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Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, has described Governor Ademola Adeleke’s re-election in Osun State as proof that citizens can use their votes to demand change and confront the economic hardship, insecurity and deprivation facing the country. Obi spoke on Sunday while congratulating Adeleke, candidate of the Accord Party, who was declared […]

The Imole Campaign Council of Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has rejected claims that the governor’s endorsement of President Bola Tinubu for the 2027 presidential election was based on a political agreement between the two leaders. The council said Adeleke’s support for Tinubu was informed by what it described as the President’s performance and economic […]

Residents and motorists were left stranded on Saturday after heavy rainfall triggered flash flooding across several parts of Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory, submerging vehicles, disrupting movement and forcing some businesses to close. Among the areas badly affected were parts of Wuse 2, including Adetokunbo Ademola Crescent, the vicinity of Delight Event Centre in Gudu […]

Yiaga Africa has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission to conduct a comprehensive technical audit of the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System following malfunctions recorded during Saturday’s Osun State governorship election. The civil society organisation said the audit should establish the causes of the technical failures and guide improvements in the testing, maintenance and technical […]

The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress has said it is reviewing the outcome of the 2026 governorship election across the state’s 332 wards and consulting its legal team on whether to challenge the result before the Election Petition Tribunal. The party disclosed this in a statement signed by its Director of Media […]

1. Adeleke wins Osun again (second term) INEC declared incumbent Governor Ademola Adeleke (Accord Party) the winner of the Osun governorship election. Final results: Adeleke (Accord) — 511,067 votes Bola Oyebamiji (APC) — 444,815 votes Najeem Salaam (ADC) — 17,180 votes Adeleke won 19 out of 30 local government areas; APC took 11. His biggest […]

Rivers State Commits to Strengthening Health Security Following JEE Assessment The Rivers State Government (RSG) has officially reaffirmed its dedication to reinforcing its public health infrastructure by pledging to address the critical health security gaps identified by the Joint External Evaluation (JEE) team. This assurance came at the conclusion of a rigorous five-day assessment workshop […]

Youths, Strategic Partners In Building Opobo/Nkoro Of Our Dream — Hon. James A. James The Chairman of Opobo/Nkoro Local Government Area (LGA), Hon. James A. James, has described the youths of the area as indispensable, strategic partners in building an egalitarian, peaceful, and prosperous Opobo/Nkoro of the people’s collective dream. Speaking on the pivotal role […]

Rivers State Education Commissioner Commits to Improved Conditions at Health Science College The Rivers State Government has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to elevating the standards of tertiary education in the state, particularly in specialized institutions driving healthcare delivery. During a recent familiarization visit, the Honourable Commissioner for Education, Dr. Peters Nwagor, declared a comprehensive plan […]

The Nigerian insurance sector in 2026 is undergoing a historic transformation, driven primarily by the regulator’s stringent recapitalization directive. While this exercise has pressured some weaker players, it has triggered a massive rally for resilient, well-capitalized firms. Investors on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) are actively reshuffling their portfolios, channeling capital into companies best positioned to […]

Pension contributions under Nigeria’s Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) experienced a sharp contraction in the first quarter of 2026, declining by 38% to N559 billion. This is according to the latest quarterly report released by the National Pension Commission (PenCom), highlighting growing pressure on the country’s macroeconomic landscape and employment sectors. The significant drop from previous […]

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecast thunderstorms and moderate rains across several parts of Nigeria from Sunday to Tuesday. The weather advisory, which details the atmospheric conditions expected over the three days, warns of potential disruptions to daily activities, transport, and public safety. According to NiMet’s official weather outlook, Sunday’s atmospheric conditions are expected […]