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  • 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.

    Lagos

    Lagos State government

    Lagos govt begins stakeholder engagement on Ikotun junction upgrade

    The proposed upgrade covers the intersection of Ijegun, Isolo, and Idimu roads and aims to improve traffic flow, connectivity, and mobility in the area.

    States

    Calabar

    Fire guts Calabar mall

    The inferno reportedly started around 7:00 a.m. in a section of the mall before spreading rapidly and growing into a huge fire.

    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.