Monday, August 31, 2026

Politics

August 18, 2026

Gov Alia nominates six new commissioners, seeks Benue assembly’s approval

The governor said the nominations were intended to strengthen the state executive council by filling existing vacancies and replacing outgoing members.

Governor Hyacinth Alia
August 18, 2026

Tinubu pledges peaceful campaign ahead of 2027 elections

“Let us remember that elections are not a do-or-die affair. We are partners in the project of nation-building,” he said.

President Bola Tinubu
August 18, 2026

Lagos APC targets three million votes for Tinubu in 2027

Mr Ojelabi said the party’s performance in the 2023 presidential election was disappointing, and urged members to use the 2027 election to redeem its image.

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August 18, 2026

I would have delivered Osun to Tinubu even if people voted against APC: Wike

Mr Wike insisted the outcome of the election would have been different if he had been on the federal government team that went to Osun State.

Bola Tinubu in a jolly mood with Wike.
August 18, 2026

Osun Poll: Gov. Adeleke discredits ADC’s collaboration claim with Accord to defeat APC

Mr Abdullahi said anyone familiar with what happened in Osun State knew the role his party played to secure the victory for the Accord.

ADC and Accord logos
August 18, 2026

Lar leadership institute inaugurates planning committee

A committee has been inaugurated to oversee preparations for the formal launch of the Solomon and Mary Lar Institute for Leadership scheduled for October 27 in Abuja.

Solomon Lar
August 18, 2026

APC governors, chieftains in Osun on election day acted like bullies, undermining democracy: Jonathan

Mr Jonathan censured the national ruling party for attempting to bully and intimidate Osun voters on Saturday, warning them against becoming a menace to society.

APC governors in Osun and Former President Goodluck Jonathan
August 18, 2026

Eti-Osa council boss pledges improved staff welfare

Eti-Osa LG has reaffirmed its commitment to staff welfare and a conducive working environment to motivate employees to contribute meaningfully to the council’s development.

Adeola Adetoro
August 18, 2026

Nasarawa electoral commissioner dumps APC for SDP

Samuel Tsebe, a member of the Nasarawa State Independent Electoral Commission, has resigned his membership of the All Progressives Congress with immediate effect.

Samuel Tsebe
August 18, 2026

APM wins Bauchi local govt elections

Some opposition parties boycotted the elections, alleging that the exercise contravened the 2026 Bauchi State Electoral Act.

APM members in Bauchi