Gist: Governorship Candidate of the Allied People's Movement (APM) in Oyo State, Hon Bimbo Adekanmbi Makes Bold Statement, Leaves Opponents Playing Catch-Up

Premium gist as e Dey hot! 😂

Na for Local Government Staff Training Hall, Secretariat the gist take happen today!!!

Meeting with the League of Imams and Alfas no be small matter.

Our candidate quietly dropped ₦3.5 million.

Their broom candidate dropped ₦500,000… but dem no gree accept am.

Next thing be say our candidate still gave ₦500,000 make dem add to the broom candidate’s own. 😅

Politics no dey finish! Some representatives just dey wish make ground open swallow them.

As dem talk say, results speak louder than promises. 🤭🍿

Something rather interesting unfolded today at the Local Government Staff Training Hall, Secretariat, Ibadan, during the meeting with the League of Imams and Alfas.

According to those present, our candidate made a donation of ₦3.5 million, while the broom candidate donated ₦500,000.

The story is that the donation of the broom candidate was not accepted as initially presented. It is also being said that our candidate subsequently handed an additional ₦500,000 to the representative of the broom candidate to add to his principal’s contribution.

Observers could not help but notice the representative’s visible discomfort throughout the moment, as he reportedly struggled to maintain eye contact after the development.

Politics never lacks moments that leave everyone talking. Sometimes, the conversations after an event become even bigger than the event itself.

INAUGURATION: Makinde Charges Oyo Youth Parliament Members To Champion Integrity, Dialogue, Good Governance

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The Oyo State Government has charged members of the newly inaugurated 3rd Oyo State Youth Parliament to uphold the principles of integrity, discipline,

patriotism, and selfless service as they assume their legislative responsibilities.

The charge was delivered by the Secretary to the Oyo State Government, Prof. Musibau Babatunde, who represented Governor Engr. Seyi Makinde, at the inauguration of the 32 members of the 3rd Oyo State Youth Parliament held on Friday at the House of Chiefs Chamber, Oyo State House of Assembly Complex, Secretariat, Ibadan.

Addressing the newly inaugurated youth legislators, Prof. Babatunde described the Youth Parliament as an important platform designed to nurture future leaders, deepen democratic values, encourage constructive debate on issues affecting society, and promote innovative solutions to contemporary challenges.

He urged the lawmakers to regard their inauguration not as a privilege but as a solemn responsibility to serve the people with honesty, discipline, and unwavering commitment to the progress of Oyo State. "As members of the Youth Parliament, you must embrace dialogue over division, ideas over sentiment, and service above personal interest. Let your conduct reflect the values of respect, accountability, responsibility, and commitment to the development of our dear state," he said.

The SSG reaffirmed Governor Makinde's unwavering commitment to youth development, noting that the administration has continued to invest in education, skills acquisition, entrepreneurship, technology, sports, and youth inclusion in governance as part of its vision for sustainable development.

According to him, empowering young people remains a strategic priority of the Makinde administration because a society that invests in its youth is laying a solid foundation for a more prosperous and inclusive future.

He encouraged the newly inaugurated parliamentarians to maximize the opportunity provided by the Youth Parliament to become catalysts for positive change, ambassadors of peace, and advocates of good governance through constructive engagement and impactful legislative contributions. Prof. Babatunde further expressed confidence that the Assembly would contribute meaningfully to policy discussions and initiatives capable of advancing the socio-economic development of Oyo State.

On behalf of Governor Seyi Makinde, he congratulated the 32 members on their inauguration into the 3rd Oyo State Youth Parliament and wished them a successful tenure marked by exemplary leadership, innovation, and dedicated service to the people of the state. Delivering his goodwill message, the Chairman of the House Committee on Youth and Sports, Hon. Adebisi Yusuff, urged the newly inaugurated youth parliamentarians to uphold the highest standards of integrity, responsibility, and selfless service. He stressed that empowering young people and providing them with platforms for active participation in governance are indispensable to achieving sustainable development and strengthening

democratic institutions in Oyo State.

Adekanmbi further encouraged the youth parliamentarians to serve as agents of positive change, assuring them that with visionary leadership and committed young leaders, Oyo State is poised for greater growth, innovation, and sustainable

development.

The Clerk of the House, Mrs. Taiwo Muraina Akinola lauded the newly members-selects and admonished them to see their emergence as representative of youth across the constituencies of Oyo State is both an honour and a call to service. "You have been entrusted with the responsibility of serving as the voice of thousands of young people whose aspirations, concerns and hope must find expressions through your deliberations and engagement. 

Governor Seyi Makinde Oyo State Youth Parliament is a practical demonstration of the commitment to youth development, leadership grooming and inclusive governance, as it provides a unique platform for young people to gain firsthand experience in legislative practice, public policy discussion, consensus building and democratic leadership.

How seven Boko Haram, ISWAP commanders returning from Hajj were arrested at Katsina airport – Minister

Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has disclosed that seven suspected Boko Haram and ISWAP commanders were recently arrested through Nigeria’s integrated identity management system while returning from pilgrimage.

The minister said the suspects were intercepted at the Katsina airport last Thursday on arrival from Mecca and subsequently handed over to the Department of State Services (DSS), describing the operation as evidence of the effectiveness of the government’s ongoing reforms in identity management and border security.

He made the disclosure yesterday, at the State House, Abuja, after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu signed the 2026 National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) Act into law,

President Tinubu assented to the legislation in the presence of the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio; Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu; House Leader Julius Ihonvbere; Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi; the World Bank’s representative, Taimur Samad; and the Director-General of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), Dr. Abisoye Coker-Odusote.

According to a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President said the new law marks a major milestone in Nigeria’s efforts to modernise identity management, strengthen national security, improve public service delivery and deepen the country’s digital economy.

Speaking after the signing ceremony, Tunji-Ojo described the legislation as a landmark achievement that would further enhance internal security and improve citizens’ access to government services.

He said the Tinubu administration inherited a fragmented identity management system in which critical databases operated independently, but explained that reforms had now integrated key government platforms.

“With this law, our security architecture can be enhanced. When Mr. President came on board, we had a disconnected system within our identity data management system. At that time, getting a passport and getting a driving permit were completely disconnected from our identity database. But today, you can’t get a Nigerian passport without pulling data from NIMC”, the minister said.

According to him, the harmonisation of identity databases has significantly strengthened border control operations and intelligence gathering.

“What you have in immigration is what you have in the NIMC database, and let me say this clearly, that it has even helped our border control process. I know, sometime ago, the Senate President was alarmed by how some terrorists went on pilgrimage, wondering how they crossed our borders. We inherited a fractured system.

“But I’m happy to tell you that even last week, Thursday, seven of the known commanders of Boko Haram and ISWAP at the point of coming back from Mecca were arrested in Katsina at the airport and were handed over to the DSS.

“This is only possible because NIMC’s ID is already connected with the immigration database, and it’s already speaking to even the Interpol 24/7, and we have been able to automate this”, he added.

The minister said the new Act would accelerate the harmonisation of identity databases, improve the integrity of the National Identity Number (NIN) system, strengthen inter-agency collaboration and enhance Nigeria’s capacity to combat identity theft, terrorism, financial crimes and other security threats.

Senate President Akpabio welcomed the presidential assent, describing the legislation as a reflection of the National Assembly’s commitment to enacting laws that respond to Nigeria’s evolving security and developmental challenges.

He expressed confidence that the law would strengthen public trust in the country’s identity management architecture, noting that it aligns with President Tinubu’s reform agenda and his promise to transform Nigeria.

Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu also described the legislation as a transformative reform that would improve governance, promote accountability and support national development through a credible identity management system.

He noted that the 2007 NIMC Act had become obsolete and required urgent updating to reflect present-day realities.

“Today marks a historic milestone in Nigeria’s digital transformation. It reflects the Federal Government’s bold commitment to building a robust, trusted and inclusive identity ecosystem”, Kalu said.

The Director-General of NIMC, Dr. Coker-Odusote, assured that the commission would work with relevant government agencies, development partners and the private sector to fully implement the provisions of the new law.

She described the legislation as a major boost to the commission’s mandate, saying it establishes a modern legal framework for Nigeria’s digital identity ecosystem after 19 years under an outdated law.

According to her, the Act strengthens the National Identification Number as the country’s primary identity verification tool while introducing innovations that support secure digital identity, seamless access to government and private sector services, and Nigeria’s broader digital transformation agenda.

Late Mr Ibu’s family gets N7.5m donations for rent, school fees

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The family of late comic actor, John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu, has received N7.5m in donations after a public appeal over unpaid rent, school fees and poor living conditions.

The update was shared on Friday by content creator King Mitchy via Instagram, two days after she posted a video showing Mr Ibu’s widow and children pleading for assistance.

“First of all, I sincerely want to thank everyone who donated. Together, we were able to raise ₦7.5 million for the family. God bless every single one of you,” she wrote.

According to her, the donations will be used to pay the children’s school fees, including the eldest daughter’s West African Senior School Certificate Examination fees, and settle the family’s rent.

“This support will help pay the children’s school fees, including the eldest daughter’s WAEC fees, which they couldn’t afford. It will also help them with rent,” she added.

King Mitchy disclosed that she advised the widow to relocate to a more affordable apartment after discussing the family’s situation with her.

She said she would release more parts of the conversation, including responses to questions many Nigerians had asked about the family’s situation.

“I only met her two days ago after a neighbour called me to help. I knew nothing about the family’s situation before then. My only focus from the beginning has been to make sure the children get the help they deserve,” she stated

The development comes days after a video surfaced online in which Mr Ibu’s widow said the family had been living without electricity for about two months because they could not pay their bills.

She also said they fetched water from a well, while their children had stopped attending school over unpaid fees.

Mr Ibu died on March 2, 2024, at the age of 62 after battling illness.

Birthday Felicitations to the Chairman, Ward 2 Oluyole Local Government

On behalf of the government and good people of Oluyole Local Government Area, we extend our heartfelt birthday wishes to our amiable and dependable Chairman, Comrade, Dele Olupitan.

Your dedication to service, unwavering commitment to the progress of our local government, and your constant support in the leadership of our council have not gone unnoticed. You have continued to demonstrate true leadership, humility, and excellence in all your responsibilities.

As you mark another year today, I wish you renewed strength, divine wisdom, and the grace to continue serving our people with passion and integrity. May your new age bring you abundant blessings, joy, and fulfilment in all your endeavours.

Happy Birthday, Comrade, Dele Olupitan!

Signed:

Bam2027