The Daily Beam

 By Kehinde Awosina  A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja is set to determine the fate of the National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Senator David Mark, and the party’s National Secretary, Rauf Aregbesola, in a suit instituted by a factional leader of the party, Nafiu Bala Gombe. The case, which is being heard today, centres on a dispute over the authentic leadership of the ADC, with Gombe asking the court to stop Mark and Aregbesola from parading themselves as national officers of the party. He also wants the court to recognize him as the rightful leader of the party structure. The legal action is part of the ongoing internal crisis within the ADC, which has seen rival factions laying claim to the party’s national leadership positions following a series of political realignments and disputes over its executive structure. At the heart of the matter is the legitimacy of the current national working committee led by David Mark, with Rauf Aregbesola servi...

 By Kehinde Awosina  Residents of Oyo State were thrown into panic on Tuesday following the abduction of the wife and twin children of a brother to Nigeria’s Former Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, during a brazen daylight attack by suspected gunmen. According to reports, the victims were kidnapped while going about their normal activities when the armed assailants struck and whisked them away to an unknown destination. The incident has heightened concerns over the growing insecurity in parts of Oyo State and the country at large. Sources familiar with the development said the abducted woman is married to one of Adelabu’s brothers, while the children taken alongside her are twins. Details surrounding the circumstances of the attack remain sketchy, but the incident reportedly occurred in broad daylight, leaving residents shocked by the audacity of the kidnappers.  Security agencies have since launched efforts to track down the perpetrators and secure the safe release of...

 By Kehinde Awosina  Popular Nigerian gospel singer, , has weighed in on the country’s security situation, calling on Nigerians to adopt a balanced perspective when assessing the government's response to insecurity. Speaking on the persistent security challenges facing the nation, the singer acknowledged that insecurity remains a major concern for many citizens. However, she argued that it would be unfair to place the entire blame on President for the situation. According to Alaseyori, the President, Vice President, and members of the nation's security agencies are making efforts in their respective capacities to address the threats confronting the country. She noted that tackling insecurity is a complex task that requires sustained commitment and collaboration among various stakeholders. The gospel artist emphasized that while Nigerians have every right to demand improved security and accountability from their leaders, it is important to recognize the work being done beh...

 By Kehinde Awosina   President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is scheduled to deliver a joint address to the National Assembly on June 12, 2026, as part of activities lined up to commemorate Nigeria's 27th Democracy Day anniversary. The announcement was made by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation during the inauguration of the Inter-Ministerial Committee responsible for coordinating the national celebrations. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony held at the Shehu Shagari Complex in Abuja, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, said the President's address would be one of the major highlights of the Democracy Day programme. Akume described Democracy Day as an important national occasion that provides an opportunity for Nigerians to remember the sacrifices of those who fought for the restoration and sustenance of democratic governance in the country. He paid tribute to the heroes of the June 12 struggle, particularly Moshood Kashim...

 By Kehinde Awosina  Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has acknowledged the economic difficulties faced by many Nigerians, attributing the challenge to the country's rapidly growing population and longstanding infrastructure deficits despite improvements in government revenue. Speaking during a media engagement, Bwala responded to concerns about why many citizens have yet to feel the impact of the government's economic reforms in their daily lives. According to him, while government revenue has increased under the current administration, the available resources remain insufficient to adequately cater to a population exceeding 230 million people. "The population is over 230 million, but the resources we have, however, the increased revenue is not enough to match with the population and deficit in terms of infrastructure," he said. Bwala maintained that the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu has introduced policies aimed at...

 By Kehinde Awosina  Former Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Tukur Buratai (retd.), has expressed doubts over claims that security agencies are unable to trace bandits and kidnappers who openly publicize their activities online. Speaking during an interview on TVC, Buratai argued that criminals who regularly share videos, messages, and other materials from their hideouts should be within the reach of security operatives. According to him, if authorities possess the technological capacity to track cybercriminals, social media users, and other individuals operating online, they should equally be capable of identifying and locating bandits who openly flaunt their activities on digital platforms. The retired military officer, however, stopped short of accusing security agencies of incompetence, suggesting that operational considerations may influence decisions regarding the pursuit of such criminal elements. “I do not believe it is a question of inability. There may be ...