…and driving rapid development across the state. “I urge our royal fathers to continue to support the determination of our government to drive development across the state. I also encourage the people of Imobi to become proactive champions of the state government’s investment initiatives, ensuring that progress thrives…

…Boy Movement, Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, has declared his support for the Accord Party candidate and incumbent governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, in the ongoing governorship election. The businessman made his position public in a post he shared on verified X handle. Chief Priest, wh…

…14 to 6:00 p.m. on August 15, 2026Police warned political parties, candidates, and supporters to conduct themselves peacefully or face consequences for disrupting the electoral processPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!The Nigeria Police Force (NPF…

…after the show affected her emotionally and eventually led her to seek professional support. She recalled becoming anxious whenever she opened Instagram and saw new notifications, fearing that she might be facing another wave of criticism online. Erica said in part … “I’ll never go to a show like Big Brother Naija agai…

…APM, had announced their withdrawal from the contest. While Adeyemi-Doro declared support for the All Progressives Congress, APC, candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, Adewale endorsed Governor Adeleke. Despite their withdrawals, APGA and APM remain on the ballot for the election. https://x.com/i/status/2088515199921742158 Osun e…

…of the victims. "We also visited the hospital to empathise with the injured, show our support, and pray for their quick recovery. "Having visited, seen, and spoken with those affected, I urge the Federal Government to demonstrate a greater commitment to securing the lives and property of citizens and to closing the ung…

GistReel Nigerian content creator Peller has shaved his head in solidarity with his wife, Jarvis, after she faced criticism and insults over her decision to cut her hair. In a video shared online, Peller was seen at a barbershop explaining that he wanted to shave his hair in the same style as his wife to surprise her. …

…affiliate unions and their officials to steer clear of the Working People United, a support group campaigning for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu in 2027. The directive has reportedly created tension among sections of the organised labour movement, particularly after the Lagos State Council Chairman of the NLC…

…claimed that Osoba was badly treated before her death. Badia said she had evidence to support her claims and would make it public after the burial. The allegations have not been independently verified. There have also been concerns within Nollywood about the level of support Osoba received during her final days and aft…

…countries. He disclosed that Steps2Walk had provided medical supplies and equipment to support the programme while facilitating knowledge transfer between international specialists and Nigerian practitioners. Ugbo drew attention to the burden of congenital clubfoot, noting that about three out of every 1,000 births are…

…the party providing the items. Our correspondents also came across viral videos in which supporters of Adeleke and Oyebamiji openly distributed cash, salt, rice and other items while asking beneficiaries not to betray them at the poll. Ilesa Voters in Ilesa told Saturday PUNCH that the APC was disbursing N20,000 per vo…

…sacked during the close-season, Wolves need a fast start to win back their disgruntled supporters. The early signs were good as the hosts, featuring debutant Kieran Trippier, took the lead in the 18th minute with their first shot of the season. Fer Lopez sent a perfect pass behind the Blackburn defence and Zimbabwe mid…

…on Friday, Ezenwa directed all Renewed Hope Ambassadors in Anambra State to mobilise support and make RHA structures in their respective federal constituencies and senatorial zones available to APC candidates contesting the January 16, 2027, National Assembly elections. He stressed that an effective grassroots mobilisa…

…vote for candidates of their choice without fear or intimidation. It, however, called on supporters of Governor Adeleke to back his re-election bid, saying the governor had demonstrated what it described as capacity and empathy during his first term. The Osun governorship election is scheduled for Saturday, August 15,…

…the life of any Nigerian,” he said. He said the Federal Government had taken measures to support a peaceful election, adding that the responsibility of government was to protect both the electoral process and the people. Tinubu further urged all stakeholders to respect the outcome of the election, regardless of which c…

…Headquarters, including personnel, equipment and logistics, but appealed for further support to enable the command effectively confront its security challenges. Faniyan also warned residents against jungle justice, describing it as a criminal act that could amount to culpable homicide where it resulted in the death of…

…on Friday, August 14, personally deposed to an affidavit at the Federal High Court in support of a legal action seeking to disqualify President Bola Ahmed Tinubu from participating in the 2027 presidential election. The suit, instituted alongside the ADC against President Tinubu, the All Progressives Congress (APC), an…

…Atiku personally appeared at the court registry on Friday to depose to an affidavit supporting the suit instituted against Tinubu, the All Progressives Congress and the Independent National Electoral Commission . The suit invokes Sections 137(1)(j), 139(1)(a)(i) and 285(14)(c) of the 1999 Constitution, as amended, as w…

…and their affiliated groups identified as the main perpetrators. Party members and supporters made up the largest share of victims.Osogbo classified as critical pressure zoneGeographically, violence was concentrated in a small number of areas rather than spread evenly across the state. Osogbo recorded 27 incidents and…

…voter cards (PVCs) holders eligible to voteAPC candidate Bola Oyebamiji has attracted support from a factional Accord Party and a PDP faction led by ex-governor Olagunsoye OyinlolaThe contest is widely seen as a three-way race, with several smaller parties stepping aside to back the leading candidatesPAY ATTENTION: Mar…

…for the APC candidate and urged Omisore to deploy his political network and influence in support of Oyebamiji. The governors described Saturday’s election as one of the most consequential in the political history of the state, urging party stakeholders to put past disagreements aside and prioritise the collective inter…

…the region.Reports indicate that Rideout is in federal custody and in stable condition, supported by proof-of-life documentation obtained prior to his handover. However, specific details regarding the exact circumstances of his release or the specific militant group holding him during the final phase of his captivity r…

…Hudu said improved electricity supply would contribute to better living conditions and support efforts to strengthen security across Hadejia metropolis. He also noted that stable power supply was important to businesses, education, entrepreneurship and employment, particularly for young people. The youth leader describ…

…alleged that the club neglected his treatment, suspended him, and failed to adequately support his recovery despite being under contract until July 2027Enyimba, through its media director Mazi Abraham Jaka, denied the allegations, insisting the injury was not sustained while playing for the club and that the player had…

…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 initially trapped, all had been e…