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Tinubu Honors Kayode Fayemi at 60: A Tribute to a Democratic Icon

In a heartfelt tribute, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has celebrated the 60th birthday of Dr. Kayode John Fayemi, acknowledging his immense contributions to Nigerian democracy and his commitment to public service. The Nigerian leader praised Fayemi’s enduring impact on governance and democracy, emphasizing their shared history in the pro-democracy movement. A Lifelong Dedication to…

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Ekiti APC Rejects Rumours of Fayemi's Intended Defection

The All Progressives Congress in Ekiti State has dismissed claims that former Governor Kayode Fayemi is plotting to destabilise the party or lure members away through a secret stakeholders’ meeting. The party’s State Publicity Secretary, Segun Dipe, in a statement on Sunday, dismissed the report in circulation, stating that it was a fabrication by rumour peddlers bent on creating internal…

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How I Carried Radio Kudirat Transmitters On Air France Flight And Made A Detour To Lagos Under Abacha Regime –Fayemi

Former Governor of Ekiti State, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, has reflected on the perilous efforts that birthed Nigeria’s return to civilian rule, recalling how he and others operated Radio Kudirat during the Abacha dictatorship — a move he now says could have cost them their lives. Speaking on Thursday during a special Channels Television event titled ‘Nigeria’s Democratic Journey: An Inter-Generational…

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June 12: Despite Civilian Rule Nigeria Still Struggling For True Democracy - Kayode Fayemi Cried Out

As Nigeria commemorated Democracy Day on Thursday, former Ekiti State Governor, Kayode Fayemi, asserted that the country is yet to achieve genuine democracy, despite returning to civilian rule in 1999. Addressing journalists, Fayemi highlighted the crucial difference between conducting elections and practicing real democratic governance. He pointed out that while Nigerians regained the right to…

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President Tinubu meets with Peter Obi, Fayemi at the Vatican

President Bola Tinubu, Mr Peter Obi, the Labour Party Presidential candidate, and former Ekiti governor Kayode Fayemi met at Pope Leo XIV’s installation mass on Sunday in Rome. Fayemi sighted President Tinubu, where he sat with other leaders and asked Obi to follow him to pay homage to the Nigerian leader. Obi agreed. On getting to the President, Fayemi broke the ice between Obi and Tinubu. He…

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PHOTO FEATURE President Tinubu and his friends in Rome

Naija247news – Rome, Italy – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was captured in a rare moment of camaraderie alongside political associates and dignitaries during the installation mass of Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican on Sunday. Among those seen with the President were Labour Party presidential candidate Mr. Peter Obi and former Ekiti State Governor Dr. Kayode Fayemi. The image has since generated buzz on…

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What Tinubu Told Peter Obi at Pope’s inauguration 

What Tinubu Told Peter Obi at Pope’s inauguration President Bola Ahmed Tinubu met with the 2023 Labour Party Presidential candidate, Peter Obi and former Ekiti state governor Kayode Fayemi at Pope Leo XIV’s installation mass at the Vatican City in Rome. President Tinubu was invited by Pope Leo to honour his first mass as head of the Roman Catholic Church on Sunday, May 18, 2025. Former Anambra…

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Senator Natasha Akpoti Responds to Fayemi’s Clarification on Harassment Allegations

Senator Natasha Akpoti, representing Kogi Central, has welcomed former Ekiti State Governor Kayode Fayemi’s clarification regarding allegations made against her during Senate proceedings. Fayemi’s statement came in response to claims by Senator Cyril Fasuyi (Ekiti North), who suggested on the Senate floor that Akpoti had previously made false harassment allegations against Fayemi during his…

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Ekiti 2026: Fayemi Endorses Successor, Oyebanji For Second Term

Ekiti 2026: Fayemi Endorses Successor, Oyebanji For Second Term

The former governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi after months of silence has finally made his stance known about the next governorship election. Fayemi made this known to the public at the All Progressive Congress, APC’s end of the-year get-together at his Isan Ekiti country home on Thursday. Addressing some issues concerning the party, the immediate past governor declared his support for…

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Buhari Honors Fayemi at 60, Commends His Leadership and Statesmanship

Buhari Commends Fayemi’s Legacy as He Turns 60 Former President Muhammadu Buhari has extended warm birthday wishes to Dr. John Kayode Fayemi, former Governor of Ekiti State, recognizing him as a distinguished statesman and visionary leader on his 60th birthday. In a statement released in January 2025, Buhari reflected on Fayemi’s immense contributions to Nigeria’s political evolution and his…

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Fayemi, Malami, Okorocha, Amaechi, Others Set to Join SDP

In a dramatic shift in Nigeria’s political landscape, several influential figures are set to join the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the coming days. Among those making the move are former Ekiti State Governor Kayode Fayemi, former Attorney General Abubakar Malami, ex-Imo State Governor Rochas Okorocha, former Osun State Governor Rauf Aregbesola, and ex-Minister of Transportation Rotimi…

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“I’m the Head of the Nigerian Delegation” – Tinubu Tells Peter Obi in Rome

President Bola Tinubu told the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, on Sunday that he is the head of Nigeria’s delegation to the Vatican.The remark was made during the installation mass of Pope Leo XIV, where Tinubu, Peter Obi and former Ekiti State governor Kayode Fayemi met each other.According to a statement by presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga, Fayemi spotted…

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Fight Between Politicians Not Real, Just Entertainment For Nigerians - Fayemi

Former Governor of Ekiti State, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, has said that the fight between politicians is never real but intended to entertain Nigerians.Downplaying the supposed animosity between politicians, Fayemi stated that such only exists on social media platforms.The former governor said this during his 60th birthday thanksgiving service at St. Martins’ Catholic Church, Isan Ekiti, on Sunday.“So,…

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PHOTO FEATURE: Ex-Governors Peter Obi and Kayode Fayemi Attend Pope Leo XIV’s Inauguration Mass at the Vatican

Ex-governors Peter Obi and Kayode Fayemi were among the distinguished guests present at the inauguration mass of Pope Leo XIV held at St. Peter’s Square in the Vatican, Rome. The special ceremony marked the official start of Pope Leo XIV’s papacy, with thousands gathering to witness the pontiff receive his symbols of office. Notably, Nigerian President Bola Tinubu was also present alongside…

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What Tinubu Told Peter Obi at Pope’s inauguration 

What Tinubu Told Peter Obi at Pope’s inauguration President Bola Ahmed Tinubu met with the 2023 Labour Party Presidential candidate, Peter Obi and former Ekiti state governor Kayode Fayemi at Pope Leo XIV’s installation mass at the Vatican City in Rome. President Tinubu was invited by Pope Leo to honour his first mass as head of the Roman Catholic Church on Sunday, May 18, 2025. Former Anambra…

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EFCC Reopens Money Laundering Cases of N853.8 Billion Involving 13 Former Governors and Ministers

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reopened money laundering cases against 13 former governors and some ex-ministers, with a staggering total amount of over N853.8bn involved. The individuals under investigation include two former Ekiti State governors, Kayode Fayemi and Ayo Fayose; former Zamfara State governor, Bello Matawalle; two former Enugu State governors, Chimaroke Nnamani and Sullivan Chime; former Nasarawa State governor, Abdullahi Adamu; former Kano State governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso. Others in the spotlight are former Rivers State governor, Peter Odili, former Abia State governor, Theodore Orji former Gombe State governor, Danjuma Goje, former Sokoto State governor, Aliyu Wamako, former Bayelsa State governor, Timipre Sylva, and former Jigawa State governor, Sule Lamido. Matawalle, currently serving as the Minister of Defence, is being probed for alleged N70bn money laundering; Fayemi for an alleged N4bn fraud; Fayose for an alleged N6.9bn fraud. Nnamani is facing investigation for an alleged N5.3bn fraud; Chime for an alleged N450m campaign fraud related to the N23bn allegedly shared by former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke; Adamu for an alleged N15bn fraud. Kwankwaso is under investigation for alleged non-remittance of N10bn pension fund; Orji for alleged N551bn money laundering; Odili for an alleged N100bn fraud, with legal complexities surrounding his case. Goje is being probed for an alleged N5bn fraud; Wamako for allegedly diverting N15bn; Sylva, a former Minister of State for Petroleum, for alleged N19.2bn money laundering; while Lamido is being investigated over an alleged N1.35bn fraud. Diezani is facing multiple alleged money laundering cases involving several billions of naira and millions of dollars. The investigations signal a renewed effort by the EFCC to address financial improprieties among former public officeholders. Read the full article