Morning recap: INEC declares Adeleke winner of Osun poll, Islamic leaders caution against anti-Christian rhetoric, other top stories

1. Ademola Adeleke elected as Osun Governor

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke as the winner of the August 15 governorship election. Adeleke secured 19 out of the 30 local government areas in the state, as declared by State Returning Officer Prof Joshua Ogunwole. This election result comes after largely peaceful polling across the state.

2. Religious leaders caution against anti-Christian rhetoric

Some Islamic leaders in Nigeria have cautioned against anti-Christian rhetoric that may arise around the 2027 Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket, involving President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima. They urge Nigerians to prioritize competence, fairness, national development, and unity over religious considerations. Such rhetoric could potentially hurt the President's chances in the upcoming elections.

3. ASUU vows to continue strike until suspended professor is recalled

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) in Abia State University has vowed to sustain its ongoing strike until the suspended professor, Nnamdi Nwaeze, is recalled. Chapter chairman Dr Chidi Mbah addressed the suspension, the strike, and the welfare of university lecturers during his statement to the media.