Osun State

Nigeria INEC challenges and credibility for 2027 elections

25 clusters · 65 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: INEC urges Nigerian political parties to increase women's representation

The Federal High Court in Abuja issued judgments in May 2026 voiding key provisions of INEC’s 2027 election timetable, ruling the commission exceeded its powers. While INEC appealed, the court later issued new Pre-Electi

Nigeria 2027: APC rallies, Tinubu endorsements

56 clusters · 94 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: INEC warns of fines and jail for abusive 2027 campaign rhetoric

The All Progressives Congress (APC) keeps tightening its grip ahead of the 2027 presidential election. President Bola Tinubu’s Muslim‑Muslim ticket with former Borno governor Kashim Shettima continues to draw criticism f

Road accidents on Nigerian expressways

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Nigeria road accidents claim multiple lives on major expressways

Road accidents on major Nigerian expressways have caused significant disruption and loss of life. In late August, a trailer crash on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway near the Simawa axis resulted in severe traffic gridlock, f

Nigeria 2027 election political developments

224 clusters · 166 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: APC leaders address party unity and defections in Bayelsa and Ondo

As the 2027 election cycle advances, the administration of President Bola Tinubu faces escalating criticism from religious leaders and political opponents regarding economic hardship and election integrity. Cardinal Joh

NICA credit access and management advocacy in Nigeria

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: NICA urges Nigerian manufacturers to professionalize trade credit management

The National Institute of Credit Administration (NICA) has been advocating for systemic improvements to credit access and management within the Nigerian economy. Initially, NICA Registrar and CEO Prof. Chris Onalo calle

Nigeria youth empowerment and political participation

6 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Nigerian youth empowerment and political participation take center stage

Nigeria is advancing initiatives to strengthen national stability and youth engagement through policy development and grassroots mobilization. The government, via the Office for Strategic Preparedness and Resilience and

Nigeria digital misinformation and civic education efforts

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: National Digital Peace Ambassadors launch campaign against online misinformation

Nigeria has initiated several programs aimed at enhancing digital literacy and combating misinformation to protect democratic processes. Initial efforts focused on civic education and information integrity. The youth-le

Ademola Adeleke wins re-election in Osun State

6 clusters · 93 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Ademola Adeleke initiates reconciliation efforts in Osun State

Governor Ademola Adeleke of the Accord Party secured a second term in Osun State following the August 15, 2026, governorship election, defeating All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate Bola Oyebamiji. While the electio

Statements by Senate President Godswill Akpabio

2 clusters · 28 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Nigeria: Tinubu expands CNG infrastructure and urges NLNG to reduce gas flaring

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has made several public statements regarding governance and political strategy in Nigeria. In Osogbo, Akpabio addressed the upcoming Osun State governorship election, advising the All P

Nigerian political leadership and democratic integrity

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Goodluck Jonathan criticizes election interference and calls for meritocracy

Discussions regarding Nigerian democratic integrity and political conduct have centered on the legacy and recent commentary of former President Goodluck Jonathan. Senator Nenadi Usman, National Chairman of the Labour Pa

Infrastructure development in Ondo State

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Ondo State Governor flags off 2.38km Akure flyover project

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has officially launched the construction of a 2.38-kilometre flyover in Akure, the capital of Ondo State. The project, which includes 94 spans, will span the Oyemekun–Oba Adesida Road corridor f

Osun State election violence relief fund initiative

2 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Osun State establishes committee for N500m election violence relief fund

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke announced the creation of a N500 million Election Violence Victims Endowment Fund to assist verified victims and their families. The initiative includes a commitment to provide univers

APC strategic repositioning in Osun State

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: APC chieftain calls for strategic repositioning in Osun State

Following a recent governorship election loss in Osun State, APC chieftain Olatunbosun Oyintiloye has called for the party to avoid “post-election blame games.” Oyintiloye advocated for a comprehensive assessment of th

Osun election tension: account freeze and security concerns

55 clusters · 101 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: President Tinubu directs EFCC to unfreeze Osun State accounts

As the August 15, 2026, Osun State governorship election approached, financial and political tensions escalated significantly. On August 5, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) obtained a court order to fr

Nigeria 2027 presidential election preparations

2 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Adebisi Moses Olusoji named DLA presidential candidate for 2027

Political parties in Nigeria are organizing for the 2027 general election. At the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) national convention in Bauchi, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde announced former Department of State Services

Osogbo shooting involving Davido and Governor Adeleke

2 clusters · 31 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Osun State Police investigate killing of man in Osogbo

On August 19, 2026, a shooting incident in the Ita-Olokan area of Osogbo, Osun State, resulted in the death of 60-year-old Tajudeen Yusuf. The incident occurred near the palace of the Ataoja of Osogbo following a visit b

Nigerian political endorsements for 2027 election

2 clusters · 26 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: Adeleke withdraws EFCC lawsuit following President Tinubu's intervention

Political figures in Nigeria have issued varying stances regarding President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s potential 2027 re-election. The media team for the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, issued a formal de

Osun State gubernatorial election violence and results

2 clusters · 49 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: Osun Election: Ademola Adeleke wins re-election amid vote-buying allegations

The 2026 Osun State gubernatorial election has been marked by reports of political violence, fatalities, and significant allegations of financial misconduct. Following the August 15 election, Ademola Adeleke of the Accor

SERAP electoral transparency advocacy in Nigeria

2 clusters · 20 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: Osun State election: SERAP calls for probe into vote-buying and violence

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) continues to advocate for transparency in Nigeria’s electoral processes, focusing on both the 2026 Osun State governorship election and preparations for the 20

NSCDC security operations in Nigeria

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: NSCDC praised by CSOs for professionalism during Osun election

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) initiated several regional security operations across Nigeria, including efforts in the Federal Capital Territory, Osun State, and Abia State. In Osun State, Commandan

Osun State 2026 gubernatorial election security

5 clusters · 34 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: Osun Election: Lawmaker arrested with 146 suspects and 200 voter cards

Tensions in Osun State escalated during the August 15 governorship election due to reports of electoral malpractice and security operations. During the voting period, the Osun State Police Command arrested Accord Party l

Osun State governorship election preparations

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: National Assembly delegation monitors Osun election preparedness

Preparations for the Osun State governorship election in Nigeria have involved multiple layers of monitoring and oversight. The European Union activated a Joint Election Observation Hub under the EU Support to Democratic

Osun State election monitoring and misinformation efforts

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 29 days ago

Latest: Nigeria election monitoring and voter confidence concerns

In preparation for the Osun State governorship election scheduled for August 15, 2026, various organizations have launched initiatives to combat misinformation and monitor potential violence. FactCheck Africa inaugurate

Investigation into Senator Francis Fadahunsi

2 clusters · 44 sources · last updated about 1 month ago

Latest: Osun State election: Candidates withdraw to back Adeleke as legal probe begins

Senator Francis Fadahunsi of the All Progressives Congress (APC) remains under investigation following a viral video in which he allegedly used inflammatory language and threatened to ‘kill Accord’ members during a campa