Nollywood Veteran Ogogo Reportedly Battles Stage 4 Cancer, Daughter Seeks Help
Veteran Nollywood actor, Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has reportedly been diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer, with his family appealing to the public for assistance as he continues to receive medical care. Global Mirror News gathered from a report on Monday, August 17, 2026, that the Actor’s daughter disclosed the development in a video…
Council of Legal Education Approves 122 Universities to Offer Law in Nigeria, Warns Students Against Unaccredited Programmes
The Council of Legal Education (CLE) has released an updated list of 122 Universities approved to admit students into the Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) programme in Nigeria, warning prospective students and parents to verify the accreditation status of institutions before enrolling. The development, contained in a public notice issued by the Council on Monday and…
Trump Threatens Oman With Military Action Over Iran Talks, Raising Fresh Fears of Wider Middle East War
President Donald Trump has issued a fresh and unusually direct threat against Oman, warning that the Gulf Nation could face American Military action if it interferes with Washington’s efforts to reach an agreement with Iran over the strategic Strait of Hormuz. Trump made the threat on Monday, August 17, 2026, during an interview with Fox…
Adeola Vows to Review Ogun Contributory Pension Scheme, Puts Teachers’ Welfare First
Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, has pledged to review the Contributory Pension Scheme in Ogun State, promising to place teachers’ welfare, improved working conditions and retirement security at the centre of his proposed administration. Adeola, who represents Ogun West Senatorial District and is an aspirant for the 2027 Ogun State governorship election…
NFF Sacks Super Falcons Technical Crew After Historic WAFCON, World Cup Qualification Setback
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has ordered the entire technical crew of the Super Falcons to step down from their positions with immediate effect, following the team’s disappointing campaign at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) and subsequent failure to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup. The decision was announced on…
Gov. Abiodun Congratulates Adeleke, Applauds Tinubu for Ensuring Free and Fair Osun Election
The Chairman of the Southern Governors’ Forum and Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has congratulated Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, on his victory in the August 15, 2026 Governorship election. Governor Abiodun described Adeleke’s re-election as a clear reflection of the choice of the people of Osun State, saying the outcome further underscored…
Adeleke Wins Osun Governorship Election With 511,067 Votes
Osun State Governor and candidate of the Accord Party, Ademola Adeleke, has secured a second term in office after being declared winner of the 2026 Osun State governorship election. Adeleke emerged victorious with 511,067 votes, defeating his closest challenger, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, who polled 444,815 votes. The result places Adeleke…
Machado Dolapo Unveils Ogun 360, Sets New Digital Platform to Tell Ogun’s Story
…NUJ, Govt Officials, APC New Media Aide Charge Platform on Truth, Balance, Consistency A new digital media platform, Ogun 360, founded by Machado Dolapo, has been officially launched in Ogun State with a bold mission to tell the stories of the State, amplify local voices, promote businesses and connect residents with opportunities. The platform was…
Court Jails Woman for Forging Marriage Certificate
A Mapo Grade ‘A’ Customary Court in Ibadan, Oyo State, has sentenced a 50-year-old woman, Bolanle Adeyemo, to one year in a correctional centre for forging and unlawfully possessing a marriage certificate. The court, however, discharged her on a separate count of conspiracy after considering her guilty plea and the evidence presented by the prosecution….
Woman Accused of Torturing Underage Househelp With Hot Object
A disturbing case of alleged child abuse, assault and exploitation has surfaced in Makurdi, the Benue State capital, after a woman was accused of subjecting her underage househelp to physical torture and harsh treatment. Global Mirror News gathered that the alleged incident occurred on Friday, August 14, 2026, in the Old GRA area of Makurdi,…
