Obi urges FG to strengthen security after Benue attacks
Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has urged the Federal Government to intensify efforts to protect lives and property following recent attacks on communities in Benue State. Obi made the call in a post on his X platform on Saturday after visiting Otukpo-Nobi and Efeyi-Ugboju communities, which were recently affected by attacks. […]
Ghana Police kill two, arrest Nigerian over alleged bank robbery attempt
The police added that a fourth suspect escaped during the operation and that a manhunt had been launched to apprehend him.
Osun 2026: Accord Party deputy governorship candidate expresses optimism of victory
According to him, the late arrival of election officials at some polling units could affect the smooth commencement of voting.
‘You all feed off Nigerians pain’ — Sowore blasts Davido, Adeleke family in war of words
Award-winning Nigerian singer Davido and human rights activist Omoyele Sowore have engaged in a heated exchange on social media following comments about Ademola Adeleke, the Osun State governor and Davido’s uncle.
Osun Election: Panic in Modakeke as alleged policemen cart away materials
Voting was reportedly disrupted in Modakeke Ward 10, Osun State, on Saturday after persons suspected to be policemen allegedly seized election materials and dispersed voters and election officials. According to an eyewitness, the incident occurred after the polling area had remained peaceful. The witness alleged that the suspected policemen took away election materials before releasing […]
Osun Election: Tension as voters protest agents’ clustering at Ikire unit
There was tension at AUD Primary School, Atile, Ikire, in Irewole Local Government Area of Osun State on Saturday as some voters complained about the alleged clustering of party agents around the voting area. Security personnel were seen intervening to calm the situation and ensure that the voting process was not disrupted. An Accord Party […]
Osun Election: ‘I was treated with respect,’ physically challenged woman says
A physically challenged voter, Aminat Akinsola, on Saturday expressed satisfaction with the treatment she received while casting her ballot in the ongoing Osun governorship election. Akinsola, who voted at Ejigbo Ward 4, Unit 6, said she was particularly pleased with the attention and assistance given to her because of her condition. “I’m so happy because […]
Only 3 countries have won the WAFCON in history – see list
Nigeria remain the most successful team in the history of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), having won the continental championship a record 10 times.
Osun election: Large turnout in Oyebamiji’s hometown as voters await accreditation
There was a large turnout of voters in Ikire, Irewole Local Government Area of Osun State, on Saturday as residents trooped out to polling units to elect the next governor of the state. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that voters arrived at their polling units as early as 7 a.m., checking the registers […]
Energy consultants retract call for Ojulari’s removal, cite ‘high transparency’ at NNPCL
He said AEPDC had initially called for Ojulari’s resignation because the information available at the time suggested “a disturbing level of opacity and weak accountability” in the management of petroleum resources.
Osun Election: Suspected thugs disrupt voting at Aregbesola’s unit
Voting was reportedly disrupted on Saturday at the polling unit of former Osun State Governor and immediate past Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, after suspected thugs allegedly invaded the area. The incident reportedly forced some voters to leave the polling unit, temporarily interrupting the voting process and creating tension among those present. The development […]
