Author: Emorioloye owolemi

By Dayo Adeyinka | Asiwaju Media Team A popular Chief Priest and former aide to the late Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, Dr. Oladoyin Odebowale, has publicly condemned the prolonged silence of Nigeria’s Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, over allegations of certificate forgery trailing his name. Dr. Odebowale made the call in a two-minute live video shared on his verified Facebook page, which has since gained wide circulation across social media platforms. In the video, he expressed concern over what he described as the Minister’s continued silence amid growing public scrutiny. According to Odebowale, the position of Minister of Interior is…

By Ahmed Musa | Asiwaju Media Team Allegations surrounding the academic and service records of Nigeria’s Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, have intensified following the resurfacing of a controversial WAEC Attestation of Results purportedly issued in respect of his claimed participation in the 1999 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE). The renewed controversy comes amid growing public scrutiny of inconsistencies relating to the minister’s WAEC certificate, age declaration, passport photograph, and NYSC mobilisation history, with critics insisting that the emerging details further strengthen long standing allegations of irregular documentation.Disputed WAEC Claim and Age, Appearance Discrepancy The WAEC document in circulation…

By Ilesanmi Durojaiye | Asiwaju Media Team Public debate surrounding Nigeria’s Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has intensified amid sustained allegations relating to contract administration, academic qualifications, and National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) records. While no court of competent jurisdiction has made any adverse finding against the minister, stakeholders argue that the issues raised have assumed national significance, touching on transparency, accountability, and public confidence in governance. Observers note that the controversies, which have continued to circulate in the public domain, now extend beyond partisan considerations. Civil society organisations, legal professionals, and concerned citizens maintain that the matter raises…

By Ilesanmi Biola | Asiwaju Media Team Akure- Senior High Chief (SHC) Idowu Asonja has facilitated the release of inmates from various correctional centres across the state, in an initiative aimed at promoting justice, compassion, and social reintegration. The releases followed consultations with correctional authorities and strict adherence to established legal procedures. Beneficiaries of the intervention were mainly inmates held for minor offences, those who had overstayed their lawful detention period, and individuals qualified for release but unable to meet the financial requirements to secure their freedom. SHC Asonja explained that the action was motivated by his belief in compassion,…

By Aminu Dauda | Asiwaju Media Team Abuja, Nigeria — Allegations surrounding the academic credentials and National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) records of the Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, have intensified, drawing sharp criticism from party stakeholders who warn that continued shielding of the minister could damage the image of the ruling party and the administration of President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Stakeholders speaking on the matter described the controversy as one that has gone beyond partisan disagreements, insisting that transparency and strict adherence to the law are essential to protect public confidence in government institutions. They cautioned that…

By Ahmed Musa | Asiwaju Media Team Abuja, Nigeria — A scheduled meeting between the Office of the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and a team of lawyers representing the Director General of the Asiwaju Media Team, Prince Emorioloye Owolemi, ended inconclusively on Wednesday following the absence of the Director in charge of the Freedom of Information (FOI) unit. The meeting, convened by the Attorney General of the Federation, followed a formal petition submitted by the legal team alleging violations of the Freedom of Information Act by two federal institutions; the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) and the West…

By Dada Ayoola | Asiwaju Media Team Abuja, Nigeria – Multiple allegations of financial impropriety, contract fraud, forgery and irregular academic credentials against the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, have triggered sustained pressure from civil society, political figures and legal experts across Nigeria. Rather than directly addressing these mounting claims, the minister’s prolonged silence has fuelled criticism, with stakeholders describing the situation as an embarrassment to both the Ministry of Interior and the Federal Government. At the heart of the controversy are assertions that Tunji-Ojo, a key figure in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration entrusted with national internal security, has…

By Dr Olukayode Ajulo OONSAN In a landmark ruling delivered on December 15, 2025, the Supreme Court of Nigeria addressed the contentious scope of presidential authority under Section 305 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), following the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on March 18, 2025. This 6-1 decision, with Justice Mohammed Baba Idris, JSC, delivering the majority judgment and Justice Obande Festus Ogbuinya dissenting, has sparked intense debate across Nigeria’s political landscape. Having examined the 14-page summary of the judgment, supplemented by in-depth legal analyses, media reports, and expert commentaries,…

SPECIAL REPORT | PUBLIC ACCOUNTABILITY & RULE OF LAW By Ilesanmi Durojaiye| Asiwaju Media Team Ogun Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Bar. Usani, has strongly condemned what he described as an open display of atrocities in the handling of serious allegations against a serving federal minister, warning that Nigeria’s democratic institutions are being dangerously undermined by selective silence and institutional compromise. Speaking against the backdrop of allegations surrounding alleged ₦2 million cash distributions by a minister, alongside unresolved claims of forgery, public misconduct, and financial impropriety, the respected legal practitioner expressed deep concern over what he called the apparent inaction of…

By Agbabiaka | Asiwaju Media Team Correspondent In Nigerian politics, integrity remains a non-negotiable pillar of public service. One issue that has once again brought this principle to the fore is the ongoing controversy surrounding the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) certificate of the Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. As a prominent public office holder, his position naturally demands a high level of accountability, particularly on matters that touch on eligibility and credibility. The NYSC certificate is more than a routine document; it is a nationally recognised symbol of service and a statutory requirement for many public offices in…