…prominently among the key economic assets the All Progressives Congress governorship candidate for Osun State, Bola Oyebamiji has promised to revive, as part of a comprehensive strategy to reposition the state as a leading investment and industrial destination. According to a statement on Sunday, Oyebamiji disclosed th…

The West African Examinations Council says 61.54 per cent of candidates who sat the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination for school candidates secured five credits and above, including English Language and Mathematics, leaving 38.46 per cent unable to meet the benchmark. The examination body, however…

…on the issues raised during the meeting and on areas where greater collaboration can advance the national interest.” He said the Federal Government had taken note of public reactions following the meeting between Tinubu and the Catholic Bishops, using the opportunity to reaffirm its profound respect for the Catholic Ch…

…for illegal purposes.A Garda spokesperson described the day of action as a significant success, adding: “This operation demonstrates our commitment to tackling criminal activity involving electric vehicles and ensuring public safety.”

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…Governor's office used the occasion to draw attention to what it described as a significant shift in how Osun treats its public servants. According to the statement, the administration has made restoring worker dignity a central goal since taking office.The spokesperson went further, drawing a direct comparison with th…

…way the FIFA president, Secretary General and Management Board communicate and interact can be improved. According to FIFA, officials agreed that the processes supporting the organisation’s leadership and decision-making should become more effective and efficient. FIFA said the discussions were intended to strengthen g…

Actress Bella Thorne says she can smoke as much weed as rapper Snoop Dogg Actress Bella Thorne has said she can keep up with rapper Snoop Dogg when it comes to smoking cannabis, addressing a long-standing rumour during a recent podcast appearance.Speaking on the latest episode of Alex Cooper's "Call Her Daddy" podcast,…

…of what he described as the "God factor."In a post on X on Wednesday, August 5, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftain warned Tinubu against overlooking what he called divine intervention in the affairs of men.He wrote: "There is a God factor in the affairs of men. Tinubu does not understand this. Abacha was e…

…that despite the prevailing economic hardship, the government has recorded significant successes that have not been adequately publicised. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Kalu said the ruling party had done a poor job of marketing the administration’s accomplishments, even as he maintained that Presid…

…in 2023 had positively impacted the country’s stock market. “One of these significant reforms was the unification of the foreign exchange market. “By establishing a single, market-determined exchange rate, the reform improved price discovery and enabled companies with substantial foreign currency exposure to more accur…

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, whose country co-hosted the 2026 World Cup, joined Wednesday an international chorus of criticism of Gianni Infantino, saying he no longer had confidence in his ability to lead FIFA. “Certainly I don’t have confidence in Mr Infantino, after this point, given what transpired,” Carney…

…Police Command wishes to inform the general public that it has recorded another significant breakthrough in the ongoing investigation into the alleged culpable homicide of Ibrahim Mbaya, following the arrest of an additional suspect connected to the tragic incident," the statement read. "While acting upon credible inte…

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…at the meeting, NEMA Director-General, Mrs Umar, described the initiative as a significant milestone in Nigeria’s disaster risk management efforts through improved institutional cooperation. Quoting the United Nations Secretary-General, she said the Early Warnings for All Initiative represents a “survival agenda for hu…

WAEC releases 2026 WASSCE results The West African Examinations Council has released the results of the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination for School Candidates. Out of 1,950,726 candidates that sat for the examination, 1,200,514 candidates (61.54 per cent) obtained credits and above in at least fi…

…multiple fatalities, and we have one in the hospital, and that's pretty much all I can tell you. Everything else is under investigation at this current time. "At this point, no suspects are out there. The community is safe." In a statement on their Facebook page, the SBI said: "The Caswell County Sheriff's Office respo…

"How can a 45-year-old man be proposing to an 18-year-old? What happened to women your age?" - Lady questions men who pursue much younger partners A lady has stirred conversation online after questioning why some older men choose to pursue relationships with much younger women. In the video, she questioned why a 45-yea…

…46 Serena Williams is set to make another tennis comeback at the age of 44. The American icon, who has 23 majors in an incredible career, will take to the court with sister Venus Williams for the first time in nearly four years at this month's Cincinnati Open.Organizers of the event announced this week that the legenda…

…sir, to use your influence to promote peace and allow the people of Osun choose their candidates freely,” he said. Referencing his personal ties to Imo State through his wife, Chioma, Davido said, “We have mutual connections, and I have a deep connection to Imo State. My wife, Chioma, is from the state, which makes thi…

…with illness, leaving her fans and colleagues in mourning. Osoba's journey with breast cancer, marked by her determination to raise awareness and funds for her treatment, showcases not only her resilience but also the support of her peers during a critical time.

…to the committee to help recover the funds, The Cable reported.Background to the PFIPC scandalThe controversy over the PFIPC has drawn in Femi Gbajabiamila, chief of staff to President Bola Tinubu, whom Adeyemi claims issued his appointment letter, an allegation Gbajabiamila has denied. Adeyemi was arrested on July 14…

…having to choose between education and sports by creating an environment where both can be pursued simultaneously. He added that the initiative would gradually integrate structured sports development pathways into basic and senior secondary education, expand opportunities for young people, reduce youth involvement in c…

…pay my staff, procure items for my business and cater for my family and dependants. How can I make a profit? It is no longer easy. The outage is affecting my business negatively,” he said. An ice and sachet water producer also told Vanguard that she had suspended production pending the restoration of electricity, sayin…