*My Statement On Igbo Presidency Misinterpreted – Primate Ayodele Clarifies

The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has explained that his statement regarding the fate of the Igbos in becoming Nigeria’s president has been misinterpreted.

The prophet had said in a video weeks ago that there is a curse that Igbos must be cleansed of if they ever want to rule Nigeria again.

He revealed that if they are not ready to take off the course, the presidency will continue to elude the region regardless of their candidates.

However, in some quarters, this statement is being perceived as Primate Ayodele standing against Igbo presidency and expressing his hatred for the region.

In a clarification signed by his media aide, Osho Oluwatosin, Primate Ayodele made it known that his statement was a prophetic warning to the region, and not a means to stop them from ruling the country. He stated that if his prophetic directions are followed, nothing stops the region from producing a president to rule the nation.

He made it known that if he wasn’t in support of Igbo presidency, he wouldn’t be giving spiritual directions and solutions, the same way he does for everyone, as God reveals to him.

“I have observed that my message about a curse affecting the chances of the Igbos for their presidential ambition has been grossly misunderstood and misinterpreted. In some quarters, it’s been perceived as my hatred for the tribe and my support for the current administration.

“It’s important for me to clarify that there has never been a time when my messages or prophecies expressed my hatred for any tribe for whatever reason. I love everyone regardless of their tribe, and this is why my church has a mixture of several tribes and ethnic groups, because we don’t segregate; we treat everyone respectfully, regardless of what they represent.

“My statement about the Igbo curse is more of a solution towards getting the presidency than what it’s been perceived to be. I issue warnings to people most of the time, and these warnings, if well followed, will definitely provide solutions to whatever problems it was issued for.”

The prophet made it known that he isn’t against Igbo presidency and what he would have expected after the message was questions about how to take off the curse in preparation for the 2027 presidential election, instead of the misinterpretation of his statement.

Furthermore, he reiterated that he delivered the message God sent him to, and it’s left for the recipients to either accept it or reject.

“I am not against Igbo presidency, and this is why I shared the secret of cleansing the tribe of the curse that has been blocking their progress regarding presidency. What should come after that are questions on how to take off the curse in preparation for the 2027 presidential election, but the wrong steps are being taken.

“God has sent me to deliver his message; he has also provided a solution for them to get a chance at the presidency; it’s left for them to either follow or reject it.”

Ajadi storms PDP convention, says party’s glory restored ahead of 2027 election

The city of Ibadan surged with political energy on Saturday as thousands of delegates of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) filled the Lekan Salami Stadium for the party’s highly anticipated 2025 National Convention.
The two-day event, holding from November 15 to 16, has drawn party leaders from all 36 states, signaling what many describe as a defining moment ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, a prominent philanthropist; mobiliser and advocate of good governance across the federation and businessman, arrived at the venue early on Saturday to a warm reception.

Speaking with journalists, he expressed confidence that the convention marks the party’s full return to national relevance after what he called “years of turbulence and internal repair.”

“The PDP has restored its glory,” Ajadi declared. “What you are seeing here today in Ibadan is not just a convention—it is the rebirth of a winning party. In 2027, total victory is certain. We will take the mantle of leadership across all 36 states and reclaim Nigeria.”

Ajadi, known as one of the most vocal mobilisers in the Southwest, noted that the gathering offers the party a fresh opportunity for reconciliation and strategic repositioning.

“This is the time for healing, unity, and preparation,” he said. “Nigerians are looking for a progressive alternative that can rescue the economy, stabilise governance, and restore hope. The PDP is ready to answer that call.”
Delegates from across the federation began arriving in Ibadan as early as Friday, November 14. Many northern delegates, who lodged in different hotels within the metropolis, were seen boarding coaster buses in convoys to the stadium on Saturday morning. Their early arrival, observers say, underscores the importance the party has placed on unity and early groundwork ahead of the next election cycle.

Southwest delegates—particularly from Lagos, Ogun, Osun, Ondo, Ekiti and host state Oyo—also arrived in their numbers. Party officials described the turnout as “massive,” noting that it reflects a renewed commitment to strengthening the PDP’s structures in the region.
Security personnel from the police, civil defence, the DSS, and Oyo State’s Amotekun Corps mounted strategic positions around the stadium, while traffic officials worked tirelessly to manage the heavy flow of vehicles along Ring Road and nearby routes.
The convention is expected to produce new members of the National Working Committee (NWC), assess internal party reforms, and unveil a comprehensive roadmap toward 2027. PDP governors, senators, House of Representatives members, former national officers, and other prominent leaders are expected to participate in key sessions and deliberations.

According to party insiders, speeches from influential national figures—scheduled for later today and Sunday—will likely shape public expectations and help define the alliances and strategies that will drive the party into the 2027 elections.
As chants, drums, and colourful PDP banners lifted the atmosphere inside the stadium, one message echoed across Ibadan: “the PDP is back on its feet—stronger, louder, and gearing up to challenge for power once again.”

*It Is Time For Ogun West: A Call For Justice, Equity, True Brotherhood*

*BY ABU-SATAR HAMED*

*Power, in its truest form, is not served à la carte – selectively offered to a privileged few at the expense of others. It is a sacred trust, a shared responsibility built on justice, equity, and brotherhood.*

In this spirit, it is time – indeed, long overdue – for the people of Yewa-Awori, the proud sons and daughters of Ogun West, to be given their rightful opportunity to govern Ogun State – a state they have helped nurture from inception and continue to strengthen daily through hard work, loyalty, and sacrifice.

For nearly five decades since the creation of Ogun State in 1976, the political leadership of the state has rotated between Ogun Central and Ogun East. These two senatorial districts have produced all the governors, alternating in a political relay that has consistently sidelined the third and equally important district – Ogun West.

This persistent imbalance is not merely a historical oversight; it is an injustice that undermines the very spirit of fairness, unity, and shared destiny upon which our democracy is founded.

How can a region so industrious, peaceful, and deeply invested in the state’s development remain perpetually excluded from its leadership?

The people of Ogun West have never been passive spectators. They have been steadfast contributors to the economic, social, and political growth of the state. The region hosts major industries, serves as a vital border hub, and significantly boosts Ogun’s Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) – even before the state’s formal creation.

If contribution is the measure of belonging, then inclusion must be the reward. The moral compass of our collective conscience must now point firmly toward fairness.

Let it be known: no part of Ogun State is inferior to another. Our shared heritage, mutual respect, and common pursuit of progress must not be eroded by political exclusion or the dominance of a few over the many.

As our wise elders would say, “Ajọjẹ kó dùn bí ẹni kò bá ní lówó” – there is no joy in sharing when one party is systematically denied its rightful share.

This is not a cry of entitlement. It is a call for balance. It is a plea for recognition. It is a demand for justice. Ogun West has waited patiently – serving, supporting, and sacrificing – even as its rightful turn to lead has been repeatedly deferred.

To continue this cycle of exclusion is to risk resentment and weaken the bonds of unity that have held Ogun State together since its creation. The future of our state must be one where every region, every people, and every community feel represented and valued.

Equity in governance is not a privilege; it is a democratic imperative.

As the next gubernatorial election approaches, let conscience, fairness, and history guide those who hold the reins of power. Let them act not out of political convenience, but from a deep sense of justice and moral responsibility.

Ogun West deserves its turn.
Ogun West deserves its voice.
Ogun West deserves the opportunity to lead.

Let us do what is right – not just for politics, but for posterity.

*_*Abu-Satar Idowu Hamed, a concerned_ _citizen and advocate for equity and_ _inclusive governance in Ogun State, is the_ _Otun Baaroyin of_ Ilaro-Yewa and* *_Publisher/Editor-in-Chief of_ _StarTrend Int’l Magazine and Online Platform. Founder/National_ Coordinator* , *_League of Yewa-Awori Media Practitioners_* _*(LOYAMP)*_
*_08038525526_* *[email protected]_*