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Coalition raises concern over rising political tension in Osun
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Concerned about rising political tension ahead of the August 15, 2026 governorship election in Osun State, a coalition of civil society and student organisations on Monday staged a peaceful protest in Osogbo, urging political actors to shun violence and support security agencies in maintaining peace in the state. The coalition, under the Osun Youth and…
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APC demands probe of teenager’s killing in Osun, distances Oyebamiji from violence
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has condemned the killing of a 14-year-old boy, Ezekiel Olapade, in Ilobu, Irepodun Local Government Area, describing the incident as wicked, inconsiderate and barbaric. In a statement issued on Monday by the party’s Director of Media and Information, Mogaji Kola Olabisi, the APC called on…
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Aiyedatiwa inaugurates committee to revive Olokola Free Trade Zone
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Monday inaugurated a Technical Committee on the Olokola Free Trade Zone (OKFTZ) as part of efforts to revive the long-abandoned industrial project amid fresh interest by the Dangote Group to establish what is expected to become Nigeria’s largest industrial and economic hub in the state. Speaking during the inauguration at the Governor’s Office in…
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HoR aspirant Adedapo calls for greater investment in science education
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – A House of Representatives aspirant on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for Iwo Federal Constituency, Engr. Ademola Adedapo, has called for greater investment in science education as a pathway to national development. He made the call at the 7th edition of the Aenon Foundation Annual Science Quiz Competition held in Iwo, Osun…
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TICC demands arrest of suspect over teenager’s killing in Osun
As victim’s father recounts incident By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Imole Campaign Council (TICC) on Monday called for the immediate arrest and prosecution of a suspect identified as Saheed Kareem, popularly known as “Tanfeani,” following the killing of a 14-year-old boy, Ezekiel Olapade, during a violent attack in Ilobu, Irepodun Local Government Area of Osun State. Addressing a press…
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Lagos Assembly swears in first female Clerk Oshinowo
The Lagos State House of Assembly on Monday swore in Barr. Adenike Abolanle Oshinowo as its new Clerk following the retirement of Barr. Olalekan Onafeko. Appointed on April 28, 2026, Oshinowo becomes the first woman to hold the position in the Assembly’s history. A legislative drafting expert, she brings extensive experience in parliamentary administration, legal advisory services and public sector…
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Protesters block road in Oyo over insecurity, demand Oriire abductees’ release
By Adejayan Gbenga Protesters on Monday barricaded major roads around the popular Iwo Road axis of Ibadan, Oyo State, causing heavy traffic congestion as they demanded urgent action to address insecurity and secure the release of abducted schoolchildren. The demonstration brought movement around the busy roundabout to a standstill, leaving commuters and motorists stranded for several hours as protesters occupied…
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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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Olubadan warns against violence as Egungun Festival begins on Monday
By Adejayan Gbenga The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has warned masquerades and their followers against engaging in any form of violence during this year’s Egungun Festival, stressing that anyone found disturbing public peace will face the full weight of the law. The monarch issued the warning ahead of the commencement of the annual cultural celebration scheduled to begin…
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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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