Today marks a significant milestone in our journey to quality representation. Hon. Ayo Ayodeji DFortune Oluleye has officially submitted his Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms for the House of Representatives, Akure North/South Federal Constituency, at the APC National Headquarters, Abuja.

This bold step reaffirms his unwavering commitment to serve our people with integrity, competence, and vision. To Our Ardent Followers and Beloved Constituents. We urge you to keep faith. By the Special Grace of God, we are confident of securing the party ticket. This is not just Hon. Ayodeji’s aspiration, it is our collective project for a better Akure North/South.

We understand the trust you’ve placed in us, and we do not take it lightly. Our Assurance to You, If given the mandate to represent you at the National Assembly, Hon. Ayodeji Oluleye pledges to Represent You Fully which your voices, needs, and aspirations will shape every motion, bill, and debate he engages in at the Green Chamber.

Deliver Tangible Impact, focus on Youth Empowerment, Job Creation, Quality Education, improved Healthcare, and Infrastructure that touches every ward in our Federal Constituency.

Practice Open-Door Leadership where Accessibility, Transparency, and regular Constituency Engagement will be the hallmark of his tenure.

Uphold Our Values in serving with the fear of God, accountability, and total dedication to our People.

This is more than politics. It is a mission to restore dignity to representation and ensure Akure North/South gets its rightful share of national development. Let us remain united, prayerful, and resolute. The journey has just begun, and with your continued support and God on our side, victory is assured.

Ògo Àkúré… A New Dawn Is Possible!

Signed By,
Hon. Adeoluwa Peter Ogundeyi
Media and Publicity
Head Team
ÒGO ÁKURÈ MANDATE GROUP

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TINE Africa Changemakers Conference 2026, set to Reimagine Africa’s future through Global Education, will come up on 20th May 2026 at the Victoria Garden Conference & Event Centre in Ikeja, Lagos. It features sessions across three sub-themes – Education & Scholarship, AI & Technology, and the CreativeEconomy, including a nationwide competition for secondary schools and sixth form colleges with over ₦1,000,000 to be won.

The conference will bring over 1,000 emerging leaders, students, educators, entrepreneurs, young professionals, and innovators, together from across the continent for a transformative experience that aims at exploring how global education can transform Africa’s sustainable future.

Organised by Laprinxo Consult as part of the broader TINE Africa platform, the 2026 edition of TINE Africa Changemakers Conference follows a successful 2024 debut that convened 400+ young leaders and innovators in Lagos. And, it advances the focus of TINE Africa Summit 2025 by deliberately shifting the conversation around global education from access to agency, participation to leadership, and dependency to co-creation.

Participation at this conference is completely free and all sessions are carefully curated to deliver excellence under three Sub-Themes:

• Education & Scholarship – exploring access, equity, and innovation in education across the continent, while equipping learners with information on student mobility and agency to thrive and lead globally.
• Artificial Intelligence & Technology – examining the transformative role of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies in shaping Africa’s future, with a focus on innovation ecosystems, digital inclusion, skills development, and ethical considerations.
• Creative Economy – spotlighting Africa’s creative industries (across film, music, fashion, digital arts, and beyond) as engines of economic growth, cultural identity, financial sustainability, and global relevance.

Conference Details
Date: Wednesday, 20 May 2026
Time: 9:00 AM Prompt
Venue: Victoria Garden Conference & Event Centre, Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria

Theme: Global Education and the Future of Africa

Entry: Free (registration is mandatory)

Conference Registration: https://bit.ly/TACC2026

As part of this conference, TINE Africa AI & Technology Competition invites secondary schools and sixth-form colleges to develop and present student-built, AI-driven and/or tech-enabled solutions to real-world challenges. Shortlisted schools will exhibit their projects at the conference to a panel of expert judges, industry leaders, and educators. At the conference, finalist schools will win over ₦1,000,000 in cash prizes alongside formal certificates and mentorship opportunities.

School Application Form for AI Competition: https://bit.ly/TACC2026AIContest

Submission deadline: Wednesday, 6 May 2026

Who Should Attend TINE Africa Changemakers Conference 2026?

The conference is designed for anyone refusing to accept the status quo – students studying with purpose and the educators supporting them, founders building startups or scaling initiatives, creatives shaping culture, technologists building tools, and professionals navigating careers with intention. Our past gatherings at TINE Africa have drawn a deliberately diverse audience of pre-tertiary and tertiary students, educators and counsellors, founders, development professionals, policymakers and corporate leaders from across Africa.

For more information about Africa Changemakers Conference 2026, please contact us via any of the following channels:

General Enquiries: info@tineafrica.com

Sponsorship & Partnerships: sponsorship@tineafrica.com
Phone: +234 706 804 2898
WhatsApp: +44 783 396 8921
Web: tineafrica.com

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Abuja– Chief Abdul Tunji Mohammed (ATM), APC frontrunner for Ondo North Senatorial District, has secured the blessings of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, and other party chieftains as his 2027 bid gains ground.

ATM met with the SGF and top APC leaders in Abuja, where he presented his agenda for Ondo North and sought their counsel. The meeting was described as cordial and strategic.

Senator Akume hailed ATM’s vision and readiness for national service. “The Senate needs men of capacity who understand governance. You have my support. Go and deliver for your people,” the SGF stated.

Responding, ATM said the backing of Senator Akume and other party chieftains was “a major boost.” He added: “Their encouragement strengthens our resolve to give Ondo North a strong, connected voice in the Senate.”

The consultation follows ATM’s purchase of the APC nomination form and earlier endorsements from former Deputy Governor Ali Olanusi, first-class monarchs, and youth groups in Ondo North.

Signed:
ATM Campaign Media Team

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Tension has gripped residents of Tenebo village in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State following a deadly attack by suspected bandits on a Mobile Police Force camp in the early hours of Saturday.

The assailants reportedly stormed the facility under the cover of darkness, unleashing violence that left casualties among security personnel stationed in the area.

Local sources said the attack, which occurred overnight, has heightened fears among residents who have been grappling with recurring incidents of insecurity in the community.

Confirming the development, the spokesperson of the Kwara State Police Command, Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, disclosed in a statement issued in Ilorin that the command is aware of the incident.

“I regret to confirm that an attack on the PMF Camp occurred in the early hours of today (Saturday). I will provide more accurate and detailed information shortly,” she stated.

The latest assault underscores growing concerns over the resurgence of banditry in Kaiama, where communities have faced repeated attacks marked by killings and abductions for ransom.

Residents of nearby Woro and Nuku villages have also been victims of similar attacks in recent times, as armed groups continue to target vulnerable rural settlements, raising questions about the adequacy of security measures in the area.

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House Of Reps hopeful, Nuel Ola Elehinle has again promised his commitments towards making his constituents from Owo/Ose Federal Constituency, have the full taste of dividends of Democracy that will be made available to them sooner than expected once he becomes their representative at the National Assembly.

The Ipele -born politician , said that time has come for the constituency to shine brighter and compete favourably with other constituencies in the state and the country in general.

Elehinle, CEO of Alumoni Mining Company Ltd and former OSOPADEC Commissioner, told reporters he was seeking election to the House of Representatives to represent Owo and Ose LGAs.

The APC chieftain from Ipele Ward 7, Owo LGA, worked with Atlas Copco and Epiroc Rock Drills AB, Sweden. He served on the Ondo State APC Campaign Council in 2024.

He is a Federal Polytechnic, Ado Ekiti graduate of Mineral Resources and Mining Engineering and he also holds an MSc from the University of Liverpool and Executive programme certificates from University of Oxford’s Saïd Business School and Geneva School of Diplomacy and International Relations.

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Four Aspirants on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the position of the House of Representatives in Ondo East/ West Federal constituency, have rejected the purported adoption of Hon Abiola Makinde as the party’s Consensus Candidate to enable him recontest for the third term.

The Aspirants namely; Dr. Jibayo Adeyeye, Hon. Ade Adeniyi, Hon Bola Fisayo and Dr. Michael Ajilo, described the political move as an imposition that can not be accepted by them, calling on the party’s leadership to conduct free and fair direct primary to choose Candidate for the federal constituency.

They told newsmen after their joint meeting in Ondo that all of them have obtained nomination and expression of interest forms, signalling that they are fully prepare for the direct primary as stipulated in the laws.

The Aspirants insisted that they were never part of any consensus arrangement leading to the endorsement of any candidate for our federal constituency, hence their total rejection and called for a Direct primary.

In a Communique issued at the end of the meeting held on Thursday and jointly signed, the Aspirants said “We the undersigned aspirants of the ALL PROGRESSIVES CONGRESS (APC) for the position of member House of Representatives (MHR) Ondo East/West Federal Constituency, (Hon Ade Adeniyi, Otunba Bola Fisayo, Dr Michael Ajilo and Hon Jibayo Adeyeye), following our quest to serve our community in representative capacity, state as follows:

“That we are members of APC. That we have all obtained the Expression of Interest and Nomina on form to contest the forthcoming primary Elec on of our party.

“We are not part of any consensus arrangements leading to the endorsement of any candidate for our cons federal constituency.

“We are aware of the yearnings and aspirations of our constituents concerning fielding of credible candidates to represent us at the National Assembly.

“We are also aware that the issue of poor representation is a topical issue in Ondo kingdom for which our constituents are greatly affected.

“That we have offered ourselves as credible alternatives in the APC. That we are discussing amongst ourselves and will come up with a consensus in due course.

“That we release this communique to reassure our constituents that help and indeed renewed hope is on the way,” they said.

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Ayodeji Oluleye, popularly known as Ògo Àkúré, has officially obtained the All Progressives Congress (APC) Expression of Interest and Nomination Form to contest for the House of Representatives seat representing Akure North and South Federal Constituency.

This development marks a significant milestone in his aspiration and underscores his commitment to offering purposeful, people-oriented representation to the good people of the constituency.

Speaking after obtaining the form, Oluleye expressed deep appreciation to party leaders, stakeholders, and supporters across the constituency for their unwavering encouragement and growing support.

He reaffirmed his belief in the ideals of the APC and emphasized the importance of unity, discipline, and collective progress within the party, particularly as it prepares for the forthcoming primaries.

Oluleye noted that his aspiration is driven by a genuine desire to contribute meaningfully to the development of Akure North and South Federal Constituency, assuring constituents of inclusive representation and impactful leadership if given the opportunity.

He further expressed confidence in a transparent, credible, and fair primary process, while urging party faithful to remain peaceful and committed to the overall success of the party.

Signed:
Hon. Fisayo Faleye
DG, Ògo Àkúré Mandate Group

For:
Hon. Ayodeji Oluleye (Ògo Àkúré)
House of Representatives Aspirant
Akure North & South Federal Constituency

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Hon. Mayokun Lawson-Alade (LAF) has once again demonstrated courage, vision, and unwavering dedication to the people by officially picking up his nomination form to contest for the Akure North/South Federal Constituency.

This bold step is not just a declaration of ambition, but a reaffirmation of his steadfast commitment to true, people-centered representation. LAF has consistently shown that leadership is about service, impact, and genuine connection with the grassroots. His decision to step forward at this critical time reflects a deep understanding of the needs, aspirations, and future of our constituency.

As a youthful, capable, and progressive leader, Hon. Lawson-Alade embodies the hope for a new era—one driven by accountability, development, and inclusive growth. His track record of community engagement, youth empowerment, and passion for progress positions him as the right choice to move Akure North/South forward.

The journey to better representation has begun, and with LAF, the people can be assured that their voices will not only be heard but amplified at the national stage.

LAF is ready. The people are ready. Victory is certain.

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Nigeria must urgently address policy inconsistencies, weak infrastructure and fragmented data systems if it is to build a sustainable entrepreneurial economy, the Managing Director of CRC Credit Bureau Limited, Dr. Ahmed Babatunde Popoola, has warned.

Speaking at a joint lecture organised by the Faculty of Management and Social Sciences and the Centre for Advancement and Industrial Collaboration at Kwara State University, Malete, Popoola said access to finance alone cannot drive economic growth without trust, reliable data and coordinated national policies.

He explained that Nigeria’s economic transformation depends on three key pillars: strong financial services, robust financial infrastructure and efficient socio-economic systems.

“We must develop all these three in Nigeria to join the league of entrepreneurial economies,” he said.

Popoola expressed concern over repeated policy changes across administrations, noting that lack of continuity continues to undermine support for small businesses.

“At the public policy level, a coherent access to finance framework for consumers and SMEs needs to be developed. We have observed that different administrations embark on different policies and continuity is not guaranteed. This is a major challenge in Nigeria,” he stated.

He also warned that a large portion of credit activity in Nigeria remains outside the formal financial system, especially with the rise of informal lending channels and unregulated digital platforms.

“A lot of credit activities take place informally outside the formal financial system. A robust finance framework would connect these fragmented sources to the formal system and enhance financial inclusion,” he said.

On identity management, Popoola called for the harmonisation of all identification systems into the National Identification Number (NIN), proposing it as the single identity for citizens.

“We need to accelerate the fusion of tax ID, passport, BVN, driver’s licence and voter’s card with the NIN. It should be the only unique number for everyone,” he said.

He further stressed the need for stronger data protection as Nigeria deepens its digital financial systems.

“Data is central to the success of the financial system. It must be protected from abuse and unauthorised access. Strict compliance with data protection regulations should be enforced,” he added.

Popoola also urged government agencies and private institutions to open up critical datasets to credit bureaus to improve lending decisions and expand access to credit.

“With the right data, credit bureaus can unlock access to credit for consumers and small businesses. Today, data is locked up in silos and not useful to the economy,” he said.

He warned that poor electricity supply continues to hinder entrepreneurship and industrial growth.

“I do not think any nation can achieve greatness if access to electricity remains as poor as we currently have it in Nigeria,” he said.

Popoola also challenged universities to assess the real impact of government interventions aimed at supporting SMEs, noting that many programmes lack proper evaluation.

“Rigorous research should determine whether these supports are achieving expected outcomes. As of now, we have little research activities in this area,” he noted.

He added that Nigeria is gradually building what he called an “infrastructure of trust,” supported by digital identity systems, credit reporting frameworks and payment platforms, and cited fintech firms such as Flutterwave, OPay, Interswitch and MoniePoint as evidence of progress in the digital economy.

While acknowledging government efforts, he maintained that direct funding alone cannot solve Nigeria’s financing challenges.

“Government direct financial support is a form of subsidy and cannot materially address the gaps in access to finance. The promotion of financial infrastructure will move the needle faster,” he said.

He also stressed the importance of education and healthcare in preparing Nigeria’s youth for entrepreneurship.

“When we build the capacity of people through quality education and accessible healthcare, we will unleash opportunities for our youthful population to live lives of dignity and prosperity,” he said.

In his remarks, the Vice-Chancellor of Kwara State University, Professor Shaykh-Luqman Jimoh, said the institution is strengthening its partnership with industry to improve graduate employability and national development.

He said the collaboration with CRC Credit Bureau Limited, formalised in January 2026, is aimed at linking academic learning with practical industry experience.

“Our students stand to benefit from structured internships, industry exposure, and targeted employability training, while our faculty will engage in joint research and knowledge exchange that strengthens both academic output and industry practice,” he said.

Jimoh added that the partnership reflects the university’s commitment to combining theory with practice for national development.

“For us, theory must meet practice on our campuses while practice must reflect grounded theories in our communities. This is the only way universities can contribute meaningfully to national development,” he said.

Also speaking, Dean of the Faculty of Management and Social Sciences, Dr. Rahman Mustapha, said trust remains central to Nigeria’s financial and entrepreneurial ecosystem.

“Today marks a significant milestone in our collective effort to bridge the gap between academia and industry,” he said.

He noted that financial innovation and entrepreneurship can only thrive in an environment of credibility and institutional confidence.

“Financial innovation and entrepreneurial drive can only thrive where trust is firmly established,” he said.

Mustapha urged students to actively engage with the lecture, saying their future success depends on understanding the evolving financial landscape.

“The future of finance and entrepreneurship in Nigeria rests on your shoulders, and trust remains the currency that will sustain your endeavours,” he said.

He also commended the university leadership and industry partners for sustaining initiatives that connect academic training with real-world skills, expressing optimism that the collaboration would have long-term impact on students, faculty and Nigeria’s economic development.

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The Governor of Ondo State, Dr. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has approved the appointment of Engr. (Dr.) Lawson Olorunwa Sunday as the Acting Rector of Rufus Giwa Polytechnic Owo, with effect from 25th April 2026.

The appointment follows the retirement of the incumbent Rector, Dr. Adegun Simeon Olurunwa, on 24th April 2026.

Engr. Lawson Olorunwa is a Chief Lecturer in the Department of Agricultural and BioEnvironmental Engineering Technology of the Polytechnic.

He holds a Ph.D. degree in Agricultural and Environmental Engineering Technology. He is also a Registered Engineer who has over
25 years of experience in the Nigerian polytechnic system.

He has held different administrative
positions, including Deputy Rector, Director of Works as well as Head of Department. He is currently
the Deputy Rector of the Polytechnic. Engr. Lawson hails from Ajagba in Irele Local Government area of Ondo State.

Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan,
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Ondo State.
April 25, 2026.

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