APC Youth Leader Urges Party to Face 'Bitter Truths' After Osun Loss
APC National Youth Leader Dr. Dayo Israel calls for honest reflection after the party's defeat in the Osun governorship election, citing deep internal problems ahead of 2027.
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Adeleke: Elder Brother Dr Adeleke Is My Father Figure
Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke reveals his elder brother Dr Adeleke is a father figure, treating him like a child despite his position.
Adeleke Emotional as Osun Workers Celebrate His Victory
Governor Ademola Adeleke expressed deep emotion after thousands of Osun workers gathered in Osogbo to celebrate his August 15 election victory, calling it a collective win for all residents.
APM Wins All 20 Chairmanship Seats in Bauchi LG Polls
The Allied People's Movement (APM) won all 20 chairmanship seats in Bauchi's local government elections, with BASIEC announcing 319 councillorship seats also secured by the party.
Political Office is Temporary, Gov Okpebholo Tells Edo Lawmakers
Edo Governor Monday Okpebholo urged lawmakers to shelve differences after Speaker Blessing Agbebaku resigned amid impeachment threats over alleged vehicle procurement fraud.
British High Commission Congratulates Adeleke on Osun Re-election
The British High Commission has congratulated Ademola Adeleke on his re-election as Osun State Governor, praising the electoral process while flagging concerns over voter interference, vote-buying, and limited BVAS devices.
Doris Ogala Vows to Become Abia Governor, Challenges Otti
Nollywood actress Doris Ogala declares she will be Abia State's next governor, citing a divine mandate and challenging Governor Alex Otti's development claims.
Priest: World Moves On 24 Hours After Archbishop's Death
Rev. Kelvin Ugwu says Archbishop Akubueze's office was filled within 24 hours of his death, urging humility. The world mourns but moves on, he notes.
UAE Sets Three Residence Permit Renewal Fees for Foreigners
The UAE government has announced three mandatory charges for foreigners renewing residence permits: AED 100 each for application, renewal, and smart service, totaling AED 300 (about N110,658).
Adeleke Visits Late Brother's Grave Before Voting
Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke reveals he visited his late brother's grave before voting, seeking prayers for a psychological boost ahead of casting his ballot.
Foundation Honours 3 Civil Servants at 2026 Civil Service Week
The Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation awarded three federal civil servants at the 2026 Civil Service Week in Abuja, with prizes up to N500,000, and has distributed over N60 million since 2022.
Wike Blames Scavengers, Abuja Master Plan to be Reviewed
Minister Nyesom Wike attributes Abuja flooding to scavengers blocking drains, announces master plan review. He vows to address the issue.
Why Aregbesola's Candidate Lost in Osun, Ojudu Explains
Senator Ojudu Babafemi explains why Aregbesola's candidate failed in the Osun election, citing the 'Baba Hafusa' tag and strategic voting by ADC supporters.
ADC Faction Congratulates Adeleke on Osun Re-election
The Nafiu Bala Gombe-led ADC faction congratulates Governor Ademola Adeleke on his Osun re-election, praising INEC and blaming poor ADC performance on candidate imposition.
RCCG Pastor's 6 PhDs, 4 Master's, 3 Bachelor's Degrees Spark Reactions
Pastor J.F. Odesola, RCCG Assistant General Overseer, holds six PhDs, four master's, and three bachelor's degrees, sparking mixed reactions online.
UAE Sets AED 15,000 Monthly Salary for Friend's Visit Visa Sponsorship
UAE requires foreign residents to earn AED 15,000 (N5.5m) monthly to sponsor a friend's visit visa, per official website. Many Nigerians in UAE may not qualify.
Legit.ng Editor Basit Jamiu Named 2026 UN Reham Al-Farra Fellow
Basit Jamiu, Legit.ng's Current Affairs and Politics Editor, is the only Nigerian selected for the 2026 UN Reham Al-Farra Memorial Journalism Fellowship, run by the United Nations.
Aregbesola Congratulates Adeleke, Urges Unity in Osun
Former Osun Governor Rauf Aregbesola congratulates Ademola Adeleke on his re-election, urges him to unite the state and govern with fairness, while praising ADC candidate Najeem Salaam.
India Supreme Court: Aug 22 Full Working Day, Aug 27 Closed
India's Supreme Court will close on August 27, 2026, making a three-day break from August 26-28. To compensate, August 22 becomes a full working day, with registry open until 5pm.
Oman Deports 2,944 Workers, Fines OMR3.246m in Labour Crackdown
Oman's Ministry of Labour deported 2,944 workers and imposed fines of OMR3.246 million after 6,707 inspections found 11,172 workers in violation of labour regulations.
APC Demands Abia Govt Settle N70bn Pension Arrears, Implement Wage
APC in Abia State urges the government to clear over N70 billion pension and gratuity arrears and fully implement the N70,000 minimum wage, noting retirees receive as low as N4,000 monthly.
APC Youth Leader: Osun Loss Demands Honest Reflection Before 2027
APC National Youth Leader Dr. Dayo Israel says Osun election loss to Adeleke (511,067 votes) demands introspection, not excuses, ahead of 2027, citing Tinubu's restraint, Adeleke's cultural appeal, and Davido's youth mobilisation.
Ecobank Scraps Director Tenure Limit, Keeps 70 Age
Ecobank Transnational Incorporated removes director tenure limit, retaining retirement age of 70. The board approved the change, effective immediately, aligning with shareholder expectations.
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El-Rufai sues ICPC for N10bn over family access denial
El-Rufai has filed a fresh ₦10 billion suit against the ICPC, alleging his wife and son were denied access while in custody, citing constitutional and African Charter rights.
Finland: 5 Conditions for Foreign Children's Permanent Residence
Finland's Migri outlines five conditions for foreign children under 18 to get permanent residence: age, residency, finances, parental consent, and clean record.
Tinubu Hails Babangida at 85, Says He Impacted Nigeria Like No Other
President Tinubu congratulates General Ibrahim Babangida on his 85th birthday, praising his eight-year rule as leaving enduring marks on Nigeria's political, economic, and geographic landscape.
UK, Spain, Germany Reveal Citizenship Test Exemptions
The UK, Spain, and Germany have outlined categories of foreigners exempt from citizenship tests, including age, education, and health conditions, with specific criteria varying by country.
Finland Sets EUR 40,000 Minimum Income for Permanent Residency
Finland requires EUR 40,000 annual income for foreigners seeking permanent residency via new income-based path, effective January 8, 2026.
Wike's Aide Hits Back at Adeyanju Over Abuja Flooding
Lere Olayinka, FCT Minister Wike's spokesperson, has responded to Deji Adeyanju's criticism over Abuja flooding, stating the crisis predates Wike's tenure and the administration is taking preventive steps.
NASF Demands NCAA DG Najomo's Resignation Over Crisis
The National Aviation Stakeholders Forum has called for NCAA Director-General Capt. Chris Najomo to resign over regulatory failures that led to last week's flight disruptions, urging a full investigation into the 5% Ticket Sales Charge.
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