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ICPC Deploys Operatives Across Osun, Warns Against Vote Buying

The ICPC has deployed operatives to all 30 local government areas of Osun State ahead of the governorship election, warning that anyone involved in vote buying or vote selling will be arrested and prosecuted.

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Makinde Says EFCC Action Against Osun Threatens Democracy

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has condemned the EFCC's action against the Osun State Government, saying the freezing of the state's account threatens democracy and undermines confidence in public institutions.

Aug 6, 2026 3

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VeryDarkMan Sets Conditions for Honouring Police Invitation Over AIG Allegations

VeryDarkMan says he is ready to honour the police invitation over allegations against AIG Moshood Jimoh, provided his lawyers, independent observers are allowed to monitor the investigation to guarantee transparency and fairness.

Aug 6, 2026 3

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Okpebholo Mocks Adeleke's Dancing, Urges Osun Voters to Vote APC

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo criticised Governor Ademola Adeleke's leadership style during an APC rally, urging Osun voters to support the party's governorship candidate in the August 15 election.

Aug 6, 2026 3

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Tinubu Orders EFCC to Vacate Order Freezing Osun Government Accounts Ahead of Governorship Election

President Bola Tinubu has directed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to return to court and vacate an order freezing Osun State Government accounts, citing concerns that the timing, days before the state's governorship election, could create an impression of federal interference

Aug 6, 2026 17

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AfCFTA Signs $3.1bn Customs Modernisation Deal to Boost Intra-African Trade

The AfCFTA Secretariat has signed a $3.1 billion customs modernisation agreement to improve border operations, facilitate intra-African trade and strengthen implementation of the continent's free trade area.

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EFCC Defends Osun Account Freeze, Says Court Order Not Needed Within 72 Hours

The EFCC says it can lawfully freeze a suspicious bank account for up to 72 hours without a court order, defending its restriction on an Osun State Government account as part of an ongoing fraud investigation.

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Fayose Criticises EFCC Over Freeze on Osun Government Account

Isaac Fayose has criticised the EFCC for freezing an Osun State Government account, alleging selective enforcement and questioning the timing of the action ahead of the state's governorship election.

Aug 6, 2026 18

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FG Inaugurates NBTE Governing Board After Five-Year Gap

The Federal Government has inaugurated the NBTE Governing Board after more than five years, tasking members with driving reforms to strengthen technical, vocational education, improve skills development across Nigeria.

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Adeleke's Campaign Seeks State Honours for Victims of Electoral Violence

The Imole Campaign Council has urged the Osun State Government to confer state honours on victims of alleged electoral violence, saying the gesture would recognise those who lost their lives or suffered injuries during the governorship campaign.

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Adeleke Vows Not to Bow to Intimidation Ahead of Osun Governorship Election

Governor Ademola Adeleke says neither he nor the people of Osun State will bow to intimidation ahead of the governorship election, expressing confidence that voters will freely decide the state's next leader.

Aug 6, 2026 7

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Adeleke Vows Not to Bow to Intimidation Ahead of Osun Governorship Election

Governor Ademola Adeleke says neither he nor the people of Osun State will bow to intimidation ahead of the governorship election, expressing confidence that voters will freely decide the state's next leader.

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