By Collins Nkwocha

The beginning of every year is always very important and decisive,people crave to know what God is saying concerning the year,Prophets of God across Nigeria and the globe act as mouthpiece to deliver the messages God has for the people as Nigerian seer and prophet,prophet Godwin Ikuru of Jehovah Eye Salvation Ministry,Lagos gave explosive 2026 prophcies.

Prophet maintained that 2026 will be a year of open glory and wealth because it will be characterized by blessings, riches and breakthroughs as their would be unimaginable open doors for people to excel;farmers would return to their farmlands because insecurity in the Nigerian nation would cease.

In the political scene,he warned Atiku Abubarka to watch his health closely,he always told the President,Bola Ahmed Tinubu to watch his health as that could be the only impediment to.his ambition of retaining the seat as the president.He warned APC not to create problem in Osun state because they Will not be able to wrestle power from away from governor Adeleke,he also prognosticated a serious broil between governor Alex otti of Abia state and senator Orji Uzo Kalu,he maintained that governor otti would win because of the immense support of the people.

He gave hope to Biafran agitator,Mazi Nnamdi Kanu who was sentenced to life imprisonment,telling him that his case would be settled,he urged the FCT minister to resist the temptation of interfering into the issues of Rivers state because he sees a very great brawl between him and the president as a result of that.

On the global scene,he reiterated that Donald Trump would not be imprisoned after his tenure as the American president,he prognosticated that he would be pardoned because of the good works he did as the American president.He prophesied that America should pray against another Tsunami “i see water rising and submerging buildings” he said.

Truth, Trauma, and the Test of Public Discourse: Ogun State Pushes Back Against Healthcare Misinformation

In the aftermath of a tragic road accident that claimed lives and left emotions running high, Ogun State has found itself at the center of an intense public debate over the quality and responsiveness of its healthcare system. While grief and concern are natural reactions in moments of national shock—especially when a prominent figure is involved—political actors and public commentators are now urging restraint, accuracy, and responsibility in how the state’s institutions are portrayed.

Otunba Segun Showunmi, a notable political voice and advocate of alternative governance perspectives, has strongly cautioned against what he describes as emotion-driven narratives that distort verifiable facts. According to him, the suggestion that Ogun State lacks ambulances or functional emergency response capacity is not only misleading but unfair to the professionals working daily within the system.

“Ogun State does have ambulances. This is not conjecture,” Showunmi insists, pointing to his personal encounters with the state’s emergency vehicles being both displayed and actively deployed. He argues that it is deeply problematic to use a single tragic incident—no matter how heartbreaking—as justification to undermine collective sensibility or dismiss years of documented progress.

At the heart of the debate is the integrity of the state’s healthcare leadership. Showunmi speaks with confidence about the Honourable Commissioner for Health, Dr. Tomi Coker, whom he describes as a consummate professional with a proven record of diligence and competence. By his account, negligence is inconsistent with both her character and her track record in public service.

Beyond individual leadership, the broader healthcare architecture under Governor Dapo Abiodun’s administration has also been drawn into the conversation. Supporters of the government note that healthcare remains one of the administration’s most positively reviewed sectors, with functional primary healthcare centers across several wards in the state. These facilities, they argue, are not only operational but steadily improving in capacity and service delivery.

None of this, Showunmi emphasizes, is an attempt to silence criticism. On the contrary, constructive criticism is a cornerstone of democratic accountability. However, he warns that criticism must be anchored in truth rather than amplified by grief, speculation, or sensationalism—particularly in an age where misinformation spreads rapidly and trust in institutions is fragile.

As the state mourns those lost in the accident and offers prayers for the full recovery of “our son, Anthony Joshua,” as Showunmi affectionately puts it, the larger lesson may be about balance: honoring grief while preserving truth, demanding accountability without discarding fairness, and strengthening public discourse through facts rather than fury.

In moments of crisis, the measure of leadership—and citizenship—is not only how swiftly institutions respond, but how responsibly the public conversation is conducted. Ogun State’s healthcare journey, its advocates argue, deserves to be assessed on evidence, not emotion.

By Solanke Ayomideji Taiwo

In a significant political development ahead of the 2027 general elections, former governorship aspirant and prominent Ogun State political figure, Otunba Segun Sowunmi, has hosted Olaposi Oginni, the National Secretary of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) and the party’s topmost leader in Ogun State. The meeting, widely seen as strategic, has ignited conversations around the formation of a broad-based coalition aimed at reshaping the political landscape of Ogun State.

The engagement between the two leaders underscores growing momentum among opposition and reform-minded actors who believe that the 2027 elections will require more than fragmented ambitions to successfully challenge entrenched political structures in the state.

Speaking after the meeting, Sowunmi emphasized that meaningful political change cannot be achieved through rhetoric alone. According to him, the idea of a “grand coalition” must go beyond public declarations and social media enthusiasm, requiring deliberate planning, patience, and trust built over time.

“It is not enough to desire a coalition,” Sowunmi stated. “It takes serious work, time, and a long-term relationship to build one. I make no silly boast.”

His remarks were interpreted as a call for discipline and sincerity among political actors seeking an alternative political future for Ogun State. Sowunmi, known for his forthright style and emphasis on ideology-driven politics, framed the proposed alliance as “The Alternative”—a platform that prioritizes structure, values, and collective responsibility over personal ambition.

Olaposi Oginni, on his part, represents a critical pillar of the NNPP’s national and state-level leadership. As National Secretary of the party and its leading figure in Ogun State, his presence at the meeting signals NNPP’s openness to collaboration and coalition-building as part of its long-term strategy ahead of 2027.

Political observers note that Ogun State politics has historically been dominated by powerful incumbency structures, making coalition-building a potentially decisive strategy for opposition forces. The Sowunmi–Oginni engagement is therefore being viewed as an early but important step toward forging a united front capable of mounting a credible challenge.

While no formal coalition agreement was announced, both camps appeared aligned on the principle that sustainable political alliances must be rooted in mutual respect, shared vision, and consistent engagement rather than last-minute electoral arrangements.

As preparations for the 2027 elections gradually begin to take shape, the meeting between Segun Sowunmi and Olaposi Oginni may well be remembered as one of the foundational moments in the emergence of a new political alignment in Ogun State—one that seeks to offer voters a clear and organized alternative.