Today’s Headlines: I foresee Tinubu’s re-election —Primate Ayodele, Olu-Epe, Oba Adewale, dies at 86

I foresee Tinubu’s re-election —Primate Ayodele

Primate Elijah Ayodele, leader of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, has prophesied that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is poised for re-election in 2027, provided he navigates certain political challenges. In a recent sermon, Ayodele emphasized that while Tinubu has demonstrated more effective governance than his predecessor, his path to a second term is contingent upon strategic decisions and alliances. Ayodele warned that the emergence of three influential political figures could significantly undermine Tinubu’s re-election bid, though he has yet to disclose their identities. The cleric also cautioned that Tinubu must be vigilant in his political appointments, particularly in the northern regions, to prevent potential betrayals that could jeopardize his ambitions. He stressed the importance of placing trustworthy individuals in key positions to secure electoral success. 

Ayodele further advised Nigerians to exercise patience with Tinubu’s administration, asserting that a second term could yield better outcomes for the country. He warned against supporting opposition figures such as Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Nasir El-Rufai, Bala Mohammed, and Seyi Makinde, claiming their leadership would exacerbate the nation’s challenges. 

BREAKING: Olu-Epe, Oba Adewale, dies at 86

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The Olu of Epe Kingdom, Oba Shefiu Olatunji Adewale, has passed away. The 86-year-old monarch reportedly died in the early hours of Saturday, 31st May 2025. The 19th ruler of Epe will be laid to rest today in accordance with Islamic rites. Confirming the death to PUNCH Online on Saturday, High Chief Odedeogboro Balogun of Epe Kingdom, Musiliu Adeniyi said the king’s passing was true and he will be buried today.

“The news is true. It was this morning.

“He will be buried 4’O clock today,” Adeniyi said

Prior to his ascension to the throne, Oba Adewale served as Otun-Balogun, the third-highest chieftaincy title in the land, before being promoted to Balogun and subsequently crowned king. A retired Director of Administration in the Ministry of Education, he also once served as Executive Secretary at the Ministry of Lands.

FCT To Experience 2 Weeks Disruption In Water Supply

There will be disruption to water supply in the Federal Capital Territory in the next two weeks, the FCT Water Board has announced. The board, in a statement, alerted its customers that due to the ongoing rehabilitation works of the water treatment plants at Lower Usuma Dam, there would be disruption of water supply to both city centre and the outskirts. The board said the rehabilitation work would pave the way for the connection of the electro-mechanical equipment of its treatment plants, which is a major component of the rehabilitation work.

Five drown in Abia River on way to funeral

Tragedy struck again in Aba, Abia State, when five persons drowned in the Aba River at Umunkama village, Ovom Ama Asaa community, Obingwa council area of the state. Reports from the area indicate that the victims were on their way to a funeral ceremony in Umunkama Village, Ugwunagbo Local Government Area, when their canoe capsized while attempting to cross the river. An eyewitness account states that the wooden canoe capsized when they were halfway to the Ugwunagbo side of the river, plunging those on board into the river.