…and young voices into the process. Alongside emerging political and professional actors such as Pelumi Olajengbesi, he helped give the campaign a youthful, energetic and culturally resonant face.While the opposition deliberately activated its most recognisable young figures, our party largely relied on a structure domi…

…eight years of marriage, with Ashley citing their different stages of life and goals as factors in the decision.Michael Darby and Ashley Boalch share a moment together. Photo: Shannon Finney/BravoImagesAshley filed for divorce in November 2024, and their divorce was finalised on 10 February 2025. The former couple shar…

…the rehabilitation of the Port Harcourt facility and the involvement of foreign contractors, saying such concerns should not be dismissed in a democratic setting and public officials should be held accountable for their actions. Marketers back Tinubu However, the Port Harcourt Refinery Host Community Bulk Petroleum Ret…

…all Osun residents, including those who voted against him, while calling on political actors to respect the outcome and 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,…

…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…

…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…

…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…

…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…

…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…

…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…

…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…

…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…

…ground for future stars. Among those who passed through its ranks were celebrated actors such as Kareem Adepoju (Baba Wande), Lere Paimo (Eda), Professor Kola Oyewo and Dayo Akinpelu, all of whom would go on to become prominent figures in Yoruba theatre and Nollywood. For mama, the stage became both a workplace and a s…

…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…

…sensitisation of institutions, industry stakeholders, academics and other relevant actors. She said the new approach represented a major departure from the previous structure of agricultural training. “Don’t forget, the directive given to us when we were carrying out this assignment is that we should go 80 per cent pra…

…election. Photo Adeleke>During an exclusive chat with Legit.ng, Okwuosa listed the 3 factors that could decide the Adeleke vs Oyebamiji racePAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Adeleke's strengths heading into the electionAdeleke, who won in 2022 under the Peoples Democratic…

…capacity, and strengthen Nigeria’s oil and gas value chain. “For operators and contractors, it means faster access to funding. For regulators, stronger oversight and improved data collation. For investors, it is a source of increased confidence. And for Nigeria, a more efficient system that ensures the Fund continues t…

…his position, Abdullahi said Tinubu’s statement could be interpreted by political actors as giving them latitude to engage in unacceptable conduct in the pursuit of electoral victory. “When the President of the Federal Republic says ‘all is fair in politics,’ it means that you can maim, you can kill, you can steal, you…

…and improved service delivery. Under the Public Service Rules, promotion is tied to factors including qualifications, experience, training, performance and the skills and competence required under the scheme of service for the particular cadre. The rules also provide for structured and sustained training and continuous…