Wednesday, September 23, 2026

Politics

September 21, 2026

Christian candidates will punish Nigerian Muslims if elected in 2027 elections: APC Lawmaker Ibrahim Shittu

“Anyone who selects a Christian candidate for governor, let us reject them and not vote for them. If we vote for them, they will punish Muslims,” the lawmaker alleged.

Ibrahim Shittu
September 21, 2026

Gov Oborevwori congratulates Nigeria’s first lady on 66th birthday

Mr Oborevwori also described her as an “Amazon” whose public engagements and humanitarian interventions have continued to complement the federal government’s efforts.

September 21, 2026

Navy chief urges cadets to uphold democratic values

The chief of training (Nigerian Navy) has charged passing-out cadets of the Nigerian Defence Academy to uphold democratic values and safeguard Nigeria’s national interests.

September 21, 2026

Ooni begins seven-day spiritual seclusion, urges Nigerian politicians to be selfless

The Ooni of Ife, Adeyeye Ogunwusi, on Sunday, began a seven-day spiritual seclusion ahead of the 2026 Olojo Festival in Ile-Ife, Osun State, from September 24 to 28.

Ooni of Ife
September 20, 2026

2027: North-Central youths back Tinubu’s re-election bid

The North-Central Renewed Hope Youth Vanguard endorsed President Bola Tinubu for a second term.

PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU
September 20, 2026

Tinubu applauds INEC on by-elections in four states, congratulates winners

Mr Tinubu also commended voters and security agencies for maintaining peace and order during the elections.

Tinubu, INEC
September 20, 2026

Crisis hits Obi-Kwankwaso campaign as OK Movement, NDC fight over structure

National secretary Saadatu Sani called on the NDC national chairman to withdraw statements considered defamatory and apologise to the OK Movement and Mr Ughulu. 

OK Movement, NDC
September 20, 2026

Labour Party won’t participate in Oyo LG elections, says secretary

The party’s state general secretary, Fatai Ojetunde, said LP had participated in previous elections without seeing tangible outcomes.

Labour Party (LP)
September 20, 2026

City Boy Movement reiterates commitment to grassroots mobilisation in Oyo

The City Boy Movement reaffirmed its commitment to aggressive grassroots mobilisation in Oyo ahead of 2027.

The City Boy Movement logo.