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Oyebamiji congratulates Ekiti governor on re-election, says electorate will always reward performance
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Osun State governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Oyebamiji, has congratulated Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, on his re-election victory, describing the outcome as a clear demonstration that the electorate will always reward performance. In a statement issued on Sunday, Oyebamiji said the overwhelming mandate given to Oyebanji by the people…
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Osun PDP, Accord urge INEC to ensure transparency in PVC distribution
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Osun State chapters of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Accord Party have called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to ensure transparency in the distribution of Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) ahead of the August governorship election. In a joint statement signed by Osun PDP Chairman, Hon. Sunday Bisi, and Osun Accord Chairman,…
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PHOTO NEWS: Shettima leads governors to memorial prayers for Alhaja Abibatu Mogaji
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Sunday led governors, ministers, traditional rulers and other dignitaries to the Annual Grand Prayer Session held in honour of the late Alhaja Abibatu Mogaji, mother of President Bola Tinubu, at the National Mosque, Abuja. Representing President Tinubu, Shettima paid tribute to the late Iyaloja-General of Nigeria, describing her as a woman whose life of service,…
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Osun LG crisis: Group petitions IGP, DSS over alleged attack plot
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – A civil society organisation, the League of Peace Ambassadors, Humanity and Human Rights Advocates, has petitioned the Inspector-General of Police and the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS) over an alleged plot to disrupt peace in Osun State amid the ongoing dispute over local government leadership. In a petition dated June 21, 2026,…
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States of men and matriarchal interpretations — by Niyi Ibietan
In a world where it is considered more altruistic, fitting and popular for women to project feminism, where patriarchy has been accused of most crimes against women, and where patrilineal perspectives are seen as organically conferred with advantages, a young woman, Ameh Odachi, in addition to her conscious fight for women to have their fair share of the world, chose…
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Police probe deaths of retired broadcaster Kitan Oyesiku, guard in Ogun
The Ogun State Police Command has launched an investigation into the deaths of retired broadcaster and former Ogun State Television (OGTV) personality, Ms. Kitan Oyesiku, and her security guard. The incident was reported to the Owode Egba Division on Sunday by a resident of Iyana Agodo Village, who alerted the police to suspicious activities at Oyesiku’s residence. According to the…
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Re-election and the fantasy that performance is enough — by Bamidele Johnson
There is a view that seems to be gaining quiet currency in our public discourse. Twice in and as many weeks, I have seen two real-life friends push it. I have also seen a few virtual friends push it. At first hearing, the view sounds tight and valid. To cut to the chase, it goes thus: a president, governor, senator,…
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Adeleke hails Oluwo at 59, lauds impactful reign in Iwoland
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has congratulated the Oluwo of Iwoland, His Imperial Majesty Oba Abdulrasheed Adewale Akanbi, Telu I, on the occasion of his 59th birthday. According to a statement signed by the Governor’s spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, Adeleke described the monarch as a royal father who exemplifies dedication, excellence and a deep commitment…
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Signs grow that Starmer will resign as government mood shifts
Sir Keir Starmer has always insisted he will not walk away and will fight any leadership challenge. But the mood in government has shifted in the past 48 hours. Several government insiders now think that the prime minister could announce a timetable to quit – as soon as Monday. The signs were clear that things are moving quickly in what…
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Helen Prest-Ajayi and the social media court — by Adeola Agoro
On Helen Prest-Ajayi, the digital townsquare has been in full session over the past few days and as usual, the verdicts are being delivered with lots of wit and very little mercy. Ever since a court ruled that the late Dr. Tosin Ajayi’s first wife remains his legal spouse after a grueling five-year battle, social media has hung Helen Prest…
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