…was filed at the Federal High Court in Abuja on August 13 through his lawyer, Ubong Akpan. El-Rufai joined the ICPC chairman and the Attorney-General of the Federation as second and third defendants alongside the commission itself.Ex-Kaduna State Gov Nasir El-Rufai has filed a fresh N10 billion fundamental rights suit…

…markets.The operator serves customers in Nigeria, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Rwanda, Niger, Chad, Gabon, Seychelles, Madagascar, the Republic of Congo and the DRC.The companies tested Starlink Mobile’s messaging and data capabilities in Kenya in March 2026, including areas outside Airtel’s terrestrial cov…

…assistance to those involved. “Well, we have been talking. I have been calling all my lawyers to go there. I’m sure the APC in Osun, according to them, they are telling us they are using federal might,” he remarked. The governor’s latest decision effectively brings his administration’s court battle with the EFCC to an…

By Yinka Kolawole India-Nigeria bilateral trade rose by 26 per cent to about $9 billion in 2025–26, from $7.13 billion recorded in 2024–25, as economic ties between both countries deepen beyond oil and commodities into manufacturing, healthcare, energy, technology and job creation. The Indian High Commissioner to Niger…

…they did not,” he added. A businessman, who spoke on condition of anonymity, named Idris Lawal, alleged that offers from private individuals who volunteered to construct the road were rejected by some government officials. “At times, there are business people who just opened a supermarket, filling station or school. Th…

Cameroon beat Malawi 3-0 to claim their first-ever Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title in a historic final in Rabat on Sunday. Marie Ngah Manga opened the scoring in the 20th minute, heading home from close range to give the Indomitable Lionesses the lead. BBC reports on Sunday that Naomi Eto doubled Cameroon’s advanta…

…strengthen democracy through peaceful engagement, tolerance and respect for the rule of law. “The people have spoken. Democracy 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: Candidat…

…by the Deputy Director of the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project, SERAP, Kolawole Oluwadare, who prayed to the three agencies to jointly and transparently probe reports of financial inducement, illegal election financing, voter intimidation, misuse of public resources and other violations recorded during…

…Adedeji Adeleke at the end, using it as the backdrop for an effusive tribute to his in-laws, the Adeleke family.Cubana Chiefpriest congratulates Davido's father Deji Adeleke after Osun victory. >In his caption, Cubana Chiefpriest, who backed Governor Ademola Adeleke, described Adedeji as a man of extraordinary, quiet p…

…the outcome of the 2026 governorship election responsibly and within the bounds of the law. The Commissioner of Police, Election, CP Samuel Erale Etaifo, made the appeal in a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abiodun Ojelabi, on Sunday. The command while congratulating the people of Osun Stat…

…forms of misconduct will face appropriate disciplinary measures in accordance with the law and established regulations. “The command therefore calls on Ndi Anambra and other members of the public to support this initiative by reporting incidents of extortion, harassment or other unprofessional conduct through the Comma…

…quite concerning. Allegations of harassment of journalists and obvious partisanship of law enforcement agents were rife. These concerns should be addressed going into the next general elections,” the LP “Election is a civic exercise, not war. For 48 hours leading to the election, Osun State was on the precipice just be…

…political actors to prioritise Nigerians’ interests and embrace peace and the rule of law. He said elections should be contests based on ideas, competence, character and service rather than violence. He also called on Nigerians to remain informed and actively participate in the 2027 elections, saying citizens could use…

The lawmaker representing Ikeja Federal Constituency of Lagos State at the House of Representatives, James Faleke, has replied Afrobeats superstar, Davido, over allegations of influencing the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, in the just concluded governorship election in Osun State. In a post on his ver…

…Court in Abuja on Friday, August 14, 2026, to personally swear to an affidavit backing a lawsuit that seeks to bar President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC) from participating in the 2027 presidential election.

…attached cannot invalidate the testament.” They have also denied any attempt to unlawfully exclude the claimant from the estate. The defendants contend that the claimant’s exclusion from certain family activities and publications were not evidence of a conspiracy to deprive him of his inheritance. The court’s decision…

…the electorate. He recalled that he had warned in his last newsletter that the rule of law must take precedence over political interests, adding that the Osun electorate had demonstrated the strength of popular will in the face of political pressure. “I did point out in my last newsletter that the rule of law must be a…

…Templers, Aluko & Oyebode, Olaniwun Ajayi LP, Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie. "Any top law firm and auditing firm. Let them run a forensic analysis and interpret both the accounts and the contract for us, and tell you I cheated you!" He also disputed a claim involving a scheduled appearance, saying he attended the event while…

…in Irepodun over the alleged possession of signed paper result sheets. The CDD-EAC urged law enforcement and anti-corruption agencies, including the ICPC, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and the police, to investigate credible allegations of vote buying and ensure that proven offences are prosecuted. On securi…

…third. SERAP, in a petition dated August 16, 2026, and signed by its Deputy Director, Kolawole Oluwadare, urged INEC, EFCC and ICPC to “…Urgently, jointly and transparently investigate reported cases of vote-buying, financial inducement, illegal election financing, voter intimidation, violence, misuse of public resourc…

…oaths ContentsAdeleke in early leadSkirmishes, tear gas, ballot box snatching mar votingLawmaker, others arrestedADC candidate’s polling unit attackedTension in ModakekeTraditional rulers administer oaths to gladiatorsLarge turnout despite fears •97-year-old man votes •Election records impressive turnouts Nigerians are…

…the collation process continues."To every Osun citizen: I urge you to remain peaceful, law-abiding, and committed to this democratic moment. Let the people's will prevail," Adeleke said.Security agencies stay alert while Adeleke calls for safeguarding votes and ensuring fairness in the ongoing collation process. Photo…

…as fictitious and accusing Adeyemi of forging official documents to aid his alleged unlawful conduct. In a separate investigation, the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission cleared the Presidency of wrongdoing in the controversy and recommended Adeyemi’s prosecution. Although Gagdi had, ab…

…gospel music and ministry. Moses Bliss emerged Artiste of the Year, while Gaise Baba and Lawrence Oyor’s No Turning Back II was one of the biggest winners of the night, claiming Song of the Year, Best Collaboration and Afro-Gospel Song of the Year. Frank Edwards won Album of the Year for Heart of Worship, while Sunmiso…

…Hub called on political parties and candidates to ensure that their agents focused on lawful observation of the electoral process rather than intimidation or vote trading. It urged contestants to “abstain from vote buying and discourage polling agents and supporters from vote trading at the polling units." The observer…