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Accord Party candidate and incumbent governor, Ademola Adeleke, has taken an early lead in the Osun State governorship election after results from 15 of the state’s 30 Local Government Areas were collated. The post BREAKING: #OsunDecides2026: Adeleke in early lead after results from 15 LGAs appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The final collation of results from the 30 local government areas of Osun State has commenced in Osogbo, the state capital, with designated INEC Returning Officers presenting the results from their respective LGAs for final approval. The post #OsunDecides2026: Final results from collation centre (LIVE UPDATES) appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Accord Party governorship candidate and incumbent Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has won his home Local Government Area, Ede North, by a wide margin in Saturday’s governorship election. The post BREAKING: #OsunDecides2026: Accord Party candidate Adeleke wins Ede North by landslide appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Accord Party has won the Iwo Local Government Area in the Osun State governorship election, defeating the All Progressives Congress (APC) by a margin of 7,425 votes. The post OsunDecides2026: Accord Party wins Iwo LG with a wide margin appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has won Obokun Local Government Area in the Osun governorship election, defeating the Accord Party by 4,097 votes, according to the result announced at the LGA collation centre. The post #OsunDecides2026: APC wins Obokun LGA appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Ademola Adeleke who is seeking re-election polled a total of 36480 to defeat his closest rival, Bola Oyebamiji of the All Progressives Congress (APC) who scored 30474 votes. The post #OsunDecides2026: Adeleke’s Accord Party wins Osogbo LGA appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Results from at least two polling units in Ife Central Local Government Area of Osun State were cancelled during the collation of results on Saturday after observers reported over-voting. The post #OsunDecides2026: INEC cancels results of some polling units in Ife Central appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Nigeria also signed a strategic cooperation agreement with LinaTech, a Chinese company specialising in advanced radiation therapy solutions. The post Nigeria partners China to expand radiotherapy capacity appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Accord Party has won Ife Central Local Government Area in Saturday’s Osun governorship election, defeating the All Progressives Congress by 5,258 votes, according to the result announced at the LGA collation centre. The post #OsunDecides2026: Accord Party wins Ife Central with landslide margin appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The centre reported operational issues with the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS), including slow processing and biometric verification problems. The post #OsunDecides2026: Governorship poll largely peaceful despite reports of vote-buying, BVAS glitches – CDD appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The transport commissioner mandated that no posters, stickers, banners, advertisements, handbills, or public notices be affixed to any bus shelter or transport infrastructure without the ministry's explicit approval. The post Enugu to punish residents who deface transport infrastructure appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Under Wike, the FCT’s domestic debt surged from N88.51 billion to N389.88 billion, catapulting Abuja from Nigeria’s ninth-lowest debtor to its second-highest, amid gaps in publicly available financial records. The post Under Wike, FCT moves from ninth-lowest to second-highest indebted in Nigeria appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
It said that the 21-day ultimatum was to address the long-standing concerns of medical and dental academics in the country and that the ultimatum would expire on 31 August. The post Medical academics issue 21-day ultimatum to FG over outstanding demands appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The statement said that the outbreak, now the largest Ebola outbreak reported in the country, has expanded from Mongbwalu health zone to 54 health zones across six provinces. The post Bundibugyo virus outbreak worsens in DRC, cases reach 4,665 – WHO appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Independent National Electoral Commission(INEC) has uploaded 87.48 per cent of expected results from the Osun State governorship election on its IReV portal. The post #OsunDecides2026: INEC uploads 87.48% of results appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Accord Party is on course to win the 2026 Osun State governorship election, with its candidate, Governor Ademola Adeleke, leading the candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Bola Oyebamiji, by more than 66,000 votes. DAILY POST’s collation of the results uploaded from the field on INEC Form EC8A shows that Accord polled 491,975 […] Osun Decides: Accord heads for victory as Adeleke leads Oyebamiji by over 66,000 votes
The European Union Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria Election Observation Hub (EU-SDGN EOH) has identified delayed commencement of voting, challenges with the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS), and gaps in election logistics as some of the major issues observed during Saturday’s Osun State governorship election. The Hub said it deployed 823 accredited observers across […] EU observers flag delayed voting, BVAS challenges in Osun election
The Accord Party candidate in the ongoing Osun State governorship election, Governor Ademola Adeleke, is currently leading in the results uploaded by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC. A recent check by DAILY POST shows that INEC has uploaded results from at least 24 of the 30 Local Government Areas in the state. Of the […] Osun Decides: Adeleke leads as INEC uploads results of 24 LGs
Benue State Governor Rev. Fr Hyacinth Alia has called for restraint and thoughtful consideration following the Federal Government’s proposal to establish pilot ranches in some states, including Benue, saying he will not take a position against the interests of the people. He maintained that every Benue person is a critical stakeholder in the collective effort […] Alia urges calm as FG proposes pilot ranches in Benue, other states
Shooting Stars have announced the departure of winger, Ismail Ayodele to Egyptian side Modern Sports Club. The Oluyole Warriors have reached agreement with the Egyptian Premier League side for permanent transfer of the player. Ayodele played a key role in Shooting Stars qualification for the CAF Confederation Cup last season. He registered four goals for […] NPFL: Shooting Stars confirm Ayodele’s move to Egyptian side Modern SC
Former Beşiktaş midfielder, Sinan Engin, has predicted that Fenerbahçe’s new striker Romelu Lukaku and Galatasaray striker, Victor Osimhen might have a friendly rivalry in the Turkish Super Lig. According to Engin, Lukaku and Osimhen had a feud in Naples during their time in the Italian Serie A. He noted that the rivalry between Galatasaray and […] Turkey: ‘They had feud in Naples’ – Engin predicts what’ll happen to Osimhen, Lukaku
Rafiu Durosinmi scored for the second consecutive game as Genk rallied to beat Westerlo 3-2 in their Belgian Pro League clash on Saturday night. The visitors took the lead through Dylan Ourega after seven minutes. Genk defender Matte Smets put the ball into his own net to make it 2-0 for Westerlo four minutes later. […] Belgium: Durosinmi scores in Genk, Westerlo’s five-goal thriller
Bayern Munich midfielder, Jamal Musiala, collapsed during his team’s pre-season friendly with RB Leipzig on Saturday. The match was being played under temperatures as high as 33 degrees. Musiala appeared to have suffered from the heat during the closing stages. The Germany international had entered the game in the second half and even scored the third […] Musiala collapses during Bayern Munich’s game with Leipzig
Ngerian music star, David Adeleke, widely known as Davido, has appealed to a member of the House of Representatives, James Faleke, to respect the decision of Osun State voters amid the ongoing collation of results from the governorship election held on August 15. In a post shared on his X account on Saturday, the music star, who […] Osun Decides: Davido urges Faleke to respect voters’ choice
African Action Congress, AAC, 2027 presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore has criticised Afrobeats singer, Davido over his political position during the ongoing Osun governorship election. Sowore made the remarks in a post on his official X handle on Saturday, August 15, 2026, accusing Davido and his family of putting their personal and political interests ahead of the […] Sowore blasts Davido over political position on Osun election
A 25-year-old suspected Islamic State West Africa Province, ISWAP, fighter has surrendered to troops in Monguno Local Government Area of Borno State after spending about eight months with the terrorist group. The development was reported by security analyst, Zagazola Makama, on Saturday, August 15, 2026, citing military sources. The surrendered fighter was identified as Ali Gambo […] Borno: 25-year-old ISWAP fighter leaves terrorist group, surrenders to troops
Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission, SEC, has ordered capital market firms to suspend dealings with financial institutions in North Korea, Iran and Myanmar. The SEC issued the directive in a circular released on Friday to listed entities and other Capital Market Regulated Entities, CMREs, citing the Financial Action Task Force, FATF. Accordingly, the SEC explained […] Nigeria’s SEC orders capital market firms to restrict dealings with Iran, two other countries
The management of the Federal Medical Centre, Jalingo, Taraba State, has disowned a recruitment notice circulating on social media, describing it as false and fraudulent. The purported announcement, titled “Federal Medical Center, Taraba State – Public Announcement,” invited members of the public to apply for the position of Mortuary Attendant. In a statement issued on Saturday by the […] FMC Jalingo warns public against fraudulent mortuary attendant recruitment
Algeria on Saturday claimed the bronze medal after beating Morocco in the CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, WAFCON, third-place final. Algeria won 3-2 on penalties after the match ended in a 1-1 draw after regulation time. Morocco started brightly and came close to opening the scoring in the 17th minute when Ibtissam Jraidi’s first-time […] WAFCON 2026: Algeria claim bronze after beating Morocco
Afrobeats superstar, Davido has alleged that Senate President Godswill Akpabio ordered the collation of the Osun State governorship election results to be stopped. Davido made this allegation known in a statement posted on his verified X handle on Saturday. This is as the results from the various polling units are being collated. DAILY POST had earlier […] Osun Decides: Akpabio has ordered stop to collation -Davido alleges
The Defence Headquarters, DHQ, has raised the alarm over an attempted unauthorised compromise of its official X account. This is contained in a statement by the Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, on Saturday. Uba said the incident was being treated as a cybersecurity matter, with appropriate technical measures activated to secure the account […] Nigerian military raises alarm over attempt to hack its X account
KudiWave Technologies Limited has challenged a ₦750.37 million debit from its account with Palmpay Limited, raising questions over the destination of the funds and the court order relied on for the transaction. The company said the transaction, valued at ₦750,369,439.04, appeared on its account on July 15, 2026, with the description “Judicial Adjustment,” but was […] KudiWave seeks clarification over N750m transfer from PalmPay account
Victor Boniface came off the bench to score the winning goal as Bayer Leverkusen defeated Newcastle United 2-1 in a pre-season friendly at the St. James’ Park on Saturday night. Ibrahim Maza gave Leverkusen the lead barely a minute after kick-off. Newcastle United, however, equalised through Malick Thiaw just before the break. Boniface replaced Mazza in the […] Friendly: Boniface fires Bayer Leverkusen to victory over Newcastle United
Bandits operating in Katsina State have reportedly confirmed the death of Biliya, a senior lieutenant to notorious bandit leader Kachalla Muhammadu, after their group came under attack by security forces in the Matazu axis. The development was reported by security analysts Zagazola Makama on Saturday, August 15, 2026, based on intelligence obtained from a conversation […] Bandit leader, Kachalla Muhammadu’s lieutenant Biliya reportedly dead
Nigerian musician, David Adeleka, also known as Davido has asked President Bola Tinubu to call members and supporters of the All Progressives Congress, APC, to order. Davido made the call in a post on his verified X handle on Saturday as sorting and announcement of election results were ongoing. His call stemmed from the allegation that ‘thugs’ […] Osun Decides: Call your people to order – Davido to Tinubu
Governor Ademola Adeleke of the Accord Party jumped into early lead over his All Progressives Congress, APC, challenger, Mr Bola Oyebamiji, in the tightly contested Osun State governorship election, last night. With results from 3,292 polling units or 87.5 percent of the 3,763 polling units uploaded by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, as of press time, Adeleke had garnered over 439,132 votes compared to Oyebamiji's 379,255 votes. The post Osun election: Adeleke leads Oyebamiji appeared first on Vanguard News.
In the first part of this report published last Sunday, Lagos residents and council chairmen traded claims on refuse heaps ‘decorating’ roads in the state. Today, the regulator of waste, Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), and refuse collectors under the aegis of PSP Operators share their perspectives. Read on. The post Inside Lagos’ waste, flood crisis (2): LAWMA, refuse collectors shift blame appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Vivian Obi For many Nigerian women, the word fibroid carries more fear than hope. It is a diagnosis often whispered among friends, discussed quietly within families, or discovered unexpectedly after years of enduring painful menstrual periods, heavy bleeding, persistent pelvic pain, or difficulty conceiving. By the time many women seek medical attention, surgery has become […] The post Beyond Surgery: Can nutrition and lifestyle help prevent Uterine Fibroids? appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Bunmi Sofola A Reader wrote: I have followed your columns way back from your Punch days when I was in the university. Most of the times, your articles are so down-to-earth they speak to me – as if you are writing about me. In one of the editions of Sunday Vanguard a few months back, […] The post ‘I regret snatching my friend’s husband’ — Reader appeared first on Vanguard News.
A scathing recent remark by the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress NDC, Mr. Peter Obi that Nigerian professors now help illiterates to rig elections in the country must have disconcerted many citizens. It is certainly a remark which keeps Nigeria quite low in the comity of nations more so as it shows the irony […] The post Election rigging: Universities should reply Obi, by Tonnie Iredia appeared first on Vanguard News.
Beloved, we thank God for life as we progress in the month of a new beginning. A new beginning means an end to old challenges, it is the time when we sing a new song, it could also mean the time that people call one by a new name. New signifies a departure from the old. […] The post Deliverance is key to a new beginning, by Funmi Komolafe appeared first on Vanguard News.
”Nobody is worth being called a friend unless he is prepared to suffer attacks on account of defending you” – Anonymous Annual tributes to former military President Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, IBB, has become a ritual; shared by several highly respected individuals than most people realize. Despite the determined efforts by the June 12 opportunists, all they […] The post GENERAL BABANGIDA AT 85: Another tribute, by Dele Sobowale appeared first on Vanguard News.
After more than two months in captivity, 14 worshippers of the Christ Apostolic Church, CAC, Eda Oniyo, Ekiti State, have regained their freedom after N25.5 million ransom was said to have been paid. The post Captors fed us with garri without water, Eda Oniyo worshippers relive horror in kidnappers’ den appeared first on Vanguard News.
Amid the current waste crisis across Lagos metropolis with the attendant health risks, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Lagos Waste Management Authority, LAWMA, in this exclusive interview, speaks on refuse heaps, infrastructure gaps, new waste management system, enforcement and the way forward for Lagos among others. The post Lagos overwhelmed by 15,000 tons of waste everyday —Gbadegesin, LAWMA boss appeared first on Vanguard News.
For decades, Ekiti State has proudly wore the badge of Nigeria’s ‘Land of Honour’, a state celebrated for producing some of the country’s finest academics, professionals, public servants and intellectuals. The post In Ekiti, students abandon school for online scam as mums form ‘Iya Omo Ologo Association’ appeared first on Vanguard News.
Accord Party is currently leading the Osun 2026 election results, with figures from 3,568 of the state’s 3,763 polling units recorded so far. The post Osun 2026: Accord leads APC as results from 94.8% of polling units are recorded appeared first on Vanguard News.
Governor Ademola Adeleke has maintained his lead in the ongoing Osun State governorship election, as results from almost all the wards across the state continue to be collated. The post Osun election: Adeleke maintains lead as 331 of 332 wards reported appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Efe Onodjae The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has uploaded 3,557 of the 3,763 polling-unit results from the Osun State governorship election on its Result Viewing Portal (IReV). As of 12:03 a.m., the uploaded results represented 94.53 per cent of the total expected results, leaving 206 polling-unit results yet to be uploaded.The latest update […] The post IReV Update: INEC uploads 3,557 Osun results as collation continues appeared first on Vanguard News.
The uploading of results from the Osun State governorship election to the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) Result Viewing Portal, IReV, has resumed after a prolonged pause earlier. The post Osun poll: IReV uploads resume, results rise to 3,482 appeared first on Vanguard News.
The US Democratic Party voted Saturday to prioritize minority-heavy states in its kick-off of 2028 presidential primaries, opening the nominating calendar in South Carolina and Nevada. The post US Democrats choose South Carolina to kick off 2028 primaries appeared first on Vanguard News.
Singer and businessman B-Red, son of Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, has expressed confidence that his father will emerge victorious in Saturday’s governorship election. The post I can see joy on my father’s face – Adeleke’s son B-Red appeared first on Vanguard News.
His comment came after INEC had uploaded 3,292 out of the 3,763 expected polling-unit results, representing 87.48 per cent of the results on the IReV platform. The post Osun election: Davido questions INEC over delay in uploading results appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Championship club have agreed a deal with Forest, with Awoniyi now undergoing his medical ahead of completing the move. The post Coventry City agree deal to sign Taiwo Awoniyi appeared first on Vanguard News.
The lmole Campaign Council, ICC, has said that the Accord Party and Governor Ademola Adeleke are in a comfortable lead in Saturday’s Osun governorship election. The post Osun election: Adeleke, Accord in comfortable lead – Imole campaign appeared first on Vanguard News.
"Three suspected IPOB/ESN members were neutralised, while all three camps were successfully overrun and destroyed to prevent their future use as operational bases." The post Troops dismantle IPOB/ESN camps in Anambra, kill 3 appeared first on Vanguard News.
Apapa Area Command of Nigeria Customs Service achieves a record N323bn revenue in July 2026, the highest monthly collection ever. Learn about the factors d Read More: https://punchng.com/apapa-customs-record-n323bn-july-revenue-collection/
Air Peace claims a $42m revenue loss from repeated aircraft damage by ground handlers. Learn how poor aircraft handling impacts Nigeria’s largest airline. Read More: https://punchng.com/air-peace-alleges-42m-loss-to-poor-aircraft-handling/
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Nigerian Army troops intercepted a courier with 180 Super Power explosives in Zamfara, preventing their delivery to terrorists. Read More: https://punchng.com/army-intercepts-courier-with-180-explosives-in-zamfara-2/
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Borno State Police Command recovers a hand grenade from a drainage slab in Maiduguri. Investigation ongoing to ascertain the origin of the Borno grenade. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-recover-grenade-from-borno-drainage/
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The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) confirms its official X account was compromised in an attempted cyberattack. Learn about the security measures taken. Read More: https://punchng.com/hackers-target-dhq-social-media-account/
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Balmoral Promotions and Stamina For Sale launch a new boxing academy in Nigeria to develop the next generation of Nigerian boxing talent. Discover more her Read More: https://punchng.com/balmoral-stamina-launch-boxing-academy-in-nigeria/
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Victor Osimhen hints at a potential move to Arsenal, giving the Gunners a “green light” amidst transfer speculation. Read more on Punch Sports Extra. Read More: https://punchng.com/osimhen-gives-arsenal-transfer-green-light/
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Young squash players, Khadijat and Abdul Hamid Durosinlorun, emerged champions at the annual Ikoyi Club 1938 Squashtival tournament. Read More: https://punchng.com/young-squash-players-shine-at-ikoyi-club-tourney/
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UBEC rehabilitates the Alternative High School for Girls in Agboju, Lagos, offering a second chance at education for dropout girls and young women. Read More: https://punchng.com/ubec-rehabilitates-lagos-school-for-dropout-girls/
A Nigerian podcaster is suing major telcos and DStv for N50bn over alleged consumer rights violations, challenging data expiry and subscription models. Read More: https://punchng.com/podcaster-sues-telcos-dstv-over-consumer-rights-violations/
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Islamic leaders caution against anti-Christian rhetoric regarding the Muslim-Muslim ticket, urging Nigerians to prioritize competence and national unity. Read More: https://punchng.com/muslim-muslim-ticket-islamic-leaders-warn-against-anti-christian-rhetoric/
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SUNDAY 16 AUGUST 2026 OSUN GOVERNORSHIP ELECTION RESULTS 2026 (As announced by INEC) S/N LGA ACCORD ADC APC WINNER 1 Aiyedaade
Governor Ademola Adeleke, candidate of the Accord Party in the Osun governorship election held on Saturday, has recorded early lead in the results announced so far by the Independent National
Politics has never been about occupying an office or enjoying the privileges that come with public positions for Mayor Dele Osinowo, the APC House of Representatives candidate for Kosofe Federal
Mr Frank Olize, the legendary broadcaster, was one of those who made NTA tick in the 1980s and 1990s. He once travelled around the country in search of the “common
Chuks Okocha in Abuja The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has raised the alarm over what he described as the President Bola Tinubu administration’s excessive
Travellers entering or leaving the United Kingdom with large amounts of money may be required to declare it to customs authorities before or upon arrival. Under UK customs rules, anyone
Festus Akanbi Nigerian banks are steadily redirecting credit towards agriculture and other emerging areas of the economy, with lending to the agricultural sector rising to N3.86 trillion in March 2026.
• Monitors Lebanon, Monaco, Others Kayode Tokede The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has directed all capital market regulated entities to terminate correspondent banking relationships and restrict business dealings involving
Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja The Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, has said President Bola Tinubu has transformed states across the country into construction sites through massive infrastructure development. Umahi
Governor Ademola Adeleke, candidate of the Accord Party in the Osun governorship election held on Saturday has won in Orolu, Osogbo, Oriade, Odo-Otin and Ife East, bringing the number of
James Emejo in Abuja The Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD) said it has disbursed ₦3.82 billion in accrued pension arrears to 30,356 pensioners under the Defined Benefit Scheme (DBS), as
Chuks Okocha in Abuja The presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr. Peter Obi, has urged the federal government to intensify efforts to protect lives and property following
ons and ammunition were also recovered. He said troops arrested suspected logistics facilitators in Adamawa and Borno states, including five suspected terrorist collaborators and cattle rustlers at a checkpoint along
Wale Igbintade Amnesty International Nigeria has called for an urgent investigation into alleged inflammatory remarks attributed to Senator Francis Fadahunsi ahead of the Osun State governorship election. The organisation made
Hammed Shittu in Ilorin The opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State has set up a reconciliation committee to resolve lingering internal disagreements, strengthen unity and reposition the party
The Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) has completed its review of Nigeria’s revenue allocation formula and concluded work on the review of salaries and allowances for political and public office
David-Chyddy Eleke in Awka A billionaire businessman and Chairman of Jezco Group, Chief Joseph Ezeokafor, who was kidnapped alongside a reverend sister by yet-to-be-identified gunmen at Ifite-Awka, Awka South Local Government
Okon Bassey in Uyo Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, is set to take delivery of lbom Air’s latest brand-new Airbus A220 aircraft after pre-inspection of the facility in
• Idigbe commended for digital radio initiative Omon-Julius Onabu in Asaba Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State; the Asagba of Asaba, His Royal Majesty, Prof. Epiphany Azinge (SAN); media mogul
SUNDAY 16 AUGUST 2026 4:45AM Collation Underway at INEC Scretariat in Osogbo IWO Accord 27,085ADC 588APC 19,660 ATAKUMOSA WEST Accord 7,479ADC 213APC 10,037 IFELODUN Accord 21,107ADC 509APC 18,396 IFE EAST
Candidate of the All Progressives Congress in the Osun governorship election held on Saturday, Mr Bola Oyebamiji, has won in four out of the 15 local government results announced so
Governor Ademola Adeleke, candidate of the Accord Party in the Osun governorship election held on Saturday, has won in four out of the eight local government results announced by INEC
The appointments are outrageous and wasteful The recent appointment of 4,800 special assistants by Governor Lucky Okpebholo of Edo State as part of efforts to deepen the participation of All
For the National Assembly to impose N50,000 fines on preachers in the Federal Road Safety Corps (Amendment) Bill, 2026, at a time that the federal government is facing allegations of
Finally, the Nigeria Police Force has belatedly summoned the senator representing Osun East Senatorial District, Francis Fadahunsi, for questioning over a controversial statement he made during an All Progressives Congress
…Says elections are contests of ideas, service, will of the people The Kogi State Chapter of the People’s Democratic Party read more Kogi PDP rejects N150m presidential campaign signage fee
The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has cautioned members and supporters of the Accord Party against read more Osun APC warns against circulation of alleged AI-generated guber results
Voter inducement emerged as the most widespread integrity concern during Saturday’s Osun State governorship election, with reports or allegations recorded read more Osun poll: Vote-buying allegations outpace other election-day concerns — CJID
Ademola Adeleke,Osun State Governor has called on President Bola Tinubu to intervene directly to prevent opposition politicians from disrupting or read more Adeleke urges federal intervention over collation risks
As of 10:45pm, unofficial tally puts Accord party’s Ademola Adeleke on a strong footing ahead of APC’s Bola Oyebamiji with read more Osun decides: LIVE UPDATES
X account of Nigerian military headquarters hacked – Official Premium Times Nigeria
Nigeria must export better, not more under China zero-tariff — FG Punch Newspapers
China Approves RMB200m Grant To Support Nigeria’s Economic Development Channels Television
Evaluating Nigeria – China bilateral relationship The Guardian Nigeria News
As petrol prices soar, electric bikes gain ground in Nigeria Al Jazeera
World Cup dream over: Six major takeaways from Nigeria’s painful defeat to South Africa Premium Times Nigeria
South Africa end Nigeria’s Women’s World Cup hope, Ghana beat Ivory Coast Al Jazeera
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US: Nigeria joint working group discussed Christian protection, accountability thecable.ng
Nigeria, U.S. conclude talks to deepen counter-terrorism cooperation The Guardian Nigeria News
US Nigeria meeting: Country of particular concern tag remain as NSA Ribadu visit Washington BBC
President Tinubu Urges Diaspora To Invest In Nigeria Channels Television
Tinubu woos diaspora capital, says Nigeria now ready for investment The Guardian Nigeria News
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Beer culture evolves as Nigerians seek variety The Guardian Nigeria News
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Nigeria’s SEC orders capital market firms to restrict dealings with Iran, two other countries Daily Post Nigeria
Osun election result: Adeleke, Oyebamiji, ADC Osun governorship election result across 30 LGAs BBC
Nigeria Going Through Wildlife Crisis, Lost Over 70% Of Elephants, Pangolins To Illegal Trafficking, Poaching Sahara Reporters
Nigeria’s Diversity Is Our Strength, Unity Must Remain Our Greatest Asset – Information Minister Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation
South Africa Vs Nigeria: Nnadozie Retained As Oshoala, Ordega Make Starting XI Channels Television
Nigeria’s universities must turn Degrees into capacity, innovation and economic value — Oluwaseun Ajayi Tribune Online
Nigeria partners China to expand radiotherapy capacity Premium Times Nigeria
South Africa beat Nigeria: Super Falcons lost to Bayana Bayana, Ghana qualify for intercontinetal play-offs BBC
Why Osun’s election matters for Nigeria’s 2027 vote Al Jazeera
IBB: No Successful Coup in Nigeria Without Civilian Backing THISDAYLIVE
South Africa anti-immigration protests: 'We neva receive any request' - Nigeria react to South Africa request for pay back ova repatriated citizens BBC
Dickson raises concern over monetisation of Nigerian elections Premium Times Nigeria
Nigeria’s Costly Refinery Obsession THISDAYLIVE
Ten police and 17 ‘bandits’ killed in firefight in northwestern Nigeria Al Jazeera
#OsunDecides2026: INEC uploads 87.48% of results Premium Times Nigeria
Refining the possibilities in Nigeria’s chequered social cohesion, By Adéwálé Àjàdí Premium Times Nigeria
Under Wike, FCT moves from ninth-lowest to second-highest indebted in Nigeria Premium Times Nigeria
Rwanda: Security Expert Urges Nigeria To Avoid Ethnic Religious Crisis The Guardian Nigeria News
PRESIDENT TINUBU URGES NIGERIANS IN DIASPORA TO INVEST IN THE COUNTRY The State House, Abuja
Thousands of couples marry in Nigeria's Kano State DW.com
Don Cautions Nigerian Youths Against Overdependence On AI News Agency of Nigeria
NDA intelligence expert warns Nigeria risks Rwanda-style crisis The Sun Nigeria
Nigeria’s dollar millionaires rise for first time in four years Business News Nigeria
Nigeria Targets Local Production Of Cancer Equipment By 2030 – Salako News Agency of Nigeria
Nigeria’s Productivity Challenge: What if better data is part of the answer? Business News Nigeria
Nigeria, Africa won’t transform by accident — Igbuzor The Guardian Nigeria News
How Nigeria’s Cloud Migration Mandate Is Forcing Hard Decisions in Financial Services Encomium Magazine
100 GSM digital Nigeria pioneers: Players who made the revolution Realnews Magazine
Lessons for Nigeria from US’ Reopening of Murder Cases THISDAYLIVE
Scholars Urge Stronger Nigeria-China Partnership On Technology News Agency of Nigeria
China grants RMB 200m to boost Nigeria’s economy, says Amb Dunhai The Guardian Nigeria News
Umahi: Tinubu Has Turned Nigeria into Construction Site with Massive Projects THISDAYLIVE
Ebonyi inaugurates task force to tackle illegal mining Premium Times Nigeria
Hackers Hijack Nigerian Military’s X Account, Push Crypto Scam The Whistler Newspaper
Bala Wunti And The Energy Future Nigeria Must Build Secrets Reporters
Economists back US, fault Nigeria’s fiscal transparency Punch Newspapers
Nigeria, China Strengthen Partnership on Health Innovation Voice of Nigeria
India attaches very high importance to its relationship with Nigeria – Chockalingam Vanguard News
Makinde-backed group urges Nigerians to seek better leadership The Guardian Nigeria News
China imports from Nigeria surge 80% to $2.3bn under zero-tariff regime Business News Nigeria
Oba Elegushi Leads Royalty and Power Brokers to Abuja for Nigeria Golf Summit THISDAYLIVE
Nigeria needs economic development, religious tolerance, national unity, not division – Prince Ewenla Vanguard News
Nigeria vs Cameroon highlights: Cameroon beat Super Falcons for Wafcon second round match BBC
Nigeria’s Junior YellowGreens Secure Promotion Back to ICC U19 Div. One THISDAYLIVE
How Nigeria built 101,000km of fibre that bypasses 130m Nigerians Business News Nigeria
Nigerian Army Lauds NDA Cadets Warfare Training Skills Voice of Nigeria
Former AD Chieftains Meet In Abuja, Reflect On Nigeria’s Future LEADERSHIP Newspapers
Julius Rone Sets September Target for Nigeria’s First Floating LNG Plant THISDAYLIVE
Atiku Accuses Tinubu of Failing Fiscal Transparency Test, Suffocating Nigerians with Excessive Taxation THISDAYLIVE
Nigerian military raises alarm over attempt to hack its X account Daily Post Nigeria
After a deadly raid, a displaced Nigerian mother finds a lifeline in sewing Al Jazeera
SMEDAN Launches New Product to Empower Young Entrepreneurs Voice of Nigeria
Tinubu Woos Diaspora Nigerians to Invest in Nigeria THISDAYLIVE
Pan-African wildlife series premieres in Nigeria with focus on conservation thecable.ng
Martial Arts: WUMAFP to launch 40-day pilot training in Nigeria The Guardian Nigeria News
India Offers Nigeria Power-Sector Technology To Drive Industrial Growth Arise News
Nigeria targets local production of cancer equipment by 2030 Peoples Gazette Nigeria
Nigeria Hosts African Women Business Expo in Calabar Voice of Nigeria
Nigeria Football Federation and the failed hope Blueprint Newspapers
Can Nigeria Take Ownership of Its HIV Funding and Response as Donor Funding Continues to Contract? Medium
Philippines Offers Nigeria Gender Equality Blueprint, Links Compliance to Govt Funding THISDAYLIVE
BATN demands bigger investment in Nigeria’s youth The Sun Nigeria
US to impose $20,000 visa bond on Nigeria, other African nations Vanguard News
SEC Admits Blockchain.com Into Regulatory Sandbox For Nigeria’s Digital Asset Market Arise News
Balmoral, Stamina Launch Boxing Academy in Nigeria Punch Newspapers
Nigeria is a mere geographical expression The Sun Nigeria
Nigeria’s year of women in law TheNiche
Nigeria: Military headquarters’ X account hacked Blueprint Newspapers
