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• ‘Democracy has won’: Tambuwal congratulates Adeleke

  16-08-2026 12:59 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has congratulated Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on his re-election, describing the outcome as a victory for democracy and the people of the state.Tambuwal, in a statement posted on his X handle on Sunday, said the election had provided the people of Osun with another opportunity to exercise their constitutional right to choose their leaders.He said Adeleke’s victory was not merely a personal achievement but a d
  
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• NGF congratulates Gov Adeleke on re-election

  16-08-2026 16:39 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Demola Akinyemi, IlorinThe Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun on his re-election to serve the state for another four years.Chairman of the NGF, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, felicitated the governor in a statement issued on Sunday and also wished him a successful second term.The statement said, “The NGF acknowledges the strides and personality of the Governor, which readily paid off at the keenly contested election.“The Foru
  
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• #OsunDecides2026: PDP congratulates Adeleke, urges focus on peace, development

  16-08-2026 16:28 via punchng.com
  
  The PDP congratulates Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election in Osun State, urging him to focus on peace and development for the people.Read More: https://punchng.com/osundecides2026-pdp-congratulates-adeleke-urges-focus-on-peace-development/
  
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• Otti salutes Osun voters, INEC over peaceful polls

  16-08-2026 16:12 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Ugochukwu AlaribeGovernor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Otti, has commended the electorate in Osun State as well as the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, over what he described as the peaceful conduct of the just-concluded governorship election in the state.The governor also congratulated his Osun counterpart, Senator Ademola Adeleke, on his re-election, and charged him to remain focused on delivering people-centred governance to improve the lives of the people, expand opportunities
  
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• We crave Western education, Borno girls who married as teenagers seek govt support

  16-08-2026 16:08 via punchng.com
  
  Young Borno girls, married as teenagers, are appealing to the government for support to access Western education and redefine their future aspirations.Read More: https://punchng.com/we-crave-western-education-borno-girls-who-married-as-teenagers-seek-govt-support/
  
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• #OsunDecides2026: This is democracy, Oyebanji hails Adeleke’s re-election

  16-08-2026 16:08 via punchng.com
  
  Ekiti Governor Biodun Oyebanji congratulates Ademola Adeleke on his re-election in Osun, calling it a reflection of voters’ wishes.Read More: https://punchng.com/osundecides2026-this-is-democracy-oyebanji-hails-adelekes-re-election/
  
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• Bauchi First Lady unveils N80m empowerment package for women

  16-08-2026 16:08 via punchng.com
  
  Bauchi First Lady, Aisha Mohammed, launches an N80m empowerment package and distributes cassava to boost women’s economic independence and household incomeRead More: https://punchng.com/bauchi-first-lady-unveils-n80m-empowerment-package-for-women/
  
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• TMG commends INEC, Osun voters, calls for protection of people’s mandate ahead 2027

  16-08-2026 16:01 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Transition Monitoring Group (TMG) has commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for what it described as the relatively seamless conduct of the 15 August 2026 Osun State Governorship Election, particularly the absence of major technical glitches in most locations and the real-time uploading of polling-unit results on the INEC Result Viewing Portal (IReV).TMG also called on the judiciary to protect genuine mandates freely given by the people and ensure that judicial proc
  
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• 5 countries that have no official national currency

  16-08-2026 15:58 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Several countries around the world do not issue or use a currency of their own, instead relying on the money of another country or adopting a widely recognised currency such as the US dollar or euro.Countries may choose this arrangement for different reasons, including economic stability, stronger trade links, financial crises and close relationships with neighbouring economies.While using a foreign currency can provide greater monetary stability, it also means these countries have limited cont
  
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• #OsunDecides2026: We are studying election results, says APC

  16-08-2026 15:51 via punchng.com
  
  The Osun APC is studying the governorship election results across all wards, hinting at potential legal action. Stay updated on the Osun Election Results.Read More: https://punchng.com/osundecides2026-we-are-studying-election-results-says-apc/
  
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• Iran offers $30,000 bounty for killing, capturing US soldiers

  16-08-2026 15:51 via punchng.com
  
  Iran’s military announced a $30,000 bounty for killing or capturing US soldiers, doubled for women. Learn more about this controversial Iran US bounty.Read More: https://punchng.com/iran-offers-30000-bounty-for-killing-capturing-us-soldiers/
  
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• Hollywood duo underline Premier League ambition for Wrexham

  16-08-2026 15:51 via punchng.com
  
  Wrexham’s Hollywood owners, Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, reaffirm their ambition for the club to reach the Premier League after narrowly missing a plaRead More: https://punchng.com/hollywood-duo-underline-premier-league-ambition-for-wrexham/
  
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• Osun poll: We’re studying results across 332 wards – APC

  16-08-2026 15:43 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Shina Abubakar, OsogboFollowing the outcome of the just-concluded governorship election in Osun State, the All Progressives Congress, APC, has disclosed that it is studying the results before determining the next line of action.Governor Ademola Adeleke, while addressing newsmen after he was declared victorious, disclosed that he is expecting his opponent, Mr Bola Oyebamiji, to call and congratulate him.However, the APC, in a statement issued by its Director of Media and Information, Kola Ola
  
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• Oyebanji felicitates Adeleke on re-election, hails Tinubu

  16-08-2026 15:37 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Rotimi Ojomoyela The Governor of Ekiti State, Biodun Oyebanji, has congratulated Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, on his re-election for another term of office following his victory in Saturday’s Osun State governorship election.Governor Adeleke, the candidate of the Accord Party, was declared winner of the August 15, 2026 election by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Sunday morning.Governor Oyebanji, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Medi
  
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• #OsunDecides2026: AAC candidate vows to return stronger after defeat

  16-08-2026 15:36 via punchng.com
  
  AAC governorship candidate Olajide Esan, after his defeat in OsunDecides2026, vows his movement will return stronger, criticising money in politics.Read More: https://punchng.com/osundecides2026-aac-candidate-vows-to-return-stronger-after-defeat/
  
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• Osun poll: Group urges opposition to adopt Adeleke’s victory template for 2027

  16-08-2026 15:36 via punchng.com
  
  A political group, G-100, urges opposition parties to adopt Governor Adeleke’s Osun election template for unity and victory in the 2027 general elections.Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-poll-group-urges-opposition-to-adopt-adelekes-victory-template-for-2027/
  
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• Presidency, NSIB craft new funding model

  16-08-2026 15:32 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Dickson OmobolaNigerian Safety Investigation Bureau, NSIB, has disclosed that it is working with the Presidency to develop a more sustainable funding framework for the agency.Director-General of the NSIB, Capt Alex Badeh Jr, also opposed the proposed bill seeking to reduce the agency’s share of the Ticket Sales Charge, TSC, from six per cent to four per cent, saying the move would weaken its capacity to investigate accidents and enhance transportation safety.Addressing newsmen during a
  
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• ASUU rejects ABSU lecturer’s suspension, vows to sustain strike

  16-08-2026 15:29 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Ugochukwu AlaribeThe Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, Abia State University, ABSU, Uturu Branch, has rejected the suspension of one of its members, Professor Nnamdi Nwaeze, describing the action as unacceptable and vowing to sustain its ongoing indefinite strike until the suspended academic is recalled.The union commenced an indefinite strike action on Tuesday, August 11, over unpaid salaries.The next day, the management of the university suspended Professor Nwaeze, a lecturer in
  
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• Nigeria targets local production of armoured vehicles, anti-drone systems

  16-08-2026 15:12 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Musa Ubandawaki, SokotoNigeria is stepping up efforts to break its longstanding dependence on imported military hardware as the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria D7G (DICON-D7G) advances plans to establish local production lines for armoured vehicles, anti-drone platforms and other specialised defence equipment.The ambitious initiative, being pursued in partnership with Eagles International for Defence Systems, is expected to deepen technology transfer, expand Nigeria’s indigen
  
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• Plateau police arrest officer over shooting of trader

  16-08-2026 15:08 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Golok NanmwaThe Plateau State Police Command has arrested and detained a police officer who allegedly shot an unarmed trader in the leg at a checkpoint in Riyom Local Government Area of the state.The incident occurred on August 11 when the trader, identified as Danladi, who moves goods with his van, was stopped at a checkpoint while conveying vegetables to the Southeast.The Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, of the Plateau State Police Command, Superintendent Alfred Alabo, confirmed that
  
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• #OsunDecides2026: Keyamo congratulates Adeleke, says ‘agreement is agreement’

  16-08-2026 15:04 via punchng.com
  
  Festus Keyamo congratulates Governor Ademola Adeleke on his historic re-election in the Osun Election 2026, emphasizing the importance of political agreemeRead More: https://punchng.com/osundecides2026-keyamo-congratulates-adeleke-says-agreement-is-agreement/
  
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• INEC closes Osun election situation room, prepares for 2027

  16-08-2026 14:47 via punchng.com
  
  INEC has officially closed its Osun election situation room after the governorship poll, with Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan commending staff and looking ahRead More: https://punchng.com/inec-closes-osun-election-situation-room-prepares-for-2027/
  
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• Adebutu, Ogun PDP chieftain hail Adeleke on Osun governorship victory

  16-08-2026 14:47 via punchng.com
  
  Ogun PDP chieftains Oladipupo Adebutu and Segun Showunmi congratulate Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election, calling his victory a win for democracy.Read More: https://punchng.com/adebutu-ogun-pdp-chieftain-hail-adeleke-on-osun-governorship-victory/
  
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• ‘Agreement is agreement’ — Keyamo thanks Adeleke for endorsing Tinubu’s re-election

  16-08-2026 14:39 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has thanked Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, for publicly reaffirming his support for President Bola Tinubu’s bid for re-election in 2027.Keyamo reacted to Adeleke’s endorsement in a post on X, describing the governor as a “man of integrity and honour.”“Thank you, Governor Ademola Adeleke, for the public and unequivocal endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the 2027 Presidential Election,&
  
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• 2027: Obi ticket unbeatable in credibility, capacity – Kwankwaso

  16-08-2026 14:23 via punchng.com
  
  Rabiu Kwankwaso asserts the Peter Obi-Rabiu Kwankwaso ticket is unbeatable for the 2027 presidential election, citing their credibility and capacity.Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-obi-ticket-unbeatable-in-credibility-capacity-kwankwaso/
  
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• Violence erupts in western Kenya ahead of opposition rally

  16-08-2026 13:52 via punchng.com
  
  Violence erupts in western Kenya ahead of an opposition rally, raising concerns about political thuggery and security as national polls approach.Read More: https://punchng.com/violence-erupts-in-western-kenya-ahead-of-opposition-rally/
  
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• Anambra CP introduces checkpoint monitoring to curb police extortion

  16-08-2026 13:52 via punchng.com
  
  Anambra State Commissioner of Police introduces checkpoint monitoring to curb police extortion and harassment, ensuring accountability and professionalism.Read More: https://punchng.com/anambra-cp-introduces-checkpoint-monitoring-to-curb-police-extortion/
  
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• Tinubu to Adeleke: ‘Your victory confirms Osun people’s confidence in you’

  16-08-2026 13:45 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA — President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State on his re-election on Saturday, August 15, 2026, saying the governor’s victory confirms the confidence the people of the state have in him.The President also said the re‑election of Governor Adeleke is a fitting assurance that democracy will continue to flourish in the country under the All Progressives Congress administration.President Tinubu, in a statement by his spo
  
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• Tinubu to Adeleke: Your victory confirms Osun people’s confidence in you

  16-08-2026 13:45 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA — President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State on his re-election on Saturday, August 15, 2026, saying the governor’s victory confirms the confidence the people of the state have in him.The President also said the re‑election of Governor Adeleke is a fitting assurance that democracy will continue to flourish in the country under the All Progressives Congress administration.President Tinubu, in a statement by his spo
  
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• ‘I wish him great success’ — Tinubu congratulates Adeleke, commends INEC

  16-08-2026 13:37 via vanguardngr.com
  
  President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on his victory in the August 15 governorship election, wishing him success as he begins another four-year term.Tinubu, in a statement reacting to the election outcome, said Adeleke’s re-election demonstrated the confidence the people of Osun State had in his leadership.“I called Governor Ademola Adeleke earlier today to congratulate him on his election victory in Osun State. His victory once again confirmed
  
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