By John Dike, Osogbo Amotekun Corps on Osun State has arrested three suspects of burglary, theft, and rape. They are aged between 23 and 35 years. The corps made the arrests through coordinated intelligence-led operations conducted across various parts of the state. One of the suspects, names withheld, was arrested for allegedly burgling an uncompleted […]
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Dr. Oluwafunmilayo Sharon Ojo By John Dike, Osogbo A journalist in Osun State, Mrs. Oluwafunmilayo Sharon Ojo, has bagged a doctorate degree in Mass Communication from Adeleke University, Ede, a rare feat considering the hectic schedules of her profession. To her colleagues in the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Osun State Chapter, who are […]
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The Awujale and paramount ruler of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, who recently joined his ancestors The selection process of the successor of the Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, who joined his ancestors recently has started. Oba Adetona transitioned on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the age of 91 years, after spending 65 […]
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By John Dike, Osogbo The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has thanked Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, for his support to the party’s delegation during the departed President Muhammadu Buhari’s burial. It said in a letter titled “Letter of Appreciation” and signed by its National Secretary, Senator Ajibola Basiru, in Osogbo, the party […]
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The report by the Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD), raising the alarm over the excessively high cost of running for political office in Nigeria, is worrisome. It should be of concern to all Nigerians because failure to address it positively poses a threat to democracy. While the report merely reminds Nigerians of something they always […]
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Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has praised his Ondo counterpart, Lucky Aiyedatiwa for building on the legacy of his predecessor, the departed former Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN He gave the commemdation when Aiyedatiwa hosted him in his Akure office. Makinde was in Akure for the activities marking the 10th Coronation Anniversary of the Deji of […]
Continue ReadingBy Dapo Olorunyomo Mr. Vice Chancellor, sir, [and, by the way, a fellow Great Ife-ite], principal officers, staff and students at this august university, I should begin with a statement of gratitude for your kind invitation. In doing this, please also allow me to offer a very affectionate appreciation to my friend and professional brother, […]
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By Abdu Rafiu Dog is man’s best friend! It is a statement that has been with us human beings for ages. The aphorism is on everybody’s lips. And many have experienced the verity of it. Today, however, it is not a statement that resonates with a great many as in the ancient of days. Then […]
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By John Dike, Osogbo All Progressives Congress’s National Secretary, Dr. Ajibola Basiru, has explained why he is contesting the 2026 governorship election in Osun State. He said he believed that the state needs a leader with integrity, capacity, and clear vision to chart a new course. Basiru, who is also a governorship aspirant under the […]
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By John Dike Osogbo Osun State Commissioner for Education, Hon. Dipo Eluwole, has described the Osun State College of Health Technology (OSCO-HEALTH), Ilesa, as a vital pillar in the state’s drive toward transforming the health technology sector, both within the state and across Nigeria. Speaking during a courtesy visit by the institution’s Governing Board and […]
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