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Hadiza Bala Usman, Habiba Onumoko Pay Condolence Visits to Mahmoud Bala Alfa

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Today was a day of distinguished women paying their respects, as Hajiya Hadiza Bala Usman and Hajiya Habiba Tijjani Onumoko, FCNA, separately paid condolence visits to Dr. Mahmoud Bala Alfa and his family following the passing of his father, Alhaji Mohammed Alfa. Hajiya Hadiza Bala Usman is the Special Adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Policy Coordination and Head of the Central Results Delivery Coordination Unit (CRDCU). She plays an important role in coordinating and tracking the implementation of the Federal Government’s key policies and programmes across its ministries and agencies. Hajiya Habiba Tijjani Onumoko, Accountant General of Kogi State, is also an important part of the state government’s financial management and administration. She is sometimes regarded to as the engine room of the incumbent Ododo-led administration. Beyond their official positions, their visits were acts of friendship, kindness and support for Dr. M...
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‘El-Rufai Was Like Hitler to Southern Kaduna’ — Babachir Lawal Defends Defence Minister Musa

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By Orion Reports | Abuja BD Lawal has likened former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai to Adolf Hitler, saying that was how he was perceived by Southern Kaduna communities during his tenure. Lawal made the explosive comparison while defending Defence Minister Christopher Gwabin Musa against criticism over his recent comments concerning El-Rufai. He said El-Rufai’s defenders had the right to support him, but argued that their defence could not erase the experiences of Southern Kaduna people. “To them, and by extension us, all Northern ethnic nationalities and Christians, Nasiru El-Rufai was what Adolf Hitler was to the Jews; no more, no less,” Lawal said. He described General Musa as “a brilliant patriot and a highly regarded military officer” and warned El-Rufai’s supporters against attempting to “lynch” him over his comments. Lawal also urged El-Rufai’s defenders to turn their attention to insecurity, out-of-school children and allegations involving some politi...
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Victor Eidah Meets Ugwoda Ward APC Stakeholders, Calls for Unity

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The Senior Special Assistant to the Kogi State Governor on Grassroots Mobilisation, Hon. Victor Eidah , has held a strategic meeting with ward executives and stakeholders of Ugwoda Ward , urging them to strengthen unity and take greater responsibility at their respective polling units. During the meeting, Hon. Eidah emphasised the importance of cooperation among party stakeholders, stressing that a united and well-coordinated grassroots structure is essential to achieving success for the All Progressives Congress (APC) across the various polling units. He also encouraged the ward executives to remain committed to their responsibilities and ensure effective mobilisation and coordination within their respective areas. In a gesture of support, Hon. Victor Eidah donated ₦50,000 to the party executives to assist with the transportation expenses of members returning to their various destinations after the meeting.
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Atiku Vows to Restore Fuel Subsidy If Elected President in 2027

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By Orion Reports | Abuja Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, Atiku Abubakar, has pledged to restore Nigeria’s fuel subsidy if elected president in the 2027 general election. Atiku made the declaration during a social media interview while discussing the impact of the subsidy removal by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in May 2023. He said he did not initially oppose the removal but questioned what had happened to the money expected to be saved from the policy. Atiku asked whether the savings had been used to improve healthcare, education, security and other areas of national development. “If I win the presidential election, I will restore the subsidy. And anyone who stole Nigeria’s subsidy funds must return the money,” he said. The ADC candidate has also challenged the Federal Government to account for revenues and savings generated since the removal of the subsidy, arguing that Nigerians should be able to see how the funds...
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Dr Mahmoud Alfa Calls for Igala Unity, Support for One Another. Donate 2million naira to support Teejay Bala

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Dr. Mahmoud Bala Alfa has called on the Igala people to unite and deliberately support one another, saying their strength as a people can only matter when it is properly organised and used. Speaking on Saturday at Merit House, Abuja, o9o9n event honouring veteran Igala musician, Alhaji TJ Bala, Mahmoud said it was important for Igo9989o9oo support those who have contributed to the community. He described TJ Bala as an Igala legend who has spent about 40 years impacting generations through music, expressing concern that an artist of his stature could still struggle with basic needs such as transportation. Mahmoud, who said TJ Bala personally impacted his life with knowledge and discipline while he was growing up, supported him with ₦2 million. He urged Igalas to replicate such support in their businesses, professions, creative pursuits and politics, noting that the Igala people constitute more than 60 percent of Kogi State's population. "We cannot play the game from...
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BREAKING: Adeleke Wins Osun Governorship Election, Tinubu Congratulates Governor

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By Orion Reports | Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Governor Ademola Adeleke of the Accord Party winner of the 2026 Osun State governorship election , securing a second term in office. Adeleke polled 511,067 votes to defeat his closest challenger, Bola Oyebamiji of the All Progressives Congress (APC), who scored 444,815 votes . The African Democratic Congress (ADC) candidate, Najeem Salaam , finished third with 17,180 votes . Adeleke won 19 of the state’s 30 Local Government Areas, while Oyebamiji secured 11. His winning margin was 66,252 votes . Following the victory, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu reportedly called Adeleke to congratulate him on his re election. Adeleke confirmed the congratulatory call, while Accord Party chieftain Pelumi Olajengbesi said the President made the call before the formal declaration of the result. Tinubu had earlier directed security agencies and INEC to ensure a peaceful and credible election in Os...
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Tinubu Vows to Revive Nigeria’s Refineries After Structural Reset

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By Orion Reports | Abuja President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured Nigerians that the country’s refineries will be revived and repositioned to operate efficiently and profitably. Tinubu gave the assurance on Thursday in Abuja while receiving the national executive of the Nigerian Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG), led by its National President, Salimon Akanni Oladiti, at the State House. The President said the government would conduct detailed technical and financial assessments to identify the structural, operational and managerial challenges affecting the refineries before implementing lasting solutions. “The refineries that you mentioned are going to come back to work,” Tinubu said, stressing that simply producing smoke or flame does not mean a refinery is functioning effectively unless it generates value and operates profitably. He also said constitutional issues surrounding local government autonomy were being reviewed, while promising greater inclusion...
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