983 Fail 2026 Bar Final Resit, Pass Rate Drops to 45.3%
Nearly half of 1,955 candidates failed the May 2026 bar final resit, with 983 failing. The pass rate is 45.3%, a sharp decline from 2025's 36.3% failure rate.
Category : Politics
Oyebamiji Raises Alarm Over Post-Election Violence in Osun
APC's Bola Oyebamiji calls for police intervention as violence against party members escalates 24 hours after Osun election, while respecting the electoral outcome.
UAE Residency for Foreign Widows or Divorced Wives of Emiratis
UAE grants Non-Working Residence Permit to foreign women widowed or divorced by Emirati husbands, provided they have at least one child from the marriage, under Article 58 of Cabinet Resolution No. 65 of 2022.
Portugal Publishes Residency Visa Types for Remote Workers, Entrepreneurs
Portugal's government has published an official breakdown of residency visa categories for foreigners, including remote workers, entrepreneurs, and teachers, clarifying application routes.
APC Rejects Osun Gov Election Results, Claims Adeleke Didn't Win
APC's Osun campaign DG, Oluwole Oke, says party won't congratulate Adeleke, disputing INEC's declaration after thorough review.
Access Holdings Delays H1 Results to Sept 30 Over CBN Approval
Access Holdings Plc has postponed its H1 2026 audited financial results to September 30, pending CBN approval, according to a regulatory filing.
Edo Lawmaker Natasha Osawaru Named Minority Leader Amid Rumours
Edo Assembly names Natasha Osawaru Minority Leader during reshuffle. She reacts on Facebook, addressing her new role as a trust amid alleged marriage crisis with 2Baba.
S.Korea President Proposes Talks to End Korean War
South Korean President Lee Myung-bak proposes talks with North Korea to formally end the Korean War, citing the need for peaceful coexistence and denuclearization.
Adeleke Set to Win Osun Governorship, INEC Collates Final Results
Ademola Adeleke of Accord Party is set to be declared winner of Osun governorship election with 511,067 votes against APC's 444,811, a margin of 66,256 votes, according to INEC results from all 30 LGAs.
APC Agents Absent as Osun Governorship Result Collation Ends
APC officials and agents were absent during the final collation of Osun governorship election results at INEC HQ in Osogbo, signaling the party's apparent concession. Ademola Adeleke of Accord Party led with over 60,000 votes.
Tinubu urged to intervene in NIS unpaid allowances
Civil liberties advocate Steve Aluko urges President Tinubu to address unpaid allowances owed to Nigeria Immigration Service officers abroad, with some owed up to 15 months.
Osun Residents Hail INEC for Credible Governorship Election
Residents of Ede North and Ede South in Osun State praised INEC for a peaceful governorship election, celebrating Governor Adeleke's victory and urging improvements before the presidential poll.
NYSC Commends Corps Members for Discipline in Osun Election
NYSC Osun coordinator Ekeng Kubiangha praised corps members for their discipline and commitment during Saturday's governorship election, which saw Ademola Adeleke declared winner.
Davido Celebrates Uncle Adeleke's Re-election as Osun Governor
Afrobeats star Davido celebrated his uncle, Governor Ademola Adeleke, after INEC declared him winner of the Osun governorship election with 511,067 votes.
Adeleke Thanks Tinubu for Call, Expects APC Rival to Congratulate
Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke says President Tinubu called to congratulate him after his re-election win, and he expects his APC challenger Bola Oyebamiji to do the same.
Obi Hails Adeleke's Osun Victory, Says Democracy Wins
Peter Obi congratulates Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke on re-election, calls victory a historic democratic achievement for Nigeria, urges citizens to protect votes in 2027.
Bauchi APC Welcomes 150,000 New Members in Political Shift
Bauchi APC confirms over 150,000 new members joined, citing Tinubu's performance and health reforms, with lists presented by party leaders.
Tinubu Congratulates Adeleke on Osun Re-election, Urges Unity
President Tinubu congratulates Osun Governor Adeleke on re-election, urging unity and praising democratic process. Adeleke polled 511,067 votes to defeat APC's Oyebamiji.
Tinubu Congratulates Adeleke, Urges Unity After Osun Victory
President Tinubu congratulates Governor Adeleke on Osun re-election, urges unity, praises INEC, in a statement by Bayo Onanuga.
UNIOSUN VC Congratulates Adeleke on Re-election
UNIOSUN Vice-Chancellor Odunayo Adebooye congratulates Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election, praising the mandate as a democratic victory for Osun citizens and affirming trust in his leadership.
NGF Congratulates Adeleke on Reelection, Hails Voter Turnout
The Nigeria Governors' Forum congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke on his reelection, commended Osun voters for high turnout, and praised security agencies and President Tinubu.
APC Youth Leader Names Tinubu, Adeleke, Davido as Osun Influencers
APC Youth Leader Dayo Israel says Tinubu's restraint, Adeleke's grassroots appeal, and Davido's youth mobilization defined Osun governorship election, which Adeleke won with 511,067 votes.
AU Reopens Sudan Liaison Office to Boost Peace Efforts
The African Union plans to reopen its Khartoum liaison office, aiming to strengthen peace efforts in Sudan, but faces security and neutrality challenges.
Kebbi Governor Drops Deputy, Picks New Running Mate for 2027
Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris replaces Deputy Umar Tafida with Ibrahim Augie as running mate for 2027, citing legal hurdles from 2023 litigation; deputy's aide disputes consent claim.
Edo Assembly Speaker Resigns Amid Impeachment Moves
Edo Assembly Speaker Blessing Agbebaku resigned Monday amid impeachment moves. Yekini Idiaye emerged as new speaker, citing poor leadership and corruption.
APC Chieftain Blames Internal Divisions for Osun Defeat
APC chieftain Farouk Aliyu attributes the party's Osun governorship defeat to internal divisions and candidate emergence resentment, not external factors.
Edo Assembly Speaker Yekini Idiaye Sworn In, Pledges Support
Edo Assembly Speaker Yekini Idiaye says leadership change aligns legislature with Governor Okpebholo's agenda, citing corruption and poor leadership under former speaker.
First Lady to Launch Food Bank, Commission Projects in Ogun
Governors, wives, and dignitaries will gather in Ogun State on Tuesday for the zonal launch of the National Community Food Bank Programme, led by First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, who will also commission key projects.
Abiodun Congratulates Adeleke on Re-election as Osun Governor
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun congratulates Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke on his 15 August election victory, praising the peaceful conduct and democratic strength.
Otti Felicitates Babangida at 85, Hails Abia Creation
Governor Alex Otti congratulates former Military President Ibrahim Babangida on his 85th birthday, crediting his 1991 decision for creating Abia State and praising his visionary leadership.
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