Osun 2026 Election: 5 Things To Avoid On Election Day
Osun State voters head to polls on August 15, 2026, to elect a governor. INEC outlines five key things to avoid on election day to stay within the law and avoid criminal prosecution.
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6 Oldest Candidates in Osun 2026 Governorship Election
Thirteen candidates contest the Osun governorship election on August 15, 2026. The oldest is Clement Adesuyi, 69, of APP. Yemisi Opawoye, 64, is the only female.
Osun 2026 Governorship: 6 Key Facts Voters Must Know
Over 2.3 million voters in Osun State will elect a governor on August 15, 2026. Incumbent Adeleke faces 13 challengers, with APC and ADC as main rivals. INEC deploys 5,130 BVAS and 15,000 security operatives.
9 Factors That Will Decide Osun 2026 Governorship Election
Over 2.3 million Osun voters choose among 14 candidates on Saturday, with Adeleke, Oyebamiji, and Salam in a tight race. Key factors include party dynamics, Davido's influence, and vote-buying fears.
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UK Lists 9 Categories Exempt from English Test for Settlement
The UK government has published nine categories of people exempt from the English language test for settlement in 2026, including domestic violence victims, refugees, and Commonwealth veterans.
Fadahunsi Denies AI Video Threat After Davido Shares Clip
Senator Fadahunsi appeared on TVC News to deny threatening Accord members in Osun State, calling the viral video shared by Davido an AI fabrication, as Governor Adeleke demands arrest.
Austria Citizenship Test Exemptions for Two Foreigner Categories
Austria exempts foreigners under 14 and those with certain health conditions from its citizenship test, as stated on the government's official website.
Kwankwaso: Tinubu Runs Muslim-Christian Ticket at Home
Kwankwaso says Tinubu practices Muslim-Christian ticket with First Lady Remi, countering Sheikh Jingir's call for Muslim-Muslim ticket in 2027.
Adeleke Calls Oyinlola 'Paperweight' Over Car Gift, Defection
Osun Governor Adeleke publicly accused former Governor Oyinlola of disloyalty, claiming he gifted him a car only for Oyinlola to defect to APC and withdraw support ahead of the 2026 election.
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Senator Fadahunsi Denies Kill Accord Video, Says AI-Generated
Senator Francis Fadahunsi says the viral video of him urging APC members to kill Accord party members in Osun is AI-generated, not real.
UAE Sets Monthly Income Threshold for Foreigners Seeking Residency
The UAE has published monthly income requirements for foreigners seeking residency permits: AED 3,000 with employer housing, or AED 4,000 without, as stated on its official website.
UK Exempts 8 Work Visas from English Test for Settlement in 2026
The UK government has confirmed that holders of eight work visa categories, including Skilled Worker and Innovator Founder, are exempt from the English language requirement when applying for settlement in 2026.
Peter Obi Slams APC Senator Over Threatening Remarks Ahead of Osun Poll
Peter Obi condemns Senator Fadahunsi's alleged threat-laden comments before Osun election, demands retraction and apology, urges security agencies to act.
Senator Clarifies 'Kill Accord' Remark
Senator Francis Fadahunsi clarified his 'kill Accord' comment as a political metaphor urging APC supporters to defeat Accord Party at the polls, not a literal call to violence.
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Oyo 2026 security: QR-code Okada jackets, night ban, forest guards
Oyo State tightens 2026 security with QR-code Okada jackets, night riding ban, 1,000 forest guards, and surveillance aircraft to combat insecurity.
Peter Obi Lists Professionals Aiding Election Rigging
Peter Obi names professors, lawmakers, SANs, and judges in a warning about Nigeria's electoral crisis, citing forgery removal and judicial complicity.
Osun Police Summon Senator Over Kill Threat Video
Osun Police summon Senator Francis Fadahunsi after video shows him threatening to kill Accord Party members in Ilesa; Governor Adeleke demands arrest, citing national security threat ahead of Saturday's governorship election.
10 LGAs That May Shape Osun Governorship Election
Adeleke, Oyebamiji, and Salaam battle in 10 battleground LGAs that may decide the Osun governorship election, with all three from Osun West.
Ebonyi Assembly Passes Law Capping Rent, Agency Fees, Scrap Trade
Ebonyi State House of Assembly passes law regulating rent, agency fees, and scrap trading; unlicensed dealers face up to 2 years in prison or ₦500,000 fine.
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INEC Extends Candidate Submission Deadline to 11 August
INEC extends the deadline for parties to submit governorship and state assembly candidates for 2027 to 11 August, following appeals. PVC replacement window ends 9 August.
NIS Deploys Passport Intervention Team to UK in August 2026
The Nigeria Immigration Service will deploy a Passport Intervention Team to the UK starting 10 August 2026, to process pending, new, and renewal passport applications for Nigerians in the country.
ADC Secretary Aregbesola: No Other Woman Since 1983 Marriage
ADC National Secretary Rauf Aregbesola, campaigning in Osun, declared he has been faithful to wife Sherifat since 1983, citing fear of God, and urged voters to protect their ballots ahead of the August 15 election.
EU denies rejecting INEC invitation for 2027 election observation
The EU has dismissed reports that it rejected INEC's invitation to observe Nigeria's 2027 elections, confirming it received the letter and will deploy an Electoral Expert Mission.
Katsina Opposition Splinters: Inuwa Back to APC, Daura Joins APM
Katsina's opposition coalition fractures as Mustapha Inuwa returns to APC and Lawal Daura joins APM, citing ADC's flawed candidate selection process.
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Tinubu Meets Catholic Bishops: Economy, Security, 2027 Elections
President Tinubu met Catholic bishops on 28 July 2026, discussing security, economy, and 2027 elections. Bishops raised concerns, with Cardinal Onaiyekan later saying the nation is 'bleeding.'
Syria court sentences ex-President Bashar al-Assad to death
Syria's Criminal Court in Damascus sentenced former President Bashar al-Assad to death for premeditated murder, war crimes, and crimes against humanity, marking the first ruling against him since his ouster in 2024.
Nnanna Ama assumes office as new Anambra police commissioner
Nnanna Ama assumes office as Anambra police commissioner after predecessor's promotion. He pledges to consolidate security gains and boost collaboration.
NCAA urges aviation unions to suspend Air Peace strike
NCAA appeals to aviation unions to suspend industrial action against Air Peace, citing flight disruptions and passenger inconvenience, urging dialogue.
NHRC Seeks Arrest of Cleric Jingir Over Muslim-Muslim Remarks
The NHRC calls for the arrest of Sheikh Sani Jingir over hate speech and incitement linked to his support for a Muslim-Muslim ticket in 2027, urging security agencies to act.
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Davido Urges Trump to Monitor Osun Governorship Election
Nigerian singer Davido has appealed to US President Donald Trump and the international community to monitor the Osun State governorship election, citing concerns over possible violence and disruption of the democratic process.
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