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SO SAD: Top APC Chieftain Collapses, Dies In Abuja; Party Reacts 

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The All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed that it is “shocked and deeply saddened” by the death of “a highly respected” party chieftain, Chamberlain Dunkwu.

Dunkwu, president of the Nigeria Aquatics Federation, tragically passed away after collapsing at his residence on Saturday morning, March 7, 2026. His sudden death came just hours before he was scheduled to attend the “Swim to the Future” programme, a key talent discovery event he had helped organise at the National Stadium Swimming Pool (Package B) in Abuja.

According to Leadership, sources close to the family confirmed that efforts to revive Dunkwu were unsuccessful.

Apart from leading the Nigeria Aquatics Federation, Dunkwu also served as deputy chief of staff (legislative) to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas. Previously, he was a special adviser on members’ affairs to the Speaker of the 9th House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila.

In its condolence message, signed by national spokesperson Felix Morka, the APC described Dunkwu as “an energetic, selfless, and loyal party man who contributed enormously to building and strengthening the party in his native Ika federal constituency, Delta State, and beyond.”

The APC’s statement reads on X: “Dr. Dunkwu lived a vibrant life of service and philanthropy that touched many within and beyond his homeland. His exit has created a yawning void that will be difficult to fill. Our Party prays God to grant his immediate family the fortitude to bear this huge loss. And may He comfort all members of the APC family in Ika Federal Constituency, Delta State and around the country at this difficult time.”

It added: “Amazing Grace! Amazing Grace! May His Grace lead you home, and may it be true for you as proclaimed in the old hymnal: “To that old rugged cross I will ever be true, its shame and reproach gladly bear; then he’ll call me someday to my home far away, where his glory forever I’ll share.” Fare thee well, dear compatriot!”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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BREAKING: Shock Results Emerge From Ekiti Governorship Election [FULL RESULTS]

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June 20, 2026

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Results from the 2026 Ekiti State governorship election are beginning to trickle in from polling units and local government areas across the state, with electoral officials collating votes amid keen interest from political parties and supporters.

While the outcome remains uncertain, early figures are expected to provide an indication of the direction of the closely watched contest.

PU08, ward 10, Ekiti-east LGA, Ekiti state

ADC – 17

APC – 151

PDP – 28

PU016, ward 09, Idi Igi Ose, Ijero LGA

APC: 93

ADC: 22

PU002, ward 10, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti state.

ADC: 3

APC: 163

PDP: 32

PU008, ward 09, Best way, Ijero LGA

APC: 160

PDP: 35

ADC: 25

PU004, ward 11, Oke Ode, Ijero LGA

APC: 229

PDP: 35

ADC: 34

PU005, ward 11, Oke Ode, Ijero LGA

APC: 253

PDP: 30

ADC: 21

PU016, ward 11, Emmanuel Anglican Nur/Pry School, Ijero LGA

APC: 36

PDP: 4

PU009, ward 08, Oko Ejemu, Ijero LGA

APC: 121

ADC: 17

PDP: 7

PU005, ward 08, Fajuyigbe, Ijero LGA

APC: 146

PDP: 14

ADC: 10

PU007, ward 07, Near Holy Trinity School, Ikole LGA

APC: 156

ADC: 14

PDP: 14

PU005, ward 05, In front of Ola Ojo’s house, Oke Ibukun, Ikole LGA

APC: 200

PDP: 3

ADC: 2

PU013, ward 05, Oisakole’s house, Ikole LGA

APC: 205

ADC: 7

PU001, ward 05, In front of Living Stone house, Aparanyin, Ikole LGA

APC: 112

PDP: 3

ADC: 2

PU016, ward 05, open space at Olorin’s camp, Ikole LGA

APC: 79

PDP: 5

ADC: 4

PU0015, ward 06, space within Itagbangba, Ikole LGA

APC: 59

PU003, ward 06, in front of Falade’s house, Odo Aodin I, Ikole LGA

APC: 102

ADC: 5

PDP: 4

PU011, ward 06, In front of Oluwole’s house, Aketa, Ikole LGA

APC: 74

PDP: 5

PU005, ward 06, Community Primary School-Odo Aofin III, Ikole LGA

APC: 161

ADC: 8

PDP: 7

Polling Unit 6 in Ugele/Aroku Ward 3 of Ikere LGA

PDP: 113

APC: 84

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Nigerian Gov Announces Fresh Public Holiday for Workers Across State

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June 19, 2026

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The Ekiti State Government has declared Friday, June 19, 2026, a work-free day for public servants in the state.

Naija News reports that the government said the holiday was to enable workers to travel to their respective voting centres ahead of the governorship election scheduled for Saturday, June 20.

This was contained in a statement issued on Thursday by the Permanent Secretary to the Head of Service, Janet Ajibola.

“His Excellency, the Governor of Ekiti State, Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, has graciously declared Friday, 19th June, 2026, as a work-free day for all public servants across the state,” the statement read.

Ajibola said the directive was addressed to commissioners, special advisers, the Secretary to the State Government, permanent secretaries, the Clerk of the House, heads of tertiary institutions, the Registrar of the High Court of Justice, general managers, executive secretaries and heads of departments.

“For the purpose of public safety and continuity of essential services, hospitals and health centres, fire service departments and other essential service providers are exempted and shall continue to provide appropriate services,” the statement added.

The Permanent Secretary urged heads of exempted essential institutions to ensure uninterrupted service delivery during the election period.

She also directed chief executive officers and accounting officers across state parastatals to ensure compliance and wide circulation of the directive.
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BREAKING: Mixed Reactions as Tinubu Announces Fresh Appointment

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June 19, 2026

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The news of Kunle Elebute by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the chair of the Governing Board of the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria (FRCN). has started generating reactions from Nigerians.

Kunle Elebute, a renowned chartered accountant and financial management consultant, as the chair of the Governing Board of the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria (FRCN).

This was disclosed in a statement by the presidency on Thursday, June 18, adding that his appointment, adding that his appointment was meant to strengthen corporate governance, deepen accountability and transparency, as well as enhance the confidence of investors within the financial reporting ecosystem of Nigeria.

According to The Punch, Elebute is a fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) with over 40 years of professional experience in Nigeria, West Africa and the world at large. Elebute had earlier served as the senior partner and chief executive officer of KPMG Nigeria, the KPMG West Africa chairman and the chairman of KPMG Africa.

Also, he had served on the regional and global boards of KPMG, such as its Global Board Audit Committee.

In the statement, he was described as a highly respected professional with wide experience in financial advisory services, auditing, strategic transformation, risk consulting and corporate governance.

Below are some of their comments: 

Segun Benson said the appointment should have gone to another qualified person in another region of the country:  “I would have expected Mr President to appoint a qualified person from another region.. no shades.”

Dimeji Lawal said that Nigerians are on the lookout for the effect of the appointment: “The appointment is one thing. The impact of the appointment is what Nigerians will be watching.”

Danjuma claimed that Tinubu’s appointments are following a particular pattern of the late former president Muhammadu Buhari: “I like Tinubu for this, he is following the footsteps of Buhari, who fulanised Nigeria with his appointments.”

Shamsuddeen commended the appointment of Elebute by President Tinubu, describing it as wonderful: “That’s another wonderful selection by President Tinubu GCFR by appointing Mr Elebute. Congratulations sir.”

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