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THE NATION'S EYES NEWSPAPER

983 CANDIDATES FAIL NIGERIAN LAW SCHOOL BAR FINAL RESIT AS FAILURE RATE HITS 50.3%

By Noel Chiagorom
The Nation’s Eyes Newspaper

A total of 983 candidates failed the May 2026 Nigerian Law School Bar Final Resit Examination, representing a 50.3 per cent failure rate, according to results released on Monday, August 17, 2026.

The results were announced following approval by the Council of Legal Education (CLE) at its meeting of August 13.

A breakdown of the results showed that 1,955 candidates sat for the examination, with 885 candidates, representing 45.3 per cent, recording a pass.

Another 55 candidates were awarded conditional passes, while 32 candidates were absent and the results of 19 candidates were withheld.

The figures reveal that the number of candidates who failed the examination exceeded those who passed, underscoring the continuing challenges confronting candidates undertaking professional legal training in Nigeria.

The results were contained in a statement issued by Aderonke Osho, Secretary to the Council and Director of Administration.

The 2026 resit performance also represents a significant deterioration compared with the previous year. The 2025 Bar Final Resit Examination recorded a 36.3 per cent failure rate, meaning the reported failure rate has risen by about 14 percentage points, or approximately 38.6 per cent relative to the 2025 figure.

The development is expected to renew discussions among stakeholders in the legal profession over the performance of candidates in Bar Final examinations, the quality and intensity of legal training, examination preparedness and the broader demands of professional legal education.

The Nigerian Law School Bar Final examination is a critical stage for law graduates seeking to qualify for enrolment as legal practitioners in Nigeria.

With 983 candidates unsuccessful in the latest resit, attention is likely to turn to the factors responsible for the sharp increase in the failure rate and whether additional academic or institutional measures are required to improve candidates' performance.

EDITOR’S NOTE

The latest figures present a sobering picture of professional legal education in Nigeria. While examination standards must remain rigorous to protect the integrity of the legal profession, a failure rate exceeding 50 per cent warrants careful examination of both student preparedness and the broader legal education system.

✒️ By Noel Chiagorom — The Nation’s Eyes Newspaper
Seeing Beyond The Headline, Telling The Truth Others Won’t.

Chelsea's former doctor Eva Carneiro has taken aim at Jose Mourinho after he stood by his alleged verbal abuse of her in his new documentary.

Mourinho has refused to apologise to Carneiro for their infamous touchline row which saw him allegedly brand her a 'daughter of a w***e' in Portuguese.

In his Netflix docu-series 'MOURINHO', he justifies his behaviour in the flashpoint which occurred against Swansea City in 2015 when Carneiro and physio Jon Fearn ran on the pitch to treat Eden Hazard, who had seemingly gone down injured.

Now Carneiro has said on X: '11 years on and here we are reliving the worst. Hope they made some money.'

She also hit out at John Terry, who stood by Mourinho in the documentary, saying: 'We are bound by a medico-legal code of conduct. Genuinely it would be healthy for John Terry to learn the rules of the game. It’s been long enough mate.'

In a separate post, she added: 'So it is really simple. Referee Michael Oliver called us on TWICE, player Eden Hazard requested medical assistance, we then made eye contact from side line and he confirmed he needed medical assistance, TWICE. At that point my hands are bound as a medical professional.'

THE NATION'S EYES NEWSPAPER

OSUN POLL: APC, ACCORD IN N20,000-PER-VOTE WAR AS VOTE-BUYING ALLEGATIONS ROCK ELECTION

By The Nation’s Eyes Editorial Desk
August 15, 2026

Parties accused of distributing cash, food items to voters across Osun

As Osun State goes to the polls today, allegations of widespread vote-buying have cast a shadow over the governorship election, with the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Accord Party accused of offering voters between ₦10,000 and ₦20,000 in several parts of the state.

Reports indicate that cash distribution allegedly began days before the election, with accounts of voters being approached at ward and polling-unit levels and, in some cases, being asked to swear allegiance to particular candidates.

The allegations have been reported in areas including Ilesa, Osogbo, Iwo, Ila, Ile-Ife, Ikire, Ede and Aiyedire, although the claims are based largely on accounts from voters and party sources and have not been independently verified in every location.

In Ilesa, some voters alleged that APC-linked individuals were offering as much as ₦20,000 per voter, while Accord was reportedly distributing around ₦10,000 in some areas.

In Osogbo, reports indicated that some APC supporters were allegedly distributing ₦15,000 to selected voters, while in Iwo, claims emerged of substantial sums being allocated for distribution across polling units.

Both parties have reportedly framed some payments as transportation, feeding or welfare support rather than direct inducement to vote for a particular candidate. However, allegations that beneficiaries were asked to support specific candidates have intensified concerns about the integrity of the electoral process.

Police, ICPC issue warning

The allegations come despite repeated warnings from security and anti-corruption authorities.

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) announced that its operatives would be deployed across all 30 local government areas of Osun State to monitor and tackle vote-buying during the election.

The commission warned that both the giver and recipient of inducements could face arrest and prosecution under Nigerian law.

The police have similarly warned politicians and voters that vote-buying constitutes an electoral offence and would not be tolerated during the poll.

A dangerous price tag on democracy

The allegations have raised a fundamental question: how much is a democratic mandate worth if voters are reduced to commodities at the ballot box?

The ₦10,000–₦20,000 allegedly changing hands may provide temporary financial relief to struggling households, but it cannot compensate citizens for four years of poor leadership if an election is ultimately determined by inducement rather than genuine choice.

The Nation’s Eyes maintains that voters have the constitutional right to make their choice freely and secretly. No political party, candidate or agent should be permitted to convert economic hardship into an instrument of electoral manipulation.

Today's Osun election must therefore be judged not only by who wins, but by how the votes are obtained, protected and counted.

The attention of INEC, security agencies, anti-corruption bodies and election observers must remain firmly fixed on polling units where allegations of inducement have been raised.

Democracy is not for sale. A ₦20,000 note lasts a day; the consequences of a bad government can last four years.

✒️ By Noel Chiagorom — The Nation’s Eyes Newspaper
Seeing Beyond The Headline, Telling The Truth Others Won’t.

See Popular Nigerian Singer D'banj during his days as a Military Boy

D'banj as a Young Cadet at the Nigerian Military School, Zaria (1991)
D'banj as a Young Cadet at the Nigerian Military School, Zaria (1991)
This rare photograph shows D'banj, born Oladapo Daniel Oyebanjo, as a young student at the Nigerian Military School> in 1991.
Identified by the school number NMS/91/2310, the image captures the future music icon at the beginning of a journey that would eventually lead him to become one of Africa's most influential entertainers.
Born on 9 June 1980 in Zaria, D'banj was raised in a family with strong military ties. His father served as an officer in the Nigerian Army, while his mother was a devout church leader and businesswoman. In keeping with the family's military tradition, he was enrolled at the Nigerian Military School in 1991, at the age of 11.
The Nigerian Military School, established in 1954, is renowned for producing disciplined young men, many of whom have gone on to distinguished careers in the Nigerian Armed Forces and other professions. During his time at the school, D'banj served in the institution's drum corps, where he developed an appreciation for rhythm, percussion, and musical performance.
Although it was widely expected that he would pursue a military career, D'banj found the regimented military lifestyle difficult to embrace.
After spending about three years at the school, he left and later pursued his passion for music.
His musical journey eventually took him to the United Kingdom, where he met producer Don Jazzy. Together, they founded Mo' Hits Records, a label that transformed the Nigerian music industry in the 2000s. D'banj rose to international prominence with hit songs such as Oliver Twist, becoming one of the first Nigerian artists to achieve major commercial success across Europe and Africa.
Looking back, this childhood photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the early life of an artist who chose a path far different from the one originally envisioned for him. His years at the Nigerian Military School instilled discipline and exposed him to structured musical performance— experiences that would later contribute to his stagecraft and professional career.
Date: 1991

THE NATION'S EYES NEWSPAPER

Baby Found Alone at Osisioma Junction in Aba

By The Nation’s Eyes Editorial Desk
August 15, 2026

A little baby was reportedly found alone at Osisioma Junction in Aba, Abia State, on Friday morning, raising concern among residents and passers-by in the area.

According to reports, people around the junction became alarmed after discovering the child unattended and called for the intervention of the relevant authorities.

As of the time of filing this report, however, it had not been independently confirmed whether the baby was alive or dead.

The circumstances surrounding how the child came to be at the junction also remained unclear, with no information yet available on the identity or whereabouts of the person who may have left the baby there.

Residents have appealed to the appropriate authorities, including security agencies and child protection officials, to respond urgently, ascertain the condition of the child and investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.

The Nation’s Eyes urges anyone with credible information that could help identify the child’s parents or guardians to immediately alert the appropriate authorities.

EDITOR’S NOTE

A child found abandoned at a busy public junction is not merely a disturbing incident; it is a matter requiring urgent humanitarian and official attention. The immediate priority must be to establish the baby’s condition, ensure appropriate medical care and protect the child.

We also urge the authorities to conduct a thorough investigation without jumping to conclusions. The circumstances leading to the child being found alone must be established, while the identity and welfare of the child remain paramount.

If the baby is alive, every minute matters. If the worst has occurred, the child deserves dignity, justice and a proper investigation.

✒️ By Noel Chiagorom
Editor-in-Chief, The Nation’s Eyes Newspaper
Seeing Beyond The Headline, Telling The Truth Others Won’t.

Dave Umuahi is at it again!

“God Sent Me To Tell Our People the Truth, Tinubu Has Good Intention To Integrate South-East” — Works Minister David Umahi

Minister of Works, David Umahi, has defended President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to the South-East, saying the Federal Government is deliberately working to integrate the region into its development agenda.

Umahi said he had faced criticism and insults for supporting the Tinubu administration, but maintained that he would continue to tell South-East residents what he believes is the truth.

Yes or No to Catholic Bishops call.

Ghana has booked a place in the Women's World Cup Intercontinental playoff after coming from behind to defeat Côte d’Ivoire 2-1 🇬🇭

📲 Dusan Vlahovic’s farewell message on IG.

“I want to thank Juventus, Andrea Agnelli, John Elkann and the entire family, all the people who work every day behind the scenes, my coaches and above all my teammates. We have shared more than ninety minutes on a football pitch.

Some moments will stay with me forever.
Thanks to Turin, a city that welcomed me and that has become home. I grew up here, not just as a footballer, but above all as a man.

And then thanks to you, the incredible Juventus fans.

Every chant, every child with my shirt, every cheer from the stands, every hug after a goal: these are images I will carry with me forever.

I arrived with the desire to become part of Juventus' history.
I'm leaving knowing that Juventus will forever be a part of mine.

Thank you, Juve.
Thank you, Turin.
Thank you all.
Fino alla fine.

Dusan.”