May 2026 – Page 159 – Rise Africa

Gbenga Daniel Rejects Abiodun’s Endorsement, Insists On Primary Election

13.05.2026

The senator representing Ogun East and former governor of Ogun State, Gbenga Daniel, has rejected the endorsement of the incumbent governor, Dapo Abiodun as the consensus candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the 2027 senatorial election in the district. Reacting through his media aide, Steve Oliyide, Daniel described the endorsement as deceptive, alleging...

Competition, Ego Affecting Afrobeats Collaboration

13.05.2026

Nigerian Afrobeats star, Joseph Akinwale Akinfenwa-Donus, popularly known as Joeboy, has lamented the debilitating effects of ego and unhealthy competition on collaborations in the Nigerian Afrobeats climate. In an interview on Cool FM Lagos with his colleague Wizard Chan, Joeboy revealed that he prefers working with artistes he has a personal relationship with, in a...

Ubi Franklin Mourns Alex Ekubo Death

13.05.2026

Nigerian music executive, Ubi Franklin, has taken to his social media page to mourn the passing of Nollywood actor, Alex Ekubo, reflecting on the anguish of losing yet another loved one to cancer, as well as the traumatic moment he learned of the actor’s passing. Franklin, in a statement on X, said he was informed of...

Gov Sani Sets Up Consensus C’ttee Ahead Of Elections

13.05.2026

Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, has approved the constitution of a high-level Consensus Committee on Party harmonisation engagement as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen internal democracy, promote cohesion among stakeholders, and sustain party unity ahead of the forthcoming general elections. According to the statement, the committee will be chaired by the deputy Governor...

Bolaji Ogunmola Hails Etim-Effiong’s Professional Ethics

13.05.2026

Nigerian actress and filmmaker Bolaji Ogunmola has heaped praises on her colleague, Daniel Etim-Effiong, for his exceptional discipline and professional ethics at work, especially in romantic roles. Ogunmola highlighted Etim-Effiong’s work ethic and professionalism while speaking in a recent interview on the Jay On-Air podcast. Speaking on the programme, the 34-year-old actress noted that they both...

Ex-S’Eagles Captain Seeks Better Pay For NPFL Footballers

13.05.2026

Former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh has lamented that poor salaries and welfare packages in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) are driving talented players abroad, calling on the Nigerian Government for urgent reforms to strengthen domestic football. Speaking during an interview with Brila FM, the former midfielder stressed that improving player pay and welfare...

Oborevwori Tasks Newly Sworn-In Perm Secs On Integrity, Accountability

13.05.2026

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has charged newly sworn-in Permanent Secretaries in the state civil service to uphold professionalism, integrity, and accountability in the discharge of their duties. Speaking during the swearing-in ceremony held at the Unity Hall, Government House, Asaba, on Wednesday, the governor said the appointments were made to fill existing...

FCC Boss Pledges Inclusive Institution for All Nigerians

13.05.2026

The Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), Hon. Hulayat Motunrayo Omidiran, has reaffirmed her commitment to building an inclusive institution that guarantees fairness, equity and equal opportunity for all Nigerians, irrespective of ethnic, religious or social background. Omidiran stated this on Wednesday while receiving a delegation from the Social Development Action Trust (SDA-Trust),...

Reps Aspirant Promises Inclusion, Empowerment Of Residents

13.05.2026

A seasoned technocrat and politician, Dr Olayinka AbdulRasheed Alausa has pledged inclusive leadership, grassroots empowerment and improved representation for residents if elected into the House of Representatives from Oshodi-Isolo Constituency 11 in Lagos State. Alausa, who stated this during a stakeholders’ meeting in his constituency office on Wednesday, disclosed that he was deeply connected to...

Pépé vs Akor Adams: LaLiga MVP Battle

13.05.2026

While Nicolas Pépé has already propelled Villarreal back into Champions League contention, Sevilla’s Akor Adams remains locked in a tense battle to keep his side afloat in LaLiga, even after his standout heroics against Espanyol. This high-stakes encounter at the Estadio de la Cerámica goes beyond league positioning—it could also play a defining role in...