…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…

…insisting that it was a statutory entitlement for former governors under Osun State law, specifically a vehicle replacement due every four years, and that the state actually still owed him additional vehicles.See Davido's post boasting of election victory below:Fans react to Davido's postsDavido's comments drew a range…

…the sanctity of their votes,” Adeleke said. He urged Osun residents to remain peaceful, law-abiding and committed to the democratic process. “To every Osun citizen: I urge you to remain peaceful, law-abiding, and committed to this democratic moment. “Let the people’s will prevail,” he added. The post Osun Election: Let…

…the sanctity of their votes. To every Osun citizen: I urge you to remain peaceful, law-abiding, and committed to this democratic moment. Let the people's will prevail,” he tweeted. Guber Polls: Osun people speaking with one voice – Gov Adeleke

…counter allegations made during a broader online clash involving former besties, Dabota Lawson and Diiadem. During the exchange, Diiadem alleged that one of the reasons her friendship with Lawson soured was because her "big brother," Olakunle Churchill, rejected Lawson's attempt to introduce him to Ehi. In response to…

…members of the public that anyone found culpable would face the full weight of the law. It further urged the public to remain calm, avoid spreading unverified information and refrain from jungle justice while allowing the police to conclude their investigation. However, when Weekend Punch visited the scene on Saturday,…

"Hilda Baci and Dapper are no longer together" - Lawyer reacts after Seyi Vibez drags celebrity chef into music label drama Entertainment lawyer, has reacted after celebrity chef Hilda Baci was mentioned in the ongoing controversy involving music executive Dapper. The lawyer questioned why Hilda was being dragged into…