The National Sugar Development Council has said it is mobilising a $1bn investment pipeline to accelerate Nigeria’s drive towards sugar self-sufficiency. The council said the initiative was anchored on a $1bn engineering, procurement and construction-plus-finance partnership with SINOMACH of China and a N10bn Sugar Pro…

…that improves the lives of Osun people, expands opportunities, and sustains peace and development across the State. “As an Abia grandson, we stand with you and your state in the shared vision of building stronger institutions and delivering the dividends of democracy to our people,” Otti said. Otti prayed that God woul…

…of the Accord Party, the PDP remained proud of its contribution to the democratic development of Osun State. “While Governor Adeleke has chosen to pursue his political journey on the platform of the Accord Party, the PDP remains proud of its contributions to the democratic development of Osun State,” Mohammed said. Ade…

…to kidnapping operations in the area. According to security analyst Zagazola Makama, the development highlights the continued efforts by security forces to dismantle criminal networks and prevent kidnappers from establishing hideouts in communities across Plateau State. by Linda Ikeji at 16/08/2026 1:20 PM | Share this…

…State says it has recorded a membership surge of over 150,000 people, describing the development as part of a broader political shift taking place across the state.State APC chairman Mohammed Hassan made the disclosure at a gathering of party leaders and supporters, during which lists bearing the names of roughly 117,0…

…Adeleke to accept the outcome in the spirit of sportsmanship and contribute to the development of the state. He urged them to put political differences aside and work with the governor for the benefit of the people. “I call on all those who contested the election and emerged on the losing side to join hands with the Go…

…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 mess…

…the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, on Sunday morning. Reacting to the development, Olatunji said the outcome of the election showed that no amount of influence and intimidation can suppress the will of the people. He described the outcome of the Osun election is a significant morale booster for the el…

Afrobeats star Davido took down a tweet announcing that his family would not back any presidential candidate ahead of the 2027 electionsHe also deleted a separate post appearing to criticise President Bola Tinubu amid tensions over the Osun electionFans online noticed the deletions and began questioning the singer's mo…

…and the economy for over a decade.The NNPC Limited/FIRST Exploration and Petroleum Development Company Limited (FIRST E&P) Joint Venture has launched a new multi-year grant programme to support Nigerian non-governmental organisations delivering measurable social impact across the country.Known as Impact FIRST: Heritage…

…control are expected to be erected in accordance with the court’s directive. The development effectively removes the disputed estate from private administration while the court determines who is legally entitled to administer the assets of the late businessman. The case, Suit No. LD/10/2020, is before Justice Tanimola…

…a fresh responsibility to the people of Osun State and an encouragement to deliver more development and good governance during his second term. He also commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for what he described as the smooth conduct of the electoral process. Makinde said the Osun governorship…

The Centre for Democracy and Development, CDD, has described the 2026 Osun State governorship election as largely peaceful. It, however, identified some operational difficulties and isolated incidents during the exercise. CDD-West Africa, through its Election Analysis Centre, EAC, made the assessment in a preliminary s…

…the quality of leadership in the country. Lawmaker, others arrested A significant development in security was the arrest of Hon. Abiola Ibrahim Inaolaji, a serving member of the Osun State House of Assembly, alongside 146 suspected electoral mercenaries in Ikire, located in the Irewole Local Government Area. Inaolaji,…

…as it positions itself at the centre of Nigeria’s industrial revival efforts. The development finance institution said the move forms part of its 2026 strategy aimed at addressing some of the country’s biggest economic challenges, including soaring inflation, persistent foreign exchange shortages, high energy costs and…

…probe Amnesty International, in its contribution to the controversy, described the development as a reflection of the weaknesses in Nigeria’s governance institutions and called for an independent panel of inquiry to establish what transpired. Speaking exclusively with our correspondent, the Country Director of Amnesty…

…violence or disrupting the process. The Situation Room said it would continue to monitor developments as the collation of results progresses. The Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room is a coalition of civil society organisations working to promote credible and transparent elections in Nigeria. Its members include the P…

Afrobeats star Davido took to social media on Saturday, August 15, to react to early results from the Osun State governorship electionAccord Party secured 125 votes against APC's 85 at former Governor Oyinlola's own polling unit in OkukuDavido's car remark sparked a wave of reactions online as collation of results cont…

…and Allowances) Act, 2026, expected to be transmitted to the National Assembly. The development comes amid long-running concerns over the adequacy of remuneration for public office holders and the need to balance improved compensation with accountability and performance. Shehu stressed that salary increases must be acc…

…polling unit following the declaration of the result. The outcome is seen as a symbolic development, given that the unit is where Adewusi himself voted.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!The result from Enuwa adds to the early picture emerging from across Osun State as vote…

…met her sales target and planned to rest after making good sales. She attributed the development to the large turnout of voters and other residents, which provided a ready market for her products. A Point-of-Sale (POS) operator, Mr Abdullateef Adebayo, also said he recorded good patronage by providing cash withdrawal s…

…the commissioner of police overseeing security for the 2026 Osun election, disclosed the development on Saturday morning, August 15, 2026.Police detain about 100 people suspected of being brought into Osun state 'to disrupt the 2026 governorship election'. Photo Police Force>He said:PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to…

…possess valuable skills, abilities and willingness to contribute meaningfully to the development of their communities when given the necessary opportunities and support. She also called for greater recognition and inclusion of PWDs in governance and other aspects of society. (NAN) The post Osun Election: PWDs seek acce…

The Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has called on traditional rulers to prioritise the development of their domains and partner with the government to achieve rapid development at the grassroots. Abiodun made the call in a statement on Saturday during the official installation and presentation of the instruments of…

Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has chided the opposition political parties ahead of their planned summit for 2027 general elections. In a post on his verified X handle on Saturday, Keyamo described the move as ‘journey to nowhere’. Recall that there is a new coalition of opposition polit…