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By Plus234Feed Editorial23 Aug 2026

Edo Governor's Aide Bars Davido From Performing in State

Apostle Kassy Chukwu, aide to Governor Monday Okpebholo, has declared the Afrobeats star unwelcome in Edo for the remainder of the administration's tenure.

By Plus234Feed Editorial23 Aug 2026

Oborevwori Inaugurates Housing, Vehicles for Delta Permanent Secretaries

Delta governor presents 12 duplexes and official cars to permanent secretaries, revealing his salary of ₦503,000 is below their ₦900,000 monthly pay.

By Plus234Feed Editorial23 Aug 2026

Tinubu administration attacks Atiku's plan to restore fuel subsidies

The federal government has sharply criticized former Vice President Atiku Abubakar's announcement that he would restore fuel subsidies if he wins the 2027 presidential election.

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Adeleke thanks Tinubu at Villa after Osun election victory

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke travelled to the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Thursday to meet with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu following his re-election victory.

By Plus234Feed Editorial23 Aug 2026

Atiku tells Obasanjo he has no electoral value for 2027 race

Atiku Abubakar dismisses former President Obasanjo's political influence, claiming the North secured his 1999 election victory.

Tinubu receives Adeleke at Presidential Villa after Osun election victory

President Tinubu hosted Osun Governor Adeleke at Aso Rock on Thursday, their first face-to-face meeting since his recent re-election victory.

Cardinal Onaiyekan Stands Firm Against Presidential Criticism Over Meeting Disclosure

The 82-year-old Catholic cleric rejected Presidency pushback for publicly discussing a July 28 meeting between bishops and President Tinubu.

Atiku declares 2027 as final presidential bid, rules out 2031 run

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar says the 2027 election represents his last attempt at the presidency, ending speculation about future campaigns.

Ekiti State Appoints New Owa of Oke-Ako After Decades-Long Vacancy

Prince Bamidele Oni has been approved as traditional ruler of Oke-Ako Ekiti, ending a leadership gap that lasted since 2000.

NYSC Issues Dual Guidelines on Phone Searches, Political Activity

Corps members receive warnings against phone searches and political campaigning as they begin 2026 service year.

Fayose Credits Tinubu's Restraint in Osun Election, Recalls 2018 Ekiti Loss

Ayodele Fayose, the former Ekiti State governor, has characterized President Bola Tinubu's approach to the August 15 Osun State governorship election as measured and restrained.

Tinubu holds series of private meetings at Aso Rock with top officials

President Tinubu met separately with Senate President Akpabio, Osun Governor Oyetola, and Kano lawmaker Doguwa at the Presidential Villa on Tuesday.

Fayose Claims Accord Party Spent N40bn on Osun Election

Former Ekiti governor alleges both major parties exceeded legal spending limits in August governorship race, responding to Davido's APC accusations.

Fadahunsi apologises for Osun remarks after election concludes

APC Senator Adenigba Fadahunsi has apologised for controversial comments made during campaigning in Osun, saying emotional remarks were misinterpreted.

Adeleke Rejects ADC Claims of Electoral Alliance in Osun Re-election

Governor Ademola Adeleke denied that the African Democratic Congress played any role in securing his recent Osun State governorship victory.

Peter Obi signs national peace accord ahead of 2027 elections

On Tuesday in Abuja, Peter Obi, the Nigeria Democratic Congress's presidential candidate, appended his signature to the National Peace Accord.

Wike predicts smooth 2027 win for Tinubu amid weakened opposition

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike says President Tinubu will win 2027 more easily than 2023, citing a fractured opposition unable to mount effective challenge.

Natasha Osawaru Appointed Edo Assembly Minority Leader

2Baba's wife Natasha Osawaru has been named minority leader of the Edo State House of Assembly after defecting from the PDP to the NDC.

ADC says it backed Accord to block APC in Osun election

The African Democratic Congress disclosed that it deliberately partnered with the Accord Party on August 15 for the Osun State governorship election, seeking to block the All Progressives Congress from reclaiming control.

Oyebamiji Concedes Osun Governorship, Calls for End to Post-Election Violence

Three days following the August 15 Osun State election, Bola Oyebamiji, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for governor, publicly confirmed his acceptance of the electoral results.

Wike Orders Demolition of Abuja Houses Blocking Waterways

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has directed the immediate removal of structures obstructing drainage channels in Abuja following severe flooding.

Osun election result validates ballot supremacy, Senate Leader tells APC

Senate Leader Bamidele congratulates Governor Adeleke on Osun victory, urges losing APC candidate to accept outcome and contribute ideas.

APM Claims Sweep in Bauchi Local Government Elections

The Allied Peoples Movement won all 20 chairmanship seats and 319 of 323 councillorship positions in Bauchi State's local government poll on Monday.

Tinubu, Bago, Info Minister Honour Babangida at 85

Senior government officials have marked the 85th birthday of retired General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida with public tributes to his military career and decades-long influence on Nigeria's political trajectory.