APC Bauchi chapter welcomes over 150,000 new members
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The new members were received as the party’s statewide membership surge continues The post APC Bauchi chapter welcomes over 150,000 new members appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Sokoto police confirmed the Friday attack on Kebbe town and said reinforcements had been deployed, while the Army declined to confirm reports that four soldiers were killed. The post Police confirm terrorist attack in Sokoto appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Mr Obi said Mr Adeleke's victory reaffirmed that the power to choose leaders belongs to the people. The post #OsunDecides2026: Obi hails Governor Adeleke’s re-election appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The re-elected governor described his victory as an endorsement of his administration’s work and said he expects his APC challenger to accept the result. The post Tinubu called to congratulate me on Osun victory, I expect Oyebamiji to do same — Adeleke appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The opposition political leaders said the outcome reflected the choice of Osun voters and urged the governor to justify the renewed mandate. The post Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso, Saraki congratulate Adeleke on Osun re-election appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
PREMIUM TIMES journalist Abdulkareem Mojeed has been selected as one of six journalists globally for the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) COP17 Media Reporting Fellowship in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. The post PREMIUM TIMES journalist, five others selected for UNCCD COP17 Media Fellowship in Mongolia appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
An analysis of INEC's IReV portal performance during the 2026 Osun governorship election, highlighting transmission progress and identifying critical transparency gaps that must be addressed to ensure electoral readiness for the 2027 general elections. The post ANALYSIS: IReV Performance in the 2026 Osun Governorship Election appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
From match-winning goals and assists to a long-awaited return from injury, the weekend provided plenty of encouragement for Nigeria’s international stars and those hoping to break into Eric Chelle’s Super Eagles squad The post Boniface, Chukwueze, Adams shine as Nigerians set Europe aglow ahead of new season appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Afrobeats star shared a brief celebratory message and video on X after the Osun governor was declared the winner of Saturday’s governorship election. The post Davido celebrates Adeleke’s victory in Osun governorship election appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Residents celebrated Governor Ademola's victory and expressed satisfaction over the peaceful conduct of Saturday's election. The post #OsunDecides2026: Adeleke’s victory sparks jubilation in Osogbo, Ile-Ife, Ede appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Mr Kubiangha said the corps members adhered to instructions, operational guidelines and safety advisories issued during the sensitisation tour of the local government areas. The post #OsunDecides20226: NYSC hails corps members’ discipline, commitment during poll appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Governor Adeleke, who hails from Ede, defeated his closest challenger, Bola Oyebamiji of the All Progressives Congress (APC), and 13 other candidates in the keenly contested election. The post #OsunDecides2026: Jubilation in Adeleke’s hometown appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The advocate, Steve Aluko, alleged that some officers are owed as much as 15 months in unpaid allowances The post Immigration officers in foreign missions owed allowances, advocate seeks Tinubu’s intervention appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Justice Faruk Bunza stated that his abductors held him at a camp in Suru LGA and appeared to have prior knowledge of potential targets. The post Freed Kebbi judge recognises bandits’ hideout appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The incumbent governor defeated his closest challenger, Bola Oyebamiji of the APC, by 66,252 votes after polling 511,067 votes across the state. The post UPDATED: #OsunDecides2026: INEC declares Accord’s Ademola Adeleke winner of governorship election appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has congratulated Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on his re-election. In two different posts on X on Sunday, Keyamo also acknowledged Adeleke’s public endorsement of President Bola Tinubu’s bid for a second term in office in 2027. He stressed the importance of honouring political agreements. Keyamo said, […] Osun Decides: Agreement is agreement – Keyamo reminds Adeleke after victory
A Chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and convener of the Alternative, Otunba Segun Showunmi, has declared that the re-election of Governor Ademola Adeleke in Osun has proven that federal influence and Abuja politics can no longer override goodwill earned through performance at the grassroots. Showunmi in a statement on Sunday, said the Osun […] Osun Guber: Federal might, Abuja influence cannot override public goodwill – Showunmi
The Senior Pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Center, DIGC Dr Paul Enenche has challenged the Nigerian government to conduct a credible population census to determine the largest religion in the country. Pastor Enenche spoke on Sunday while reacting to the recent controversial remarks by a popular Islamic cleric, Sheikh Yahya Jingir, who claimed that Muslims outnumber Christians […] Jingir: Enenche challenges govt on population census to determine largest religion in Nigeria
The African Action Congress, AAC, presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has alleged that afrobeats superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido blocked him on X because his message hit him too hard. Sowore made this allegation in a post on his verified X handle on Sunday. He said Davido cannot endorse a failure like President Bola Tinubu. […] Osun: You blocked me because my message hit too hard – Sowore to Davido
The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has said it is studying the results of the 2026 governorship election across the 332 wards in the state before deciding its next line of action. The party disclosed this in a statement issued on Sunday by its Director of Media and Information, Kola Olabisi, following the […] Osun Guber: We are studying election results, considering legal action — APC
The Osun State Police Command has urged supporters of political parties to celebrate the outcome of the 2026 governorship election responsibly and within the bounds of the law. The Commissioner of Police, Election, CP Samuel Erale Etaifo, made the appeal in a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abiodun Ojelabi, on Sunday. The […] Osun Election: Don’t break the law in your celebrations – Police warn supporters
Vice presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Rabiu Kwankwaso, says no one can defeat the Peter Obi-Rabiu Kwankwaso ticket on the badis of credibility. Kwankwaso stated this on Sunday in Abuja when he featured on the News Agency of Nigeria Personality Interview Series. The former Kano State governor pointed out that the combination of Obi […] 2027: ‘No one can beat Obi-Kwankwaso ticket on credibility’ – Kwankwaso
Yiaga Africa has recommended a comprehensive post-election audit of the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System, BVAS, and stronger security coordination ahead of the 2027 general elections. This recommendation is coming after Yiaga Africa’s observation of the 2026 Osun State governorship election. The organisation made the recommendations on Sunday in its Process and Results Verification Statement delivered by the […] Osun Election: Yiaga Africa calls for BVAS audit, improved security ahead 2027 polls
A 48-year-old businessman, Nwankwo Innocent Onyebuchi, has been arrested by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, MMIA, Lagos, while allegedly attempting to travel to New Delhi, India, with 1.550 kilograms of cocaine concealed in his luggage. Onyebuchi, who deals in marbles in Lagos, was arrested at […] Businessman sells assets to finance N23m cocaine deal, arrested at Lagos airport
Former Manchester City defender, Joleon Lescott, has tipped Arsenal win the Premier League title this season. The Gunners are the current champions after finishing seven points ahead City last term. Lescott admits it is hard to win the crown in consecutive seasons but believes the continuity in Mikel Arteta’s squad will be an advantage. “It […] EPL: ‘Difficult to win back-to-back titles – Lescott predicts champions
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has reaffirmed his endorsement of President Bola Tinubu for the 2027 general elections. Speaking after his declaration as winner of the just concluded governorship election, Adeleke said President Tinubu is a son of Osun State. Adeleke appreciated Tinubu for what he described as a free, fair and credible election. “At […] Tinubu is Osun son, I endorse him for 2027 – Adeleke speaks after victory
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested several suspected drug traffickers and intercepted large quantities of illicit substances during operations conducted in several states. The agency’s spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, announced the developments in a statement issued on Sunday. In Oyo State, NDLEA personnel conducting surveillance on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway stopped a Toyota Sienna and […] NDLEA arrests 70-year-old, others in multi-state operations
The Lagos State governorship candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement, APM, Prince Laja Adeoye, has described Governor Ademola Adeleke’s victory in the Osun State governorship election as evidence that a determined electorate can resist political pressure and uphold its choice through the ballot. Adeoye, in a congratulatory statement issued on Sunday, said the outcome of […] Osun Election: Adeleke’s victory shows voters can resist political pressure – Laja Adeoye
The lawmaker representing Ikeja Federal Constituency of Lagos State at the House of Representatives, James Faleke, has replied Afrobeats superstar, Davido, over allegations of influencing the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, in the just concluded governorship election in Osun State. In a post on his verified X handle on Sunday, the lawmaker who supported the All […] Osun Decides: ‘Face your music, leave politics’ — Faleke replies Davido
Former Minister of Sports and Youths Development, Solomon Dalung, says President Bola Tinubu was not neutral as believed in the just concluded governorship election in Osun State. In a post on his verified Facebook page on Sunday, Dalung said the political atmosphere forced the President not to interfere in the exercise. He said the election may […] Osun Decides: Tinubu not neutral, political atmosphere forced him – Solomon Dalung
The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has warned President Bola Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress, APC, after Governor Ademola Adeleke won the Osun governorship election. The party said Adeleke’s victory was a message ahead of the 2027 general election, accusing the APC of deploying what it described as its “rigging machinery” in an attempt to […] Osun Election: PDP warns Tinubu after Adeleke’s victory
United States President, Donald Trump, has stopped Temporary Protected Status, TPS, for nationals of Cameroon, Ethiopia, Somalia and South Sudan living in the US. The development was disclosed in updated information on the US Citizenship and Immigration Services, USCIS, website. According to the USCIS, the move is part of a wider rollback of the humanitarian […] Trump ends temporary protection status for four African countries [FULL LIST]
Nigeria’s Falconets will face Poland and Korea Republic in friendlies ahead of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup, DAILY POST reports. Moses Aduku’s side are currently preparing for the biennial competition in Abuja. The Falconets are expected to travel to Poland for their final preparations on Monday, 24 August. The two friendlies will help the […] U-20 WWC: Falconets gear up with Poland, Korea friendlies
El-Kanemi Warriors assistant coach, Ishaq Hussain Goni, says that the team will be ready for the new season, DAILY POST reports. The Borno Army were relegated from the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, last season. El-Kanemi Warriors, however, won the 2026 President Federation Cup. Goni boasted that they have selected good players who will represent […] NNL: El-Kanemi Warriors will be ready for the new season – Goni
An Israeli strategic advisor, Noga Arbel, has called for the freedom of Biafra while slamming the United Kingdom for its support for ‘colonialism’ in Nigeria during a programme aired on Israel’s Channel 14 television station. Reacting to the development, the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, described the programme aired on August 14, 2026, as a formal […] IPOB reacts as Israeli advisor calls for Biafra freedom, end to British influence in Nigeria
Several countries around the world do not issue or use a currency of their own, instead relying on the money of another country or adopting a widely recognised currency such as the US dollar or euro. The post 5 countries that have no official national currency appeared first on Vanguard News.
Following the outcome of the just-concluded governorship election in Osun State, the All Progressives Congress, APC, has disclosed that it is studying the results before determining the next line of action. The post Osun poll: We’re studying results across 332 wards – APC appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Governor of Ekiti State, Biodun Oyebanji, has congratulated Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, on his re-election for another term of office following his victory in Saturday’s Osun State governorship election. The post Oyebanji felicitates Adeleke on re-election, hails Tinubu appeared first on Vanguard News.
Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau, NSIB, has disclosed that it is working with the Presidency to develop a more sustainable funding framework for the agency. The post Presidency, NSIB craft new funding model appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, Abia State University, ABSU, Uturu Branch, has rejected the suspension of one of its members, Professor Nnamdi Nwaeze, describing the action as unacceptable and vowing to sustain its ongoing indefinite strike until the suspended academic is recalled. The post ASUU rejects ABSU lecturer’s suspension, vows to sustain strike appeared first on Vanguard News.
Nigeria is stepping up efforts to break its longstanding dependence on imported military hardware as the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria D7G (DICON-D7G) advances plans to establish local production lines for armoured vehicles, anti-drone platforms and other specialised defence equipment. The post Nigeria targets local production of armoured vehicles, anti-drone systems appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Plateau State Police Command has arrested and detained a police officer who allegedly shot an unarmed trader in the leg at a checkpoint in Riyom Local Government Area of the state. The post Plateau police arrest officer over shooting of trader appeared first on Vanguard News.
Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has thanked Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, for publicly reaffirming his support for President Bola Tinubu’s bid for re-election in 2027. Keyamo reacted to Adeleke’s endorsement in a post on X, describing the governor as a “man of integrity and honour.” “Thank you, Governor Ademola Adeleke, for […] The post ‘Agreement is agreement’ — Keyamo thanks Adeleke for endorsing Tinubu’s re-election appeared first on Vanguard News.
The President also said the re‑election of Governor Adeleke is a fitting assurance that democracy will continue to flourish in the country under the All Progressives Congress administration. The post Tinubu to Adeleke: ‘Your victory confirms Osun people’s confidence in you’ appeared first on Vanguard News.
He wished the governor success in his second term, urging him to unite the people of the state irrespective of their political affiliations. The post ‘I wish him great success’ — Tinubu congratulates Adeleke, commends INEC appeared first on Vanguard News.
Arsenal and Manchester City will begin their 2026/27 campaign on Sunday when they take on each other in the Community Shield at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium. The post Arsenal face Man City in Community Shield as Maresca begins new era appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Nwafor Sunday Former Bayelsa State Governor, Henry Seriake Dickson; Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo; former Senator Ben Murray-Bruce; and other political figures have congratulated Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on his victory in Saturday’s governorship election. The politicians, in separate messages on X on Sunday, described Adeleke’s re-election as significant for […] The post Triumph against tyranny: Dickson, Keyamo, Murray-Bruce, Dino, Rhodes-Vivour congratulate Adeleke appeared first on Vanguard News.
The governor, who had earlier endorsed Tinubu for another term, commended the President for what he described as his support for a free and fair governorship election in the state. The post 2027: Gov Adeleke reaffirms support for Tinubu’s re-election appeared first on Vanguard News.
— Says poll offers Nigeria roadmap for peaceful, credible elections By Chioma Obinna The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) on Sunday commended the people of Osun State for their courage and vigilance during Saturday’s governorship election, saying the largely peaceful conduct of the poll offers Nigeria a roadmap for credible elections. In a […] The post Osun election: HURIWA commends voters, INEC, security agencies, condemns vote buying appeared first on Vanguard News.
Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has congratulated Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on his re-election, describing the outcome as a victory for democracy and the people of the state. Tambuwal, in a statement posted on his X handle on Sunday, said the election had provided the people of Osun with […] The post ‘Democracy has won’: Tambuwal congratulates Adeleke appeared first on Vanguard News.
Davido had, during the collation of the election results in Osogbo on Saturday, accused Faleke of putting pressure on INEC to alter the outcome of the poll. The post I can’t influence INEC, face your music — Faleke replies Davido appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Chinedu Adonu ENUGU — A Catholic priest, Rev. Fr. Valentine Chimaobi Nwajiagu, was allegedly attacked on Sunday by a member of the Knights of St. John International, Sir Iyke Nwatakwocha, at St. Anthony Catholic Church, New GRA, Trans-Ekulu, Enugu East Local Government Area of Enugu State. The incident reportedly occurred shortly after the 6 […] The post Catholic priest allegedly attacked after Mass in Enugu appeared first on Vanguard News.
Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has approved N1 million each to 31 indigenes of the state who recently returned from South Africa. The post Otti approves N1m each for 31 Abia returnees from S’Africa appeared first on Vanguard News.
Peterside raised the concerns in a post on X on Sunday, a day after INEC declared Governor Ademola Adeleke of the Accord Party winner of the election. The post Osun election: Atedo Peterside questions INEC over ‘missing results’ from 62 polling units appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Ayo Onikoyi Nollywood actress and entrepreneur Sarah Martins has spoken in support of women who choose to undergo body enhancement procedures, saying such decisions can help boost their confidence and self-esteem. Martins, who spoke in an interview with Potpourri, said women should be free to make choices about their bodies if those choices help […] The post Nothing kills women faster than low self-esteem! — Sarah Martins appeared first on Vanguard News.
Young Borno girls, married as teenagers, are appealing to the government for support to access Western education and redefine their future aspirations. Read More: https://punchng.com/we-crave-western-education-borno-girls-who-married-as-teenagers-seek-govt-support/
The Osun APC is studying the governorship election results across all wards, hinting at potential legal action. Stay updated on the Osun Election Results. Read More: https://punchng.com/osundecides2026-we-are-studying-election-results-says-apc/
Wrexham’s Hollywood owners, Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, reaffirm their ambition for the club to reach the Premier League after narrowly missing a pla Read More: https://punchng.com/hollywood-duo-underline-premier-league-ambition-for-wrexham/
Iran’s military announced a $30,000 bounty for killing or capturing US soldiers, doubled for women. Learn more about this controversial Iran US bounty. Read More: https://punchng.com/iran-offers-30000-bounty-for-killing-capturing-us-soldiers/
AAC governorship candidate Olajide Esan, after his defeat in OsunDecides2026, vows his movement will return stronger, criticising money in politics. Read More: https://punchng.com/osundecides2026-aac-candidate-vows-to-return-stronger-after-defeat/
A political group, G-100, urges opposition parties to adopt Governor Adeleke’s Osun election template for unity and victory in the 2027 general elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-poll-group-urges-opposition-to-adopt-adelekes-victory-template-for-2027/
Festus Keyamo congratulates Governor Ademola Adeleke on his historic re-election in the Osun Election 2026, emphasizing the importance of political agreeme Read More: https://punchng.com/osundecides2026-keyamo-congratulates-adeleke-says-agreement-is-agreement/
INEC has officially closed its Osun election situation room after the governorship poll, with Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan commending staff and looking ah Read More: https://punchng.com/inec-closes-osun-election-situation-room-prepares-for-2027/
Ogun PDP chieftains Oladipupo Adebutu and Segun Showunmi congratulate Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election, calling his victory a win for democracy. Read More: https://punchng.com/adebutu-ogun-pdp-chieftain-hail-adeleke-on-osun-governorship-victory/
Rabiu Kwankwaso asserts the Peter Obi-Rabiu Kwankwaso ticket is unbeatable for the 2027 presidential election, citing their credibility and capacity. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-obi-ticket-unbeatable-in-credibility-capacity-kwankwaso/
Violence erupts in western Kenya ahead of an opposition rally, raising concerns about political thuggery and security as national polls approach. Read More: https://punchng.com/violence-erupts-in-western-kenya-ahead-of-opposition-rally/
Anambra State Commissioner of Police introduces checkpoint monitoring to curb police extortion and harassment, ensuring accountability and professionalism. Read More: https://punchng.com/anambra-cp-introduces-checkpoint-monitoring-to-curb-police-extortion/
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke assures residents he will not disappoint them after his re-election, promising to consolidate achievements and correct Read More: https://punchng.com/ill-not-disappoint-you-adeleke-tells-osun-residents-after-re-election/
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde congratulates Ademola Adeleke on his re-election as Osun State Governor, stating that the will of the voters prevailed. Read More: https://punchng.com/osundecides2026-makinde-congratulates-adeleke-says-voters-will-prevailed/
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke reaffirms his endorsement of President Bola Tinubu for a second term in 2027, calling him an “Osun son.” Read More: https://punchng.com/adeleke-reaffirms-endorsement-of-tinubu-for-2027-calls-him-osun-son/
President Tinubu congratulates Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election in Osun State, stating the victory reflects the people’s will and strengthens de Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-congratulates-adeleke-says-victory-reflects-peoples-will/
A truck driver was jailed for one month after FRSC marshals found 15 passengers dangerously concealed under his truck’s cover. Read more on this incident. Read More: https://punchng.com/15-passengers-found-hidden-under-truck-cover-driver-jailed/
APM candidate Prince Laja Adeoye says determined Osun election voters defeated APC, sending a message that political power cannot override the will of the Read More: https://punchng.com/osundecides2026-apm-candidate-says-determined-voters-defeated-apc/
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke thanks President Tinubu for his role in the Osun election and expects a congratulatory call from Bola Oyebamiji. Read More: https://punchng.com/osundecides2026-adeleke-thanks-tinubu-says-he-expects-oyebamijis-congratulatory-call/
See the full list of Osun election results for the 2026 governorship race. Discover how all 15 candidates performed and who won the election. Read More: https://punchng.com/osundecides2026-full-list-how-all-15-gov-candidates-performed/
Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour congratulates Osun voters on Governor Ademola Adeleke’s re-election in the Osun Election 2026, calling it a triumph against tyranny. Read More: https://punchng.com/osundecides2026-rhodes-vivour-hails-voters-spectacular-triumph-against-tyranny/
The NDLEA arrested an India-bound businessman with cocaine at Lagos airport and recovered N3.6bn worth of drugs in various operations across Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/ndlea-arrests-india-bound-businessman-with-cocaine-recovers-n3-6bn-drugs-in-lagos/
President Bola Tinubu reportedly congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke on his victory in the Osun Election 2026 before INEC’s official declaration. Read More: https://punchng.com/osundecides2026-tinubu-congratulated-adeleke-before-inec-declared-osun-result-campaign-spokesperson/
The US has ended Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nationals of Somalia, South Sudan, Cameroon, and Ethiopia. Find out what this means for beneficiaries Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-us-ends-temporary-protection-for-four-african-countries/
Lagos LP Secretary, Sam Okpala, states the Labour Party will begin full mobilisation for the 2027 general elections after a crucial court judgment. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-lp-will-begin-mobilisation-after-court-judgment-lagos-secretary/
Ademola Adeleke of the Accord party has been declared the winner of the Osun State governorship election, securing another term in office. Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-inec-declares-adeleke-winner-of-osun-gov-poll/
Peter Obi and Bukola Saraki congratulate Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election in Osun State, highlighting the people’s power and democratic victory. Read More: https://punchng.com/obi-saraki-congratulate-adeleke-on-re-election/
Rabiu Kwankwaso congratulates Governor Ademola Adeleke on his Osun election victory under the Accord Party, commending Osun citizens and INEC. Read More: https://punchng.com/osundecides2026-kwankwaso-congratulates-adeleke-on-osun-election-victory/
Atiku Abubakar congratulates Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election as Osun State Governor, stating his victory reflects the people’s choice. Read More: https://punchng.com/osundecides2026-adelekes-victory-reflects-osun-peoples-choice-atiku/
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Kuni Tyessi in Abuja The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has launched a renewed effort to bring girls, who left school, back into classrooms, with a focus on teenage mothers
Blessing Ibunge in Port Harcourt Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, will on Monday, begin the inauguration of 10 new major people-oriented projects across the state as part of his administration’s
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has said its leadership is currently studying the results of Saturday’s governorship election. This is contained in a statement by the APC
Michael Olugbode in Abuja The Federal Government has declared that Nigeria’s growing engagement with its diaspora and strategic international partners will be central to its efforts to strengthen national security,
Yinka Kolawole in Osogbo Osun State Governor Ademola Ademola has appealed for restoration of peace and unity among the people to heal the wounds of pre-election violence even as he
.Tasks him to unite Osun people for growth, stability, socio-economic progress .Lauds INEC, security agencies for conducting a peaceful, transparent poll Deji Elumoye in Abuja President Bola Tinubu on Sunday
Governor Ademola Adeleke, candidate of the Accord Party, has won the Osun governorship election held on Saturday, winning …. 19 of the 30 local governments. He polled 511,067 votes to
Governor Ademola Adeleke, candidate of the Accord Party, is set to be declared winner of the governorship election held on Saturday. In the election results announced by the State Collation
Governor Ademola Adeleke, candidate of the Accord Party in the governorship election held on Saturday, has won 19 of the 30 local governments in the state, according to the results
SUNDAY 16 AUGUST 2026 OSUN GOVERNORSHIP ELECTION RESULTS 2026 (As announced by INEC) S/N LGA ACCORD ADC APC WINNER 1 Aiyedaade 16,681 331 15,719 ACCORD
SUNDAY 16 AUGUST 2026 7:45 AM Breaking: Adeleke Sweeps 19 of 30 LGs in Landslide Victory Governor Ademola Adeleke, candidate of the Accord Party, has won the Osun governorship election
•Defeats Oyebamiji, 10 APC govs, who came to campaign for him • Aregbesola, Oyinlola lose polling units • APC’s candidate hails large turnout of voters Dike Onwuamaeze, Sunday Ehigiator in Lagos
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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
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…As ADC Atsar, APC Cecilia Adams, NDC Dickson react Governor Ademola Adeleke’s victory in the Osun State governorship election has read more Adeleke’s Osun victory sparks praise, scrutiny and 2027 warnings
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Ademola Adeleke for his re-election as Osun state Governor, saying it is a sign that read more Osun Election: Tinubu hails Adeleke’s victory, says signals democracy will flourish
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The Yoruba Youth Council (YYC) has congratulated the Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Jackson Adeleke, on his victory in read more Osun victory: Yoruba Youth Council congratulates Adeleke, says Tinubu’s democratic leadership will pay off in 2027
The victory of Ademola Adeleke in Saturday’s Osun State governorship election has sent a fresh political signal to the ruling read more Adeleke’s victory sends warning signal to Tinubu, APC ahead of 2027
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