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Political thugs have attacked ADC governorship candidate, Dr Najeem Folasayo Salaam, at his polling unit during Saturday’s Osun governorship election.

The incident occurred at Ward 4, Polling Unit 13, in Ejigbo Local Government Area.

The incident has sparked allegations that the attackers attempted to assassinate the ADC candidate. However, P.M. NEWS has not independently established their identities or motive.

The attackers also disrupted voting, chased voters away, and interfered with electoral materials at the polling unit.

Footage obtained by PMNEWS showed a vehicle with its windows smashed and glass scattered around the scene.

A man described as one of the attackers was seen kneeling as security operatives swiftly moved in to contain the situation. He was subsequently arrested.

It was not immediately clear whether anyone sustained injuries during the attack.

The police and INEC had yet to issue official statements on the incident at the time of filing this report.

Afrobeats star Davido has reacted to the reported victory of the Accord Party in the hometown of former Osun State Governor, Gboyega Oyetola, during the ongoing governorship election in the state.

Davido reacted to the development in a post on his official X account on Saturday, August 15, 2026, as results from polling units across Osun State continued to emerge.

The singer, who is known for regularly commenting on political and social issues, appeared to be amused by the result recorded in Oyetola’s hometown.

Reacting to the result, Davido wrote, ‘We dey flog Oyetola for him hometown.’

The statement quickly attracted attention on social media, particularly because of Oyetola’s political history in the state and his influence in the area.

The result from the former governor’s hometown was among those that generated interest as voters, political parties, journalists and observers monitored the counting and announcement of results from different polling units.

The Osun governorship election has witnessed voting across the state, with voters turning out at various polling units to choose their preferred candidates.

As voting ended in many areas, electoral officials began the process of counting ballots and announcing results at the polling-unit level.

Political supporters also followed the process closely, sharing results and reactions on social media as they awaited the official declaration.

Davido’s comment added to the growing online conversation surrounding the election, with his followers and other social media users reacting to his post.

The singer has previously used his social media platforms to comment on political developments and issues affecting Nigeria, particularly events in Osun State.

However, the results being circulated online are subject to the official collation and declaration by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC.

The commission is expected to collate results from the various polling units and wards before announcing the final outcome of the governorship election.

Nigerian Afrobeats superstar and Bullion Records artiste, Abdul Rahman Yusuf, popularly known as Harcher, has released a new single, ‘Angelina,’ as he continues to gain momentum with his ongoing United Kingdom tour.

The new song, released on Saturday, August 15, 2026, is now available on major digital streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Audiomack and Boomplay, as well as other recognised streaming platforms worldwide.

The release comes at a significant moment in Harcher’s career, following two energetic UK performances in Birmingham and London, while he continues with a series of scheduled appearances across the United Kingdom.

Harcher performed at Forum Digbeth, Birmingham, on Friday, August 7, before taking his music to Outernet London on Sunday, August 9, where he delivered another vibrant performance that further showcased his talent to music lovers and members of the African entertainment community.

The release of ‘Angelina’ on the same day as his scheduled Cardiff performance adds another dimension to the artiste’s UK campaign, combining live performances with the promotion of fresh music to an increasingly international audience.

Speaking on the new release, Harcher described ‘Angelina’ as another important expression of his musical growth, expressing excitement about finally sharing the song with his fans.

‘Angelina is a special song for me because it represents another side of my creativity. I have been working on my sound and trying to create music that people can enjoy, connect with and remember. I am excited that the song is finally out, and I cannot wait for people to listen to it and tell me what they think,’ Harcher said.

The young singer and songwriter has continued to establish himself with a sound that draws from Afrobeats, R and B, pop and street-hop, while maintaining an energetic and engaging performance style.

His growing catalogue includes ‘Peace,’ ‘L.O.V.E,’ ‘Dance to It (Jo Si),’ ‘Stamina’ and ‘Mey Suya,’ featuring Fido. The addition of ‘Angelina’ further expands his body of work as he seeks to strengthen his identity within Nigeria’s competitive music industry.

For Harcher, however, the release is more than simply adding another song to his catalogue. It is also an opportunity to introduce his music to new listeners across the world, particularly at a time when his UK tour is giving him greater international exposure.

‘This UK tour has been a big learning experience for me. Performing in Birmingham and London showed me that music can connect people regardless of where they come from. Releasing ‘Angelina’ during this period is another way of taking my sound to more people,’ he said.

The artiste also expressed appreciation to fans who have continued to stream his music, attend his performances and support his career.

‘I really appreciate everyone who has supported me, from the people streaming my songs to those coming to the shows and sharing my music. Every message, every stream and every person who sings along at a show means a lot to me. I want to keep giving my fans music they can enjoy,’ Harcher added.

The timing of the release is particularly significant as Harcher continues his UK tour, which has already taken him to Birmingham and London and is now extending to other cities.

Following his Birmingham and London performances, Harcher is scheduled to perform in Cardiff on August 15, before appearing at Albert Hall, Manchester, on August 16.

The series of performances provides the Bullion Records artiste with an opportunity to connect directly with audiences in different parts of the United Kingdom while promoting his growing catalogue, including his latest release, ‘Angelina.’

The new single is expected to benefit from the increased exposure generated by the tour, as Harcher continues to use his live performances to introduce his sound to new audiences and strengthen his relationship with existing fans.

He also acknowledged the support of Bullion Records in his developing career, saying the record label has provided him with the platform and backing needed to pursue his musical ambitions both in Nigeria and internationally.

‘I am grateful to Bullion Records for believing in me and giving me the opportunity to grow. This journey is still beginning, and I know there is a lot more work to do. My goal is to keep improving, release good music and make everyone supporting me proud,’ Harcher said.

With ‘Angelina’ now streaming on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Audiomack, Boomplay and other digital platforms, Harcher is inviting music lovers in Nigeria, the UK and around the world to discover and support his latest offering.

As his UK tour progresses, the young artiste appears determined to use every stage and every new release to expand his audience, sharpen his craft and push his music further into the international spotlight.

Mr Bola Oyebamiji, the All Progressive Congress (APC) candidate for the ongoing Osun governorahip election has expressed confidence that he would emerge victorious at the end of the poll.

Oyebamiji spoke after casting his vote at his polling unit, Unit 11, Ward 9, Open Space Gantry Sawmill, Ikire, in Irewole Local Government Area.

The APC candidate who voted alongside his his wife, Sekinat, commended the turnout of voters for the election.

‘INEC (people) are here; the voters are here; security operatives are here. I want to commend the large turnout of voters in Ikire.

‘It shows that people are not intimidated, and generally, things are going on fine across the state,’ he said.

Oyebamiji, popularly known as AMBO, said he was optimistic that the election would be peaceful.

He, however, urged the police and other security operatives to be proactive in ensuring security of the people of the state.

‘I believe the election will be credible, and I am confident that I will win this election at the end of the day,’ he said.

Speaking in the same vein, Oyebamiji’s wife said her husband will win the election.

She commended the conduct of the election, describing the voter turnout as impressive and expressing optimism that her husband would emerge victorious at the end of voting in the state.

She added that the electoral process had so far been peaceful and orderly, while commending officials of the INEC for their professional conduct throughout the voting exercise so far.

‘The voters’ turnout is quite impressive. The INEC officials are conducting themselves professionally. There are police officers around.’ she said, adding that the presence of police officers helped maintain order during voting.

‘I think the process is good so far. The expectation is that Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji will carry the day,’ she said, expressing confidence in the candidate’s prospects at the polls.

The Ghana Police Service has arrested a Nigerian, Augustine Okechuku Maazi, and shot dead two suspected members of a robbery gang during an intelligence-led operation in Accra.

The operation was carried out on Thursday after the police received information about an alleged plan to attack banks in the Labone area of the Ghanaian capital.

According to the Police Service, intelligence received at about 10:45am indicated that the suspected gang was preparing to target GCB Bank, Ecobank and Zenith Bank.

Police officers were immediately deployed to the area, where they reportedly spotted several suspected gang members in vehicles parked near the banks.

The police said one of the vehicles drove off after its occupants noticed the officers. Officers pursued the vehicle and arrested Maazi, while another suspect managed to escape.

The occupants of another vehicle allegedly opened fire as they attempted to flee, leading to an exchange of gunfire with the police.

‘The robbers in the second vehicle also tried to escape amidst firing, but the police engaged them in a shootout, resulting in the death of two suspects,’ the Police Service stated.

A fourth suspect also escaped during the operation, according to the police, who said efforts were under way to locate and arrest him.

Two vehicles allegedly used by the suspects were recovered from the scene. They were a Toyota Highlander with registration number GS-1434-18 and a Hyundai Tucson bearing registration number GS 7915-17.

The police also said a blow pistol was recovered.

Maazi remains in police custody and is assisting investigators with inquiries into the alleged robbery plot.

The bodies of the two suspects killed during the operation have been deposited at a morgue for preservation, identification and autopsy.

The Police Service appealed to members of the public to continue providing credible information that could assist security agencies in preventing and investigating criminal activities.

However, GCB Bank has disputed any suggestion that its Labone branch was robbed or that an attempted robbery took place on its premises.

In a statement issued after the police announcement, the bank said its premises and operations were not breached during the incident.

GCB said no customer or member of staff was affected and that none of its funds or property was lost or damaged.

The police have yet to clarify whether the suspected gang planned to gain entry into any of the banks or intended to target customers, staff or other people in the vicinity.

An 85-year-old voter, Pa Odejide Mosunmoye has said he decided to exercise his franchise in the ongoing Osun governorship election because he wants good governance that will benefit people of all the strata people in the state entrenched in Osun.

Mosunmoye, spoke after casting his vote at Unit 3, Ward 9, AUD School, Atile, Ikire, Irewole Local Government Area in the governorship election in the state.

‘I came out in my old age to vote today for the candidate of my choice because I want to see better governance in Osun.

‘I have been voting since the days of (Obafemi) Awolowo and I believe government cannot be perfect, but we have to do our best to choose better leaders.

‘What will happen is in the hands of God, but we just have to play our own part,’ he said.

Elderly men and women were given priority to vote first at the polling unit.

Voting commenced at about 8:40 a.m., with political party agents voting, after the INEC Presiding Officer allowed them to inspect the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) and ballot papers.

The Deputy Governor of Osun State, Prince Kola Adewusi, has cast his vote in the ongoing Osun State governorship election, while expressing concern over the malfunctioning of the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) at his polling unit.

Adewusi voted at Ilode Ward 1 (Ilode I), Unit 001, located at Enuwa Square, Palace Frontage, Ile-Ife, in Ife East Local Government Area of the state.

The voting exercise witnessed a significant turnout of voters, with residents arriving at the polling unit early to exercise their franchise.

However, the smooth conduct of the election was reportedly affected by difficulties with the BVAS machine, which voters said slowed down the accreditation process and caused delays at the polling unit.

Speaking to P.M. News after casting his ballot, Adewusi commended the early mobilisation of security personnel, electoral officials and voters but expressed disappointment over the technical challenges associated with the accreditation device.

According to him, the election commenced on a positive note, with the relevant personnel and voters present at the polling unit, but the malfunctioning BVAS had become a major obstacle to the process.

‘The election started on a very good note. The security are on ground, INEC people are on ground, and voters too. But the problem now is that the BVAS is causing a lot of problems. It is malfunctioning.

‘So, my appeal now is for them to change the BVAS machine or have a backup so that this thing can move as quickly as possible.’

The Deputy Governor urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to address the technical challenges promptly to prevent unnecessary delays and ensure that eligible voters are able to cast their ballots without difficulty.

He also called for a swift response to equipment-related problems at polling units, stressing the importance of ensuring that the electoral process remains seamless as voters continue to turn out across the state.

The Osun governorship election is being conducted across the state’s 30 local government areas, with voters choosing among the candidates seeking to govern the state for the next four years.

As voting continues, attention remains focused on the efficiency of the accreditation process, particularly the performance of the BVAS machines, which are central to voter verification during the election.

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has claimed that there is a plot to disrupt the ongoing governorship election, accusing the All Progressives Congress (APC) of bringing a police officer from Port Harcourt to allegedly interfere with the voting process in his hometown, Ede.

Adeleke made the allegation shortly after casting his vote at Unit 009, Ward 2, Ede North Local Government Area, on Saturday.

The governor urged the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) and other security agencies deployed for the election to closely monitor the activities of the officer he identified as ‘London’ and ensure that nothing is done to undermine the electoral process.

According to Adeleke, the officer was allegedly brought into Osun State from Port Harcourt by the APC to disrupt voting, particularly in Ede.

‘It’s going well and I hope it continues like that, but I got some information from my people in Osun State. There is one police officer called London from Port Harcourt. They brought him to come and disorganise the vote.

‘So, I am calling on the Inspector-General of Police and all the security agents to watch out and be on the lookout.’

Adeleke further alleged that the officer was brought into the state as part of a plan to destabilise the election in Ede and interfere with the established process for the collation of results.

He said the security authorities must ensure that election results follow the prescribed process from polling units to wards and then local government areas before reaching the appropriate collation centres.

‘The APC in Osun brought him to come and destroy my town. The Police Commissioner, the DIG overseeing the election should take note, and all my people in Ede should watch out.

‘I have it on authority of information that they don’t want to go through the normal process from units to wards and to local government. They just want to take it all the way to the collation centre, and that is not acceptable.

‘They must follow the rules, and that’s why I am alerting my people to watch out. I know, by the special grace of God, that I am winning this election.’

Police: IGP Has Right to Deploy Officers

Reacting to Adeleke’s allegation, the Osun State Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Gotan, said the Inspector-General of Police has the authority to deploy any serving police officer to the state as long as the individual is a legitimate member of the force.

Gotan, however, did not specifically address the governor’s allegation that the officer was deployed to interfere with the election.

‘The IGP has the right to deploy anyone, so far they are a police officer,’ the commissioner said.

Adeleke’s allegation comes amid heightened political tension surrounding the Osun governorship election, with political parties and stakeholders closely monitoring the activities of security agencies and the conduct of the poll.

The governor also called on the police hierarchy and other security agencies to protect voters and electoral officials from intimidation and ensure that the established electoral and collation procedures are strictly followed.

He urged residents of Ede to remain vigilant but did not provide further details of the alleged officer’s identity or the specific evidence supporting his claim.

The election is being conducted across the 30 local government areas of Osun State, with voters choosing among candidates in a keenly contested race.

As voting and collation activities progress, Adeleke’s allegation is expected to intensify scrutiny of security deployments and the handling of election results in the state.

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has expressed optimism that the ongoing governorship election in the state will be peaceful and that he will emerge victorious.

Adeleke spoke shortly after casting his vote at Sagba Agbogunde Ward 2, Unit 9, in Ede North Local Government Area.

The governor arrived at the polling unit at about 8 am, accompanied by a large number of supporters.

Shortly after casting his vote, Adeleke expressed confidence in his chances of securing victory in the election and urged voters across the state to come out en masse to exercise their franchise and protect their votes until the completion of the electoral process.

The governor said the election provides the people of Osun with an opportunity to determine who governs the state for the next four years, appealing to voters to remain peaceful and law-abiding throughout the voting and collation process.

He asked voters to remain at polling units and monitor the process in accordance with the guidelines of the Independent National Electoral Commission, (INEC).

Tension erupted at Road 7, near Olobe Hotel in the Eleyele area of Ife East Local Government Area, following an alleged attempt to remove electoral materials after voting.

A video obtained by P.M. NEWS showed motorcyclists pursuing a bus before overtaking and blocking it as residents raised the alarm.

People at the scene alleged that the occupants of the bus were attempting to leave the area with ballots, result sheets or other electoral materials. P.M. NEWS could not independently confirm what was inside the vehicle or whether its occupants were authorised election personnel.

An eyewitness who spoke with P.M. NEWS said residents moved quickly to defend their votes after becoming suspicious of the bus.

‘I think those inside the bus were trying to carry the people’s votes, and those on motorcycles quickly double-crossed them. This was the little video I could record before I ran inside,’ she said.

The incident sparked a commotion as residents surrounded the vehicle and demanded that the suspected electoral materials should not be taken away.

The eyewitness also lamented the alleged absence of security operatives at the scene to intervene and protect the electoral process.

It was unclear at the time of filing whether any electoral materials were recovered from the bus or whether anyone was arrested.

INEC and the police had yet to issue official statements on the incident.