID ON HIS IBADAN HOME Yoruba Nation activist, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has recounted his version of the events surrounding the July 2021 raid by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) on his residence in Ibadan, Oyo State. Speaking during a visit by Muslim delegations to his Ibadan residence on Monday, Igboho claimed he remained inside the house throughout the operation despite the presence of security operatives, who he said were unable to locate him. According to him, the operatives arrived at about 1:30 a.m. and began shooting after hearing his voice. He alleged that they later forced their way into the house by using explosives to destroy the burglary-proof entrance. Igboho said he briefly considered surrendering but decided against it because he feared he could be killed if arrested. He further claimed that his personal assistant, identified as Dudu, was held at gunpoint while officers demanded that h...

AIYEDATIWA BOOSTS POWER SUPPLY AS ONDO BEGINS DISTRIBUTION OF TRANSFORMERS TO COMMUNITIES The Ondo State Government has commenced the first phase of the distribution of electricity transformers to communities across the state's three senatorial districts in a move aimed at improving electricity supply, reducing power outages, and supporting economic growth. The initiative forms part of the administration's efforts to strengthen power infrastructure and expand access to reliable electricity for residents and businesses across Ondo State. According to the state government, the transformers being distributed are of different capacities, including 100KVA 11KV/415V, 300KVA 11KV/415V, and 500KVA 11KV and 33KV/415V, to meet the varying electricity needs of beneficiary communities. Speaking during the formal handover ceremony held at the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources in Akure, the Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Engr. (Dr.) Johnson Alabi, said the distributi...

OPOMULERO GROUP DISMISSES GOVERNANCE SURVEY, DEFENDS AIYEDATIWA'S PERFORMANCE IN ONDO The Opomulero Group has rejected a recent article by Adewale Momoh titled "Ondo Leads in Poor Governance Ratings," describing it as a deliberate misrepresentation of the realities of governance in Ondo State. In a statement signed by its Director General, Hon. Olasupo Olakunori Michael, the group criticised the report for relying on what it described as an unverified perception survey, arguing that it failed to reflect the achievements recorded under the administration of Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa. According to the group, the publication presented a one-sided narrative by amplifying the findings of a private organisation without acknowledging ongoing developmental projects and government initiatives across the state. The statement maintained that Governor Aiyedatiwa assumed office amid significant challenges but has since demonstrated prudent leadership, transparency, and commit...

AIYEDATIWA REMAINS APC'S AUTHENTIC LEADER IN ONDO, OPOMULERO GROUP REJECTS AJISAFE'S CLAIMS The Opomulero Group has dismissed an article written by legal practitioner, Oloroogun Sola Ajisafe, titled "Clean Hands, Dirty Process: Aiyedatiwa and the APC Crisis in Ondo," describing it as a politically motivated publication presented under the guise of legal analysis. In a statement signed by its Director General, Hon. Olasupo Olakunori Michael, the group said while every citizen has the constitutional right to express opinions, public commentary, particularly from legal professionals, should be guided by verifiable facts and balanced analysis. According to the statement, the article relied heavily on allegations without presenting sufficient evidence to support its claims, arguing that it appeared designed to undermine the leadership of Ondo State Governor, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, rather than provide an objective assessment of the situation within the All Progressives ...

OPOMULERO GROUP FIRES BACK AT SOLA AJISAFE, SAYS AIYEDATIWA'S PERFORMANCE OUTSHINES POLITICAL ATTACKS The Opomulero Group has dismissed allegations contained in an article written by legal practitioner, Oloroogun Sola Ajisafe, describing the publication as a politically motivated commentary intended to undermine the leadership of Ondo State Governor, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa. In a statement signed by its Director General, Hon. Olasupo Olakunori Michael, the group said the article, titled "Clean Hands, Dirty Process: Aiyedatiwa and the APC Crisis in Ondo," relied on allegations without presenting sufficient verifiable evidence and should be regarded as political opinion rather than an objective legal analysis. According to the statement, Governor Aiyedatiwa became Governor through the constitutional process of succession before subsequently receiving the mandate of members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the people of Ondo State through a democratic election. T...

WIKE CRACKS DOWN ON ILLEGAL CAR RACING IN ABUJA, WARNS RACERS TO STAY OUT OF RESIDENTIAL AREAS The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has warned that his administration will not tolerate illegal car racing in residential areas of Abuja, stressing that protecting lives and public safety remains a top priority. Wike gave the warning on Monday while inspecting ongoing infrastructure projects in the FCT and responding to concerns over the dangers posed by street racing to residents and other road users. According to the minister, although no formal complaint had been received by the FCT Administration, he would direct the appropriate traffic authorities to investigate the issue and take necessary action to stop the activities in residential neighbourhoods. He stated that individuals interested in car racing should restrict such activities to designated locations rather than streets where people live. The minister also appealed to racing enthusiasts to recognise t...

POROYE DECLARES WAR ON APC CRISIS, VOWS TO REUNITE PARTY AND END INTERNAL COURT BATTLES The Chairman of the Ondo State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (OSOPADEC), Prince Olabiyi Olaleye Poroye, has pledged to reconcile aggrieved members of the All Progressives Congress (APC), facilitate the resolution of pending internal disputes, and strengthen the party's unity following his inauguration as Chairman of the Ondo State APC 10-member Reconciliation Committee. Prince Poroye made the commitment on Monday after the committee was inaugurated at the APC State Secretariat in Akure by the Ondo State APC Chairman, Hon. Babatunde Kolawole. The committee was constituted to address grievances arising from the recently concluded ward, local government and state congresses, as well as the State and National Assembly primary elections, with the aim of promoting unity and preparing the party for future electoral contests. Speaking after the inauguration, Poroye expressed appreciation ...

ONDO SUBEB UNVEILS NEW STRATEGY TO TRANSFORM BASIC EDUCATION, INAUGURATES SBMC EXECUTIVES The Ondo State Universal Basic Education Board (ODSUBEB), in collaboration with the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), has inaugurated newly elected State, Senatorial and Local Government Education Area (LGEA) executives of the School-Based Management Committee (SBMC) as part of efforts to strengthen community participation in the delivery of quality basic education across the state. The inauguration and orientation programme, held at St. James CAC Mega Primary School, Irowo, Akure, also featured the unveiling of the Revised School-Based Management Committee (SBMC) Operational Documents. According to the Board, the revised guidelines are aimed at improving the effectiveness, accountability and operational efficiency of SBMCs in line with current UBEC policies and standards. Speaking at the event, the Permanent Secretary of ODSUBEB, Princess Abike Bayo-Ilawole, PhD, described the inaugur...

AIYEDATIWA'S ACHIEVEMENTS SPEAK LOUDER THAN PROPAGANDA, SAYS OPOMULERO GROUP DG The Director General of the Opomulero Group, Hon. Olasupo Olakunori Michael, has dismissed recent allegations linking Ondo State Governor, Dr. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, to anti-party activities or an alleged alliance with the African Democratic Congress (ADC), describing the claims as baseless and politically motivated. In a statement made available to the media, Michael said the allegations were part of a deliberate campaign by political opponents to undermine the governor's growing popularity and impressive record of governance. According to him, Governor Aiyedatiwa's achievements in infrastructure development, workers' welfare, education, healthcare, youth and women empowerment, security, rural development, and prudent management of public resources have earned him widespread support across Ondo State, leaving critics with little option but to spread what he described as unfounded narrat...

ILE-OLUJI/OKEIGBO TO BENEFIT AS AIYEDATIWA ADVANCES MAJOR PUBLIC WATER SUPPLY PROJECT IN ONDO Residents of Ile-Oluji/Okeigbo Local Government Area are among the beneficiaries of the Ondo State Government's ongoing public water supply revitalisation project aimed at expanding access to potable water across the state. The project, being implemented under the African Development Bank (AfDB)- and French Development Agency (AFD)-supported Urban Water Supply Project, is designed to rehabilitate and strengthen water infrastructure while improving access to clean and safe water in selected local government areas. According to a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Communication and Strategy, Allen Sowore, Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa's administration is making steady progress in restoring public water supply through the rehabilitation of the Owena Water Treatment Plant and the expansion of the state's water distribution network. The statement noted that ...

AIYEDATIWA ADVANCES PUBLIC WATER REVIVAL AS ONDO WATER SUPPLY PROJECT GATHERS MOMENTUM The Ondo State Government says significant progress is being recorded in its efforts to restore public water supply across the state through the ongoing rehabilitation and expansion of water infrastructure. According to a statement issued on Monday by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Communication and Strategy, Allen Sowore, Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa's administration is advancing the AFD-assisted Urban Water Supply Project aimed at revitalising the Owena Water Treatment Plant and improving access to potable water for residents. The statement noted that construction activities are currently ongoing in Akure and surrounding communities, including Ado Road, Igoba, Isinigbo and Oda, where engineers and contractors are laying new transmission pipelines and upgrading critical water infrastructure. The project includes the construction of new transmission mains from the Owena Water Trea...

ONDO APC INAUGURATES RECONCILIATION COMMITTEE TO STRENGTHEN PARTY UNITY AHEAD OF 2027 The Ondo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has inaugurated its Reconciliation Committee as part of efforts to strengthen internal unity, promote harmony among members and consolidate the party ahead of the 2027 general elections. The committee was inaugurated during a meeting held at the APC State Secretariat in Akure. The event was presided over by the Ondo State APC Chairman, Hon. Kolawole Babatunde, and attended by members of the committee, party leaders, members of the Elders' Forum and other stakeholders. Speaking at the inauguration, Hon. Babatunde expressed appreciation to members of the committee for accepting the responsibility to serve the party at what he described as a crucial period. He also acknowledged the contributions of party elders, including Hon. Jamiu Ekungba and Elder Vincent Oyepata, commending their continued support and guidance. The APC chairman also pr...

AIYEDATIWA TO DISTRIBUTE 1,800 BAGS OF RICE, EMPOWER VULNERABLE RESIDENTS IN ONDO The Ondo State Government has announced plans to distribute 1,800 bags of rice and other relief materials to widows, persons with disabilities (PWDs), senior citizens and other vulnerable groups across the state as part of ongoing social intervention efforts. The Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Dr Seun Osamaye, disclosed the initiative during a media briefing in Akure on Monday. She explained that the programme is being implemented under the Renewed Hope Initiative Social Investment Programme of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration, with the approval of Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa. According to the commissioner, the food outreach and empowerment programme is designed to cushion the effects of current economic challenges facing vulnerable households across Ondo State. She said beneficiaries would receive food items and essential support aimed at easing hardship, re...

GOVERNOR AIYEDATIWA REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO APC, DISMISSES ANTI-PARTY ALLEGATIONS The Ondo State Government has dismissed reports alleging that Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa is involved in anti-party activities ahead of the 2027 general elections, describing the claims as false, misleading, and an attempt to create unnecessary controversy. In a statement issued on Monday by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan, the government clarified that a photograph showing Governor Aiyedatiwa with the African Democratic Congress (ADC) Ondo Central Senatorial candidate, Senator Ayo Akinyelure, at the Government House Chapel was being deliberately misrepresented. According to the statement, the Government House Chapel, like the mosque within the Government House premises, is a public place of worship open to all citizens, religious leaders, and public officials, regardless of political affiliation. It stressed that the facility is not reserved exclusively for memb...

DADEOWO DEFENDS AIYEDATIWA, REJECTS ALLEGATIONS MADE AGAINST ONDO GOVERNOR Former Senior Special Assistant to the Governor of Ondo State on Special Interest, Apostle Temitope Olowofoyekun Dadeowo, has issued a detailed response to comments made by political commentator Jimmy Adekanle, popularly known as JAF, defending Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa against allegations relating to security spending, governance and other issues. In a statement made available to the public, Dadeowo described the allegations as false, misleading and lacking factual basis, insisting that criticisms against the governor should be supported by verifiable evidence. Addressing concerns over Ondo State's security expenditure, Dadeowo argued that comparisons between the current administration and previous governments should take into account changes in Nigeria's security environment and rising operational costs. According to him, increasing security challenges across the country have necessitated grea...

DADEOWO DEFENDS AIYEDATIWA OVER CHURCH VISIT, DISMISSES ANTI-PARTY ALLEGATION Former Senior Special Assistant to the Governor of Ondo State on Special Interest, Apostle Temitope Olowofoyekun Dadeowo, has dismissed allegations suggesting that Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa engaged in anti-party activities following the reported presence of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) Ondo Central Senatorial candidate, Senator Allover, at a church service held within the Government House Chapel in Akure. Reacting to a social media post by an APC chieftain identified as JAF, who alleged that the governor was supporting the ADC candidate and called on the APC National Secretariat to take note, Dadeowo described the claims as unfounded and a misrepresentation of the circumstances surrounding the visit. According to Dadeowo, the Government House Chapel is a public place of worship where individuals are free to worship God regardless of their political affiliation. He argued that attendance at...

DON'T BE IN A HURRY; WAIT FOR YOUR TIME — APOSTLE DADEOWO URGES PATIENCE, RESPECT FOR DUE PROCESS A former Senior Special Assistant to the Governor of Ondo State on Special Interest, Apostle Temitope Olowofoyekun Dadeowo, has called on political leaders, aspirants and the general public to embrace patience, respect constituted authority and allow due process to take its course in leadership and governance. In a public message titled "Don't Be in a Hurry; Wait for Your Time," Dadeowo emphasised that patience remains one of the greatest virtues anyone can possess, noting that rushing into positions of authority or leadership without proper timing often results in mistakes and long-term regret. Quoting Ecclesiastes 3:6 and Habakkuk 2:3, he stated that life operates in seasons and that God's plans are fulfilled at appointed times. According to him, those who understand the importance of divine timing are more likely to achieve lasting success than those driven by impa...

YINKA AKINTERINWA PAYS HEARTFELT TRIBUTE TO WIFE, TEMITOPE BUKOLA, AS SHE CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY Businessman and public figure, Yinka Salard Akinterinwa, has paid a glowing tribute to his wife, Mrs. Temitope Bukola Akinterinwa, in celebration of her birthday on Monday, July 27, 2026, describing her as his greatest blessing, strongest pillar, and unwavering companion through life's journey. In a heartfelt birthday message, Akinterinwa expressed profound gratitude to God for blessing him with a woman who stood firmly by his side during difficult moments, including challenging periods in business and politics. According to him, his wife remained a constant source of encouragement, faith, and strength when circumstances were uncertain. He praised her not only as a loving wife but also as a devoted mother and homemaker who has built a peaceful and happy home while embracing his extended family with love, humility, and respect. Akinterinwa noted that her kindness and selflessness have ear...

MAN ALLEGEDLY CAUGHT WITH TWO SUSPECTED HUMAN HEARTS AND CHARMS IN ILE-OLUJI A man has reportedly been apprehended in Ile-Oluji, Ondo State, after he was allegedly found in possession of two suspected human hearts and charms. The incident has generated widespread reactions among residents, with many awaiting official confirmation and further details from the relevant authorities. According to information attributed to EBO Media, the suspect was allegedly caught with the items under circumstances that are yet to be fully disclosed. As of the time of filing this report, the identity of the suspect and the circumstances surrounding the incident have not been officially confirmed by the police or other security agencies. Opima RealNews will continue to monitor the situation and provide verified updates as more information becomes available. Source: EBO Media