…and asked beneficiaries to swear an oath of allegiance three weeks ago. One of the community leaders told Saturday PUNCH that Accord leaders were distributing the money without fear of arrest. Some other residents in Ilesa also confirmed that the ruling party had begun distributing N10,000 at Ifofin, Iloro and Okesa, a…

…of human connection. For the actress and filmmaker, the role offered another opportunity to explore the depth and versatility of her craft, building on her experience as a performer across different creative platforms. She described the experience as both challenging and rewarding, noting that theatre demanded a differ…

…Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope vision and agenda.The group further called for greater unity, coordination and commitment to the principle of “one party, one message and one mobilisation framework” in advancing the Renewed Hope agenda and strengthening the APC’s electoral prospects in Anambra State. Ezenwa said the bo…

…2026.Read the federal ministry of youth development's full statement on the new opportunity

…recorded,” he said. According to him, the Osun election provides INEC with an opportunity to demonstrate its preparedness for the 2027 general elections and strengthen public confidence in the electoral process. “With the 2027 general elections ahead, this final off-cycle governorship election is another opportunity fo…

…at Stamford Bridge for the rest of the transfer window. Speaking ahead of Sunday's Community Shield clash with Arsenal, Maresca made it clear no late move is expected before the deadline. He said, “Not today, to be honest. I don't think we're going to do something today,” Maresca said, while adding that any further bus…

…manager, Mikel Arteta, has given injury updates on his squad ahead of this Sunday’s Community Shield game against Manchester City. The Premier League champions open their campaign against City, who won the FA Cup. Despite the short turnaround from international duty for several players, Arteta is impressed with the ove…

…to enable members of the public report police infractions.The Commissioner said community policing would receive priority under his administration, with traditional rulers, religious leaders, civil society organisations, vigilantes and other stakeholders to be integrated into the command's security architecture.He disc…

…k!lled after a building under construction collapsed on their residence in Dan Mani Community, Rigasa District, Kaduna State.The incident occurred at about 3:30am on Friday morning, August 14, 2026 at the Abuja Road, Kwanar Mai Dabino area of Rigasa. The woman's husband, Abubakar Abba Haruna, said he was not at home wh…

…capable of provoking a breach of the peace among the Muslim faithful in the community. "Efforts are ongoing to apprehend the two fleeing suspects, while Abubakar Musa remains in police custody and will be charged to court upon conclusion of investigation. "The Commissioner of Police, CP Umar M. Hadejia, psc, MNIM, stro…

…the applicant is seeking the highest office in the land. The Presidency is not an immunity certificate against constitutional scrutiny." Calling on the electoral umpire to demonstrate strict neutrality by surrendering all relevant filings to the court, Atiku maintained that resolving candidate eligibility prior to the…

…the Osun State House of Assembly, Adewale Egbedun, has called on the international community to intervene over what he described as attacks, intimidation and threats against citizens and political actors in Odo Otin Local Government Area in the past 48 hours, in an address delivered as rival political camps trade separ…

…to the same standard applicable to ordinary Nigerians. “The presidency is not an immunity certificate against constitutional scrutiny,” he said. He also called on INEC to demonstrate its neutrality by producing the relevant electoral records. “INEC is holding the documents. The court has the jurisdiction to examine the…

…held a press briefing in Abuja accusing VDM of misrepresenting facts in the Ajiro community murder casePIO convener Isaiah Davies Ijele claimed two arrested suspects confessed to being promised N500,000 each and foreign trips as rewardThe group challenged VeryDarkMan to an open debate, alleging the activist had already…

…He said the party decided to bring the matter to the public and the international community to hold the Accord Party and the Governor responsible for any attack on the electorate. “We have to inform the members of the public, and we have to call on the security agents that we have been saying this, but it appears that…

…people of Osun are progressive-minded. We are going into this election with confidence, unity and a clear determination to deliver victory for Bola Oyebamiji and the APC,” he said. The post Osun Election: Ekiti, Kogi Govs meet Omisore, secure backing for Oyebamiji appeared first on Vanguard News.

…centre for each of counts two and three respectively, or an option of one month of community service for the offences of unlawful possession and forgery of marriage certificate. The President of the court discharged the convict of the first count of conspiracy. The husband of the now convict, Mr Adeboye Adeyemo, 55, ha…

…Chairman of MDCAN UATH Branch, Dr. Bilal Sulaiman, said the conference provided an opportunity for medical consultants to examine the changing realities of healthcare delivery in Nigeria. Sulaiman stressed that practitioners must combine clinical excellence with high ethical standards, knowledge of their legal responsi…

The Federal Government has offered three FGN bonds worth a combined N1.1 trillion for subscription at N1,000 per unitThe bonds, with maturities in 2035, 2037 and 2038, carry interest rates of 22.60%, 16.2499% and 15.45%, respectivelyThe auction will hold on August 17, 2026, with a minimum subscription of N50 million an…

…killing, including during media interviews and police questioning in which he had immunity. He was subsequently transferred to the Clark County Detention Center, where he has remained while awaiting trial.According to TMZ sources with direct knowledge, Davis is not afraid of prison because he has spent time behind bars…

…of passengers who did not require hospital treatment have been taken to a local community centre, where they are being supported by partner agencies. This remains a complex and ongoing multi-agency response.'British Transport Police added that 'a further 18 suffered less serious injuries'. While several passengers were…

…an era when theatre troupes travelled from town to town, transforming school halls, community centres and open fields into stages of imagination, culture and moral instruction. I first knew mama on the TV series titled “Kòòtù Asípa”. It was an Oyin Adejobi’s production on the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) in the…

…question: How will the lives of Nigerians be better because you were given the opportunity to lead?” he said. Makinde maintained that making that question the defining issue of the 2027 election would strengthen the country’s democracy irrespective of the political platforms on which the candidates contest. He thereaft…

…not regret their decision, promising that his administration would continue to promote unity, inclusiveness and cohesion within the party. He also disclosed that significant developments concerning Ogun State’s anticipated emergence as an oil-producing state and the proposed deep-sea port would be announced before the…

…reports that the tragic incident has heightened concerns over child safety in the community, with residents calling for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the boy’s death and urging parents and neighbours to remain more vigilant. Our correspondent gathered from family sources on Thursday that L…