Warns against Violence, say vote buyers, others will face the law By John Dike, Osogbo Osun State Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Gotan, has assured residents that the Nigeria Police Force will remain neutral, professional and committed to safeguarding lives, property and the integrity of the August 15, 2026 governorship election. He also warned politicians […]
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By John Dike, Osogbo Osun State Government has intensified efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery at the grassroots with the commencement of a one-day orientation workshop for Health Technicians, Health Assistants, Dental Health Technicians and Technologists working in Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs) across the state. The training, organised by the Osun State Primary Healthcare Development Board […]
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Warns Against Vote-Buying as APC, Accord Supporters nearly disrupt Stakeholders’ Forum By John Dike, Osogbo Supporters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Accord Party on Wednesday disrupted the Osun State Governorship Election Stakeholders’ Forum organised by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Osogbo, creating a tense atmosphere that nearly stalled proceedings and […]
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Outreach reflects Tinubu’s anti-poverty drive, says Aiyedatiwa Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has intensified efforts to address hunger and child malnutrition through the establishment of community food banks and expanded food outreach programmes under the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI). Aimed at improving access to nutritious food and strengthening community support systems, the initiative was […]
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By Olubunmi Adebayo *Conclusion of the Daily Reflections on working under the shadow of others.* *7) Be conscious to pay attention to whoever holds the reins of control over your master. Everyone of us, without an exception, has someone “holding” the reins of control over our lives.* *While you may not need to cringe before […]
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Party shifts campaign to August 3, says supporters’ safety takes precedence over political activities By John Dike, Osogbo Osun State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has again postponed its planned mega rally in Iwo Federal Constituency, citing concerns over the safety of its supporters and the need to prevent a possible clash with […]
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cites complaints, large crowds, other challenges; LGA-level collection begins August 1 By John Dike, Osogbo The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has extended the collection of Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) at Registration Area centres in Osun State by three days, moving the deadline from Tuesday, July 28, to Friday, July 31, 2026. . The commission […]
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Amupitan warns against vote-buying, urges voters to obtain accreditation before casting ballots; By John Dike, Osogbo Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has sued for peace in view of the disturbing level of political tension in Osun State ahead of the August 15, 2026 governorship election. He called on polticians to de-escalate their rhetoric […]
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Adeleke commissions dualised road By John Dike, Osogbo Timi of Ede, Oba Adesola Lawal, on Monday debunked allegations that he deliberately snubbed the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Asiwaju Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO), declaring that he was not in Ede when the opposition candidate visited his palace. He also appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu […]
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says Akpabio, Abbas, APC governors have no electoral value in Osun By John Dike, Osogbo The Imole Campaign Council of the Osun State Governor and candidate of the Accord Party, Ademola Adeleke, has criticised the All Progressives Congress (APC) over the inclusion of the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, in its National Campaign […]
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