Oyo State’s Fury + Wike Claims Akpabio Begged For Rivers Votes + Ibiyeomie Warns On Vote Selling

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 03:51:31 +0000

Fear, grief and anger are mounting in Oyo State as protesters say they refuse to stay silent until the dozens of abducted children and teachers are found.

In Ogun State, people staged solidarity protests in Abeokuta, leaving many residents wondering if their communities could be next.

The DSS has arrested five suspected arms couriers—including two Nigerien nationals—linked to the 2025 mass abduction at St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger State, recovering 15 rifles and over 1,000 rounds of ammunition in a major breakthrough against the network behind the attack.

In a show of public appreciation, residents of Gulbi in Kebbi State lined the streets to celebrate and thank security forces for a successful joint ground-and-air operation against terrorists, highlighting growing recognition of the sacrifices made by troops on the frontlines.

In politics, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has sparked political reactions after claiming that in 2019, Senate President Godswill Akpabio allegedly approached him, then Governor of Rivers State, to seek 25% of votes for the late President Muhammadu Buhari.

In Edo State, Governor Monday Okpebholo is making waves online after a heartfelt testimony at the Rock of Ages Church, where he publicly thanked Pastor Charles Osazuwa for believing in his gubernatorial ambition long before anyone else did.

Meanwhile in Rivers, Pastor David Ibiyeomie is stirring debate ahead of 2027, using his pulpit to warn Nigerians against selling their votes.

The APC has announced Damilola Sonayon-James, a seasoned party leader from Badagry with extensive grassroots and women-focused political experience, as the running mate to Obafemi Hamzat in the Lagos deputy governorship race.

In our Good News Report, we highlight the story of Olaolu Olorunnimbe - a 34 year old British-Nigerian chef who is impressing global audiences while competing on Masterchef Australia 2026.

Anchor: Anieze Osakwe

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