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 BAT’s 4/4 Renewed Hope Agenda Backs Tinubu’s Re-Election Bid, Applauds Administration’s Achievements A prominent APC support group, BAT’s 4/4 Renewed Hope Agenda, has openly declared its full support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027, while applauding what it described as the remarkable achievements of his Renewed Hope administration. The group made this known during a press conference held in Abuja on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, shortly after its National Executive Meeting. Addressing journalists, the Director General of the group, Engr. Daniel Ohiomoba, praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for what he termed bold and transformative leadership that has repositioned Nigeria on the path of growth and sustainable development. According to Engr. Ohiomoba, less than three years into the administration, President Tinubu has demonstrated capacity, competence, and courage in implementing reforms aimed at stabilizing the economy and restoring national confidence....

Nigeria stands once again at a dangerous crossroads. The ongoing attempt by the Tinubu-led APC government to undermine the electronic transmission of election results is not about reform, innovation, or electoral integrity. It is a deliberate, calculated plan to manipulate the 2027 general elections and impose power on Nigerians against their will. This desperation did not arise in a vacuum. It is born out of clear awareness within government circles that the APC can no longer win a free, fair, and transparent election in Nigeria. After years of economic hardship, rising insecurity, youth unemployment, a collapsing naira, and deepening poverty, the verdict of Nigerians is obvious: this government has failed abysmally . Rather than return to the people with solutions, the APC has chosen the darker path— tampering with the electoral process itself . Electronic transmission of results was introduced to reduce rigging, human interference, and post-election manipulation. Nigerians emb...

Prime News Desk. A group known as the Owan Conscience Group has launched a major grassroots sensitization campaign against Senator Adams Oshiomhole over his reported interest in a second term in the Senate. The group claims that the Edo North senatorial seat is rightfully due to Owan West, arguing that during the last senatorial elections, Senator Oshiomhole of the APC disregarded the interests of the Owan people and returned the seat to Estako, leaving Owan West and Akoko Edo without strong leadership representation in the Senate. Speaking at a press briefing in Benin City, Barr Ofeimu, the leader of the group and a member of the APC from Owan West, accused Senator Oshiomhole and the APC of uneven distribution of political offices in Edo North, noting that the rotational dynamics historically observed in the region have been ignored. The group also criticized Senator Oshiomhole’s tenure in the Senate so far, arguing that there has been no tangible contribution to the development of Ed...

The recent reshuffle within the Edo State Government has sent a clear and unmistakable message from Governor Monday Okpebholo: incompetence, disloyalty, and sabotage will no longer find shelter in Government House. At the centre of the shake-up is the sack of the Chief of Staff, a move widely linked to non-performance and a troubling level of administrative incompetence. Multiple insiders describe the former Chief of Staff’s tenure as ineffective, lacking coordination, and unable to deliver the strategic leadership expected of such a critical office. In a government under pressure to perform, the governor’s decision has been interpreted as both necessary and overdue. Beyond poor performance, the governor also moved decisively against a group of individuals described as internal traitors—those who continued to benefit from government access and privileges while openly castigating the governor, undermining his leadership, and feeding hostile narratives wherever they went. These individua...

Prime News Desk.  Lagos . Barely 24 hours after a cowardly, night-time attack on the ADC Secretariat—carried out by desperate elements who sneaked in under the cover of darkness—the Secretariat is back on its feet, stronger, brighter, and more alive than ever. What the attackers intended to silence has instead become a rallying point. Edo people are trooping into the office in large numbers to show solidarity, and party registration has more than tripled since the incident. This singular fact exposes the truth: ADC cannot be intimidated. What is playing out in Edo State today is not politics in its noble sense; it is the dangerous descent of politics into barbarism. When political competition mutates into arson, vandalism, and fear tactics, the ultimate victims are not parties—it is the people. If security agencies fail to act with fairness, courage, and justice, this spiral threatens to drag Edo State toward political anarchy. Let it be clearly stated: the repeated attacks on ADC ...

  Cowardly Night Attack on ADC Secretariat Exposes Desperation of Political Oppressors in Edo State Prime News Desk. Benin City, Edo State — In a brazen and disgraceful act of political violence, unknown masked men on Tuesday night attacked the newly opened African Democratic Congress (ADC) secretariat in Benin City, Edo State, in what has been widely condemned as a desperate attempt to intimidate a fast-rising opposition party. The attack took place at about 9:00 p.m. , carefully timed when the party office was empty—an act that clearly exposes the cowardice of the perpetrators. The assailants vandalised the premises by pulling down poles bearing ADC flags and attempted, unsuccessfully, to set the building ablaze. Their plan to destroy the secretariat failed only because the structure could not easily catch fire. Alert residents in the area quickly raised an alarm and mobilised in defence of the ADC secretariat, forcing the attackers to flee in shame. The vandals escaped onl...

  Failed Arson Attack on ADC Secretariat: Ruling Party’s Desperation Descends into Political Terrorism in Edo State Lionfacenews Benin City, Edo State — What played out on  Wednesday night in Benin City was not mischief, not vandalism, and certainly not an accident. It was a premeditated act of political terrorism , carried out by masked cowards threatened by the unstoppable rise of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Edo State. At about 9:00 p.m. , under the cover of darkness, five masked men stormed the newly inaugurated ADC state secretariat when they were certain no party member was present. This calculated timing alone exposes the attackers for what they are: spineless political thugs , afraid of confrontation but emboldened by the culture of impunity that now defines Nigeria’s ruling political order. The assailants pulled down ADC flags, vandalised party property, and attempted to set the building ablaze. Their crude effort failed—not because they lacked inten...

The resignation of Hon. Shedrach Udugbai from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has continued to generate strong political reactions across Edo State, particularly in Owan East and Owan West, where his influence and political footprint are deeply rooted. In a formal resignation letter dated January 30, 2026, Hon. Udugbai officially announced his withdrawal from the PDP, citing fundamental ideological collapse, persistent internal crisis, and the loss of democratic integrity within the party’s national structure. His decision marks the end of an era and the beginning of a new political chapter under the African Democratic Congress (ADC). According to the resignation letter, Udugbai described his decision as “weighty but unavoidable,” stressing that the unending rancour, internal chaos, and erosion of internal democracy within the PDP had made continued membership incompatible with his political values. He argued that a political party that once stood as a pillar of democratic oppositio...

The Aviary Club of Nigeria (ACN) stands today as one of the most structured, disciplined, and impactful socio-cultural fraternities in Nigeria and beyond. At the heart of this remarkable evolution is the leadership of its  Supreme Leader and Global President, Sir Odia Eromosele, whose tenure has marked a defining era of growth, reform, unity, and renewed relevance for the organisation. Founded in 1996, the Aviary Club of Nigeria was conceived as a fraternity of professionals and responsible men bound by shared values of integrity, brotherhood, service, and leadership. While the club had long established its presence before now, the emergence of Sir Odia Eromosele as Supreme Leader ushered in a phase that many members and observers describe as transformative—an era where vision was matched with structure and ideals were backed by action. Visionary Leadership and Organisational Expansion One of the most outstanding achievements of the Global president and Supreme Leader has been the ...

  CHIEF FRANCIS MOMOH: A BUSINESS TYCOON AND FAST GROWING POLITICAL FIGURE IN EDO STATE Lionface News Desk Hon Daniel Asekhame  Chief Francis Momoh stands tall as one of the most influential business and community leaders of his generation, a man whose name resonates with excellence, generosity, and leadership across Lagos State and Edo State. As the Chief Executive Officer of FROT Company, a mega enterprise with interests spanning building construction, hotel development, and other strategic investments, Chief Momoh has carved a solid niche for himself as a foremost entrepreneur and symbol of modern African success. Beyond his achievements in business, Chief Francis Momoh is widely recognised as a renowned art collector, boasting a private collection valued at several millions of naira. His passion for art reflects a deep appreciation for culture, history, and creativity, placing him among Nigeria’s elite collectors and cultural patrons. This rare blend of commerce, culture, ...

  The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Owan West Local Government Area has stepped up high-level consultations to bring on board one of the most influential political figures in the area, Sir (Hon) Tunde Alex Ikhidero, as part of its strategic drive to strengthen the party’s structure and grassroots reach, particularly in the Iuleha axis with strong emphasis on Eruere community. Sir Tunde Ikhidero is widely regarded as a towering pillar in Owan West politics, whose experience, pedigree and political capital have continued to shape political conversations across the local government and the wider Owan federal constituency. A former aspirant for the House of Representatives, Sir Ikhidero’s foray into federal politics firmly positioned him as a leader with vision, courage and capacity to mobilise across wards and communities. Hailing from the popular and respected Ikhidero family of Eruere, Sir Tunde commands organic loyalty and deep-rooted influence, especially within the Iuleha ...

By Hon Daniel Asekhame  Orhiomwon Local Government Area has emerged as a major battleground in Nigeria’s unfolding political realignment as a massive wave of decampees from the ruling and opposition parties openly pitched their tent with the African Democratic Congress (ADC), declaring an end to politics of deception, exclusion, and failed leadership. The historic gathering, which marked the official unveiling of ADC activities in Orhiomwon LGA, was led by towering political figures and grassroots leaders, including Senator Roland Owie , Senator Uzamere , Dr. Isaiah Osifo , and the Leader of ADC in Orhiomwon LGA, Don Festus Osagie Osagbiovo . The event attracted a multitude of ADC supporters, party faithful, youths, women, and new members whose presence underscored the growing loss of confidence in the current political order. Addressing the energized crowd, the leaders delivered hard-hitting speeches, condemning the present government as grossly incapable of providing security, de...

Owan and the Politics of Deception: Greed, Weak Leadership, and the Betrayal of Rotation   Owan land is today confronted with a dangerous tale of lies—one carefully woven to mask greed and justify political desperation. The current member of the House of Representatives is allegedly telling sections of the community that “the presidency wants some people back,” all in a bid to secure a third tenure in the House. This claim is not only misleading; it is insulting to the intelligence of the Owan people. How can the president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria selectively “want people back” without any regard for the long-established rotational dynamics of Owan land? The presidency neither manages nor determines local rotation arrangements. Such stories are clearly fabricated to deceive the electorate and create a false sense of inevitability around personal ambition. This is not leadership; it is naked greed. This pattern is sadly familiar in African politics, where politicians seek ...

By Hon Daniel Asekhame  On January 10, 2026 , residents and students in Ekpoma, Edo State took to the streets to protest an escalating wave of kidnappings and insecurity in their community — particularly around Ambrose Alli University (AAU) , where fear has become part of daily life. What began as a peaceful demand for safety quickly became a flashpoint for deeper political dysfunction across Nigeria. Within days, 52 young Nigerians — including dozens of university students — were arrested , remanded in prison under charges including malicious damage and armed robbery, and held at Ubiaja Correctional Centre . Critics say the arrests were indiscriminate and, in many cases, unconstitutional — with students reportedly being picked up from their hostels in late-night police raids , not at the protest scene. Civil society groups and political figures have condemned the government’s response as an assault on democratic rights rather than an effort to secure the lives and property o...

  Nigeria today wears the tragic mask of a republic, but in truth behaves like a banana state—lawless, unjust, and hostage to a political elite that has lost all sense of purpose, morality, and national duty. The rule of law has collapsed. Justice has been auctioned. Governance has been reduced to endless power struggles, personal vendettas, and reckless looting of public resources. Those elected and appointed to serve the people have abandoned development. Instead of building roads, schools, hospitals, and industries, they fight one another like vultures over political appointments, contracts, and access to public funds. Governance has become warfare, and the Nigerian people are the casualties. The greatest tragedy of this failure is the total collapse of the legislature—both at the national and state levels. The National Assembly and most State Houses of Assembly have surrendered their constitutional responsibilities. Rather than act as watchdogs of democracy, they have becom...

By  Hon Daniel Asekhame  A wave of civil unrest has erupted in Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area of Edo State, as citizens take to the streets in protest against the persistent failure of government to safeguard lives and property. The riot and mass protest represent a collective outcry against the alarming escalation of kidnappings and senseless killings that have turned once-peaceful communities into theatres of fear and mourning. This spontaneous uprising is not an act of lawlessness but a desperate expression of public anguish. It is a damning indictment of the Edo State Government under Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, and by extension, the Federal Government of Nigeria, both of which have woefully abdicated their constitutional responsibility to provide security for the people. When citizens are forced to protest for the most basic right—the right to live without fear—it is a clear signal of systemic governance failure. Rather than confronting the growing in...

Hon Daniel Asekhame  Nigeria has ceased to function as a serious country. What we have today is a banana republic where the rule of law is dead and justice is sold to the highest bidder. Those elected to govern have abandoned development and turned governance into a dirty fight for power, money, and personal survival. The executive loots, the legislature sleeps—or worse, sells itself. National and State Assemblies that should protect democracy have become rubber stamps, bought over and silenced. Nowhere is this failure more shameful than in Rivers State, where public funds are wasted on endless political wars while the people suffer. Personal ego has replaced public service. This government is not focused on hunger, insecurity, or development. Their only agenda is 2027. While Nigerians struggle to survive, politicians are already plotting the next election, draining the nation dry. But this crisis is not only about leaders—it is about us. Citizens sell their votes. Corruption h...

PRESS STATEMENT BY THE EDO STATE OBEDIENT MOVEMENT SUPPORTERS.  We are compelled to address the recent falsehood circulating in Edo State alleging that the Obedient Movement has declared support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. This claim is false, misleading, and entirely fabricated by the APC in Edo State. This desperate act of propaganda exposes a ruling party that has lost its grip on the people and can no longer rely on performance or credibility. Instead, the APC has chosen the path of deception in an attempt to confuse Edo citizens and weaken the growing influence of the Obedient Movement. We categorically state that no authentic member of the Obedient Movement in Edo State has any interest in supporting the Tinubu administration, an administration that has deepened hardship, insecurity, and economic suffering across Nigeria. The timing of this lie is not accidental. The APC’s panic is a direct response to the political realignment caused by Mr. Peter Obi’s decision to work ...

   TRUMP CAPTURES MADURO  The world has reached a breaking point and can no longer tolerate dictatorship, oppression, and the reckless abuse of power. The reported capture of Venezuela’s strongman, Nicolás Maduro, under the watch of Donald Trump is seen by many freedom-loving people as a bold and welcome development. For too long, the people of Venezuela have been brutalized by a failed dictatorship that destroyed their economy, crushed dissent, and pushed millions into hunger and exile. This moment should send a clear warning to despots everywhere: the era of impunity is coming to an end. Leaders who loot public funds, rig elections, silence opposition, and rule through fear must be held accountable—no matter how powerful they believe they are. The call must now extend beyond Latin America. In West Africa and across the African continent, corruption, misrule, nepotism, and the shameless misappropriation of public resources have become a way of life for many leaders. ...

  By  Hon Daniel Asekhame  Nepotism, Favoritism, and the Growing Hardship of Nigerians Under APC Rule Nigeria today stands at a critical crossroads, burdened by deepening economic hardship and a political culture that many citizens believe has failed them. At the heart of this crisis is the alarming rise of nepotism and favoritism, which have become defining features of governance in the country. Competence, integrity, and merit are increasingly sidelined, while personal connections, ethnic loyalty, and political patronage determine who gets opportunities to lead. As a result, capable Nigerians who could drive national development are shut out of decision-making, and the nation continues to suffer the consequences. Under the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC), many Nigerians feel abandoned and unheard. Since President Bola Ahmed Tinubu assumed office, the cost of living has risen sharply, placing unbearable pressure on ordinary citizens. Telephone tariffs h...