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Enugu Governor Peter Mbah Officially Joins APC, Leaves PDP Ahead Of 2027 Elections

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Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah has officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), joining a growing list of prominent politicians ahead of the 2027 elections. The announcement was made on Tuesday at the Enugu State Government House, with top APC leaders at both the national and state levels in attendance. Mbah was immediately presented with his APC membership card, while the hall was filled with the song “On Your Mandate” to mark the occasion. Governor Mbah explained that his decision was driven by the need to align Enugu State with the federal government and to maximize the state’s development potential. He acknowledged that leaving the PDP was a tough decision but said it was necessary for the state’s future. “For nearly three decades, PDP and the people of Enugu have walked side by side. Yet leadership sometimes demands principled and difficult decisions,” Mbah said. “There comes a time when bold choices must be made to shape our destiny. We have decided to leave the PDP and join the APC. I see in President Tinubu not just a national leader, but a partner in purpose. Together, we believe that transformation must be bold and disruptive. This is not a detour, but a deliberate step toward a more compelling future,” he added.  

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Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina Leaves Country Amid Protests And Military Takeover

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Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina has reportedly left the country as protests demanding his resignation escalate. Rajoelina was scheduled to address the nation at 17:30 GMT on Monday but postponed the speech after soldiers threatened to seize state television, the presidency said. This is the second time his address has been delayed, and he has not been seen in public since last Wednesday. Opposition leader Siteny Randrianasoloniaiko told Reuters that Rajoelina departed Madagascar on Sunday following defections from parts of the army that joined the protesters. “We called the staff of the presidency, and they confirmed that he left the country,” he said. A military source said Rajoelina flew out on a French military plane, with French radio RFI reporting he had reached an agreement with President Emmanuel Macron. Christian Ntsay, his former prime minister, and businessman Maminiaina Ravatomanga, a close ally, also flew to Mauritius on Sunday, confirmed the Mauritian government. Before leaving, Rajoelina warned of a plot to seize power illegally as soldiers joined youth-led demonstrations. Shortly after, CAPSAT, an elite army unit, announced it had taken control of the military command, overseeing all land, air, and naval forces. In Antananarivo, soldiers marched alongside protesters, openly supporting the demonstrations. This occurred just hours after the presidency’s warning about an attempted illegal power grab. No immediate violence was reported, but the military’s loyalty remains unclear, leaving Madagascar’s political future uncertain.  

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Portable Accuses Wife Ashabi Simple Of Betrayal After Alleged Chat Leak

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Portable has ignited online controversy after allegedly leaking a private chat between his fourth wife, Ashabi Simple, and her rumored lover, Kenny Hussein. The chat reportedly reveals Ashabi confessing her love for Kenny to an Islamic cleric, prompting Portable to accuse her of betrayal despite his continued support for her career. The leak follows a recent audio clip in which Portable described Ashabi as “the biggest mistake” of his life, alleging that she disrespected him and tried to interfere in his relationship with his first wife, Bewaji. Adding to the drama, Portable had promoted Ashabi’s South Africa tour on Instagram just hours before the leak. Scheduled for October 15, 2025, the tour was publicized with a flyer featuring Ashabi, highlighting the complicated and tense nature of their relationship.

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Prof. Kingsley Ekwueme Performs Africa’s First UroLift Procedure In Lagos

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Prof. Kingsley Ekwueme, a Nigerian consultant in urology, laparoscopic, and robotic surgery, has successfully carried out Africa’s first UroLift procedure in Lagos, marking a milestone in prostate enlargement treatment and medical innovation in the region. The surgery took place at The Prostate Clinic (TPC) in Victoria Island, Lagos, introducing a minimally invasive technique that treats benign prostate enlargement while preserving sexual function. Ekwueme said the procedure is a major advancement for Nigeria and Africa’s healthcare system, providing a safer alternative to traditional surgeries, which often come with side effects. “The UroLift works by lifting and securing the enlarged prostate tissue to open the urinary channel without cutting or removing tissue,” he explained. “This allows men to maintain normal sexual and reproductive functions, which has been a concern for younger patients.” Not all patients qualify for the procedure. Men with a prostate volume of 80 millilitres or less may be eligible after thorough screening to rule out cancer or other complications. He warned that untreated prostate enlargement, though usually non-cancerous, can lead to frequent urination, incontinence, or complete urinary blockage that may require catheterisation. If left untreated, it could cause permanent bladder damage or kidney failure. The UroLift procedure can be done under local or spinal anesthesia, allowing patients to return home within hours or by the next day.  

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Over 10,000 Mental Health Visits Recorded In Ogun State In First Half Of 2025

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Ogun State has reported more than 10,000 visits to its mental health centers in Abeokuta, Ijebu Ode, Ilaro, and Ota in the first half of 2025. Tomi Coker, the state’s Commissioner for Health, disclosed this on Friday during a news conference in Abeokuta marking the 2025 World Mental Health Day. Represented by Kayode Oladehinde, the ministry’s permanent secretary, she said nearly 1,000 of the patients were new, while the rest were follow-up cases. “The data reflects the growing burden of mental health issues in the state and the chronic nature of these conditions,” Coker said. Psychosis, neurosis, epilepsy, depression, and substance use disorders were the most common conditions recorded. Coker highlighted this year’s World Mental Health Day theme, “Access to Services Mental Health in Catastrophes and Emergencies,” noting that disasters such as floods, disease outbreaks, insecurity, conflicts, and natural calamities leave lasting psychological impacts. In commemoration of the day, the government has planned awareness campaigns and community engagement programs. She urged families, employers, religious and community leaders, and the media to support mental well-being, challenge stigma, and promote access to care. Coker reaffirmed Governor Dapo Abiodun’s commitment to sustainable, affordable healthcare, emphasizing that mental health services would remain accessible and acceptable to all residents.  

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Bilyaminu Bello’s Family Condemns Presidential Pardon Granted to Convicted Wife Maryam Sanda

Bilyaminu Bello’s Family Condemns Presidential Pardon Granted to Convicted Wife Maryam Sanda

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The family of the late Bilyaminu Bello has voiced strong opposition to the presidential pardon granted to his wife, Maryam Sanda, who was convicted and sentenced to death for his murder. They described the clemency as “a grave injustice” that has reopened old wounds. In a statement released on Monday, Dr. Bello Mohammed, speaking on behalf of the family, said President Bola Tinubu’s decision to include Sanda among 175 inmates pardoned under the Prerogative of Mercy had disregarded the suffering of the victim’s loved ones. “To see Maryam Sanda walk free after committing such a brutal crime is the worst possible injustice any family could face,” the statement said. The family recalled that Sanda was convicted by the FCT High Court on January 27, 2020, for the premeditated murder of her husband. The conviction was later upheld by the Court of Appeal on December 4, 2020, and affirmed by the Supreme Court on October 27, 2023. The family said the rulings had provided some closure, despite Sanda showing “no remorse at any point.” “This development, coming just a few years after Bilyaminu’s tragic death, has reopened our deepest wounds,” the statement added. The family criticized the Federal Government, alleging that the pardon was influenced by appeals from Sanda’s relatives and failed to consider the pain inflicted on Bilyaminu’s family. “The pardon seems aimed at appeasing Maryam Sanda’s family while completely ignoring the agony of Bilyaminu’s grieving loved ones,” the statement said. They also accused the government of undermining the judicial process and diminishing the significance of Bilyaminu’s life, reducing him to “just another statistic” among crime victims. The family highlighted the impact on Sanda’s children, noting that they were deprived of their father’s love and care. “The grounds for her release relied partly on appeals from her family, yet Bilyaminu’s life and love for his children were equally important,” the statement said. Despite their grief, the family said they trust in divine justice. “We take solace in knowing that ultimate justice rests with the Supreme Judge, who will settle this matter on the Day of Recompense,” they said. Maryam Sanda was among 175 inmates granted clemency last week under the Prerogative of Mercy, a policy that allows the President to pardon prisoners on humanitarian grounds. She was convicted in 2020 for fatally stabbing her husband at their Abuja home on November 19, 2017.  

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Skyewise Group Says Demolished Lekki Expressway Property Fully Owned By Company, Denies Ola of Lagos Connection

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Skyewise Group has confirmed that the property recently demolished along the Lekki Expressway in Lagos is fully owned by the company, dismissing claims that it belonged to popular auto influencer Ola of Lagos. The clarification follows viral social media reports suggesting that the car lot, demolished last Saturday, was Ola of Lagos’ property. The demolition drew widespread attention after videos surfaced showing heavy machinery pulling down luxury car display lots along the busy Lekki-Epe corridor, an area known for high-end automobile dealerships. In a statement released to PUNCH Online on Monday, Skyewise Group CEO Elvis Abuyere described the demolition as “unfortunate and saddening,” explaining that it was part of the Lagos State Government’s project to create access routes for a new waterway development. “This incident affected several car lots along the Lekki Expressway, beginning from Phase 1, where the Skyewise Group office was located,” Abuyere said. He added that while the company is deeply saddened by the demolition, plans are already underway to rebuild a new and upgraded facility. Abuyere stressed that only a section of the property had been leased to Ola of Lagos for car hire services and the display of luxury vehicles for content creation. “All necessary building approvals, operational permits, dealership licenses, and environmental levies for the property were duly obtained from the Lagos State Government,” he noted, promising that copies of the relevant documents would be released soon. He thanked Nigerians for their support and expressed confidence that Skyewise Group would “emerge stronger and better in no distant future.”  

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NLC Blasts FG Over “No Work, No Pay” Policy, Says ASUU Strike Is Justified

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The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has condemned the Federal Government’s decision to apply the “No Work, No Pay” policy against striking members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), describing the move as intimidation that will only worsen the crisis in the education sector. In a statement issued on Monday, NLC President Joe Ajaero said ASUU’s two-week warning strike was a legitimate response to the government’s persistent failure to implement agreements it voluntarily signed with unions in the education sector. “The two-week warning strike by ASUU is a direct result of the Federal Government’s refusal to honour collectively bargained agreements,” Ajaero said. “This action is a necessary response to the neglect of a vital pillar of national development.” Ajaero faulted the government’s justification for the “No Work, No Pay” policy, arguing that it distorts the real situation. “The breach of contract lies with the government, not the lecturers. The scholars are willing to work, but by failing to meet its commitments, the government has made it impossible for them to do so with dignity,” he stated. According to the NLC, the ongoing struggle goes beyond industrial action and exposes a deep-rooted inequality in the nation’s education system. It noted that while children of the elite attend private or foreign institutions, the children of average Nigerians are left to suffer in underfunded public universities. “This inequality widens the educational gap, limits opportunities for the poor, and perpetuates social imbalance,” the statement read. “A functional and well-funded public education system remains the foundation for national progress.” The NLC reaffirmed its solidarity with ASUU and other education unions, urging the Federal Government to address the lecturers’ grievances instead of resorting to punitive measures. “The struggle of ASUU is our struggle. The fight for quality public education is the fight for Nigeria’s future. We will not allow these unions to stand alone,” Ajaero declared. This came after the Federal Government, in a circular dated October 13, 2025, directed vice-chancellors of federal universities to implement the “No Work, No Pay” rule against striking lecturers. The memo, signed by Minister of Education Dr. Tunji Alausa, was copied to the Head of Civil Service, the Accountant-General of the Federation, and the National Universities Commission. The directive and subsequent response from the NLC have further intensified the long-standing dispute between ASUU and the government over funding, salaries, and unfulfilled agreements that continue to plague Nigeria’s public university system.  

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