Tears as Popular Nigerian Cleric is Dead [PHOTO]

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57 minutes ago

July 28, 2026

The Muslim community and the wider public have been thrown into mourning following the passing of Sheikh Surajudeen Akanni, popularly known as Asukuna.

The respected Islamic cleric died this afternoon after a brief illness..

He is the National Chief Missioner of Hizbullah International and Amir Zakireen (the leader of the Alasalatu) of the entire Oyo State. He is popular and highly influential at both ends.

According to family sources, the late Sheikh will be laid to rest tomorrow in accordance with Islamic rites.

Further details regarding the funeral arrangements are expected to be announced by the family.

May Almighty Allah (SWT) forgive his shortcomings, grant him Al-Jannatul Firdaus, and give his family, friends, and followers the strength to bear this irreparable loss. Ameen.

Nigerian Gov Declares Tuesday Public Holiday Across State

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1 day ago

July 27, 2026

The Daily Voice

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has declared Tuesday, July 28, 2026, a public holiday to enable civil servants and other public workers to collect their Permanent Voter’s Cards, PVCs.

The governor, in a statement issued by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, on Monday, said the work-free day is to allow public servants to participate in the electoral process by picking up their PVC before the closure of the exercise.

The directive, which was conveyed in a circular across the public service, said the work-free day approval was to enable public servants to perform their civic obligation during the forthcoming gubernatorial and future elections in the state.

According to the circular, those on essential duties, like medical workers, security staff, etc., are, however, advised to make necessary arrangements among themselves in this regard so as not to have negative consequences on the lives of the citizenry.

Governor Adeleke urges public servants and other informal workers to collect their voter cards as urgently as possible, reminding the public of how critical next month’s election is to the state and her future.

“I encourage all registered voters to reach all the collection points without delay. Your vote is your power. Your voter’s card is your licence to the ballot paper and, by extension, to the ballot box,” the statement added.

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BREAKING: Painful, APC Chairman Bereaved

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4 days ago

July 25, 2026

The Daily Voice

Ibrahim Kwande, brother of the chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in Nasarawa state, Aliyu Bello, is dead.

Nasarawa-born journalist Ibrahim Aminu, who confirmed the sad update via his Facebook page, said Kwande died on Friday afternoon, July 24.

Legit learnt that Kwande died as a result of a fatal motor accident. From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram. The deceased is expected to be buried on Saturday, July 25, in accordance with Islamic rites.

Aminu wrote on Facebook, sharing photos of sympathisers paying condolence visits alongside a photograph of the deceased: “INNA LILLAHI WA INNA ILAIHI RAJI’UN.

“It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Ibrahim Kwande, beloved brother of the chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Nasarawa State, Hon. Aliyu Bello, PhD, who departed this life this afternoon.

“He will be laid to rest in accordance with Islamic rites tomorrow 25th of July, 2026 at 9am.

“May Almighty Allah (SWT) forgive the deceased, grant him Aljannatul Firdaus, and give the family the strength and patience to bear this irreparable loss.

“Allah Ya Jikansa da Rahama. Ameen.”

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JUST IN: Influential Former Nigerian Senator is De@d, “Irreparable L0ss”

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5 days ago

July 23, 2026

The Daily Voice

An influential former Nigerian Senator Omololu Meroyi, who represented Ondo South Senatorial District in the National Assembly (NASS) between 1999 and 2003, died aged 76.

Legit reports that the ex-legislator’s younger brother, Meroyi Yomi Charles, broke the news to journalists that same Wednesday, July 22, saying his sibling passed away earlier that morning. Charles did not reveal what caused the death.

The Achievers Progressive Group, a prominent grassroots organisation based in Ondo state, was among the first to publicly mourn his passing.

In a statement released on Wednesday, July 22, obtained by Legit, the group said it received news of Senator Meroyi’s death with “deep sorrow,” describing the late federal lawmaker as “our leader and father.”

The statement read: “On behalf of the entire members of Achievers Progressive Group, we extend our heartfelt condolences to everyone. We share in your grief and pray that God Almighty grants you and the family the strength to bear this irreparable loss.”

As of the time of this report, the family had yet to announce funeral or burial arrangements.

Born on January 1, 1950, Meroyi earned a Master of Science degree in Economics from the London School of Economics.

He first entered federal politics in 1983 when he was elected to the House of Representatives. 16 years later, he returned to the National Assembly after winning a Senate seat in 1999 on the platform of the Alliance for Democracy (AD), representing Ondo South.

He later crossed to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) during his political career.

After leaving the Senate, Meroyi remained engaged in public affairs, eventually serving as the South-West National Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Senators’ Forum.

Outside politics, he worked as a management consultant and held the position of chairman at Araromi Rubber Estates Limited.