# inec (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 5 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover inec. Page: Feed: --- ## [Champions to Lift Trophy at Maracanã as FIFA Unveils 2027 Women’s World Cup Match Schedule](https://theinsight.com.ng/champions-to-lift-trophy-at-maracana-as-fifa-unveils-2027-womens-world-cup-match-schedule/) _2026-08-20 · Editorial Team · The Insight_ By Emmanuel Kwada The stage is set for another historic chapter in women’s football after FIFA unveiled the complete match schedule for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil, confirming that the tournament’s opening match and grand final will be played at the iconic Estádio do Maracanã in Rio de Janeiro. FIFA announced the \[…\] The post Champions to Lift Trophy at Maracanã as FIFA Unveils 2027… ## [Can Artificial Intelligence Match up with Human Intelligence?](https://radionigeriaibadan.gov.ng/2026/08/20/can-artificial-intelligence-match-up-to-human-intelligence/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=can-artificial-intelligence-match-up-to-human-intelligence&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=can-artificial-intelligence-match-up-to-human-intelligence) _2026-08-20 · Web News · Radio Nigeria Ibadan Zonal Station_ By Taiwo Akinola The debate comparing Artificial Intelligence vs Human Intelligence focuses on whether machines can truly match or replace human capabilities. While AI excels at speed, scale, and pattern recognition, human intelligence wins in emotional depth, consciousness, and moral judgment. Core Strengths of Human Intelligence Core Strengths of Artificial Intelligence Key Debate Arguments and… ## [Oyo reconciliation process progressing well – APC National Chairman](https://radionigeriaibadan.gov.ng/2026/08/20/oyo-reconciliation-process-progressing-well-apc-national-chairman/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=oyo-reconciliation-process-progressing-well-apc-national-chairman&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=oyo-reconciliation-process-progressing-well-apc-national-chairman) _2026-08-20 · Web News · Radio Nigeria Ibadan Zonal Station_ APC National Chiarman, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda says the reconciliation moves of the party was going well, noting that it will help the party in 2027. The post Oyo reconciliation process progressing well – APC National Chairman first appeared on Radio Nigeria Ibadan Zonal Station . ## [13 Killed, 40 Injured in Latest Russian Strikes – Ukraine PM](https://radionigeriaibadan.gov.ng/2026/08/20/13-killed-40-injured-in-latest-russian-strikes-ukraine-pm/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=13-killed-40-injured-in-latest-russian-strikes-ukraine-pm&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=13-killed-40-injured-in-latest-russian-strikes-ukraine-pm) _2026-08-20 · Web News · Radio Nigeria Ibadan Zonal Station_ Ukraine’s prime minister says, at least, 13 people have been killed and 40 injured in the latest Russian strikes targeting the Ukrainian capital, as Kyiv continues to face a shortage of air defence missiles. According to report, apartment blocks and warehouses were struck across the city overnight, the State Emergency Service of Ukraine said, while \[…\] The post 13 Killed, 40 Injured in Latest… ## [Hoodlums Shoot, Kill Man in Osogbo](https://radionigeriaibadan.gov.ng/2026/08/20/hoodlums-shoot-kill-man-in-osogbo/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hoodlums-shoot-kill-man-in-osogbo&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hoodlums-shoot-kill-man-in-osogbo) _2026-08-20 · Web News · Radio Nigeria Ibadan Zonal Station_ By Folake Oye The Osun State Police Command has confirmed the death of a 60-year-old man, Tajudeen Yusuf, who was allegedly shot by suspected hoodlums in Osogbo, the state capital, shortly after a confrontation involving a group of suspected gang members and the security team of Nigerian singer, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido. In \[…\] The post Hoodlums Shoot, Kill Man in Osogbo first… ## [Osun: Gunfire Erupts In Osogbo As Hoodlums Attack Adeleke’s Convoy](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/osun-gunfire-erupts-in-osogbo-as-hoodlums-attack-adelekes-convoy.html) _2026-08-19 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ Suspected thugs on Wednesday attacked the convoy of Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, shortly after his visit to the palace of the Ataoja of Osogbo, Oba Jimoh Oyetunji, triggering an exchange of gunfire with the governor’s security personnel. The shooting, which lasted for about 12 to 15 minutes, occurred shortly after Adeleke left the palace \[…\] The post Osun: Gunfire Erupts In Osogbo As… ## [South African Court Adjourns Ruling In Ex-Miss Universe Nigeria Chidimma Adetshina Deportation Case Until 2027](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/south-african-court-adjourns-ruling-in-ex-miss-universe-nigeria-chidimma-adetshina-deportation-case-until-2027.html) _2026-08-19 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ The Cape Town regional court in South Africa on Tuesday adjourned judgement in the deportation case of a former Miss Universe Nigeria Chidimma Adetshina until February, 2027. The adjournment came despite protest by members of anti-immigrantion group Operation Dudula outside the court, demanding that the beauty queen be deported to Nigeria. Speaking after the ruling, \[…\] The post South African… ## [2027 Campaign: “I Won’t Follow Obi From State To State Like I Did In 2023” — Aisha Yesufu](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/2027-campaign-i-wont-follow-obi-from-state-to-state-like-i-did-in-2023-aisha-yesufu.html) _2026-08-19 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ A social activist, Aisha Yesufu, has said she will adopt a different strategy in the 2027 general election for Peter Obi. She said she would focus less on travelling with Obi on campaign tours and more on building polling unit structures and protecting votes. Yesufu, who was prominent in Obi’s 2023 presidential campaign, said her \[…\] The post 2027 Campaign: “I Won’t Follow Obi From State To State… ## [Adeleke Receives Certificate of Return](https://radionigeriaibadan.gov.ng/2026/08/19/adeleke-receives-certificate-of-return/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=adeleke-receives-certificate-of-return&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=adeleke-receives-certificate-of-return) _2026-08-19 · Web News · Radio Nigeria Ibadan Zonal Station_ By Abiodun Adeoye The Independent National Electoral Commission INEC, has presented a certificate of return to Governor Ademola Adeleke as the winner of the 2026 Osun State Governorship election. The governor-elect, who is also the incumbent governor of Osun State, thanked residents and INEC for their roles during the election. He expressed sadness over those who \[…\] The post Adeleke Receives… ## [The Biggest Risk to Institutions Isn’t Bad Leadership, It’s Leadership That Fails to Develop Others](https://theinsight.com.ng/the-biggest-risk-to-institutions-isnt-bad-leadership-its-leadership-that-fails-to-develop-others/) _2026-08-19 · Editor · The Insight_ By Izuoma Ogwuma, Human Resource expert and HR team lead at the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation For six years, the regional programme office ran like clockwork under one manager. She caught problems before they became reports. She knew which vendor would deliver and which one to avoid, which state contact returned calls and which one needed \[…\] The post The Biggest Risk to Institutions Isn’t Bad… ## [Accept your Doppler invite (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/s8Gd3yGiJrlP) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Create your Doppler account using the invite code you received. ## [Suspected B-Haram Terrorists Kill Police Inspector, Seven Others In Adamawa](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/suspected-b-haram-terrorists-kill-police-inspector-seven-others-in-adamawa.html) _2026-08-19 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ Suspected Boko Haram insurgents on Monday night attacked Gaya community in Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State, killing a police inspector and seven civilians. Chairman of Hong council, Aliyu Sa’ad, confirmed the attack, yesterday. Sa’ad said the attackers invaded the community at night, set two houses ablaze and killed eight people. He said: “The attackers \[…\] The post Suspected B-Haram… ## [U.S. Lifts 12-Year Entry Restriction On Nigerian Vessels](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/u-s-lifts-12-year-entry-restriction-on-nigerian-vessels.html) _2026-08-19 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has lifted the Condition of Entry (CoE) imposed on vessels arriving in the United States from Nigeria, ending a 12-year regime of enhanced security requirements on ships calling at Nigerian ports. The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola, announced the development, describing it as a major \[…\] The post U.S. Lifts 12-Year Entry Restriction… ## [Patrick Viera Named Senegal’s New Head Coach](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/patrick-viera-named-senegals-new-head-coach.html) _2026-08-19 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ Patrick Vieira, Arsenal and France legend, has been appointed as the Senegal men’s national team head coach. The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) announced Vieira’s appointment on Tuesday, marking the Arsenal legend’s first-ever role as a national team head coach. Viera, who was born in Senegal and moved to France at age eight, previously managed five \[…\] The post Patrick Viera Named Senegal’s… ## [“Women Should Have Separate Bank Accounts From Their Men For Future Reasons” – Davido](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/women-should-have-separate-bank-accounts-from-their-men-for-future-reasons-davido.html) _2026-08-19 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ Nigerian singer Davido has shared his opinion on couples keeping separate or secret bank accounts, saying he believes both partners should have their own personal finances. Speaking on The Uncut Podcast, Davido was asked whether it was a good idea for women to have secret bank accounts from their partners. He agreed, stressing that the \[…\] The post “Women Should Have Separate Bank Accounts From… ## [24 Killed, Many Injured In Fresh Plateau Attack](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/24-killed-many-injured-in-fresh-plateau-attack.html) _2026-08-19 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ No fewer than 24 persons have been killed and several others injured following gunmen attack on Binper community in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State. The attack, according to residents, occurred between Monday night and early hours of yesterday. An eyewitness, Daniel Musa, said the attackers, who were heavily armed, moved from house to \[…\] The post 24 Killed, Many Injured In Fresh… ## [“If Tinubu Wanted APC To Win Osun Election At All Cost, I’ll Have Been There” – Wike](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/if-tinubu-wanted-apc-to-win-osun-election-at-all-cost-ill-have-been-there-wike.html) _2026-08-19 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has said he could have helped President Bola Tinubu secure victory for the All Progressives Congress in the August 15 governorship election in Osun State if the President had wanted to win the poll “at all costs.” Wike, who remains a member of the Peoples Democratic \[…\] The post “If Tinubu Wanted APC To Win Osun Election At All Cost, I’ll… ## [“Nigerians Pay More For Cement Than African Neighbours” – FCCPC](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/nigerians-pay-more-for-cement-than-african-neighbours-fccpc.html) _2026-08-19 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission has said its preliminary investigation into Nigeria’s cement industry suggests possible manipulation of cement prices, following widespread complaints over the soaring cost of the commodity despite the country’s large production capacity and abundant limestone deposits. It has also opened an investigation into possible price manipulation… ## [Tinubu, Obi, Sowore Sign Peace Accord Ahead Of 2027 Election](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/tinubu-obi-sowore-sign-peace-accord-ahead-of-2027-election.html) _2026-08-18 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ President Bola Tinubu, Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), and Omoyele Sowore, presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), have signed the national peace accord ahead of the 2027 general election. The event, held on Tuesday at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre in Abuja, was attended by representatives \[…\] The post Tinubu,… ## [Angelique Kidjo To Become First African Musician To Get Hollywood Star](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/angelique-kidjo-to-become-first-african-musician-to-get-hollywood-star.html) _2026-08-18 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ Five-time Grammy winner Angelique Kidjo is set to be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Tuesday, becoming the first African musician and first Black African to be recognized on the famed boulevard. Born in Benin, the artist has built an international career spanning more than 40 years and was once \[…\] The post Angelique Kidjo To Become First African Musician To Get Hollywood Star… ## [Femi Adebayo Seeks Urgent Medical Help For Actor Taiwo Hassan](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/femi-adebayo-seeks-urgent-medical-help-for-actor-taiwo-hassan.html) _2026-08-18 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ Veteran Nollywood actor Femi Adebayo has joined the growing calls for urgent medical assistance for veteran Yoruba actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, who is reportedly battling stage-four cancer. Adebayo, in an emotional appeal shared on his official X account, urged Nigerians and well-wishers to help the Hassan family connect with reputable hospitals, cancer \[…\] The post Femi Adebayo… ## [Never miss a game (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/5DCF88obTj81) _2026-08-18 · **Sponsored**_ Follow any team; get an hour and one-minute web and email reminders. ## [National Security: Building Sustainable Peace Through Nigeria’s National Peace Framework](https://theinsight.com.ng/national-security-building-sustainable-peace-through-nigerias-national-peace-framework/) _2026-08-18 · Editorial Team · The Insight_ By Chido Onumah Nigeria’s security challenges have changed considerably in scale, character and complexity. From terrorism and violent extremism to banditry, kidnapping, communal conflicts, separatist agitations, organised crime and emerging digital threats, insecurity has become a multidimensional challenge with profound consequences for national development. The new thinking is that insecurity… ## [Osun 2026: How Party Agents, BVAS and Larger Electorate Made Vote-Buying, Rigging Harder — AEO](https://theinsight.com.ng/osun-2026-how-party-agents-bvas-and-larger-electorate-made-vote-buying-rigging-harder-aeo/) _2026-08-18 · Editorial Team · The Insight_ Key points: Strong rivalry between parties with agents on ground made large-scale rigging harder to carry out undetected. Registered voters, accreditation, and turnout all rose sharply from 2022, making retail vote-buying less effective. Both parties gained votes, but Adeleke’s margin doubled to 66,252. BVAS and IReV boosted transparency, but delays and system gaps persist. AEO \[…\] The post Osun… ## [“Our Father Has Stage 4 Cancer, Hospitals Refusing To Treat Him” – Nollywood Actor Ogogo’s Daughters Cry Out](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/our-father-has-stage-4-cancer-hospitals-refusing-to-treat-him-nollywood-actor-ogogos-daughters-cry-out.html) _2026-08-17 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ Two daughters of veteran Yoruba actor, Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, have cried out for help, saying hospitals have refused to continue treating their father, who they disclosed is battling stage-four cancer. The daughters, Lima and Kira Taiwo, made separate emotional appeals on Instagram on Monday, urging Nigerians, well-wishers and medical professionals with experience \[…\] The post… ## [NFF Sacks Super Falcons Coach](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/nff-sacks-super-falcons-coach.html) _2026-08-17 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has dismissed Justine Madugu, the Super Falcons’ head coach, and the rest of his technical staff. The federation announced the decision in a post on X on Monday. “The Executive Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation has asked members of the technical crew of the Super Falcons to step down with immediate effect,” \[…\] The post NFF Sacks Super Falcons Coach… ## [Coventry City Confirm Signing Of Taiwo Awoniyi](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/coventry-city-confirm-signing-of-taiwo-awoniyi.html) _2026-08-17 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ Coventry City have announced the signing of Taiwo Awoniyi from Nottingham Forest. The newly promoted English Premier League (EPL) club confirmed the acquisition in a statement on Monday. Awoniyi signed for Coventry for a reported fee of around £17 million and will join Frank Onyeka, who joined the Sky Blues permanently in June after spending last season \[…\] The post Coventry City Confirm Signing… ## [Adamawa Man Arraigned For Stealing 27 Pieces Of Women’s Underwear](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/adamawa-man-arraigned-for-stealing-27-pieces-of-womens-underwear.html) _2026-08-17 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ A 27-year-old man in Adamawa State, Muktar Shehu, has been arraigned over the alleged theft of 27 pieces of underwear belonging to a woman. The charge against him is that he is a ritualist who allegedly obtained the underwear for ritual purposes. The man, who is currently in custody after he was remanded by Chief \[…\] The post Adamawa Man Arraigned For Stealing 27 Pieces Of Women’s Underwear… ## [El-Rufai Slams Fresh N10bn Suit Against ICPC For Allegedly Denying Family Access To Him](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/el-rufai-slams-fresh-n10bn-suit-against-icpc-for-allegedly-denying-family-access-to-him.html) _2026-08-17 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ The detained former Governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, has filed a N10billion suit against the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), alleging gross violation of his fundamental rights. In the suit, marked FHC/ABJ/CS/1852/2026, which he lodged before the Federal High Court in Abuja, the embattled former governor accused the ICPC \[…\] The post… ## [13 Months After Coalition Launch, ADC Falters in Five Major Elections With Zero Wins](https://theinsight.com.ng/13-months-after-coalition-launch-adc-falters-in-five-major-elections-with-zero-wins/) _2026-08-17 · Editorial Team · The Insight_ By Emmanuel Kwada Thirteen months after prominent opposition figures unveiled the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as the political vehicle for a broad coalition against the ruling All Progressives Congress, the party is facing an uncomfortable question: can the momentum generated by its high-profile leaders be translated into actual electoral victories? The question has become more \[…\] The post… ## [Governors’ Forum, PDP Wish Adeleke Successful Second Term, Hail Re-election](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/governors-forum-pdp-wish-adeleke-successful-second-term-hail-re-election.html) _2026-08-17 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State on his victory at the keenly contested polls. Similarly, the Kwara State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), at the weekend, congratulated Governor Adeleke, his family and the entire citizenry on the outcome of the governorship election. In a letter personally \[…\] The post Governors’ Forum, PDP… ## [“We’ll Challenge Adeleke’s Re-election In Court, But We’re Studying Osun Poll Results” — APC](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/well-challenge-adelekes-re-election-in-court-but-were-studying-osun-poll-results-apc.html) _2026-08-17 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun says its leadership is currently studying the results of Saturday’s governorship election. This is contained in a statement by the APC Director of Media and Information, Kola Olabisi, on Sunday in Osogbo. The party said the it would explore all constitutional avenues to determine its next course of \[…\] The post “We’ll Challenge Adeleke’s Re-election In… ## [Point once, get highlights (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/BuEpyZWBQz5W) _2026-08-17 · **Sponsored**_ Get minutes worth watching from a whole game — point once ## [Cameroon Crowned WAFCON Champions After Emphatic 3-0 Victory Over Malawi](https://theinsight.com.ng/cameroon-crowned-wafcon-champions-after-emphatic-3-0-victory-over-malawi/) _2026-08-17 · Editorial Team · The Insight_ By Emmanuel Kwada Cameroon’s Indomitable Lionesses have made history by winning their first-ever Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title, defeating tournament debutants Malawi 3-0 in a commanding final at the Moulay El Hassan Stadium in Rabat on Sunday. The victory ended decades of near misses for Cameroon, who had previously reached the WAFCON final \[…\] The post Cameroon Crowned WAFCON… ## [Arsenal Crush Manchester City To Win Community Shield](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/arsenal-crush-manchester-city-to-win-community-shield.html) _2026-08-16 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ Title-holders Arsenal delivered a statement performance in the Community Shield, thumping Man City 3-0 in Cardiff to send out a warning to all of their Premier League rivals. The Gunners shocked City and their new boss Enzo Maresca with just 23 seconds on the clock when Myles Lewis-Skelly’s sublime pass teed up Riccardo Calafiori to \[…\] The post Arsenal Crush Manchester City To Win Community… ## [Cameroon Beat Malawi 3-0 To Win WAFCON Title For First Time](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/cameroon-beat-malawi-3-0-to-win-wafcon-title-for-first-time.html) _2026-08-16 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ Cameroon beat Malawi 3-0 to claim their first-ever Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title in a historic final in Rabat on Sunday. Marie Ngah Manga opened the scoring in the 20th minute, heading home from close range to give the Indomitable Lionesses the lead. BBC reports on Sunday that Naomi Eto doubled Cameroon’s advantage 10 \[…\] The post Cameroon Beat Malawi 3-0 To Win WAFCON Title For First Time… ## [Real Reason I Chose To Be Obi’s Running Mate – Kwankwaso](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/real-reason-i-chose-to-be-obis-running-mate-kwankwaso.html) _2026-08-16 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ Vice-presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, says his decision to be the running mate to Mr Peter Obi in the 2027 election is based on national balance, equity and democratic change. Kwankwaso said this when he featured on the News Agency of Nigeria Personality Interview Series in Abuja on Sunday. He \[…\] The post Real Reason I Chose To Be Obi’s Running… ## [Adeleke Withdraws Suit Against EFCC, Says Tinubu’s Intervention Settled Matter](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/adeleke-withdraws-suit-against-efcc-says-tinubus-intervention-settled-matter.html) _2026-08-16 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has said he has directed the state Attorney-General to withdraw the suit against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission over the freezing of the state government’s account, following President Bola Tinubu’s intervention. Adeleke stated this in an interview with Channels Television on Sunday, after he was declared winner of the Osun \[…\] The post Adeleke… ## [Osun Poll: Adeleke’s Camp Denies Having Political Deal With Tinubu](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/osun-poll-adelekes-camp-denies-having-political-deal-with-tinubu.html) _2026-08-16 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ The Imole Campaign Council of Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has denied any political agreement behind the governor’s support for President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid. The council said Adeleke’s support for Tinubu was based on the President’s performance and reforms, rather than a pre-arranged political deal. The council’s spokesperson, Pelumi Olajengbesi, said this in \[…\] The post… ## [‘Tinubu Congratulated Adeleke Before Result Was Declared’ — Accord Party Chieftain](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/tinubu-congratulated-adeleke-before-result-was-declared-accord-party-chieftain.html) _2026-08-16 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on his victory in the governorship election, according to Accord Party chieftain, Pelumi Olajengbesi. Olajengbesi disclosed this while addressing journalists at the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, collation centre in Osogbo, shortly after Adeleke was declared winner of the election. He commended Tinubu… ## [“Stop Blaming Buhari, Account For ₦4trn Refinery Spend” – Atiku To Tinubu](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/we-did-it-uncle-davido-reacts-as-adeleke-wins-osun-election-2.html) _2026-08-16 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress ADC, Atiku Abubakar, has told President Bola Tinubu to stop blaming former President Muhammadu Buhari for the country’s refinery woes and instead account for the trillions of naira sunk into the facilities under his own watch. Atiku’s Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, said in a \[ \] The post Stop Blaming… ## [‘We Did It, Uncle’ – Davido Reacts As Adeleke Wins Osun Election](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/we-did-it-uncle-davido-reacts-as-adeleke-wins-osun-election.html) _2026-08-16 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ Nigerian music star Davido has reacted to the re-election of his uncle, Ademola Adeleke, as the governor of Osun State. Celebrating the victory, Davido took to X and simply wrote, “We did it.” The singer’s reaction came after the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Adeleke, the Accord Party candidate, winner of the Osun State \[ \] The post We Did It, Uncle’ Davido Reacts As… ## [“Osun Voters Came Prepared To Stop Rigging” — Rufai, Farotimi](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/osun-voters-came-prepared-to-stop-rigging-rufai-farotimi.html) _2026-08-16 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ Osun State voters came prepared to protect their votes and prevent alleged manipulation during the collation of results in Saturday’s governorship election, media personalities Oseni Rufai and Dele Farotimi have said. Farotimi made the observation in a post on his X handle on Sunday while commenting on the participation of Nigerian celebrities in the election. \[ \] The post Osun Voters Came… ## [“Remittances Aren’t Enough, Come Home And Invest’ – Bola Tinubu To Nigerians In Diaspora](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/remittances-arent-enough-come-home-and-invest-bola-tinubu-to-nigerians-in-diaspora.html) _2026-08-16 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerians in the diaspora to move beyond remittances for consumption and invest in ventures, saying diaspora capital is needed for growth. Tinubu spoke at the Nigeria Diaspora Economic Conference 2026 in Toronto, where he was represented by Femi Gbajabiamila. He acknowledged that remittances help families with school fees, medical bills, \[ \] The post Remittances… ## [INEC Declares Adeleke Winner Of Osun Governorship Poll](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/inec-declares-adeleke-winner-of-osun-governorship-poll.html) _2026-08-16 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, was on Sunday declared elected, having won 19 out of the 30 local government areas in the governorship election held across the state on Saturday. The State Returning Officer, the Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University, Oye Ekiti, Prof Joshua Ogunwole, declared the result of the poll at about 7:24 am \[ \] The post INEC Declares Adeleke Winner Of Osun… ## [Osun Decides 2026: Adeleke Wins Second Term, Takes 19 LGAs with 511,067 Votes](https://theinsight.com.ng/osun-decides-2026-adeleke-wins-second-term-takes-19-lgas-with-511067-votes/) _2026-08-16 · Editorial Team · The Insight_ By Emmanuel Kwada Governor Ademola Nurudeen Jackson Adeleke has secured a second term in office after the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared him the winner of the Osun State governorship election held on Saturday, August 15, 2026. Adeleke, who contested the election on the platform of the Accord Party, polled 511,067 votes to defeat \[…\] The post Osun Decides 2026: Adeleke… ## [Adeleke Camp Raises Alarm Over Alleged Plan To Declare Osun Poll Inconclusive](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/adeleke-camp-raises-alarm-over-alleged-plan-to-declare-osun-poll-inconclusive.html) _2026-08-15 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ The Imole Campaign Council, ICC, has alleged there is a plot by lNEC to declare the Osun governorship election inconclusive. ICC’s Chairman, Media Publicity, Bamidele Salam, said the move was being pushed by APC governors and leaders to frustrate the “imminent victory” of Sen. Ademola Adeleke of the Accord Party. In a statement, Salam \[ \] The post Adeleke Camp Raises Alarm Over Alleged Plan To… ## [Gunmen Invade Ward 4 Collation Centre In Osogbo, Disrupt Exercise](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/gunmen-invade-ward-4-collation-centre-in-osogbo-disrupt-exercise.html) _2026-08-15 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ As collation of results continues in the Osun State governorship election, hooded gunmen have invaded a collation centre in Osogbo local government, disrupting the exercise. The collation centre in Ataoja D inside Union Baptist Primary School covers many polling units of Ward 4 in the state capital and was invaded around 9:45pm. The gunmen were \[ \] The post Gunmen Invade Ward 4 Collation Centre In… ## [“I’m Confident Of Winning Osun Governorship Election” — Oyebamiji](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/im-confident-of-winning-osun-governorship-election-oyebamiji.html) _2026-08-15 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Mr Bola Oyebamiji, has expressed confidence in his chances of winning the ongoing Osun State governorship election. Oyebamiji spoke after casting his vote at Ward 9, Polling Unit 011, Ikire, in Irewole Local Government Area of the state. He commended the large turnout of voters in \[ \] The post I’m Confident Of Winning Osun… ## [Police Nab Osun Accord Party Lawmaker With Over 200 PVCs, 143 Mercenaries From Neighbouring States Hiding In Father’s House](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/police-nab-osun-accord-party-lawmaker-with-over-200-pvcs-143-mercenaries-from-neighbouring-states-hiding-in-fathers-house.html) _2026-08-15 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ The Osun State Police Command has arrested a serving member of the State House of Assembly, Hon. Abiola Ibrahim Inaolaji, alongside 143 suspected electoral mercenaries camped at his residence in Ikire. The lawmaker, who represents Irewole/Isokan State Constituency in the Osun State House of Assembly, was arrested on Friday night during a police operation. More \[ \] The post Police Nab Osun Accord… ## [Governorship Election: “Soldiers Trying To Block Me From Entering Osun” — Davido](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/governorship-election-soldiers-trying-to-block-me-from-entering-osun-davido.html) _2026-08-15 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has claimed that soldiers are attempting to prevent him from entering Osun State on Saturday as the state holds its governorship election. In a post on his verified X account early on Saturday, Davido wrote, “I’ve been reliably informed that soldiers are trying to prevent me from \[ \] The post Governorship Election: Soldiers Trying To Block… ## [“Poor Men Often Have Long-Lasting Marriages” — Singer Brymo](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/poor-men-often-have-long-lasting-marriages-singer-brymo.html) _2026-08-15 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ Nigerian singer Brymo has offered an interesting perspective on why some men with limited financial resources are able to maintain long-lasting marriages, insisting that it is not necessarily because their wives are also struggling financially. According to the singer, many low-income men are self-employed and run small businesses that give them control over their income, \[ \] The post Poor Men… ## [Osun Senator Who Made Death Threat To Accord Party Members, Orders Supporters In His Polling Unit To Watch Out For Voters Who Don’t Vote APC](https://www.informationng.com/2026/08/osun-senator-who-made-death-threat-to-accord-party-members-orders-supporters-in-his-polling-unit-to-watch-out-for-voters-who-dont-vote-apc.html) _2026-08-15 · Editor · Information Nigeria_ Senator representing Osun East, Francis Adenigba Fadahunsi, has urged his supporters to closely monitor the voting process during Saturday’s governorship election in Osun State. Fadahunsi made the call while addressing supporters in Ilesha, urging them to ensure that voters cast their ballots for their preferred candidates. In a video online, he was heard saying, “Monitor \[ \] The post Osun Senator…