…community organisers, women mobilisers and youth coordinators, arguing that grassroots actors understand their communities and can connect with voters more effectively. Israel identified internal division as another major challenge facing the party and called for reconciliation, accommodation and strategic engagement a…

…further argued that the accused's guilty plea should not be regarded as a mitigating factor due to the seriousness of the offense. The court agreed with the State's submissions and sentenced Mmakgathi to 25 years' direct imprisonment. He was also declared unfit to possess a firearm and may not be released on parole wit…

…alleged institutional interference, Jungudo congratulated Adeleke and urged political actors to put the interests of Osun above partisan considerations. “Overall, the result from Osun is an advance payment by Nigerians against the APC, the balance will come in 2027,” Ememobong said. He alleged that the APC deployed its…

…of greater attention to governance and the welfare of the people, urging political actors to put the interests of Osun State and Nigeria above partisan considerations. “May this victory mark the beginning of an even greater chapter of progress, unity and prosperity for the people of Osun State,” the party said. It furt…

…reforms and federal interventions in Bauchi State and other parts of the country as a factor that resonated with incoming members.Despite the numbers, the party cautioned that membership growth alone was not sufficient. Hassan stressed the need to properly document and absorb the new members into ward and local governm…

…as significant for democracy and the people of Osun State, while urging political actors to draw lessons from the outcome. Dickson: Victory reminder of people’s democratic power Dickson congratulated Adeleke on his re-election, saying the outcome demonstrated that the people could still assert their democratic will thr…

…and determined to ensure that their votes count,” he said. Obi urged 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…

…certain communities, where local monarchs had administered oaths to discourage political actors from disrupting the election or inciting violence. Nonetheless, many polling units reported a generally peaceful atmosphere, with elderly individuals, women, youth, and Persons Living With Disabilities (PWDs) among the thous…

…audiences. No two performances are ever exactly alike; each production is unique because actors and audience members occupy the same physical space and respond to one another in real time. This immediate interaction creates a powerful connection that makes theatre a memorable form of entertainment. Beyond entertainment…

…was concerned that the parliamentary investigation “risks ending without satisfactorily answering the most fundamental questions raised by the scandal.” According to him, the controversy goes beyond allegations of impersonation and forgery against Adeyemi. He said, “It is not an ordinary allegation of impersonation by…

…over reports of vote buying and other forms of electoral inducement, urging political actors to respect voters’ freedom to make independent choices. The coalition, however, commended polling officials for what it described as professionalism and commitment to the electoral process, noting that party agents were present…

…while praying for a peaceful conclusion to the election. Olaoye urged political actors participating in the election to accept the outcome and ensure that the process remained peaceful and credible. Some voters also welcomed the presence of traders around polling units, saying they had the opportunity to buy food and d…

…were disrupting voting in Olorunda and Irewole LGAs, naming a man called Enuku as a key actorThe governor accused security personnel of siding with the APC while urging his supporters to remain calm and defend their votesPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Goog…

…an applicant fails to appear for a scheduled ASC appointment without providing a satisfactory explanation, USA may treat the application as abandoned and close the case. The policy makes clear that people who wish to contest such a decision must file Form I-290B, the Notice of Appeal or Motion, to request that the case…

…susceptible to financial inducements during elections. However, the group said political actors and financiers who inject money into the electoral process should bear primary responsibility, rather than economically desperate voters who accept inducements. It therefore challenged the Independent National Electoral Comm…

Nollywood actor Pa James posted a video of himself cooking and eating on TikTok, which quickly went viral on social mediaFans flooded the comment sections with concern after spotting the veteran actor in the clipsPa James has since responded to the reactions, revealing the real reason he took to the kitchenPAY ATTENTIO…

…the statement read.Movement restriction across Osun stateAlongside the ban on non-state actors, the NPF announced a restriction on the movement of persons and vehicles across Osun State, beginning at midnight on Friday, August 14, 2026, and running until 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 15, 2026. The police said only pers…

…noting that theatre demanded a different level of vulnerability and connection from an actor. “Playing Ayanfe in ‘Surrounded’ was such a beautiful and challenging experience. Theatre is very different because there is nowhere to hide. You are right there with the audience, and every emotion has to be honest and immedia…

…what he described as attacks, intimidation and threats against citizens and political actors in Odo Otin Local Government Area in the past 48 hours, in an address delivered as rival political camps trade separate allegations […] The post #OsunDecides2026: Osun Speaker alleges military attacks in Odo Otin, calls for int…

…driven by political rivalry rather than ordinary criminal behaviour, with political actors 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 nu…

…translate into cheaper retail cooking gas prices in the coming days. Dealers typically factor in transportation, operating costs and local market conditions before determining their final selling prices.For now, Dangote's ₦950 per kilogramme rate is the cheapest among the four clearly visible depots in the update, wh…

…governorship election this year, following Ekiti state's vote in June 2026.Three key factors could give the APC an edge against Governor Ademola Adeleke's Accord in the 2026 Osun state governorship election. Photo @AAdeleke_01>With the next general election due in 2027, Osun is one of the last major electoral tests bef…

…of 46 after suffering an asthma attack which reportedly left her with brain damage.The actor and comedian, best known for starring in the iconic children's sketch show All That, died in Los Angeles on Tuesday after being taken to hospital days earlier.According to TMZ, Knowings suffered an asthma attack on Friday and w…

…up in a family where industry and enterprise were highly valued. Her father was a contractor and an educated multilingual man, while her mother traded to support the family. Like many girls of her generation, formal education was limited. She attended All Saints School, Osogbo, before leaving school around Standard Fou…

…of the party and its candidates across Ogun East senatorial district. He said political actors who share common interests should be able to speak with one voice, particularly in an election year, rather than dissipate their energy working for different political parties. The governor assured the new entrants into the A…