
Adeleke calls for unity as Kwankwaso discusses Obi alliance
Ademola Adeleke has urged peace after his re-election in Osun State, inviting opponents to work together. Rabiu Kwankwaso explained his alliance with Peter Obi ahead of the 2027 election, emphasizing national interest and political change. An unidentified woman was found dead with a severed hand in an Osogbo church, prompting a police investigation. Bola Tinubu reaffirmed his commitment to reviving Nigeria’s refineries, while American missionary Kevin Rideout was released after more than nine months in captivity in Niger.
What we know
- Ademola Adeleke called for unity in Osun State after his re-election, dedicating his victory to the people and inviting his opponents to join him.
- The APC is considering a legal challenge to the Osun poll results, while ADC candidate Najeem Salaam congratulated Adeleke.
- Rabiu Kwankwaso explained his decision to work with Peter Obi for the 2027 election, citing experience and shared values.
- An unidentified woman was found dead with a severed hand in a church in Osogbo, with police continuing their investigation.
- Bola Tinubu insisted that the Port Harcourt, Warri, and Kaduna refineries will return to operation, despite skepticism from Olusegun Obasanjo and calls for privatization.