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Osun gov election 2026: Official LGA Results from INEC; Live updates as collation begins

Osun Gov Election 2026: Official LGA Results from INEC; Live Updates as Collation Begins

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Osun election 2026: MURIC blasts INEC, calls for chairman's sack, details emerge

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Osun election 2026: MURIC blasts INEC, calls for chairman's sack, details emerge

MURIC has criticised INEC over alleged incidents during the 2026 Osun governorship election and called for the removal of its chairman, Joash Amupitan.

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The 7 African countries where English is widely spoken

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Actor Kunle Omisore opens up on failed marriage, shares why he feels lonely despite having women around

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Natasha, Dickson react as INEC officially declares Adeleke winner of 2026 Osun governorship election

Natasha, Dickson react as INEC officially declares Adeleke winner of 2026 Osun governorship election

Senator Natasha Akpoti and Seriake Dickson have reacted after INEC officially declared Ademola Adeleke winner of the 2026 Osun governorship election.

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NBS data shows geopolitical zone with highest electricity access in Nigeria

NBS data shows geopolitical zone with highest electricity access in Nigeria

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2 dead, 500 evacuated as twin fires break out almost simultaneously on Greek Island of Salamina

2 dead, 500 evacuated as twin fires break out almost simultaneously on Greek Island of Salamina

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Floods Submerge Cars, Leave Residents Stranded in Abuja

Floods Submerge Cars, Leave Residents Stranded in Abuja

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Breaking: APC announces what they will do next over Adeleke's Osun 2026 victory

Breaking: APC announces what they will do next over Adeleke's Osun 2026 victory

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UK lists exemptions to salary requirements for work visa holders seeking permanent residence

UK lists exemptions to salary requirements for work visa holders seeking permanent residence

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UK publishes 9 permanent residency requirements for foreigners working in the country

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“He truly loves this girl”: Peller takes decisive action amid online attacks against Jarvis’s new hairstyle

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Jowizaza shares first post as his billionaire father regains freedom; Obi Cubana, others react

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Davido cries out over alleged move to block his entry into Osun for governorship election

Davido cries out over alleged move to block his entry into Osun for governorship election

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15 facts about Robert James Ritchie Jr, singer Kid Rock’s son

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43 emotional songs about letting someone go and moving on with your life

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Justin Waller’s age, height, birthday, family, net worth

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JAMB regularization portal: requirements and how to check status

JAMB regularization portal: requirements and how to check status

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Nigerian banks sort codes: Full list of sort and swift codes in Nigeria

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Lagos named Africa’s 4th priciest rental city as annual rent soars to N26.8 million

Lagos named Africa’s 4th priciest rental city as annual rent soars to N26.8 million

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Denise Richards' husband troubles didn't start with Aaron Phypers — see every boyfriend before him

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Joey King's boyfriends before her husband include ex Jacob Elordi, who blew up after their breakup

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Aubrey Plaza's husband died in 2025 after they'd quietly split — here's her full dating history

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Emily Blunt and John Krasinski's marriage got extra attention after his Hottest Man Alive win

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The divorce between Denise Richards and Aaron Phypers keeps escalating — she's paying him support

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Osun 2026: 4 Big Winners After Adeleke's Historic Election Victory

Osun 2026: 4 Big Winners After Adeleke's Historic Election Victory

3 hours ago by Ibrahim Sofiyullaha

Tinubu called Adeleke to congratulate him after Osun election win, says Accord Party Chieftain

Tinubu called Adeleke to congratulate him after Osun election win, says Accord Party Chieftain

5 hours ago by Ibrahim Sofiyullaha

Tinubu calls Adeleke after victory, tells re-elected Osun governor what to do

Tinubu calls Adeleke after victory, tells re-elected Osun governor what to do

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Heartwarming moment Adeleke prostrated, hugged his elder sister after election victory

Heartwarming moment Adeleke prostrated, hugged his elder sister after election victory

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Atiku, Peter Obi congratulate Adeleke after beating Tinubu-backed candidate in Osun

Atiku, Peter Obi congratulate Adeleke after beating Tinubu-backed candidate in Osun

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Osun 2026 election results: Full list of LGAs won by Oyebamiji's APC

Osun 2026 election results: Full list of LGAs won by Oyebamiji's APC

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Denmark lists 64 jobs foreigners can use to qualify for a work and residence permit in the country

Denmark lists 64 jobs foreigners can use to qualify for a work and residence permit in the country

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UAE lists 7 required documents foreigners must submit before applying for visit visa

UAE lists 7 required documents foreigners must submit before applying for visit visa

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Denmark announces minimum income foreigners must earn to get permanent residence in 2026

Denmark announces minimum income foreigners must earn to get permanent residence in 2026

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UAE publishes visit visa fees for foreigners, lists charges for single and multiple entry

UAE publishes visit visa fees for foreigners, lists charges for single and multiple entry

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Denmark exempts 2 categories of foreigners from meeting all permanent residence conditions in 2026

Denmark exempts 2 categories of foreigners from meeting all permanent residence conditions in 2026

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US unveils website foreigners can practise for English, Civics tests before applying for citizenship

US unveils website foreigners can practise for English, Civics tests before applying for citizenship

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Osun 2026: Shehu Sani throws jibe at ADC, "have never won a single by-election"

Osun 2026: Shehu Sani throws jibe at ADC, "have never won a single by-election"

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Osun election 2026: 5 major lessons Accord Party's Adeleke taught APC

Osun election 2026: 5 major lessons Accord Party's Adeleke taught APC

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Osun 2026 election results: Nigerians react as INEC declares winner

Osun 2026 election results: Nigerians react as INEC declares winner

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Wife of Osun Governor Adeleke breaks silence as husband wins re-election

Wife of Osun Governor Adeleke breaks silence as husband wins re-election

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Osun election 2026: MURIC blasts INEC, calls for chairman's sack, details emerge

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Osun election 2026: MURIC blasts INEC, calls for chairman's sack, details emerge

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Kwankwaso speaks on how his ticket with Peter Obi is unbeatable in 2027 presidential race

Kwankwaso speaks on how his ticket with Peter Obi is unbeatable in 2027 presidential race

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Cristiano Ronaldo shares insight into his life post-retirement after marrying Georgina Rodriguez

Cristiano Ronaldo shares insight into his life post-retirement after marrying Georgina Rodriguez

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Victor Osimhen: Super Eagles striker leaves door open to join Arsenal after latest comments

Victor Osimhen: Super Eagles striker leaves door open to join Arsenal after latest comments

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Bayern Munich star with Nigerian roots collapses during pre-season friendly in major scare

Bayern Munich star with Nigerian roots collapses during pre-season friendly in major scare

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Taiwo Awoniyi to link up with Super Eagles teammate Onyeka at Coventry under Frank Lampard

Taiwo Awoniyi to link up with Super Eagles teammate Onyeka at Coventry under Frank Lampard

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Corum FK coach reacts after Osimhen denied his team famous victory at Galatasaray

Corum FK coach reacts after Osimhen denied his team famous victory at Galatasaray

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Victor Osimhen reacts to Galatasaray's draw vs Corum despite his brace

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7 most common reasons for UK student visa rejection and how to avoid them

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List of countries that do not have their own national currency in 2026

List of countries that do not have their own national currency in 2026

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Lake Kariba ferry capsize kills 72, including 18 children, in Zimbabwe

Lake Kariba ferry capsize kills 72, including 18 children, in Zimbabwe

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US ends temporary protection for Somalia, South Sudan, and two other African countries

US ends temporary protection for Somalia, South Sudan, and two other African countries

8 hours ago by Basit Jamiu

Osun Election: Senator who threatened to kill Accord supporters tells party members what to do at polls

Osun Election: Senator who threatened to kill Accord supporters tells party members what to do at polls

a day ago by Ibrahim Sofiyullaha

5 people shot at Virginia state university, one critically injured

5 people shot at Virginia state university, one critically injured

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Cardinal Onaiyekan's abuse of clerical privilege by Temitope Ajayi

Cardinal Onaiyekan's abuse of clerical privilege by Temitope Ajayi

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Legit.ng's Ismaila Yinusa named among 41 recipients of 2026 INMA Africa Elevate Scholarship

Legit.ng's Ismaila Yinusa named among 41 recipients of 2026 INMA Africa Elevate Scholarship

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State police: Why more guns may not be the answer to Nigeria’s security crisis

State police: Why more guns may not be the answer to Nigeria’s security crisis

a month ago by Ololade Olatimehin

NDC, the Kogi verdict and the politicisation of the gavel

NDC, the Kogi verdict and the politicisation of the gavel

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Customs succession debate and the danger of disruptive ambitions

Customs succession debate and the danger of disruptive ambitions

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Soludo’s “cow-tail” remark and the politics of lowered expectations in Southeast Nigeria

Soludo’s “cow-tail” remark and the politics of lowered expectations in Southeast Nigeria

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Education Group threatens to sue WAEC over 2026 CB-WASSCE results, gives 14-day ultimatum

Education Group threatens to sue WAEC over 2026 CB-WASSCE results, gives 14-day ultimatum

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Meet Prof Joshua Ogunwole, the FUOYE vice chancellor who declared Adeleke winner

Meet Prof Joshua Ogunwole, the FUOYE vice chancellor who declared Adeleke winner

9 hours ago by Basit Jamiu

Osun Election 2026: INEC announces Accord winner at Senator Lere Oyewumi’s polling unit

Osun Election 2026: INEC announces Accord winner at Senator Lere Oyewumi’s polling unit

a day ago by Ibrahim Sofiyullaha

ASUU demands payment of withheld salaries, warns federal government over university welfare

ASUU demands payment of withheld salaries, warns federal government over university welfare

a day ago by Basit Jamiu

Common weeds and their scientific names with pictures in Nigeria

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Common weeds and their scientific names with pictures in Nigeria

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Neurosurgeon salary in Nigeria and the path to neurosurgery from university to specialisation

Neurosurgeon salary in Nigeria and the path to neurosurgery from university to specialisation

2 days ago by Night Mongina

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African country tightens entry rules for Nigerians over fake visa

African country tightens entry rules for Nigerians over fake visa

4 hours ago by Dave Ibemere

US lists 4 African countries whose citizens are no longer eligible for Temporary Protection

US lists 4 African countries whose citizens are no longer eligible for Temporary Protection

5 hours ago by Pascal Oparada

NNPC new petrol price drops below other filling station rates

NNPC new petrol price drops below other filling station rates

6 hours ago by Dave Ibemere

FG reopens free CAC registration for 250,000 businesses, reveals how Nigerians can apply

FG reopens free CAC registration for 250,000 businesses, reveals how Nigerians can apply

8 hours ago by Pascal Oparada

FCMB raises FastCash Instant Loan limit to ₦500,000 as loan apps increase interest rates

FCMB raises FastCash Instant Loan limit to ₦500,000 as loan apps increase interest rates

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DStv Stream users lose live channels as subscribers battle errors after 7-channel cut

DStv Stream users lose live channels as subscribers battle errors after 7-channel cut

9 hours ago by Pascal Oparada

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“I forced myself”: Omah Lay opens up on why he stopped trying to quit smoking

“I forced myself”: Omah Lay opens up on why he stopped trying to quit smoking

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Davido's wife Chioma reacts to Gov Ademola Adeleke's victory post after Osun election

Davido's wife Chioma reacts to Gov Ademola Adeleke's victory post after Osun election

3 hours ago by Olumide Alake

DeeOne faces backlash after making bold claims about Davido and Governor Adeleke’s election victory

DeeOne faces backlash after making bold claims about Davido and Governor Adeleke’s election victory

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Abia AAC candidate Doris Ogala reacts to Governor Adeleke’s election victory, sparks buzz online

Abia AAC candidate Doris Ogala reacts to Governor Adeleke’s election victory, sparks buzz online

5 hours ago by Kola Ogunkanmi

Adeleke's win: Chiefpriest singles out Davido's billionaire dad for praise with heartwarming video

Adeleke's win: Chiefpriest singles out Davido's billionaire dad for praise with heartwarming video

6 hours ago by Olumide Alake

Davido’s aide Israel DMW blasts Edo governor after Adeleke wins Osun election

Davido’s aide Israel DMW blasts Edo governor after Adeleke wins Osun election

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'Ba su da sauran mamora a siyasa': Kwankwaso ya ce ta karewa su Ganduje a Kano

'Ba su da sauran mamora a siyasa': Kwankwaso ya ce ta karewa su Ganduje a Kano

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Kurunkus: Kwankwaso ya bayyana ainihin dalilin da ya sa ya amince ya zama mataimakin Obi

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Jerin wadanda suka yi nasara da wasu da suka tafka asara a zaben Osun

Jerin wadanda suka yi nasara da wasu da suka tafka asara a zaben Osun

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Kwankwaso: 'Babu mai iya girgiza tikitinmu da Peter Obi a 2027'

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Martanin Obi ga masu karyata ikirarinsa na wa'adi 1 a mulkin Najeriya

Martanin Obi ga masu karyata ikirarinsa na wa'adi 1 a mulkin Najeriya

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Bayan faduwar APC a Osun, Tinubu ya tura muhimmin sako ga Ademola Adeleke

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