Saturday, August 22, 2026

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  • Anti-Corruption

    ICPC

    ICPC uncovers another fake agency operating in Tinubu’s govt

    Mr Aliyu said the fake agency was discovered during ongoing investigations into the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council. 

    Nationwide

    Atiku Abubakar and Bola Tinubu

    Atiku pleads with FBI not to shield Tinubu, says president danger to Nigerians not Americans

    “Our message is simple: Protect your investigators. Protect your sources. Protect your methods. But do not protect the truth from Nigerians,” Mr Atiku said.

    Agriculture

    Someone spraying pesticide on a farm

    Iran develops plant-based alternatives to chemical pesticides

    The new product is part of a broader effort in Iran to expand biological pest-control technologies and reduce reliance on chemical treatments.

    OPINION

    Backstory of Osun poll, and what’s next for Adeleke

    Why does Adeleke insist on supporting Tinubu, despite opposition by many of his supporters, including his nephew, Davido, who cite the governor’s raw deal at the hands of the APC?

    President Tinubu, terminate the dodgy £746 million ports deal

    To my fellow citizens, this deal will worsen Nigeria’s fiscal and economic future. I have spoken. You have a voice. Use it.

    Osun election shows all is not fair in Nigerian politics

    The Osun governorship election has now provided an important measure of where Nigeria stands.

    Azu Ishiekwene: Osun Decides: From dance steps to war footing

    Osun state has a reputation for controversies bigger than its size. It ranks 26th nationally in terms of voter population and is six out of six in the South-West.

    Uba Sani and the making of history

    Governor Uba Sani, since assuming office, has been matching his campaign promises with deeds.

    WPC’s date clash with African Energy Week deserves a proper explanation

    Scheduling the 2026 World Petroleum Congress almost directly against Africa’s flagship energy gathering risks forcing governments and industry leaders into an unnecessary choice.

    Sport

    Chinese humanoid robot ‘Lightning’ beats Usain Bolt’s 100m world record

    The robot’s time also edged Bolt’s world record of 9.58 seconds in the men’s 100m, which the Jamaican set at the 2009 World Athletics Championships in Berlin.

    Faith

    Isese Day: Lagos traditional ruler urges peaceful elections in 2027

    Isese Day: Lagos traditional ruler urges peaceful elections in 2027

    The traditional ruler said the forthcoming general elections should promote tolerance, reject hate speech and strengthen interfaith dialogue across the country.