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Sanae Takaichi has become the country’s first female prime minister following a vote in the lower house of parliament in a landmark shift for Japanese politics. Takaichi, 64, leader of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), received 237 out of 465 votes in the lower house, securing her position as Japan’s 104th prime minister. Her election follows a coalition deal between the LDP and the right-wing Japan Innovation Party (Ishin no Kai), ensuring parliamentary support despite the government lacking a clear majority in both chambers. Takaichi’s emergence comes at a turbulent time for Japan, which is grappling with rising inflation,…

In his characteristic style of responsive and people-centered leadership, the Executive Chairman of Ibadan North Local Government, Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade, has once again brought succour to the residents of his council area with the commissioning of three motorised boreholes and the donation of three power-generating sets to different communities within the local government. The commissioning ceremonies, which took place on Monday, 13th October 2025, further underscored the administration’s commitment to improving the living standards of the people through tangible and community-driven projects. Hon. Olufade, who only recently distributed hundreds of chairs, tables, school bags, sandals, chalks, and markers to all…

In a landmark stride that underscores his commitment to quality education, the Executive Chairman of Ibadan North Local Government, Honourable Oluwaseun Olufade, has made history as the first-ever local government chairman to provide hundreds of desks and chairs, school bags, sandals, chalks, and markers to all 73 functional primary schools within the council area. The symbolic presentation ceremony took place on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at the Ibadan North Local Government Secretariat, Agodi Ibadan, attracting an impressive gathering of dignitaries, education stakeholders, and community leaders. Speaking at the event, Hon. Olufade expressed profound gratitude to the guests for their presence…

The Oyo State Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources Task Force has arrested another four individuals for illegal dumping of refuse on road medians within the Ibadan metropolis. This latest arrest comes shortly after five other offenders were apprehended for similar offences earlier in the week, bringing the total number of offenders to nine in just a few days. According to the Ministry, the operation is part of ongoing efforts to ensure environmental sanity and total compliance with the state’s waste management regulations. The Task Force emphasized that illegal dumping of refuse not only defaces the city but also poses…

The 2015 Social Democratic Party (SDP) candidate for Egbeda State Constituency and Former Supervisor for Works in Egbeda Local Government between 2019 and 2023, Hon. Sanni Oladiran Wasiu has once again demonstrated his compassion and commitment to community development as he empowered 200 widows across 11 wards within the local government with cash support and distributed food items to cushion the economic hardship currently facing many families. The empowerment programme, held at the Old SDP building, Egbeda Local Government drew a large gathering of political leaders, community representatives and party members who commended Hon. Sanni for his dedication to grassroots…

The Executive Chairman of Ibadan North Local Government, Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade, has been honoured with the prestigious award of “Most Outstanding council Chairman in Oyo South Senatorial District” by the Youth Assembly of Nigeria (YAN), Oyo State Chapter. The recognition came during the 2025 Youth Awards Ceremony, held on October 1st, 2025, at the Western Hall, Agodi, Ibadan, where distinguished personalities and youth advocates gathered to celebrate excellence and leadership. According to the organisers, Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade emerged as the winner after securing the highest number of votes in his category a testament to his overwhelming popularity and positive impact…

Legendary Afrojùjú artist Oluwashina Akanbi “Shina” Peters has publicly refuted circulating reports alleging that he died from a heart attack. In the widely shared post, the 67-year-old musician clarified that the report was false and assured his fans that he is alive and in good health. In a statement via his official Instagram account, Peters wrote: “This is False News. I’m alive and well… kindly disregard, flag & report the promoters of such news.” He further addressed the rumours in Yoruba, warning: “E da ke Rumors!!” which means “Stop spreading rumours.” The false death reports had started circulating with hashtags…

Oluwatosin “Mr Eazi” Ajibade, the Nigerian afrobeats star and entrepreneur, has publicly announced that he plans to run for the presidency in an African country. In a video shared on Snapchat, Mr Eazi said he has been considering this move for some time and believes “it’s time to share” the idea with his audience. He described the kind of leader he wants to be as one who is not driven by power or money, but by forward-thinking, youthfulness, energy and service. He did not specify which African country he intends to lead. Some people have speculated that he could mean…

A high-profile meeting which was held in Port Harcourt on Saturday night brought together Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike; Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara; and Martins Amaewhule, Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly. The gathering also included Chief Ferdinand Alabraba, Chairman of the Rivers State Elders Council, along with “other leaders” of the Rivers political family. The meeting was characterized by a visible show of reconciliation among key stakeholders in Rivers State, following prolonged political tension. Lere Olayinka, the Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication and New Media to Minister Wike, posted photos of the…

In a bid to reduce financial pressure on parents and promoting free and equitable access to basic education, the Kwara State Government has announced the cancellation of the Parents-Teachers Association (PTA) levy in all public primary schools across the state. The decision, which takes immediate effect. Making the announcement in Ilorin, the Chairman of the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Prof. Shehu Raheem Adaramaja, said the state government has approved the introduction of annual school grants to cater for the operational needs previously covered by PTA contributions. He noted that the initiative reflects the government’s commitment to making public…