A veteran journalist and former press secretary to past Oyo State governors, Chief Lekan Alabi, is dead. Alabi, the Abese Olubadan of Ibadanland, died on Saturday morning in Lagos at the age of 76. His death was announced in a statement issued by Adeola Oloko, the media aide to the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi L…

…for Senator Shehu Buba, whom he said would fly the PRP flag in the 2027 Bauchi State governorship election. He described the senator as “a man of courage, vision and commitment,” pledging to deploy his political experience and networks to ensure the party’s success in the state. Danmaliki called on youths, women, farme…

…to support surveillance, early-warning efforts and intelligence-led operations. The governors of Kaduna, Edo and Kogi states commended the Office of the National Security Adviser for coordinating the programme, saying it would complement existing security arrangements and extend government presence to areas with limite…

…said.He added that the submission covered Jonathan's presidential nomination along with governorship, National Assembly and state assembly candidates fielded by his committee, and claimed INEC acknowledged receipt despite the ongoing dispute over which faction represents the legitimate PDP leadership, Punch reported. E…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) on Friday intensified its governorship campaign across Orolu and Irepodun Local Government Areas and Osogbo, with the party promising community-driven infrastructure, improved education, employment opportunities and inclusive governance ahead of the August 15 governorship election in…

Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Yahaya, on Friday suspended the Acting Director of Public Prosecutions in the state Ministry of Justice, Abubakar Jungudo, pending the outcome of an investigation into allegations of misconduct levelled against him. The suspension followed the governor’s approval of the constitution of a…

…and governance in Nigeria and Africa.Ibadan, Oyo state - Other things being equal, governors of four southwest states will declare a holiday for all public servants and residents to commemorate the Isese festival.Legit.ng reports that Isese Day is celebrated annually in Nigeria on August 20.Isese Day 2026 is observed i…

…shared on the NDC’s official social media platforms on Friday. The former Bayelsa governor stressed the need to protect Nigeria’s democratic gains by upholding the Constitution, safeguarding judicial independence, preserving press freedom and ensuring the independence of the electoral body. “Democracy is not a sprint;…

Kaduna Governor Uba Sani named Jerry Adams, head of the state's Internal Revenue Service, as his deputy governorship candidate on July 28, 2026Donald Okwuosa said Governor Sani's Muslim/Christian ticket breaks the precedent set by former Governor El-Rufai, who ran a Muslim/Muslim ticket in Kaduna StateThe analyst said…

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has dismissed allegations that his administration had a hand in the abduction of students and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area, describing the claims as false and politically motivated. The governor made the remarks on Friday during the inauguration of a Judicial Commission of…

…Joash Amupitan, has assured residents of Osun State that the winner of the August 15 governorship election will emerge through the ballot, not violence. Amupitan gave the assurance on Friday during a courtesy visit to the Ataoja of Osogbo, Oba Jimoh Oyetunji, describing the forthcoming election as a critical test ahead…

…Gbede, describing the incident as a heinous and unacceptable act. The Government said Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has directed security agencies to unravel the masterminds behind the crime and ensure they are brought to justice. In […] The post Kogi govt condemns killing of Catholic priest, orders investigation appeared…

…has vowed that the commission will do everything possible to ensure a violence-free governorship election in Osun State on August 15, 2026, declaring that “the blood of any Osun citizen is not worth shedding” for political office. Prof. Amupitan stated this on Friday during a courtesy visit to the Ataoja of Osogbo, HRM…

…healthcare services. She attributed the achievement to the support of Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, whom she commended for prioritising the health sector through increased funding and attention. According to her, the governor’s support for strategic reforms initiated by health sector leaders has created an ena…

…confirmed that the submission covered Jonathan's presidential nomination alongside governorship, National Assembly, and state assembly candidates, and that INEC acknowledged receipt of the documents, Vanguard reported.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!PDP Turaki camp warns…

…be released otherwise, they'd kill her. They told my younger ones expressly that Ebonyi Governor wants alive or dead. That's what's happening currently." This morning, July 31, he said in an updated post: "Up till this moment, they're still holding my wife to hostage. They refused telling me their location. They told m…

WHEN Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State embarked on a surprise inspection of the state secretariat on Monday, July 20, he expected to assess the level of discipline and productivity in the civil service. The post Governor Namadi and the empty offices at the state secretariat appeared first on Tribune Online.

…the role of the government in making this workshop a reality. “We sincerely thank Governor Dauda Lawal for making available the funds to support this workshop. “I want to appreciate the governor’s support and commitment towards improving the quality of our service delivery in the judiciary sector of the state. “We also…

…centre was awarded to Lakeside Ventures Limited. Dr Dauda Lawal, the Zamfara State governor, approved the project. This followed a request to the governor by the university through the Vice-Chancellor, Prof Adamu Ahmed, for intervention to rehabilitate and upgrade the medical facility. The Vice-Chancellor led members o…

…reduced travel time and improved access to communities. The chairman thanked the governor for initiating the project and expressed optimism that it will be inaugurated soon, given the pace of work. He appreciated the government for extending infrastructure development to the council and pledged the continued support of…

…stronger security operations across the North-West. In response to the rising threats, Governor Nasir Idris recently convened a high-level security meeting involving heads of security agencies, local government chairmen, traditional rulers, and vigilante groups to strengthen the state’s security architecture and coordi…

…of Ikire Kingdom, friends of the community, and voters across Osun State to support the governorship ambition of the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji, ahead of the August 15, 2026 Osun State governorship election. The decision followed a joint meeting of the union’s […] The post Osun…

…demobilise violence and allow the ballot box to determine the outcome of the August 15 governorship election. Prof. Amupitan made the call on Thursday in Osogbo during the formal signing of the Osun State […] The post INEC to Osun politicians: Let the ballot box alone decide appeared first on Tribune Online.

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has approved the appointment of Dr. Mann Ali as the Chairman of the Ondo State Civil Service Commission. The governor also approved the appointment of Mr. Michael Oshodi as a member of the commission, according to a statement posted on X on Thursday by the Chief Press Secretary to…

…his decision to what he described as the impressive developmental achievements of Governor Umar Namadi’s administration over the past three years. The lawmaker said his decision followed wide consultations with his family, political associates, friends and other stakeholders in his constituency. According to him, his e…