Governor Ademola Adeleke’s campaign council has alleged a planned crackdown and arrest of supporters ahead of the Osun governorship election, while the Nigeria Police Force has dismissed the claims and reaffirmed its commitment to a peaceful and impartial electoral process.
Author: Weng Patrick Atokor
State Police: Sharia Council Demands Broader National Engagement Before Rollout!
The Supreme Council for Sharia in Nigeria has called for wider stakeholder engagement before the rollout of state police, warning that comprehensive consultations are essential to protect national unity and ensure accountability.
2027: Weโll Deliver Taraba for Tinubu, Says PDP Governorship Candidate Bwacha!
PDP governorship candidate Senator Emmanuel Bwacha says Taraba will deliver President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election, despite contesting the governorship under the PDP, as he unveils Aminu Zakari as his running mate.
Police Celebrate as Corporal Nathaniel Bags 400m Hurdles Gold at Commonwealth Games!
Nigeria Police celebrate Corporal Nathaniel after he won gold in the men’s 400m hurdles at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, bringing pride to the Force and Nigeria.
Flying Eagles Fall 2-0 to Burkina Faso but Reach WAFU B U-20 Semi-Finals, Keep AFCON Qualification Dream Alive!
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles lost 2-0 to Burkina Faso in their final WAFU B U-20 group match but still qualified for the semi-finals, keeping alive their hopes of reaching the 2027 U-20 AFCON.
NACCIMA Unveils $150 Million Low-Interest Loan Facility to Help Nigerian Businesses Expand Globally!
NACCIMA has launched a $150 million low-interest offshore loan facility in partnership with ODDO BHF SE to help Nigerian businesses expand internationally, improve exports, and access affordable financing.
Edo Deputy Governor Urges Youths to Reject Social Vices, Embrace Positive Values!
Edo State Deputy Governor Dennis Idahosa has urged youths to reject cultism, drug abuse and other social vices, calling on them to embrace education, discipline, entrepreneurship and positive values to support Edo’s development.
NDDC Reaffirms Commitment to Women’s Empowerment, Gender Equality at IWD 2026!
NDDC has reaffirmed its commitment to women’s empowerment and gender equality during International Women’s Day 2026, unveiling capacity-building programmes, agricultural investment opportunities and entrepreneurship initiatives across the Niger Delta.
I Coughed Blood During 2026 World Cup, Says Jeremy Doku as Manchester City Star Opens Up on Health Scare!
Manchester City winger Jeremy Doku has revealed he coughed blood and suffered severe chest pain during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, describing the health scare as one of the toughest moments of his career.
Board Warns Job Applicants Against Fake Recruitment Update, Urges Public to Rely on Official Channels!
The CDCFIB has warned Nigerians to ignore a fake recruitment update claiming application status checks will begin on August 3, urging applicants to rely only on official announcements.
Terrorism: Ex-Edo AG, Legal Experts Back Full Jail Terms for Convicts, Seek End to Executive Clemency!
Former Edo Attorney General and other legal experts have called for constitutional amendments requiring terrorism convicts in Nigeria to serve their full prison sentences without executive clemency, arguing the move would strengthen justice and national security.
Rainy Season: Lagos Residents Battle Floods, Traffic Gridlock, Rising Transport Costs!
Persistent rainfall in Lagos has intensified flooding, traffic congestion, and transport costs, leaving residents and businesses struggling while experts call for improved drainage infrastructure and long-term climate resilience.
๐ข๐๐๐ถ, ๐๐ฏ๐ถ๐ฎ ๐ฃ๐ผ๐น๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฒ ๐๐ฎ๐ถ๐น ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐บ๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐๐ผ๐บ๐บ๐ถ๐๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐๐ฎ๐ป๐น๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ถ ๐๐๐ฎ ๐ข๐ป ๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ผ๐บ๐ผ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐๐ผ ๐๐๐!
Governor Alex Otti and the Abia State Police Command have congratulated former Commissioner of Police Danladi Isa on his promotion to Assistant Inspector General of Police, praising his contributions to peace, security, and professional policing.
Afternoon Recap: APC Backs Obasanjo Against Atiku, Juju Icon St. Janet Dies, Other Top Stories!
Catch up on today’s biggest headlines with Weng Global’s afternoon recap featuring APC backing Obasanjo against Atiku, the death of juju legend St. Janet, OPEC+ oil production increase, security updates, and more.
Anambra security outfit dislodges gunmenโs camps, recovers rocket launchers in major offensive!
Anambra’s Agunechemba Security Squad dismantles suspected gunmen’s camps in Orumba South, recovering rocket launchers, GPMGs, and other sophisticated weapons in a major security operation.