# governorship (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 4 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover governorship. Page: Feed: --- ## [Troops Rescue Kidnap Victim, Foil Terrorist Attack in Kaduna, Sokoto](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/22/troops-rescue-kidnap-victim-foil-terrorist-attack-in-kaduna-sokoto/) _2026-08-22 · Olu James-Rapheal · The Verdict_ Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have rescued a kidnapped victim in Kaduna State and foiled a terrorist attack in Sokoto State as security forces intensify operations against terrorists across the North-West. The latest operations, conducted on August 20 and 21, 2026, recorded significant successes in Kaduna and Sokoto \[…\] The post Troops Rescue Kidnap Victim,… ## [Inside Nigeria’s New Fake Agency, 20 State Coordinators, Reps In US, China](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/22/inside-nigerias-new-fake-agency-20-state-coordinators-reps-in-us-china/) _2026-08-22 · Olu James-Rapheal · The Verdict_ Details emerged on the alleged fake National Brands Development and Made in Nigeria Special Project Office, including who runs it and its structure spanning several states and two foreign countries, with an acclaimed national coordinator, zonal directors, state coordinators, and representatives in the United States and China. Looking through the agency’s website, it listed \[…\] The post Inside… ## [2027: Obi Challenges Nigerians to Choose Competence Over Ethnicity, Religion](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/22/2027-obi-challenges-nigerians-to-choose-competence-over-ethnicity-religion/) _2026-08-22 · Olu James-Rapheal · The Verdict_ Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has urged Nigerians to make the 2027 general election a decisive contest of competence, capacity, character, compassion and commitment, rather than one driven by ethnicity, religion or other divisive sentiments. Obi made the call on Friday in Onitsha, Anambra State, during a world \[…\] The post 2027: Obi Challenges… ## [Imo Govt Launches First Robotic Surgery & Oncology Centre in Owerri, Prof.Kingley Ekwueme Says, “We Are Ready to Treat All Kinds of Cancerous Diseases”](https://thepressman.com.ng/?p=41921&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=imo-govt-launches-first-robotic-surgery-oncology-centre-in-owerri-prof-kingley-ekwueme-says-we-are-ready-to-treat-all-kinds-of-cancerous-diseases) _2026-08-21 · admin@pressman.com.ng · ThePressman Newspaper_ By Dan Opara (Danjay) The Imo State Government, under the Shared Prosperity Administration of Governor Hope Uzodimma, has officially launched first robotic assisted surgery and oncology services at the newly established Imo Robotics and Oncology Centre, IROC, located within the Imo State Specialist Hospital, Umuguma, Owerri West Local Government Area of the state. The development … The post Imo… ## [NDLEA Opposes Bail For 10 Defendants In N480bn Ogun Meth Lab Case](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/21/ndlea-opposes-bail-for-10-defendants-in-n480bn-ogun-meth-lab-case/) _2026-08-21 · Olu James-Rapheal · The Verdict_ The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has opposed the bail application filed by 10 defendants standing trial over an alleged clandestine methamphetamine laboratory discovered in Iloti Village, Ogun State. The agency told the Federal High Court in Lagos that the defendants were allegedly members of an organised network involved in the production and \[…\] The post NDLEA Opposes Bail For 10… ## [Adeleke Welcomes Oyebamiji’s Call for Peace, Urges Unity in Osun](https://sahelstandard.com/news/21/adeleke-welcomes-oyebamijis-call-for-peace-urges-unity-in-osun/) _2026-08-21 · Waliu Adetokun · Sahel Standard_ Adeleke Welcomes Oyebamiji’s Call for Peace, Urges Unity in Osun By Waliu Adetokun, Osogbo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has welcomed the call for peace by the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, describing it as a positive development after weeks of heated campaigns and political tension in the state. spokesperson to the... The post Adeleke Welcomes… ## [OSGF Scandal: Tinubu Orders Arrest of Fake Agency Promoter, Suspends Three Perm Secs Over](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/21/osgf-scandal-tinubu-orders-arrest-of-fake-agency-promoter-suspends-three-perm-secs-over/) _2026-08-21 · Olu James-Rapheal · The Verdict_ President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered the immediate arrest of Prince George Buchi Nwabueze and the suspension of three permanent secretaries following the discovery of another fake agency operating from the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF). The latest discovery by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences \[…\] The post OSGF Scandal: Tinubu… ## [Adeleke’s Visit to Tinubu Customary, No Plan to Join APC — TICC](https://sahelstandard.com/news/21/adelekes-visit-to-tinubu-customary-no-plan-to-join-apc-ticc/) _2026-08-21 · Waliu Adetokun · Sahel Standard_ Adeleke’s Visit to Tinubu Customary, No Plan to Join APC — TICC By Waliu Adetokun, Osogbo The Imole Campaign Council has dismissed reports suggesting that Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, is planning to defect from the Accord Party to the All Progressives Congress (APC), saying his recent visit to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was purely... The post Adeleke’s Visit to Tinubu Customary, No Plan… ## [International Youth Day 2026: Nigeria Police, Imo Youth Ministry Honour Young Investors, Security Champions, ACP Gboyako, Engr. Chidomere, Prince Iwueze, Engr. Ahubelem, Mazi Jinali, Others Receive Recognition…CP Audu Garba Bosso says Police Now Born Again](https://thepressman.com.ng/?p=41912&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=international-youth-day-2026-nigeria-police-imo-youth-ministry-honour-young-investors-security-champions-acp-gboyako-engr-chidomere-prince-iwueze-engr-ahubelem-mazi-jinali-others-receive-re) _2026-08-20 · admin@pressman.com.ng · ThePressman Newspaper_ By Dan Opara (Danjay) The Nigeria Police Force, Imo State Command, in collaboration with the Imo State Ministry of Youth Development and Talent Hunt, has honoured distinguished young entrepreneurs, investors, professionals, security personnel and other individuals for their contributions to youth development, economic growth, responsible citizenship, community advancement and the fight against… ## [Osun APC Stakeholders Blame Oyetola for Election Defeat, Seek Tinubu’s Intervention](https://sahelstandard.com/news/20/osun-apc-stakeholders-blame-oyetola-for-election-defeat-seek-tinubus-intervention/) _2026-08-20 · Waliu Adetokun · Sahel Standard_ Osun APC Stakeholders Blame Oyetola for Election Defeat, Seek Tinubu’s Intervention By Waliu Adetokun, Osogbo The Osun APC Stakeholders Forum has blamed the party’s defeat in the August 15, 2026 governorship election on what it described as the alleged concentration of political appointments and candidate selection in the hands of the immediate past governor of... The post Osun APC Stakeholders… ## [Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/iZE4gfFGPiCd) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Buy, sell and margin trade BTC & ETH with fiat currencies ## [Mazi Gburugburu, Imo APP Commences Owerri Zone Senatorial Campaign, Unveils Interpretative Electioneering Strategy](https://thepressman.com.ng/?p=41909&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mazi-gburugburu-imo-app-commences-owerri-zone-senatorial-campaign-unveils-interpretative-electioneering-strategy) _2026-08-19 · admin@pressman.com.ng · ThePressman Newspaper_ By Dan Opara (Danjay) Dr. Chima Matthew Amadi (Mazi Gburugbururu), the Action Peoples Party, APP, 2027 Senatorial Candidate for Imo East (Owerri Zone), on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, officially commenced his senatorial campaign at Ogbaku Ancient Kingdom in Mbaitoli Local Government Area of Imo State, in line with the directive of the Independent National Electoral … The post Mazi Gburugburu, Imo… ## [Tinubu Appoints Osun-Born Enitan as Head of Civil Service of Federation](https://sahelstandard.com/news/19/tinubu-appoints-osun-born-enitan-as-head-of-civil-service-of-federation/) _2026-08-19 · Waliu Adetokun · Sahel Standard_ Tinubu Appoints Osun-Born Enitan as Head of Civil Service of Federation By Waliu Adetokun, Osogbo President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Mr Abel Olumuyiwa Enitan as the new Head of the Civil Service of the Federation. Enitan, who hails from Osun State, will assume office on August 27, 2026, following the retirement of the incumbent... The post Tinubu Appoints Osun-Born Enitan as Head of Civil… ## [Tinubu Appoints Abel Enitan as Head of Civil Service of the Federation](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/19/tinubu-appoints-abel-enitan-as-head-of-civil-service-of-the-federation/) _2026-08-19 · Admin · The Verdict_ President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Education, Abel Olumuyiwa Enitan, as the new Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF). Enitan’s appointment takes effect from August 27, 2026, following the impending retirement of the incumbent Head of Service, Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, who \[…\] The post Tinubu Appoints Abel Enitan as Head of… ## [Adeleke Announces N500m Fund for Victims of Osun Election Violence](https://sahelstandard.com/news/19/adeleke-announces-n500m-fund-for-victims-of-osun-election-violence/) _2026-08-19 · Waliu Adetokun · Sahel Standard_ Adeleke Announces N500m Fund for Victims of Osun Election Violence By Waliu Adetokun, Osogbo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has announced the establishment of a ₦500 million Election Violence Victims Endowment Fund to provide relief and support to victims and families affected by violence during the just-concluded governorship election in the state. Adeleke made the... The post Adeleke… ## [Adeleke Denies Electoral Deal with ADC, Says Party Was Not Part of Alliance](https://sahelstandard.com/news/18/adeleke-denies-electoral-deal-with-adc-says-party-was-not-part-of-alliance/) _2026-08-18 · Waliu Adetokun · Sahel Standard_ Adeleke Denies Electoral Deal with ADC, Says Party Was Not Part of Alliance By Waliu Adetokun, Osogbo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has dismissed claims that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) entered into an agreement with him to secure his re-election in the August 15 governorship election. Adeleke said there was no electoral deal or... The post Adeleke Denies Electoral Deal with ADC,… ## [Ex-Imo NUJ Chairman, Sir Innocent Igwe, Receives OZOMPA Leaders](https://thepressman.com.ng/?p=41900&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ex-imo-nuj-chairman-sir-innocent-igwe-receives-ozompa-leaders) _2026-08-18 · admin@pressman.com.ng · ThePressman Newspaper_ By Dan Opara (Danjay) Former Imo State Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, Sir. Innocent Igwe, on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, received the leadership of the Owerri Zone Media Practitioners Association, OZOMPA, during a courtesy visit in Owerri. Led by its Chairman, Comrade Chinedu Opara, of the Newspoint Newspaper. The delegation included; the … The post Ex-Imo NUJ Chairman, Sir… ## [Owerri Municipal Legislative Council Welcomes Mrs. Florence Orji as New Clerk](https://thepressman.com.ng/?p=41895&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=owerri-municipal-legislative-council-welcomes-mrs-florence-orji-as-new-clerk) _2026-08-18 · admin@pressman.com.ng · ThePressman Newspaper_ The Owerri Municipal Legislative Council, Imo State, has welcomed Mrs. Florence Orji as its newly deployed Clerk, marking a new chapter in the administrative operations of the Legislative Council. Mrs. Orji, an indigene of Oru East Local Government Area of Imo State, joins the Owerri Municipal Legislative Council following her transfer from Njaba Local Government … The post Owerri Municipal… ## [NDLEA Seizes N39bn Cocaine Consignment, Arrests Logistics Staff, Social Media Influencer](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/18/ndlea-seizes-n39bn-cocaine-consignment-arrests-logistics-staff-social-media-influencer/) _2026-08-18 · Olu James-Rapheal · The Verdict_ By OLU JAMES RAPHEAL (News Editor) The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted a 184.50-kilogramme cocaine consignment valued at approximately $27.7 million (about N39 billion) in what the agency described as the largest cocaine seizure ever recorded in a courier company in its history. The seizure has culminated in the arrest \[…\] The post NDLEA Seizes N39bn Cocaine… ## [OZOMPA Pays Courtesy Visit to Publisher of Nigerian Newsguide, Sir Chidi Emeagi, Reaffirms Commitment to Ethical Journalism](https://thepressman.com.ng/?p=41889&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ozompa-pays-courtesy-visit-to-publisher-of-nigerian-newsguide-sir-chidi-emeagi-reaffirms-commitment-to-ethical-journalism) _2026-08-18 · admin@pressman.com.ng · ThePressman Newspaper_ …Says Orlu Zone Has No Option but to Support Owerri Zone for Imo Governorship in 2027, Appeals to Okigwe Zone to Embrace Charter of Equity By Dan Opara (Danjay) The Owerri Zone Media Practitioners Association (OZOMPA), led by its Chairman, Comrade Chinedu Opara, has paid a courtesy visit to the Publisher of the Nigerian Newsguide … The post OZOMPA Pays Courtesy Visit to Publisher of Nigerian… ## [𝗜𝘄𝗮𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗔𝗗𝗖 𝗳𝗮𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗳𝘂𝗹𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝘀𝘂𝗻 𝘃𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀.](https://www.adabanijaglobal.com.ng/%f0%9d%97%9c%f0%9d%98%84%f0%9d%97%ae%f0%9d%97%b9%f0%9d%97%bc%f0%9d%98%86%f0%9d%97%b2-%f0%9d%97%ae%f0%9d%97%bd%f0%9d%97%bd%f0%9d%97%bf%f0%9d%97%b2%f0%9d%97%b0%f0%9d%97%b6%f0%9d%97%ae%f0%9d%98%81/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=%25f0%259d%2597%259c%25f0%259d%2598%2584%25f0%259d%2597%25ae%25f0%259d%2597%25b9%25f0%259d%2597%25bc%25f0%259d%2598%2586%25f0%259d%2597%25b2-%25f0%259d%2597%25ae%25f0%259d%2597%25bd%25f0%259d%2597%25bd%25f0%259d%2597%25bf%25f0%259d%2597%25b2%25f0%259d%2597%25b0%25f0%259d%2597%25b6%25f0%259d%2597%25ae%25f0%259d%2598%2581) _2026-08-18 · Adabanija Kamorudeen · Omo Adabanija Global_ My dear ADC family, I sincerely appreciate every one of you for your courage, steadfastness and unwavering belief throughout this journey. Against all odds, we walked, we talked and we stood together. We did so not merely for political power, but because we genuinely believe in the development, progress and future of Osun State.To the \[…\] The post 𝗜𝘄𝗮𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗔𝗗𝗖… ## [Home of the Agentic Pull Request (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/QDITbuOJxR5r) _2026-08-18 · **Sponsored**_ CLI-first, TUI-ready toolkits and a moshscript installer — join the waitlist ## [Osun 2026 Guber: Gov.Adeleke of Accord Party Defects APC Candidate, Others..His Second Tenure Anchored](https://thepressman.com.ng/?p=41886&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=osun-2026-guber-gov-adeleke-of-accord-party-defects-apc-candidate-others-his-second-tenure-anchored) _2026-08-17 · admin@pressman.com.ng · ThePressman Newspaper_ Electioneering news from Osun State of Nigeria, had it the incumbent Governor Sen. Ademola Adeleke, of the Accord Party has won the 2026 Osun State governorship election, defeating the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, by 66,252 votes. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Adeleke the winner after the completion of the collation … The post Osun 2026… ## [𝐎𝐬𝐮𝐧 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐀𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐃𝐂’𝐬 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞](https://www.adabanijaglobal.com.ng/%f0%9d%90%8e%f0%9d%90%ac%f0%9d%90%ae%f0%9d%90%a7-%f0%9d%90%86%f0%9d%90%a8%f0%9d%90%af%f0%9d%90%9e%f0%9d%90%ab%f0%9d%90%a7%f0%9d%90%a8%f0%9d%90%ab%f0%9d%90%ac%f0%9d%90%a1%f0%9d%90%a2%f0%9d%90%a9/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=%25f0%259d%2590%258e%25f0%259d%2590%25ac%25f0%259d%2590%25ae%25f0%259d%2590%25a7-%25f0%259d%2590%2586%25f0%259d%2590%25a8%25f0%259d%2590%25af%25f0%259d%2590%259e%25f0%259d%2590%25ab%25f0%259d%2590%25a7%25f0%259d%2590%25a8%25f0%259d%2590%25ab%25f0%259d%2590%25ac%25f0%259d%2590%25a1%25f0%259d%2590%25a2%25f0%259d%2590%25a9) _2026-08-17 · Adabanija Kamorudeen · Omo Adabanija Global_ I have been following with keen interest some of the analyses surrounding the just-concluded Osun State Governorship Election, particularly narratives from certain commentators and media practitioners who appear determined to downplay the political influence of the National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, by relying solely on the number of votes \[…\] The… ## [Gov.Hope Uzodimma’s Charter Of Equity: Until Owerri Zone Interfaces With Okigwe Zone Leaders Like Dr.Ikedi Ohakim, Sen.Ifeanyi Araraume, Ex-INEC Chairman, Sir.Maurice Iwu, Sen.Osita Izunaso, Sen.Rochas Okorocha, Rt.Hon.Emeka Ihedioha, So Many Others](https://thepressman.com.ng/?p=41883&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=gov-hope-uzodimmas-charter-of-equity-until-owerri-zone-interfaces-with-okigwe-zone-leaders-like-dr-ikedi-ohakim-sen-ifeanyi-araraume-ex-inec-chairman-sir-maurice-iwu-sen-osita-izunaso-sen-roch) _2026-08-17 · admin@pressman.com.ng · ThePressman Newspaper_ As preparations and political discussions ahead of the 2027 Imo State governorship election continue to gather momentum, the proposed Imo State Governor’s Charter of Equity is increasingly becoming an issue that requires broad consultation, genuine dialogue and the collective support of political stakeholders across the three senatorial zones of the state, Owerri, Orlu and Okigwe … The post… ## [Ooni Congratulates Adeleke on Re-election, Calls for Unity](https://sahelstandard.com/news/17/ooni-congratulates-adeleke-on-re-election-calls-for-unity/) _2026-08-17 · Waliu Adetokun · Sahel Standard_ Ooni Congratulates Adeleke on Re-election, Calls for Unity By Waliu Adetokun, Osogbo The Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty Oba, Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, CFR, Ojaja II, has congratulated Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, on his victory in the August 15, 2026 governorship election, describing the victory as a fresh mandate and an opportunity to... The post Ooni Congratulates Adeleke on… ## [𝗢𝘀𝘂𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲: 𝗔𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗯𝗲𝘀𝗼𝗹𝗮 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗔𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗸𝗲, 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗔𝗗𝗖 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗢𝘀𝘂𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗼𝗽𝗵𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.](https://www.adabanijaglobal.com.ng/%f0%9d%97%a2%f0%9d%98%80%f0%9d%98%82%f0%9d%97%bb-%f0%9d%9f%ae%f0%9d%9f%ac%f0%9d%9f%ae%f0%9d%9f%b2-%f0%9d%97%94%f0%9d%97%bf%f0%9d%97%b2%f0%9d%97%b4%f0%9d%97%af%f0%9d%97%b2%f0%9d%98%80%f0%9d%97%bc/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=%25f0%259d%2597%25a2%25f0%259d%2598%2580%25f0%259d%2598%2582%25f0%259d%2597%25bb-%25f0%259d%259f%25ae%25f0%259d%259f%25ac%25f0%259d%259f%25ae%25f0%259d%259f%25b2-%25f0%259d%2597%2594%25f0%259d%2597%25bf%25f0%259d%2597%25b2%25f0%259d%2597%25b4%25f0%259d%2597%25af%25f0%259d%2597%25b2%25f0%259d%2598%2580%25f0%259d%2597%25bc) _2026-08-17 · Adabanija Kamorudeen · Omo Adabanija Global_ I congratulate Senator Ademola Adeleke on his re-election as the Governor of Osun following the governorship election held on Saturday, August 15, 2026. Elections are moments when citizens exercise their sovereign right to choose who they wish to entrust with the responsibility of governing them.Now that the people of Osun have spoken through the ballot, \[…\] The post 𝗢𝘀𝘂𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲:… ## [People of Imo Call on Gov.Uzodimma, ISIEC Chairman, Ejiogu to Commence Preparations for Sept.2026 LG Polls](https://thepressman.com.ng/?p=41878&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=people-of-imo-call-on-gov-uzodimma-isiec-chairman-ejiogu-to-commence-preparations-for-sept-2026-lg-polls) _2026-08-16 · admin@pressman.com.ng · ThePressman Newspaper_ By Dan Opara (Danjay) The people of Imo State are increasingly asking an important question: When is the next Imo State Local Government Council Election going to take place? According to information gathered by ThePressman Newspaper, the Imo State Independent Electoral Commission (ISIEC) has not yet announced an official date for the next Local Government … The post People of Imo Call on… ## [Salam Congratulates Adeleke, Says Politics Is Not Do or Die Affair](https://sahelstandard.com/news/16/salam-congratulates-adeleke-says-politics-is-not-do-or-die-affair/) _2026-08-16 · Waliu Adetokun · Sahel Standard_ Salam Congratulates Adeleke, Says Politics Is Not Do or Die Affair By Waliu Adetokun, Osogbo Former Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly and governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Hon. Najimdeen Folashayo Salam, has congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election, saying politics should not be treated as a do-or-die affair.... The post Salam Congratulates… ## [𝗔𝗗𝗖 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲, 𝗜𝗪𝗔𝗟𝗢𝗬𝗘 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗹𝗮 𝗔𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗸𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝘃𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆.](https://www.adabanijaglobal.com.ng/%f0%9d%97%94%f0%9d%97%97%f0%9d%97%96-%f0%9d%97%9a%f0%9d%97%bc%f0%9d%98%83%f0%9d%97%b2%f0%9d%97%bf%f0%9d%97%bb%f0%9d%97%bc%f0%9d%97%bf%f0%9d%98%80%f0%9d%97%b5%f0%9d%97%b6%f0%9d%97%bd-%f0%9d%97%96/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=%25f0%259d%2597%2594%25f0%259d%2597%2597%25f0%259d%2597%2596-%25f0%259d%2597%259a%25f0%259d%2597%25bc%25f0%259d%2598%2583%25f0%259d%2597%25b2%25f0%259d%2597%25bf%25f0%259d%2597%25bb%25f0%259d%2597%25bc%25f0%259d%2597%25bf%25f0%259d%2598%2580%25f0%259d%2597%25b5%25f0%259d%2597%25b6%25f0%259d%2597%25bd-%25f0%259d%2597%2596) _2026-08-16 · Adabanija Kamorudeen · Omo Adabanija Global_ I warmly congratulate His Excellency, Senator Ademola Adeleke, on your re-election as the Governor of Osun State. At the end of the day, the choice of the people must prevail. In any democratic process, there will always be choices, contestation and differing views, but what matters most is that the people are given the opportunity \[…\] The post 𝗔𝗗𝗖 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲,… ## [Osun NULGE Congratulates Gov. Adeleke on Re- election Victory‎‎](https://sahelstandard.com/news/16/osun-nulge-congratulates-gov-adeleke-on-re-election-victory/) _2026-08-16 · Tomi Lala · Sahel Standard_ ‎The Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), Osun State Council, has congratulated the Governor of Osun State, His Excellency, Senator Nurudeen Ademola Adeleke, on his victory in the August 15 governorship election in the state.‎‎The union, led by its President, Comrade Dr. Nathaniel Kehinde Ogungbangbe, and other executives, described the governor’s victory as the... The post Osun… ## [Former Ede North LCDA Chairman, Hon. Uthman Beile, Quits Active Politics in Osun, Explains Reasons](https://www.adabanijaglobal.com.ng/former-ede-east-chairman-hon-uthman-beile-quits-active-politics-in-osun-explains-reasons/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=former-ede-east-chairman-hon-uthman-beile-quits-active-politics-in-osun-explains-reasons) _2026-08-16 · Adabanija Kamorudeen · Omo Adabanija Global_ Former Chairman of Ede North LCDA Hon. Uthman Beile, has announced his decision to withdraw from active politics in Osun State, citing persistent controversies surrounding his indigene status in Ede. Beile disclosed this in an interview with AdabanijaGlobal.com, explaining that he has decided to relocate to his hometown of Oyo Alaafin in Oyo State, where \[…\] The post Former Ede North LCDA… ## [Build with the cheapest GPUs (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/JKgXktb3cQEP) _2026-08-16 · **Sponsored**_ Deployed a live API in minutes; one user spent under $10. ## [Adeleke Seeks Post-Election Peace, Promises More Development in Osun](https://sahelstandard.com/news/16/adeleke-seeks-post-election-peace-promises-more-development-in-osun/) _2026-08-16 · Waliu Adetokun · Sahel Standard_ Adeleke Seeks Post-Election Peace, Promises More Development in Osun By Waliu Adetokun, Osogbo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has called on residents of the state to embrace peace and unity following the conclusion of the governorship election, assuring that his administration would consolidate its achievements and accelerate development across the state. Adeleke made the call... The post… ## [Ede Agog as Adeleke Declared Winner of Osun Governorship Election](https://sahelstandard.com/news/16/ede-agog-as-adeleke-declared-winner-of-osun-governorship-election/) _2026-08-16 · Waliu Adetokun · Sahel Standard_ Ede Agog as Adeleke Declared Winner of Osun Governorship Election By Waliu Adetokun Osogbo, The ancient town of Ede in Osun State was on Sunday thrown into jubilation as residents trooped out in large numbers to celebrate the victory of Governor Ademola Adeleke in the August 15 governorship election. The celebration followed the declaration of... The post Ede Agog as Adeleke Declared Winner of… ## [2027: Accord, AAC, SDP Presidential Candidates Join Forces Against Tinubu](https://sahelstandard.com/news/16/2027-accord-aac-sdp-presidential-candidates-join-forces-against-tinubu/) _2026-08-16 · Tomi Lala · Sahel Standard_ Hashim, Sowore, Adebayo Demand Release of Nnamdi Kanu, Bichia Maisango Seek International Sanctions Against Anti-Democratic Actors as Movement for Democratic Renewal Launches in Port Harcourt The presidential candidates of the Accord Party, African Action Congress (AAC) and Social Democratic Party (SDP) have resolved to work together towards a common democratic force ahead of the 2027... The post… ## [𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨, 𝙂𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙤𝙧 𝘼𝙙𝙚𝙢𝙤𝙡𝙖 𝘼𝙙𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙠𝙚 𝙤𝙣 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙫𝙞𝙘𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮.](https://www.adabanijaglobal.com.ng/%f0%9d%98%be%f0%9d%99%a4%f0%9d%99%a3%f0%9d%99%9c%f0%9d%99%a7%f0%9d%99%96%f0%9d%99%a9%f0%9d%99%aa%f0%9d%99%a1%f0%9d%99%96%f0%9d%99%a9%f0%9d%99%9e%f0%9d%99%a4%f0%9d%99%a3%f0%9d%99%a8-%f0%9d%99%82/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=%25f0%259d%2598%25be%25f0%259d%2599%25a4%25f0%259d%2599%25a3%25f0%259d%2599%259c%25f0%259d%2599%25a7%25f0%259d%2599%2596%25f0%259d%2599%25a9%25f0%259d%2599%25aa%25f0%259d%2599%25a1%25f0%259d%2599%2596%25f0%259d%2599%25a9%25f0%259d%2599%259e%25f0%259d%2599%25a4%25f0%259d%2599%25a3%25f0%259d%2599%25a8-%25f0%259d%2599%2582) _2026-08-16 · Adabanija Kamorudeen · Omo Adabanija Global_ I warmly congratulate the Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke, on his victory and successful re-election in the just-concluded Osun State Governorship Election. Your victory is a renewed mandate and a clear reflection of the confidence placed in your leadership by the people of Osun State. I sincerely commend you for the campaign, resilience \[…\] The post 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨,… ## [𝗔𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗸𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿; 𝗛𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗔𝗣𝗖 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗔𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮- 𝗞𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗱 𝗕𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗻 𝗘𝘀𝗾.](https://www.adabanijaglobal.com.ng/%f0%9d%97%94%f0%9d%97%b1%f0%9d%97%b2%f0%9d%97%b9%f0%9d%97%b2%f0%9d%97%b8%f0%9d%97%b2-%f0%9d%97%b6%f0%9d%98%80-%f0%9d%97%ae-%f0%9d%97%bc%f0%9d%97%bf-%f0%9d%97%9b%f0%9d%97%b2-%f0%9d%97%97%f0%9d%97%b2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=%25f0%259d%2597%2594%25f0%259d%2597%25b1%25f0%259d%2597%25b2%25f0%259d%2597%25b9%25f0%259d%2597%25b2%25f0%259d%2597%25b8%25f0%259d%2597%25b2-%25f0%259d%2597%25b6%25f0%259d%2598%2580-%25f0%259d%2597%25ae-%25f0%259d%2597%25bc%25f0%259d%2597%25bf-%25f0%259d%2597%259b%25f0%259d%2597%25b2-%25f0%259d%2597%2597%25f0%259d%2597%25b2) _2026-08-16 · Adabanija Kamorudeen · Omo Adabanija Global_ Khalid Balogun, Esq., has described Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, as a “liberator” who successfully defeated the formidable political structures of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Nigeria According to Khalid, the outcome of the election demonstrated the resilience and determination of the people of Osun State to exercise their democratic rights despite what \[…\] The post… ## [Iri-Ji Mbaise 2026: Over N91 Million Raised in Financial Support for Cultural Festival…Dr.Chima Amadi (Gburugburu), of APP Extolled For Releasing Instant Cash](https://thepressman.com.ng/?p=41865&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=iri-ji-mbaise-2026-over-n91-million-raised-in-financial-support-for-cultural-festivaldr-chima-amadi-gburugburu-of-app-extolled-for-releasing-instant-cash) _2026-08-16 · admin@pressman.com.ng · ThePressman Newspaper_ By Dan Opara (Danjay) The much-anticipated 2026 Iri-Ji Ndi Mbaise (New Yam) Festival was held on Saturday, August 15, at Oke-Uvoro in Aboh-Mbaise Area of Imo State, attracting an impressive gathering of political leaders, traditional rulers, religious figures, business executives, community leaders and other distinguished guests from within and outside the state. The annual cultural … The post… ## [Osun Election: Police Arrest Officer Over Accidental Tear Gas Discharge in Modakeke](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/15/osun-election-police-arrest-officer-over-accidental-tear-gas-discharge-in-modakeke/) _2026-08-15 · Admin · The Verdict_ The Osun State Police Command has arrested an officer who allegedly discharged tear gas at a Registration Area Centre (RAC) in Modakeke, Ife East Local Government Area, during Saturday’s governorship election. The incident, which occurred in Modakeke Ward 10, sparked reactions on social media after a video showing the tear gas discharge went viral. In \[…\] The post Osun Election: Police Arrest… ## [Ahead of 2027 Imo Guber: Charter of Equity Versus Equity in the Charter, A Gentleman’s Agreement Until Legally Backed](https://thepressman.com.ng/?p=41861&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ahead-of-2027-imo-guber-charter-of-equity-versus-equity-in-the-charter-a-gentlemans-agreement-until-legally-backed) _2026-08-15 · admin@pressman.com.ng · ThePressman Newspaper_ Ahead of the 2027 Imo State Governorship Election, the debate over the “Charter of Equity” and “Equity in the Charter”, has continued to generate political discussions across the three senatorial zones of the state, Owerri, Okigwe and Orlu Zones. The Imo State Charter of Equity is a political understanding designed to promote fairness, justice, inclusion … The post Ahead of 2027 Imo Guber: Charter… ## [Accord Chairman Mobilises Leaders to Collation Centres, Urges Protection of Adeleke’s Mandate](https://sahelstandard.com/news/15/accord-chairman-mobilises-leaders-to-collation-centres-urges-protection-of-adelekes-mandate/) _2026-08-15 · Waliu Adetokun · Sahel Standard_ Accord Chairman Mobilises Leaders to Collation Centres, Urges Protection of Adeleke’s Mandate By Waliu Adetokun, Osogbo The Osun State Chairman of the Accord Party, Pastor Victor Babalola Akande, has directed leaders of the party across the state to mobilise to various collation centres and ensure that the mandate given to Governor Ademola Adeleke is protected.... The post Accord Chairman… ## [Osun Governorship Poll: Adeleke Maintains Lead as 303 Wards Report Results](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/15/osun-governorship-poll-adeleke-maintains-lead-as-303-wards-report-results/) _2026-08-15 · Admin · The Verdict_ Governor Ademola Adeleke has maintained his lead in the ongoing collation of results from Saturday’s governorship election in Osun State, with results from 303 of the 332 wards already recorded. Figures from the Nigeria Elections Intelligence System showed Adeleke, the Accord Party candidate, leading with 177,572 votes, representing 50.5 per cent of the \[…\] The post Osun Governorship Poll: Adeleke… ## [Troops Rescue Nine Kidnapped Victims, Foil Terrorist Attacks in Niger](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/15/troops-rescue-nine-kidnapped-victims-foil-terrorist-attacks-in-niger/) _2026-08-15 · Admin · The Verdict_ Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 18 Brigade have rescued nine kidnapped victims and foiled attempts by terrorists to infiltrate communities in Mariga and Rijau Local Government Areas of Niger State. The operations, conducted as part of sustained offensive operations against terrorists and other criminal elements in the brigade’s area of responsibility, also led to \[…\] The post Troops Rescue Nine… ## [Osun 2026 Guber: Police Arrests About 100 Youths Now On Election Thuggery](https://thepressman.com.ng/?p=41858&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=osun-2026-guber-police-arrests-about-100-youths-now-on-election-thuggery) _2026-08-15 · admin@pressman.com.ng · ThePressman Newspaper_ By Dan Opara (Danjay) The Osun State Police Command has disclosed that about 100 youths suspected of being recruited for election thuggery have been arrested and are currently in police custody, after allegedly entering the state from neighbouring Ondo and Ekiti States ahead of the 2026 Osun State Governorship Election. The disclosure was made on … The post Osun 2026 Guber: Police Arrests About… ## [𝐀𝐃𝐂 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐦𝐥𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐎𝐬𝐮𝐧 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐑𝐚𝐜𝐞.](https://www.adabanijaglobal.com.ng/%f0%9d%90%80%f0%9d%90%83%f0%9d%90%82-%f0%9d%90%91%f0%9d%90%9e%f0%9d%90%a6%f0%9d%90%9a%f0%9d%90%a2%f0%9d%90%a7%f0%9d%90%ac-%f0%9d%90%85%f0%9d%90%a2%f0%9d%90%ab%f0%9d%90%a6%f0%9d%90%a5%f0%9d%90%b2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=%25f0%259d%2590%2580%25f0%259d%2590%2583%25f0%259d%2590%2582-%25f0%259d%2590%2591%25f0%259d%2590%259e%25f0%259d%2590%25a6%25f0%259d%2590%259a%25f0%259d%2590%25a2%25f0%259d%2590%25a7%25f0%259d%2590%25ac-%25f0%259d%2590%2585%25f0%259d%2590%25a2%25f0%259d%2590%25ab%25f0%259d%2590%25a6%25f0%259d%2590%25a5%25f0%259d%2590%25b2) _2026-08-14 · Adabanija Kamorudeen · Omo Adabanija Global_ For the avoidance of doubt, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) remains firmly in the race for the Osun State governorship election. We are aware of reports and speculations suggesting otherwise. These reports are unfounded and should be treated with the contempt they deserve. The official campaign period has come to an end in line with \[…\] The post 𝐀𝐃𝐂 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐦𝐥𝐲 𝐢𝐧… ## [𝐍𝐨 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐝- 𝐀𝐃𝐂 𝐑𝐭 𝐇𝐨𝐧 𝐍𝐚𝐣𝐞𝐞𝐦 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐚𝐦 𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐖𝐢𝐧 𝐎𝐬𝐮𝐧.](https://www.adabanijaglobal.com.ng/%f0%9d%90%8d%f0%9d%90%a8-%f0%9d%90%83%f0%9d%90%9e%f0%9d%90%9a%f0%9d%90%a5-%f0%9d%90%96%f0%9d%90%a2%f0%9d%90%ad%f0%9d%90%a1-%f0%9d%90%80%f0%9d%90%9c%f0%9d%90%9c%f0%9d%90%a8%f0%9d%90%ab%f0%9d%90%9d/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=%25f0%259d%2590%258d%25f0%259d%2590%25a8-%25f0%259d%2590%2583%25f0%259d%2590%259e%25f0%259d%2590%259a%25f0%259d%2590%25a5-%25f0%259d%2590%2596%25f0%259d%2590%25a2%25f0%259d%2590%25ad%25f0%259d%2590%25a1-%25f0%259d%2590%2580%25f0%259d%2590%259c%25f0%259d%2590%259c%25f0%259d%2590%25a8%25f0%259d%2590%25ab%25f0%259d%2590%259d) _2026-08-14 · Adabanija Kamorudeen · Omo Adabanija Global_ The attention of the Osun State African Democratic Congress, ADC Gubernatorial Campaign Council has been drawn to a deliberate and malicious rumour being circulated by political merchants that our candidate, Rt. Hon. Najeem Salaam is secretly working “hand in hand” with the Accord Party candidate, Sen. Ademola Adeleke ahead of the Osun Governorship Election scheduled \[…\] The post 𝐍𝐨 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐥… ## [𝐏𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐞, 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐨 𝐯𝐨𝐭𝐞 𝐀𝐃𝐂 𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲 – 𝐈𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐞.](https://www.adabanijaglobal.com.ng/%f0%9d%90%8f%f0%9d%90%9e%f0%9d%90%9a%f0%9d%90%9c%f0%9d%90%9e-%f0%9d%90%82%f0%9d%90%a8%f0%9d%90%ae%f0%9d%90%ab%f0%9d%90%9a%f0%9d%90%a0%f0%9d%90%9e-%f0%9d%90%9a%f0%9d%90%a7%f0%9d%90%9d-%f0%9d%90%82/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=%25f0%259d%2590%258f%25f0%259d%2590%259e%25f0%259d%2590%259a%25f0%259d%2590%259c%25f0%259d%2590%259e-%25f0%259d%2590%2582%25f0%259d%2590%25a8%25f0%259d%2590%25ae%25f0%259d%2590%25ab%25f0%259d%2590%259a%25f0%259d%2590%25a0%25f0%259d%2590%259e-%25f0%259d%2590%259a%25f0%259d%2590%25a7%25f0%259d%2590%259d-%25f0%259d%2590%2582) _2026-08-13 · Adabanija Kamorudeen · Omo Adabanija Global_ My good people of Osun State, as all campaign activities officially come to an end by midnight today, I call on all our supporters, party faithful and well-meaning citizens of Osun State to remain peaceful, law-abiding and focused. I urge our supporters to maintain the peaceful nature of our campaign and not allow anyone to \[…\] The post 𝐏𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐞, 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐨 𝐯𝐨𝐭𝐞… ## [ADC Accuses APC of Intimidation Ahead of Osun Governorship Election](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/12/adc-accuses-apc-of-intimidation-ahead-of-osun-governorship-election/) _2026-08-12 · Olu James-Rapheal · The Verdict_ The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led Federal Government of intimidation and harassment of opposition figures ahead of Saturday’s governorship election in Osun State. The party raised the alarm over an alleged plan to arrest its National Secretary, Rauf Aregbesola, in the days leading to the election, describing the \[…\] The post ADC Accuses APC… ## [Presidential Media Team Inspects Benue Projects as Residents Applaud Tinubu’s Infrastructure Drive](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/08/presidential-media-team-inspects-benue-projects-as-residents-applaud-tinubus-infrastructure-drive/) _2026-08-08 · Olu James-Rapheal · The Verdict_ The Presidential Media Team, in collaboration with the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, has inspected major Federal and Benue State infrastructure projects across Benue State, with residents commending President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration for its investment in roads, bridges, water infrastructure and urban transportation. The inspection, which took place on Thursday as part of the Renewed Hope… ## [Osun Account: EFCC Can Freeze State Funds, Must Get Court Order Within 72 Hours — Falana](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/07/osun-account-efcc-can-freeze-state-funds-must-get-court-order-within-72-hours-falana/) _2026-08-07 · Olu James-Rapheal · The Verdict_ Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Femi Falana, has said the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has the legal authority to restrict the accounts of state and local governments, provided it secures a court order within the prescribed period. Falana clarified on Friday while appearing on Channels Television’s Politics Today, \[…\] The post Osun Account: EFCC Can… ## [Tinubu Hosts Tijaniyya Council, Mourns Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi: ‘We Miss Our Father’](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/07/tinubu-hosts-tijaniyya-council-mourns-sheikh-dahiru-bauchi-we-miss-our-father/) _2026-08-07 · Olu James-Rapheal · The Verdict_ President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has received members of the Supreme Council of Tijaniyya worldwide at the State House, Abuja, who paid a condolence visit following the death of the former leader of the Tijaniyya Islamic organisation in Nigeria, Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi. The delegation, which included representatives from Algeria, Nigeria and Senegal, also comprised members \[…\] The post Tinubu Hosts… ## [Jessica Oji Delivers Historic Gold for Nigeria at World U20 Championships](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/07/jessica-oji-delivers-historic-gold-for-nigeria-at-world-u20-championships/) _2026-08-07 · Olu James-Rapheal · The Verdict_ Nigeria’s Jessica Oji has produced a landmark performance at the World U20 Athletics Championships in Oregon, becoming the country’s first-ever gold medallist in a field event after winning the women’s shot put title with a superb 18.08m throw. Oji dominated the final with an impressive display of consistency, recording throws of 18.05m, 18.08m, 17.95m \[…\] The post Jessica Oji Delivers Historic…