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Pro-Tinubu group, SWAGA distributes palliatives in Oyo {Photos}
A group loyal to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the South West Agenda for Asiwaju (SWAGA), on Wednesday, distributed food items as palliatives to the less privileged across the 33 local government areas in Oyo state.
Speaking at the symbolic distribution of food items in Oyo town, the National Chairman of SWAGA, Sen. Adedayo Adeyeye said the group felt the hardship being faced by the masses at this trying period, thereby deeming it fit to support the poorest of the poor Nigerians in its little way.
The former minister noted that the gesture was to appreciate Nigerians for their unrelenting support for President Tinubu during the electioneering and to also reassure the masses that he would fulfill all his campaign promises to Nigerians.
He added that Nigeria is on the right track of economic growth and development under President Bola Tinubu, stressing that the present administration in the past three months had made some decisions and policies that would soon turn the fortune of the country for good.
According to him, President Tinubu is a charismatic leader and personality with tremendous leadership traits that will certainly enhance the economic growth of the nation.
The SWAGA chairman urged Nigerians to be patient with the Tinubu-led federal government, reassuring them that the country would soon regain its rightful place in the comity of nations as a result of genuine and positive steps being taken by the government.
Also speaking at the event, the Convener of SWAGA, Mr. Oyetunde Ojo, explained that the palliatives’ distribution by SWAGA would cover South West states, including Kwara, Kogi; and other North Central states where the group presence was strong.
Ojo recalled that SWAGA was inaugurated in 2020 to let Nigerians know that Tinubu was the best candidate who could lead the country on the right track.
He said Nigerians accepted him with their votes to become the nation’s president, “now that Tinubu has become the president, we owned it a duty to appreciate the people.
“We will continue to appreciate them and ensure that all our campaign promises are fulfilled.”
The National Chairperson, of SWAGA palliative distribution, Mrs. Ayo Omidiran, said the group has perfected a plan to ensure that the target beneficiaries get the food items.
Omidiran further explained that the group has representatives across the 33 local government areas of the state who will share the food items with the poorest of the poor in their respective LGAs in the full view of their leaders.
“We have instructed them that the palliative is not meant for SWAGA members only but for the less privileged in their respective local government areas,” she said.
The palliative distribution chairperson noted that many Nigerians were going through a tough time, called on well-meaning individuals and groups to emulate SWAGA and reach out to the less privileged in their respective communities.
The beneficiaries appreciated SWAGA for the gesture, urging the Tinubu-led government to work toward alleviating the plight of Nigerians.
Mrs. Mutiat Shittu and Risikat Adeyemi lauded the group for remembering them after the emergence of Bola Tinubu as President.
Shittu said the group has started fulfilling its promises made during the campaign and that they were motivated.
Adeyemi, who noted that many Nigerians were hungry, said the food items would go a long way in addressing the hunger being faced by the beneficiaries.
On her part, Adeola Adeniran, another beneficiary, said she was surprised to see that SWAGA returned to Oyo State to appreciate them after the general election.
Adeniran promised that the group has renewed the hope of the masses in the administration of President Tinubu.
The lawmaker representing Ibarapa East/Ido Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Engr. Aderemi Oseni, has mourned the death of a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State and former member of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon. Akeem Abimbola Oladipupo, popularly known as Able, describing his demise as a painful loss to the progressive family.
Oladipupo, who represented Ibadan North-West Constituency in the Oyo State House of Assembly, was widely regarded as a grassroots politician and committed party loyalist until his passing.
Oseni, who is also the Chairman, House Committee on Federal Roads Maintenance Agency and the APC candidate for Oyo South Senatorial District, said the late politician’s death had created a vacuum within the party and among those who benefitted from his unwavering commitment to public service.
In a condolence statement issued on Monday by his Media Aide, Idowu Ayodele, and made available to journalists in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, the federal lawmaker described the late Oladipupo as a dependable progressive, humble political actor and loyal party stalwart whose impact would remain indelible.
He said the deceased dedicated his life to serving humanity, strengthening the progressive movement and supporting the aspirations of many at the grassroots.
Oseni said, “The death of Hon. Akeem Abimbola Oladipupo (Able) came to me as a rude shock. Oyo State and the progressive family have indeed lost a committed, loyal and selfless leader whose passion for service, humility and dedication to the people stood him out.
“He was not just a politician but a bridge-builder, a dependable ally and a grassroots mobiliser who believed strongly in the ideals of our great party. His contributions to the growth of the APC in Oyo State and his service to humanity will remain unforgettable.”
The APC senatorial candidate noted that the late former lawmaker remained steadfast in promoting peace, unity and political development, adding that his simplicity and accessibility endeared him to many across political divides.
According to Oseni, the late politician’s legacy of service and sacrifice would continue to inspire younger politicians and party faithful.
He, however, urged members of the APC, associates and family members of the deceased to take solace in the remarkable life he lived and the positive impact he made during his lifetime.
Oseni also prayed for the repose of the deceased’s soul and for God to grant his family the fortitude to bear the painful loss.
State governors have proposed a new national minimum wage of N100,000 for Nigerian workers as part of efforts to cushion them from the biting effects of inflation and the rising cost of living.
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State, who is also the Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), disclosed the proposal on Saturday in a post by the state government’s official Facebook page. He said the move aims to improve workers’ welfare while ensuring that government finances remain sustainable.
“State governments recognise the urgent need to improve workers’ welfare in response to the current economic realities facing Nigerians,” AbdulRazaq said.
“We are actively engaging with the Federal Government and organised labour to arrive at a wage structure that is fair to workers and sustainable for government finances.”
The NGF chairman explained that ongoing discussions are focused on balancing the need to boost workers’ purchasing power with the capacity of governments to deliver essential public services and development projects.
“The goal is to improve the living conditions of workers while ensuring that states can continue to meet their obligations and sustain projects that directly impact citizens,” he added.
The proposed N100,000 minimum wage is expected to intensify national debates on salaries, inflation, and broader economic reforms as Nigerians continue to contend with rising food prices, transportation costs, and other living expenses.
Currently, Nigeria’s statutory minimum wage stands at N70,000 per month. Some states, including Lagos, Rivers, and Imo, are already paying above the national benchmark to support workers amid the country’s economic challenges.
Meanwhile, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has continued to call for a comprehensive review of salaries, insisting that workers deserve a living wage that reflects present-day economic realities rather than merely guaranteeing survival.
The average retail price paid by consumers for Premium Motor Spirit, popularly known as petrol, rose to N1,532.93 per litre in April 2026, representing a 23.69 per cent increase compared to the N1,239.33 recorded in the corresponding period of 2025, findings by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) have shown.
The sharp rise in petrol prices came amid mounting inflationary pressure and worsening living costs, with Nigerians grappling with soaring transportation and food expenses that have continued to shrink household purchasing power.
The NBS disclosed this in its Premium Motor Spirit (Petrol) Price Watch for April 2026, released on Friday.
The report further showed that on a month-on-month basis, petrol prices rose by 18.97 per cent from N1,288.54 recorded in March 2026, underscoring persistent volatility in the downstream petroleum market.
A breakdown of prices across states revealed that Yobe recorded the highest average retail price for petrol at N1,599.05 per litre during the review period.
Edo and Bauchi followed closely with average prices of N1,595.74 and N1,589.07, respectively.
However, Niger residents paid the least for petrol at an average of N1,403.89 per litre, while Sokoto and Katsina recorded N1,404.16 and N1,406.28 respectively.
At the zonal level, the South-South recorded the highest average retail price at N1,566.76 per litre, while the North-West posted the lowest at N1,508.81.
The latest petrol price increase comes as millions of Nigerians continue to battle the ripple effects of rising inflation, with higher energy costs worsening transportation fares and the prices of essential commodities.
Similarly, the NBS said the average retail price for refilling a 5kg cylinder of Liquefied Petroleum Gas, also known as cooking gas, rose by 13.73 per cent month-on-month to N8,706.93 in April 2026 from N7,655.73 recorded in March.
On a year-on-year basis, the price increased by 10.42 per cent from N7,885.60 recorded in April 2025.
Lagos recorded the highest average price for refilling a 5kg cylinder at N9,745.10, followed by Nasarawa at N9,451.70 and Bayelsa at N9,422.74.
In contrast, Anambra recorded the lowest average price at N7,204.76, while Ondo and Ogun followed with N7,239.49 and N7,825.75, respectively.
At the regional level, the North-West recorded the highest average retail price for refilling a 5kg cylinder at N9,025.07, followed by the North-East at N8,847.16, while the South-East posted the lowest average price at N8,224.37.
Also, the average retail price for refilling a 12.5kg cylinder of cooking gas increased by 13.89 per cent month-on-month to N22,382.20 in April 2026 from N19,652.83 in March.
Compared to April 2025, the price rose by 10.43 per cent from N20,268.06.
According to the NBS LPG Price Watch for April, Katsina recorded the highest average retail price for refilling a 12.5kg cylinder at N25,596.71, followed by Kogi at N24,558.25 and Gombe at N24,438.97.
Ogun recorded the lowest average price at N19,564.36, while Bauchi and Anambra followed at N20,178.87 and N20,511.90 respectively.
The North-West recorded the highest zonal average retail price for refilling a 12.5kg cylinder at N23,276.95, followed by the North-Central at N22,865.29, while the South-East posted the lowest average at N21,060.92.
The latest figures signal growing pressure on household energy costs, raising concerns over the implications for inflation and the cost of living in the coming months.
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