On June 9, 2026, Vice-President Kashim Shettima represented President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Ekiti to commission the Ado-Ekiti Flyover Bridge, named after Tinubu. This 1.2-kilometre road is part of a series of projects identified by Governor Biodun Oyebanji as his legacy initiatives in Nigerian governance.

According to a group, Senator Solomon Adeola's (Yayi) empowerment programmes and projects have significantly increased his popularity, positioning him as a strong candidate for the Ogun State Governorship. The initiatives have garnered widespread support among the populace.

Femi Ogbonnikan discusses the political landscape in Ogun, Nigeria, as the 2027 governorship election approaches. He notes that the current pursuit of power among opposition figures is heavily influenced by sentiment rather than rational political strategy, suggesting a need for reflection among these leaders.

Iyabo Obasanjo-Bello, the daughter of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, has announced her defection from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the People's Democratic Party (PDP). She cited her compassion for the people of Ogun State and her alignment with the PDP's values as the reasons for her political shift, according to Punch.

The late Chief Joseph Folahan Odunjo's allegory is said to reflect the current national scandal involving Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, and Adeniyi Adeyemi, who is reportedly self-appointed as the Director General of the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council and the Presidential Economic Advisory Council. The situation highlights the controversy surrounding these figures in Nigerian politics.

In an interview with Yetunde Ajanaku, Bolanle Aminat Sarumi-Aliyu, a politician and former governorship candidate, discusses her political journey, the challenges she has faced, and her ongoing commitment to public service. She emphasizes that democracy cannot flourish if financial resources continue to dictate electoral success, highlighting the need for a more equitable political landscape.