Osun 2026: 10 LGAs with Highest Votes in 2022 Election
Osogbo led with 54,997 valid votes in the 2022 Osun governorship election. The top 10 LGAs contributed 369,221 votes (46%). These areas will be decisive in the 2026 race.
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INEC: 1.9 Million PVCs Collected for Osun Governorship Election
INEC says 1,906,390 PVCs collected out of 2,339,233 registered voters in Osun ahead of Saturday's governorship election, with 432,843 uncollected cards deposited with CBN.
APC Supporter Killed in Osun; NBA Reports 29 Deaths in 73 Incidents
An APC supporter was shot dead in Esa-Oke, Osun State, ahead of the governorship election. NBA reports 29 deaths in 73 violence incidents; INEC confirms 1.9 million PVCs collected.
Osun 2026: Police lockdown, 15,000 officers deployed
Police lock down Osun, deploy 15,000+ officers, 30 CPs for Saturday's governorship election, with vote-buying reports in Osogbo markets.
17 Ex-Governors Eye Senate Seats Ahead of 2027 Elections
At least 17 former Nigerian governors are positioning for Senate seats in 2027, including Senate President Godswill Akpabio, continuing a trend of ex-chief executives seeking legislative influence.
INEC Adds SDP Candidate to Osun Ballot, Now 15 Parties
INEC has added SDP candidate Francis Olugbenga to the Osun governorship ballot, increasing parties from 14 to 15 for the 15 August election.
APC Leaders Arrive Osogbo for Mega Rally Ahead of Osun Poll
Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Governors Hope Uzodimma, Monday Okpebholo, Usman Ododo, and other APC leaders arrived in Osogbo for the party's mega rally ahead of Saturday's governorship election.
Osun Campaign Council Demands Withdrawal of Ebonyi REC
The Imole Campaign Council has called on INEC to withdraw Ebonyi REC Pauline Ugoyenka from Osun, citing her unauthorized presence and alleged risks to the governorship election.
Osun 2025: Grudge Match, Violence Threats, and High Stakes
Osun's Saturday governorship election pits Adeleke against APC's Oyebamiji amid 29 deaths, 73 violent incidents, and a bitter grudge match, with high stakes for Tinubu.
Accord Party faction backs APC's Oyebamiji over Adeleke
Accord Party factional chairman Chris Imumolen withdraws support for Osun PDP candidate Ademola Adeleke, endorses APC's Bola Oyebamiji ahead of Saturday's governorship election.
Osun 2026: Iwo residents assess Adeleke's tenure ahead of poll
Ahead of Osun's 15 August governorship election, Iwo residents share mixed views on Governor Adeleke's tenure, praising road projects but citing unpaid pensions, student welfare gaps, and school security concerns.
Osun Accord Party disowns Imumolen, backs Adeleke
Osun Accord Party rejects Christopher Imumolen's APC endorsement, insists Governor Adeleke remains its sole candidate for Saturday's governorship election.
APM candidate withdraws, endorses Adeleke for Osun governor
Simon Adewale, APM governorship candidate in Osun, withdraws from Saturday's election and endorses incumbent Governor Ademola Adeleke for a second term, citing the need to prioritize state interests.
Makinde's 2027 Presidential Bid Likely to Fail, Analyst Says
Political analyst Omotayo Yusuf predicts Governor Seyi Makinde's 2027 presidential bid under APM will not dent the incumbent's ambition, citing its infancy.
Osun 2026: 3 Factors That Could Decide Adeleke vs Oyebamiji
Public affairs analyst Donald Okwuosa identifies incumbency, Tinubu's stakes, and Adeleke's 2027 pledge as key factors in the Osun governorship race.
Shehu Sani: Only Miracle Can Save Osun Governor in 2026
Senator Shehu Sani says only a miracle or magic can save Osun State's incumbent governor from losing the 2026 governorship election to APC, citing divided opposition and ADC's APC origins.
Osun 2026: ADC, Accord Allege Plot to Arrest Leaders
Opposition parties in Osun allege security agencies plan to arrest key figures, including Rauf Aregbesola, ahead of the August 15, 2026, governorship election.
Osun 2026: Accord chieftain predicts Adeleke defeat
Accord Party chieftain Israel Jagunmolu predicts Governor Ademola Adeleke will lose the 2026 Osun governorship election, citing the party's leadership dispute and legal battles.
Osun 2026: 5 Signs Election Might Not Be Peaceful, Free and Fair
Police probe 30 political killings in Osun ahead of Saturday's governorship poll. A 12-year-old boy was shot, and a senator faces incitement claims. Governor Adeleke warns of 1983-style crisis.
Makinde Picks Ex-DSS Boss Daura as 2027 Running Mate
Governor Seyi Makinde named former DSS Director-General Lawal Daura as his running mate for the 2027 election at the APM convention in Bauchi, replacing placeholder Ibrahim Adamu Bala.
Osun 2026: Adeleke Predicted to Win 22 LGAs, Oyebamiji 8
A Nigerian, Isaac Timi, predicts Adeleke's IMOLE camp wins 22 LGAs, Oyebamiji's AMUBO takes 8 in Osun governorship election.
Adeleke Demands Removal of Ebonyi REC Allegedly in Osun
Osun Governor Adeleke demands INEC remove Ebonyi REC Pauline Ugoyenka, allegedly in Osogbo, citing unauthorized presence ahead of Aug 15 governorship poll.
Igbere Rulers Endorse Kalu for 2027 Re-election
Igbere traditional rulers and residents endorse Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu for 2027 re-election, citing his legislative record since 1999 during his constituency tour.
Peter Obi Urges Neutrality Ahead of Osun Governorship Election
Peter Obi urges INEC, security agencies, and stakeholders to ensure a free and fair Osun governorship election on August 15, 2026, as Nigerians react online.
GSI Survey Predicts Adeleke's Landslide Victory in Osun 2026
A Geopolitics Survey International poll shows Governor Adeleke leading with 79% support ahead of Osun 2026 governorship election, based on 2,100 respondents.
APC Controls 31 States Ahead of Osun Governorship Election
Ahead of the Osun governorship election on August 15, 2026, APC controls 31 states, APM 2, APGA 1, Labour 1, and Accord 1. Adeleke seeks re-election.
Prophet Predicts Adeleke's Victory in 2026 Osun Election
Baba Confirm JP, a Nigerian prophet, predicts Governor Ademola Adeleke will win the August 15, 2026 Osun governorship election, citing his 2022 prophecy as proof.
15 Facts About Osun State Ahead of August 15 Governorship Election
Osun State holds its governorship election on August 15, 2026. Discover 15 key facts about the state's history, culture, and politics as voters prepare to choose their next governor.
Osun 2026: What If Governorship Election Is Inconclusive?
INEC can declare Osun 2026 governorship election inconclusive if cancelled votes exceed margin, triggering supplementary polls in affected units, with history of low turnout.
Senator Fadahunsi: Yoruba Comment Misinterpreted
Senator Francis Fadahunsi clarifies viral video comment was misinterpreted by non-Yoruba speakers, after police questioning over alleged threat to Accord Party members.
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