…while acknowledging that the claim required an explanation from INEC. It warned that the development should not be overlooked ahead of the 2027 general elections, insisting that the Osun result had exposed the limits of governmental power at the ballot. “No deployment is large enough to defeat a people who have lost th…

…has prevailed. The mandate must now be translated into greater service, greater development and greater prosperity for the people of Osun State,” Obi stressed. The post Osun Election: Candidate, not party, determines electoral victory — NRM appeared first on Vanguard News.

…Nigerians were becoming increasingly dissatisfied with the ruling party. He said the development showed that the APC and the President would struggle to command genuine public support during the 2027 campaigns, insisting that Nigerians would not reward what he described as a “failed and oppressive administration” with…

…sons. He commended Suphi's commitment to youth empowerment, education and community development, describing the initiative as worthy of commendation. Baraje, speaking on behalf of Saraki, said, "Dr Saraki asked me to extend his congratulations to the people of Bauchi for having a great son like Usman Suphi. "Dr Saraki…

…Accord Party, Jungudo said the PDP remained proud of its contribution to the democratic development of the state. He wished Adeleke success and urged political actors to place the peace, progress and interests of Osun and Nigeria above partisan considerations. “May this victory mark the beginning of an even greater cha…

…join hands with the Governor in the spirit of sportsmanship and work for the peace and development of Osun State,” he tweeted. Osun election shows Nigerians can still decide who governs them – Seriake Dickson

…prioritising security, harnessing the Nigerian diaspora as a critical asset for national development, and deepening strategic partnerships anchored on mutual respect and trust. This was contained in a statement issued on Sunday by the Special Assistant, Media and Strategic Communications to the Minister of State for Fo…

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…