Month: August 2026
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Nigeria and South Africa square off in 2027 Women’s World Cup qualifier
Nigeria and South Africa face each other on Thursday night in a play-off for a place in the 2027 Women's World Cup after both were knocked out of the 2026 WAFCON.
August 13, 2026
Simon Lalong Pays Tribute to Late Plateau Speaker Peter Azi
Senator Simon Lalong expresses grief over the death of former Plateau State House of Assembly Speaker, Peter Azi, honoring his contributions to the state and his commitment to public service.
August 13, 2026
Oyinlola disputes Adeleke’s account regarding vehicle gift
Former Governor Olagunsoye Oyinlola has refuted claims made by Governor Ademola Adeleke, asserting that a vehicle he received was a legal entitlement from the state rather than a personal political gift.
August 13, 2026
Osun Governorship Election: Kwara Police Chief Demands Professionalism and Impartiality from Officers
Kwara State Commissioner of Police Ojo Adekimi has ordered officers deployed to the Osun State election to maintain strict professionalism, neutrality, and adherence to legal standards.
August 13, 2026
Oyinlola Defends His Endorsement of Oyebamiji
Olagunsoye Oyinlola has defended his choice to support the APC governorship candidate, Biodun Oyebamiji, citing Governor Adeleke’s lack of consultation and uneven project distribution as primary reasons for his decision.
August 13, 2026
Osun State Records 1.9 Million PVC Collections Ahead of Upcoming Election
INEC has confirmed that over 1.9 million voters in Osun State have collected their PVCs, representing 81.50 percent of the electorate, with the commission declaring full readiness for the upcoming Saturday poll.
August 13, 2026
Federal Government Brokers Agreement Between Airlines and Unions to Settle Aviation Dispute
Government officials, airline operators, and aviation unions have agreed on new financial and labor policies to resolve recent disputes and restore stability to the Nigerian aviation industry.
August 13, 2026
Osun Governorship Election: Police Exclude Amotekun and Local Hunters from Security Duties
The Nigeria Police Force has barred local security groups like Amotekun and hunters from participating in Saturday's Osun governorship election, opting instead to deploy 15,000 official personnel and aerial surveillance.
August 13, 2026
Ghana’s Black Queens Secure Spot in World Cup Playoffs
Ghana’s Black Queens came from behind to beat Côte d’Ivoire 2-1, earning a spot in the December Intercontinental World Cup Playoffs.
August 13, 2026
Osun Government Petitions Court to Investigate Senator Fadahunsi Over Alleged Election Threats
The Osun State Government has requested a court-ordered investigation into Senator Francis Fadahunsi following allegations of inciting violence against political opponents ahead of the state's governorship election.
August 13, 2026