2027: Badagry Federation APC Inaugurates Campaign Council Ahead 2027 Elections

By: Saheed Jinodu

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Badagry Federation has officially inaugurated its Campaign Council, with party leaders expressing strong confidence in their ability to improve the party’s electoral performance in forthcoming elections across Lagos State.

The inauguration took place on Thursday in Badagry, drawing key political stakeholders, local leaders, and party faithful from across the three local council areas comprising the federation: Badagry Local Government, Badagry West Local Council Development Area (LCDA), and Olorunda LCDA.

Speaking at the event, the Executive Chairman of Badagry Local Government, Hon. Babatunde Hunpe Adande, described the inauguration as an important step towards strengthening the party’s campaign structure and mobilising support at the grassroots.

Hon. Hunpe expressed optimism about the party’s prospects, attributing the renewed enthusiasm among members to the emergence of Princess Damilola James as a deputy governorship aspirant. He noted that the development had further encouraged party members to demonstrate their total support through the ballot box.

“Badagry Federation came second previously, but this time around, we are aiming for the first position,” Hunpe stated.

He added that the people of Badagry were proud of the opportunity presented by the deputy governorship aspiration, noting that the community hoped to reciprocate the gesture through massive voter turnout and increased electoral support for the party.

The council chairman also emphasized the vital need for infrastructural development and economic growth in Badagry, highlighting the region's strategic importance to the overall progress of Lagos State.

“Badagry is the new Lagos, and we are proud of our daughter. We want our people to develop because when they develop, our economic activities will also improve,” he said.

Also speaking at the ceremony, the Chairman of Olorunda LCDA, Hon. Samson Kumayon Ajose, stated that the inauguration demonstrated the federation’s total commitment to mobilising party members and supporters ahead of the polls.

Hon. Ajose expressed confidence that the party would record superior electoral results compared to past performances.

“Badagry Federation is telling the entire Lagos State that we are going to mobilise our members to come out in large numbers to vote for the party,” Ajose asserted.

He added that the federation intended to demonstrate deep appreciation for the recognition given to the zone through active political participation. Furthermore, Ajose called for greater investment in Badagry’s rich tourism and cultural potential, urging both state and federal governments to support strategic infrastructure initiatives.

“Investment in Badagry's tourism, culture, and infrastructure could contribute significantly to the economic growth of Lagos State,” he noted.

In his remarks, the Chairman of Badagry West LCDA, Hon. Rauf Rikay, reaffirmed his unalloyed support for the APC leadership and highlighted the economic policy direction of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

Rikay referenced President Tinubu’s transformative tenure as governor of Lagos State, particularly his revenue-generation strategies, while appealing to Nigerians to exercise patience during the implementation of current national economic reforms.

“I want to assure us that it is a gradual process. Since Asiwaju has fought to remove the subsidy, everything will definitely come back to its rightful position,” Rikay stated.

Speaking from the perspective of Badagry West, a crucial international border region, Rikay acknowledged the economic challenges faced by residents and reiterated the need for patience while the national economy stabilizes.

The campaign council inauguration attracted an array of top political officeholders, community leaders, and party dignitaries, including, Hon. Mobolaji Ogunlende (Lagos State Commissioner for Youth and Social Development), the Chairman Badagry Federation APC Campaign Council, Hon. Avoseh Suuru Hodewu, Hon. Joseph Gbenu, Hon. Onilude, Hon. Oluwaseun Sesi Whigan, Hon. Solomon Saanu Bonu, and Hon. Akeem (Vice Chairman)

The inauguration successfully united APC leaders and supporters across the Badagry Federation, marking a major milestone in the party's strategic preparation to consolidate its grassroots support base ahead of upcoming electoral contests.

NYCN Lagos West Hosts 2026 Retreat on Grassroots Transformation for Youth Leaders

 By: Manoah Kikekon

The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Lagos West Senatorial District, has held its Retreat Management Meeting & Leadership Expedition 2026, centered on the theme: "From Leadership to Impact: Empowering NYCN Coordinators for Grassroots Transformation."

The strategic event took place on Wednesday, 28th October 2026, in Ikotun-Igando LCDA, Lagos State.

The retreat commenced with an inspection of the Salvation Army Quarter-Guard parade by Comrade Aladeotan David Sunday, the Vice Chairman of NYCN Lagos West.

Speaking on the vision behind the gathering, Aladeotan emphasized the need to pivot from ceremonial gatherings toward sustainable grassroots initiatives.

"The purpose of this retreat is to engage the Coordinators who are Management members of NYCN Lagos West Senatorial District, to start creative grassroots mobilization and look beyond ceremonial activities to impactful activities," Aladeotan declared.

"NYCN Lagos West Coordinators should begin to look beyond ceremonial programmes for impactful projects that are sustainable enough even after leaving office, while also looking beyond local government for sponsorship and support of youth development programmes. We the youths need to continue to do our best to contribute to the development of Nigeria without giving excuses, especially considering the financial crisis and unemployment facing the nation."

Hon. Lasisi Akinsanya, the Executive Chairman of Ikotun-Igando LCDA, commended the organizers for the initiative and urged young leaders to step into strategic governance roles.

"My advice to the youths is that they must be prepared to take their position in the scheme of things. The youths of any nation are the bedrock of development; if any nation ignores the youths, that nation does so at its own peril, and that is why I don't joke with anything related to the youths."

During the event, Mojisola Badmos, Secretary to Ikotun-Igando LCDA, was officially decorated as a Patron of NYCN Lagos West. Expressing her gratitude, she said, "I am overwhelmed because I was not prepared for this; I actually just came to support them as usual. I never knew this was coming, and I appreciate them. As a patron, they should be ready to work hard, be more proactive, more productive, and more impactful to society."

She Further said, "They should be ready to take the NYCN to greater heights. For me, the reward for hard work is more work, and I believe in service to the nation. I have the vision and mission to always impact my community positively wherever I find myself. The youths should be ready to make an impact and take the mantle."

Delivering the keynote address, Olajumoke Bolaji Bayode broke down the acronym IMPACT as a roadmap for youth coordinators:

I — Integrity: As a youth coordinator, integrity is key.

M — Mobilization: As a youth coordinator, you must be able to mobilize.

P — Purpose: Whatever anyone is doing in this life, they should have a purpose for it.

A — Accountability: Whatever you do, you should be able to account for it.

C — Collaboration: We should be able to collaborate with each other in whatever we are doing.

T — Transformation: That is when you transform everyone around you into what you want as a leader. Leaving here, I believe that you should make use of this IMPACT on everybody in your environment. Every Nigerian should believe and behave like their own boss; you don't always have to work for people."

Comr. Tijani Saheed, the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the Lagos State Governor on Wealth Creation, commended the leadership of the Lagos West Senatorial District for executing the project successfully.

"While I was the Organising Secretary, we tried something of this nature but couldn't achieve it, but today I'm happy that we have capable hands that took over from us and are doing well, led by David Aladeotan. The best thing you can do is to continue to encourage young people, particularly the apex body of all youth organizations at the local government and state levels.

As a coordinator, you must make yourself indispensable to the leadership of your local government. If that is done, there is virtually nothing they want to do that they won't call on you for. If a coordinator is active, the local government chairman will know that without working with such a youth leader, it will be difficult to get the support of the youths."

Representing Mrs. Maria Rauf, the Chairperson of Badagry West LCDA who was also decorated as an NYCN Lagos West Patron Mrs. Onifade Nimota reiterated her principal’s commitment to youth development, "My principal really appreciates the efforts of the youth council. She has been supporting the youths and is ready to continue doing so to further encourage them to do better."

Offering a vote of thanks on behalf of all participating coordinators, Comrade Sulaimon Azeez, the NYCN Coordinator for Ojokoro LCDA, noted, "We have learnt a lot from this retreat on how to empower the youths in our local governments, engage them more, and comport ourselves morally to deliver good results. I commend the Lagos West Vice Chairman for putting this laudable programme together."

CityMood Badagry CEO Sewhude Akande Rejects APC's Appointment

 By: Manoah Kikekon

Abolaji Sewhude Akande, and APC

Abolaji Sewhude Akande (PhD, HC), Publisher of CityMood, has rejected his nomination as a member of the Badagry Federation APC Campaign Council following its inauguration on Thursday, 29th October 2026.

This was disclosed in a statement released by Akonde today after the appointment was announced.

Akonde said: "I wish to respectfully clarify my position following the publication of my name and its announcement as a member of the Badagry Federation APC Campaign Council at its inauguration on Thursday, 29th October 2026."

"I was neither informed nor consulted before my name was included in the list. I am neither a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) nor any other political party, and I have not accepted the appointment as announced," he continue.

"As the Publisher of CityMood, I consider professional independence, public trust, and responsible journalism important to my work. I believe it is necessary to clarify this position to avoid any misunderstanding about my personal political affiliation and the editorial independence of the publication."

"In view of these considerations, I respectfully decline the appointment as announced. This decision is not intended to express hostility towards the party or its members, and it does not foreclose the possibility of future engagements or professional relationships where appropriate."

"I sincerely appreciate the Director-General of the Campaign Council, my dear friend and brother, the Lagos State Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Mr. Mobolaji Ogunlende, as well as Dr. Sewedo Samuel, Chairman of the committee to which I was assigned. I hold both gentlemen in high regard and appreciate the goodwill that may have informed my inclusion."

"I remain committed to the development of Badagry and to promoting issues that advance the interests of our community, while upholding the professional values that guide my work," he added.

Senate Approves Badagry-Born Broadcaster Maupe Ogun-Yusuf, Others Federal Boards

 By: Manoah Kikekon 

Maupe Ogun-Yusuf 

The Nigerian Senate has officially confirmed the appointment of acclaimed Channels Television broadcaster and Badagry indigene, Maupe Ogun-Yusuf, to the Governing Council of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC).

During Wednesday’s plenary session, lawmakers cleared Ogun-Yusuf alongside 10 other nominees for the NHRC governing board. Additionally, seven nominees were confirmed for the Fiscal Responsibility Commission (FRC), with Abdullahi Saidu approved as its Executive Chairman.

The Senate's confirmation followed the presentation, consideration, and adoption of detailed reports submitted by the Committee on Finance and the Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights and Legal Matters.

Presenting the FRC assessment, Senator Lere Oyewunmi, Deputy Chairman of the Senate Committee on Finance, stated that the panel conducted a rigorous review of the candidates' academic credentials, career backgrounds, and technical expertise prior to recommending their clearance.

In the same vein, Senator Adeniyi Adegbonmire, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights and Legal Matters, reported on the screening of the NHRC candidates, which took place following their initial referral to the committee on April 28, 2026. He noted that the panel verified the nominees' documentation and expressed complete satisfaction with their qualifications, professional competence, and deep exposure to human rights matters.

Maupe Ogun-Yusuf, widely recognized for her veteran journalism and broadcast work with Channels Television, joins a distinguished panel tasked with driving policy, advocacy, and human rights enforcement across Nigeria.

Her national elevation serves as a proud landmark for Badagry, Lagos State, as the seasoned media personality steps into her regulatory role on the human rights commission.

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President Bola Tinubu Set for Six-Day Visit to Saudi Arabia Ahead of 2027 Election Cycle

 By: Manoah Kikekon 

Bola Tinubu 

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is scheduled to leave Abuja on Thursday, 29 October 2026, for a six-day journey to Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The President is slated to return to Nigeria the following week after completing his engagement.

According to reported details of the trip, the Nigerian delegation is expected to include five state governors, two cabinet ministers, the Chief of Staff to the President, the National Security Adviser (NSA), and several prominent business leaders.

While the Presidency has officially framed the visit as a spiritual pilgrimage (Umrah) to pray for national peace, unity, and economic progress, full details regarding the complete delegation list and operational itinerary remain undisclosed.

The planned departure comes against the backdrop of heightened security concerns across the Arabian Peninsula, including reported Houthi military actions and drone/missile strikes near key regional transport hubs and infrastructure.

Additionally, the visit follows reports surrounding the postponement of the Future Investment Initiative (FII) widely referred to as "Davos in the Desert" which was reportedly put on hold due to security considerations. Questions persist over whether the initial timing of the President's journey was intended to align with the investment summit.

Meanwhile, political observers and critics continue to offer unverified commentary suggesting that the Saudi trip could serve as a cover for private medical evaluations—a recurring debate surrounding the President's foreign travel.

President Tinubu's foreign trips have frequently generated public debate and scrutiny regarding their true scope and necessity, in September 2022 (Pre-Election Campaign), During the presidential campaign, Tinubu spent time in London for what party officials described as rest and strategic meetings. Media speculation regarding his fitness intensified after he missed key engagements, including the signing of the National Peace Accord. Tinubu subsequently addressed the health rumours directly by sharing a workout video online.

In February – May 2023 (Transition Period), Following his election victory, Tinubu made multiple trips to France and Europe. While official statements cited work on transition logistics and consultations with foreign advisers, media reports cited sources alleging the visits included medical consultations following an exhausting campaign.

In June 2023 – Early 2024, he Travels to Paris for the New Global Financing Pact Summit and subsequent private stays in London and France prompted recurring questions from opposition figures regarding scheduled health checkups during official trips.

In October 2024 & April 2025, he Extended working vacations in the UK and France sparked renewed criticism over foreign stays, which administration spokespersons repeatedly clarified were purely focused on official governance and mid-term policy review.

In August – September 2026, A scheduled three-week European vacation stretched to 28 days across London and Paris. Public debate intensified after President Tinubu skipped the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York—delegating Vice President Kashim Shettima—while remaining in France after French President Emmanuel Macron had already departed for the UN summit.

Despite persistent speculation from political opponents, the Presidency has consistently denied claims of undisclosed medical care abroad, maintaining that all overseas trips are dedicated to official diplomatic business, strategic investments, or legitimate private rest.

President Bola Tinubu Approves ₦70,000 Monthly Transport Allowance for Nigerian Workers

 By: Manoah Kikekon 

President Bola Tinubu’s administration has approved a temporary ₦70,000 monthly transport allowance for public service workers across Nigeria. The relief package will run for six months, starting in November 2026.

The resolution was formally announced by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) following successful conciliation talks with representatives of the Federal Government at the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment in Abuja.

The Federal Government–NLC Agreement includes Six-Month Transport Subsidy, The Federal Government will commence disbursement of the ₦70,000 monthly stipend in November 2026 to cushion transport costs and ease daily financial burdens on the workforce.

Resolution of Health Sector Arrears: The agreement secures the payment of 19 months' worth of outstanding arrears owed to health sector personnel.

Peculiar Allowance Backlog: Workers will also receive backlog payments for peculiar allowances, backdated to May 2026.

Call to Action for States and LGAs:  The NLC has urged state governors and local government authorities to replicate the ₦70,000 monthly transport intervention for employees within their respective jurisdictions.

2027 Elections: Badagry PDP Reps Candidate Medemaku Warns APC Over Destruction of Campaign Banners

 By: Manoah Kikekon 

Barr. Medemaku Abayomi Noah (MAN), the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate for the House of Representatives in Badagry Federal Constituency, has issued a stern warning to supporters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) allegedly destroying PDP campaign banners across the constituency to cease immediately or face the full wrath of the law.

Medemaku raised the alarm on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, during an exclusive interview with News Peddlers, attributing the surge in political vandalism to fear and anxiety within the ruling party over its declining popularity in the area.

According to the PDP candidate, his campaign team woke up on Tuesday morning to discover widespread destruction of PDP banners across several key locations, while adjacent APC banners were left entirely untouched.

Expressing his displeasure, Medemaku said, “We woke up this morning with most of our banners destroyed across the board. These are places where APC banners stand side-by-side with ours, yet no one touched theirs. 

"Our banners have been subjected to deliberate destruction and mutilation. We are calling on the APC to restrain their thugs and hired destroyers because we will resist this using all lawful means. Badagry, Lagos State, and Nigeria do not belong to the APC alone.”

He warned that any perpetrator caught vandalising his campaign materials would face legal consequences, stressing the financial sacrifice behind the campaign media.

“If for any reason we catch any of their boys, they should be ready to face the full consequences of their actions. We do not understand why they have the effrontery to destroy our banners, which are products of our hard-earned money and not political loot,” he added.

Highlighting specific locations where the destruction occurred, Medemaku pointed out that PDP banners situated around the Topo Garage axis and near the Nigeria French Language Village in Badagry were systematically targeted shortly after campaign activities kicked off on October 20, 2026.

“Our banners were destroyed at Topo Garage and around the French Village. Why are they so scared of the PDP? Why are they terrified of Medemaku Abayomi Noah? It is simply because they have seen our widespread acceptance among the people. We only launched our campaign on October 20, 2026, and they are already panicked.”

Despite the provocation, Medemaku urged his supporters across Badagry Federal Constituency to remain calm, peaceful, and law-abiding, assuring them that no amount of intimidation would derail the mandate to deliver quality representation at the National Assembly.

“They are in power, but why are they scared? They know the masses are speaking, and come 2027, they will be voted out of office. I urge all our supporters to remain calm. Medemaku for the House of Representatives in 2027 will become a reality. We are heading to the Green Chamber to represent the good people of Badagry, and nothing shall discourage us. The more banners they destroy, the more banners they will see,” he added.