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Oshiomhole, Ndume Clash Over Reno Omokri’s Ambassadorial Nomination in Senate

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Senators Adams Oshiomhole (APC, Edo North) and Ali Ndume (APC, Borno South) engaged in a heated exchange in Abuja on Thursday over the ambassadorial nomination of former presidential aide Reno Omokri. The disagreement erupted after a motion was placed on the Senate floor proposing that Omokri and other nominees be asked to bow out. Senator Ndume maintained that the motion needed to be seconded before any discussion could take place. Oshiomhole opposed this, insisting he should be allowed to address the chamber first. He argued that Omokri’s nomination could not be overlooked, citing “raging issues in the public domain” surrounding the matter.

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Chelsea Cruise Past 10-Man Barcelona With Convincing 3-0 Win

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Chelsea put on a commanding display to beat 10-man Barcelona 3-0 in their Champions League clash at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday. The Blues dominated from the start. Two early goals were disallowed, but Chelsea finally went ahead in the 27th minute when Jules Kounde turned a backheel from Pedro Neto into his own net. Barcelona’s night worsened before halftime as Ronald Araujo was shown a second yellow, leaving the visitors with ten men. Chelsea’s control continued in the second half. Estevao, making his third Champions League start, scored a brilliant goal after weaving past two defenders before finishing into the near post. Substitute Liam Delap added another, converting a pass from Enzo Fernandez to seal a comfortable victory. Chelsea’s dominance was evident throughout. Marcus Rashford came on at halftime, while Andrey Santos nearly scored immediately, only to be denied by an offside call. Cucurella impressed again, controlling Chelsea’s right side and nullifying Barcelona’s threat from Lamine Yamal. The win boosts Enzo Maresca’s side’s confidence ahead of a London derby against Arsenal this weekend and moves Chelsea up to fourth in their Champions League group.

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Oshiomhole Tells Politicians To Stop Arming Youths, Says It Fuels Post-Election Violence

Adams Oshiomhole Says Tinubu Is Making Clear Progress In Tackling Insecurity

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Adams Oshiomhole says President Bola Tinubu is taking concrete steps to strengthen Nigeria’s security system and that the situation is no longer as dire as it was before the APC came into power in 2015. He recalled a time when Boko Haram controlled several local government areas in the northeast and even forced the postponement of national elections. He argued that those conditions make today’s reality clearly different, even though insecurity has not been completely resolved. Oshiomhole noted that more suspects are now being convicted for terrorism but questioned why some judges issue light sentences despite the law prescribing the death penalty for certain offences. He insisted that judges should interpret the law, not amend it, and stressed that only the President is empowered to grant clemency. He credited recent gains to improved intelligence gathering and better coordination from the Office of the National Security Adviser. He added that Tinubu has shown commitment by changing service chiefs and demanding stronger responses to threats. Oshiomhole also said Tinubu instructed the Inspector General of Police to recruit 30,000 additional officers so that the police can resume policing duties while the military focuses on its core responsibilities. He revealed that, after the abduction of schoolgirls in Kebbi, the Senate advised the President to begin the process of adding 100,000 more personnel to the armed forces. He maintained that Nigeria’s population has grown far beyond the capacity of its security agencies, making expansion necessary. Although the insecurity challenge has not disappeared, he said arrests are being made, convictions are rising, and the President is actively driving efforts to rebuild the country’s security structure.

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Oshiomhole Tells Politicians To Stop Arming Youths, Says It Fuels Post-Election Violence

Oshiomhole Tells Politicians To Stop Arming Youths, Says It Fuels Post-Election Violence

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Senator Adams Oshiomhole has warned Nigerian politicians to stop arming unemployed youths during elections, saying the practice is one of the main causes of post-election violence and rising insecurity. Speaking during a recent plenary session of the Senate, Oshiomhole said the problem of electoral violence could be largely solved if politicians reformed their attitudes and embraced integrity. “As elected persons, we as senators shall not, directly or indirectly, secretly or openly, aid and abet unemployed or semi-employed people and arm them to disrupt elections. If we reform our character, this problem is 90% solved,” he stated. He recalled how his “one man, one vote; one woman, one vote” campaign in Edo State helped reduce election-related killings and restored confidence in the democratic process. “It is now possible to hold an election without counting dead bodies,” Oshiomhole said. “The real beauty of democracy is not in holding a powerful office but in knowing that people freely chose you to represent them and manage their collective trust for the common good.” He condemned politicians who win through manipulation or rigging, insisting that such individuals can never truly be at peace with themselves. Oshiomhole also drew a connection between post-election violence and criminality, explaining that many of the weapons distributed to thugs during campaigns are never retrieved afterward. “After every election, there’s always an increase in violent crimes because those politicians who armed hungry youths abandon them, and the weapons end up being used for robbery and other crimes,” he said. He urged political leaders to lead by example through honesty, accountability, and respect for the people’s will, saying character reform is the foundation of peaceful and credible elections.

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Oshiomhole Says Jonathan Has No Chance Against APC in 2027, Urges Him to Protect Legacy

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Senator Adams Oshiomhole, representing Edo North Senatorial District, has said former President Goodluck Jonathan would face an uphill battle if he decides to contest the 2027 presidential election against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Oshiomhole argued that Jonathan’s political influence in the South-South has weakened significantly since 2015, making it nearly impossible for him to mount a credible challenge. “We will defeat him flatly if he comes out because now, the South-South is no longer PDP, so where is he going to start from?” Oshiomhole said. The former Edo State governor added that only those who do not wish Jonathan well would encourage him to return to active politics, cautioning that doing so could tarnish his hard-earned legacy. “How can Jonathan be a threat? We defeated him before, when PDP was truly PDP. If a man had a PDP at its peak and was defeated, only his enemy would push him to contest again,” he stated. Oshiomhole urged Jonathan to maintain his status as a respected statesman rather than seek another term after already serving eight years. “If I were advising him, I would say, Sir, preserve this status. You governed for eight years; you don’t need to govern for nine. He has shown that you can remain relevant and at peace even out of power,” he said. He also commended Jonathan for his historic concession in the 2015 election, describing it as a move that enhanced his global reputation.

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Oshiomhole Clarifies Comment on Peter Obi’s Visit to Edo, Says Media Exaggerated Narrative

Oshiomhole Clarifies Comment on Peter Obi’s Visit to Edo, Says Media Exaggerated Narrative

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By: Kamal YalwaJuly 26, 2025 Former Governor of Edo State and Senator representing Edo North, Adams Oshiomhole, has addressed the controversy surrounding remarks about Peter Obi’s recent visit to a state-owned facility in Edo, stating that the media exaggerated the incident. Speaking during a public engagement, Oshiomhole said there was no personal rift between him and the Labour Party presidential candidate, whom he described as a former colleague and someone he still holds in high regard despite their differing political views. “I think the media tried to exaggerate it,” Oshiomhole said. “You know, people who don’t talk too much must choose how they communicate. The essential message was clear: Obi and I know each other well, and I like him—I still do—but politically, we don’t agree.” The Senator narrated how, in early June, he was invited to the University of Nigeria, Nsukka by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) to deliver a lecture. In anticipation of the trip, he made efforts to notify the Enugu State Governor out of respect and protocol, even though he is no longer a serving governor. “I asked my orderly to get the phone number of the Governor. When he finally reached the Governor’s ADC, I requested that my visit be conveyed to His Excellency and that I would appreciate security support from the airport to Nsukka. There’s no law mandating this—it’s simply about decency and mutual respect.” Oshiomhole recounted a similar precedent from his time as Governor of Edo State when former President Olusegun Obasanjo—despite their strained relationship during Oshiomhole’s time as Nigeria Labour Congress President—formally informed him of a visit to Edo State and requested logistical and security support. “Obasanjo came to my residence, and when the media asked why, he said, and I quote: ‘Whomever you think you are, when visiting a state, there is a constitutional authority in that state. Out of respect, you inform the Governor.’” He stressed that Peter Obi, though well-intentioned, should have extended the same courtesy when visiting a government-owned nursing school in Edo State—an institution fully built, funded, and maintained by the state government. “It’s not a private facility. It’s owned 100% by the Edo State Government. So, even if Obi has good intentions, as a former Governor, he should understand the importance of protocol and decency in such cases.” Oshiomhole concluded by stating that Governor Godwin Obaseki’s concerns were not about seeking permission, but a matter of basic courtesy and administrative order. “Maybe it was a question of how people interpreted the Governor’s choice of words. But the message was clear: if you’re coming to a state facility, it’s just respectful to notify the sitting Governor. It’s not about protocol or permission—it’s about decency.”

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