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August 17, 2026

Gov Adeleke’s re-election triumph for democracy, defeat for one-party myth: Ex-APC Spokesman

A former APC spokesman for Lagos, Seye Oladejo, described Governor Ademola Adeleke’s re-election in Osun as a democratic triumph.

Ademola Adeleke
August 17, 2026

55% of Kano’s 1,557 projects completed: Commissioner

The Kano government says it has completed 867 of the 1,557 projects executed by Governor Abba Yusuf’s administration since its inception.

Governor Abba Yusuf
August 17, 2026

Davido opposes Adeleke’s support for Tinubu, says ‘evil’ APC killed people over Osun governorship election

“Y’all kept it bloody n lost! Pple died! F**k yall!!,” Davido lashed at APC and its supporters.

President Bola Tinubu, David Adeleke, Governor Ademola Adeleke
August 17, 2026

‘I hereby endorse Tinubu for second term in 2027 presidential election,’ Gov Adeleke declares

“My support is just based on the fact that he is a Yoruba man and he’s from the South-West…I will go all out for President Tinubu in 2027,” said Governor Ademola Adeleke.

Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Ademola Adeleke
August 17, 2026

Gov Idris drops Abubakar-Tafida, picks ex-finance commissioner as running mate

Governor Nasir Idris has replaced his deputy, Umar Abubakar-Tafida, with ex-finance commissioner Ibrahim Muhammad-Augie as his running mate for the 2027 governorship election.

Governor Nasir Idris
August 17, 2026

Makinde congratulates Adeleke, urges INEC to conduct credible 2027 elections

The off-cycle election is a litmus test for the 2027 general election, according to Mr Makinde, who urged the commission not to let Nigerians down in 2027.

Makinde congratulates Adeleke
August 17, 2026

Wike-sanctioned Rainbow coalition pledges inclusive Rivers reconciliation

The reconciliation efforts aim to restore political harmony among stakeholders while fostering unity, progress and development across Rivers.

Fubara speaking with Wike
August 16, 2026

Re-election: Gov. Adeleke should prepare for Accord leadership battle, says factional chairman

Mr Imumolen said a court victory for his faction could have far-reaching implications for the political foundation upon which Mr Adeleke contested.

Accord Party
August 16, 2026

Ex-senator Iyabo Obasanjo congratulates Gov Adeleke on re-election

She said Mr Adeleke’s victory proves the confidence and trust the people of the state have in his leadership.

Iyabo Obasanjo, Gov Adeleke
August 16, 2026

Ogun governorship candidate Adebutu hails Adeleke’s victory, says APC is ‘sinking ship’

“The APC is a sinking ship in Ogun State. No amount of padding—whether of election figures, contracts, or political theatrics—can stop their downfall,” Mr Adebutu said.

Gov. Adeleke, Adebutu