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Adeleke Wins Second Term as Osun Governor, Defeats APC’s Oyebamiji
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Adeleke Wins Second Term as Osun Governor, Defeats APC’s Oyebamiji

Governor Ademola Adeleke has secured another four years in office after winning the 2026 Osun State governorship election, defeating his closest challenger, Bola Oyebamiji of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The election was held on Saturday, August 15, 2026, across the 30 local government areas of Osun State. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Adeleke the winner in the early hours of Sunday, August 16, after the collation of results at the state collation centre in Osogbo.

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ECOWAS Approves Nigeria-Morocco $25bn Gas Pipeline Project
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August 5, 2026 • 128 views

ECOWAS Approves Nigeria-Morocco $25bn Gas Pipeline Project

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has approved the Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline project, marking a major milestone for one of Africa's most ambitious energy infrastructure initiatives. The approval came during the 69th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government held in Freetown, Sierra Leone, where member states endorsed the project's legal and institutional framework by signing an Inter-Governmental Agreement (IGA). The move provides the political and legal backing needed to advance the next phase of the project.

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Segun Aina Assumes Office as New JAMB Registrar, Succeeds Oloyede
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August 1, 2026 • 151 views

Segun Aina Assumes Office as New JAMB Registrar, Succeeds Oloyede

Professor Segun Aina, a professor of Computer Engineering and systems expert, has officially assumed office as the new Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), taking over from Professor Is-haq Oloyede, whose 10-year tenure came to an end on July 31, 2026. The official handover took place on Friday, July 31, 2026, at the JAMB headquarters in Bwari, Abuja, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the examination body. Aina's appointment had earlier been announced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on May 21, 2026, ahead of Oloyede's departure.

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Adeleke Wins Second Term as Osun Governor, Defeats APC’s Oyebamiji
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Adeleke Wins Second Term as Osun Governor, Defeats APC’s Oyebamiji

Governor Ademola Adeleke has secured another four years in office after winning the 2026 Osun State governorship election, defeating his closest challenger, Bola Oyebamiji of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The election was held on Saturday, August 15, 2026, across the 30 local government areas of Osun State. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Adeleke the winner in the early hours of Sunday, August 16, after the collation of results at the state collation centre in Osogbo.

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ECOWAS Approves Nigeria-Morocco $25bn Gas Pipeline Project
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ECOWAS Approves Nigeria-Morocco $25bn Gas Pipeline Project

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has approved the Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline project, marking a major milestone for one of Africa's most ambitious energy infrastructure initiatives. The approval came during the 69th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government held in Freetown, Sierra Leone, where member states endorsed the project's legal and institutional framework by signing an Inter-Governmental Agreement (IGA). The move provides the political and legal backing needed to advance the next phase of the project.

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Segun Aina Assumes Office as New JAMB Registrar, Succeeds Oloyede
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Segun Aina Assumes Office as New JAMB Registrar, Succeeds Oloyede

Professor Segun Aina, a professor of Computer Engineering and systems expert, has officially assumed office as the new Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), taking over from Professor Is-haq Oloyede, whose 10-year tenure came to an end on July 31, 2026. The official handover took place on Friday, July 31, 2026, at the JAMB headquarters in Bwari, Abuja, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the examination body. Aina's appointment had earlier been announced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on May 21, 2026, ahead of Oloyede's departure.

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Tinubu Declines Meeting With South African Envoy Amid Xenophobic Tensions
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Tinubu Declines Meeting With South African Envoy Amid Xenophobic Tensions

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Monday, July 27, 2026, declined to receive a special delegation from South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, choosing instead to have the visiting officials meet with Nigeria's Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye. The decision comes as diplomatic tensions continue over renewed xenophobic attacks targeting Nigerians and other African nationals in South Africa. The South African delegation, led by Ronald Lamola, South Africa's Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, reportedly arrived in Abuja on Friday, July 24, carrying a message from President Ramaphosa and seeking an audience with President Tinubu. However, Presidency sources said the request was not scheduled in advance, and the President later directed the delegation to engage with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs instead.

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Taiwo Oyedele Dismisses ₦80 Trillion Borrowing Claim, Defends Tinubu's Fiscal Record
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Taiwo Oyedele Dismisses ₦80 Trillion Borrowing Claim, Defends Tinubu's Fiscal Record

Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele, has dismissed claims that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration borrowed ₦80 trillion, describing the widely circulated figure as false and based on a misunderstanding of Nigeria's public debt data. Oyedele made the clarification on Monday, July 20, 2026, during an economic review session organised by the Senate Committee on Finance, where lawmakers examined the country's fiscal position and debt profile.

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THE CHANGE WE AREN'T READY FOR
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THE CHANGE WE AREN'T READY FOR

Everyone wants a better Nigeria. But what if Nigeria is waiting for us first? At every gathering — weddings, WhatsApp groups, church meetings — Nigerians recite the same grievances: failed promises, stolen budgets, roads that vanish after one rainfall. We are fluent in complaint. But here is the harder question: if Nigeria became, overnight, the nation we say we want, would our own daily habits be worthy of it — or would we quietly rebuild the dysfunction we just escaped? This is not an attempt to excuse bad governance or shift responsibility from those in power, it is a move to confront the uncomfortable truth. Nigeria's greatest problem may not be the government alone, It may also be Nigerians — all of us, in the small choices we make when no one is watching.

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CBN Clarifies Status of Commemorative ₦100 Note Amid Public Confusion
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CBN Clarifies Status of Commemorative ₦100 Note Amid Public Confusion

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reassured Nigerians that the commemorative ₦100 banknote remains a legal tender and has not replaced the country's existing standard ₦100 note. The clarification follows renewed public discussions and misconceptions over the status of the commemorative note, with some Nigerians questioning whether it had replaced the traditional ₦100 banknote or had ceased to be valid for transactions

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Burkina Faso Restricts NGOs From Using Images of Vulnerable People
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Burkina Faso Restricts NGOs From Using Images of Vulnerable People

Burkina Faso has introduced new humanitarian regulations prohibiting non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and humanitarian agencies from taking, displaying or sharing photographs and videos that portray people receiving aid in a degrading or exploitative manner. The new measures, reported on Monday, July 6, 2026, are aimed at protecting the dignity, privacy and rights of vulnerable citizens while tightening oversight of humanitarian activities in the country. According to reports, NGOs will no longer be permitted to publish images showing beneficiaries alongside donated food, relief materials or other forms of humanitarian assistance if the images are considered degrading or exploitative.

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Adire Set to Replace NYSC Khaki as FG Unveils New Uniform Reform
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Adire Set to Replace NYSC Khaki as FG Unveils New Uniform Reform

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) is set for a major transformation following the Federal Government's decision to replace the scheme's iconic khaki uniform with Adire, a locally produced fabric, as part of its ongoing reforms. The announcement was made by the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, during an appearance on Channels Television's The Morning Brief on Thursday, July 2, 2026. According to the minister, the change is aimed at promoting local industries while giving the NYSC a new identity that reflects Nigeria's rich cultural heritage. Explaining the rationale behind the decision, Olawande said the government wants to ensure that public funds are used to support Nigerian businesses rather than foreign manufacturers. "It's Adire. Adire is being produced in Nigeria. We have them in Ogun, we have them in Kwara, we have textile industries. Let's put our money back into the country," the minister said.

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Burkina Faso Unveils First Locally Manufactured Drones to Boost National Security
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Burkina Faso Unveils First Locally Manufactured Drones to Boost National Security

In a region where security challenges have continued to shape national priorities, Burkina Faso is increasingly looking inward for solutions. The reported development of locally manufactured drones by Naana Tech Burkina Faso has drawn attention as another sign of the country's effort to strengthen its technological and defence capabilities through local innovation.

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Why Every Eligible Nigerian Should Have a PVC
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Why Every Eligible Nigerian Should Have a PVC

Every election season, one message echoes across Nigeria: "Go and get your PVC." Yet despite repeated campaigns by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), millions of eligible Nigerians still do not register or collect their Permanent Voter's Cards. Some believe their vote will not make a difference, while others simply lose interest in the electoral process. But beyond being a requirement for voting, the PVC represents something much deeper, it is a citizen's voice in deciding the future of the country. The Permanent Voter's Card, commonly known as the PVC, is the official document issued by INEC that allows eligible.

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The Fight Against Terrorism: CBN Freezes Accounts Linked to Terrorism Financing
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The Fight Against Terrorism: CBN Freezes Accounts Linked to Terrorism Financing

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has intensified its efforts to combat terrorism financing by directing banks, payment service banks and other financial institutions to immediately freeze accounts and assets linked to individuals and businesses placed on the country's terrorism sanctions list. The directive was contained in a circular dated June 24, 2026, and signed by Olubunmi Ayodele-Oni, on behalf of the Director of the CBN's Compliance Department. The circular followed an update to the Nigeria Sanctions List by the Nigeria Sanctions Committee on June 18, 2026, as well as sanctions issued by the United States Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) under Executive Order 13224, which targets individuals and organisations involved in terrorism and terrorism financing.

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