February 15, 2026
Osun 2026: PDP, Labour Party Missing as INEC publishes candidates’ details
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has announced the publication of the personal particulars of candidates and their running mates for the forthcoming governorship election in Osun State. In a statement issued by Musa Olurode, Osun INEC Public Affairs Officer on behalf of the Resident Electoral Commissioner, Dr Mutiu Agboke on Sunday, the Commission confirmed […]
Sunday Bisi Remains Party Chair- Osun PDP Lawmakers
Amid ongoing political tension in the state, lawmakers elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Osun State have declared their continued recognition of the party’s existing leadership structure, distancing themselves from any parallel authority. The affirmation followed a closed-door meeting held in Osogbo on Saturday evening, where members of the National […]
US Embassy in Abuja, Lagos Consulate to close on Monday
United States Embassy in Abuja and the Consulate General in Lagos will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2026, in observance of Presidents’ Day. The US Mission in Nigeria disclosed this in a statement posted on its official X account on Sunday, noting that normal operations will resume after the public holiday. “The U.S. Embassy […]
Police arrest four suspects linked to abduction of nine Benue worshipers
At least four suspects have been arrested in connection with the abduction of nine worshippers at Ojije, Utonkon, Ado Local Government Area of Benue State, last Sunday. The Police Public Relations Officer in Benue State, DSP Udeme Edet, disclosed this in a statement issued and made available to newsmen on Sunday. Edet said efforts were […]