Seized Osun LG allocations: APC’s comment on Abati misplaced, dishonest

By Gbemi Olufiade The recent attempt by the Osun APC to vilify Dr. Reuben Abati over his comments on the Arise News Morning Show is not only misplaced but also dishonest. The same press statement issued by the Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) attacking Governor Ademola Adeleke over commentary of Dr. […]

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Osun launches Imole Wi-Fi free public internet

releses access locations By John Dike, Osogbo Osun State Government has launched Imole Wi-Fi, a free public internet service designed to provide residents, students, entrepreneurs, and communities with reliable access to the internet. The initiative, led by the Office of Innovation, Science, Technology, and Digital Economy under the supervision of the Special Adviser, marks a […]

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Osun LG allocation debate: APC accuses Abati of bias, ‘professional terrorism’

By John Dike, Osogbo The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has come out strongly against veteran journalist and Arise TV anchor, Dr. Reuben Abati, accusing him of bias and “professional terrorism” over his recent commentary on the lingering dispute surrounding federal allocations to local governments in Osun State. In a  statement signed by […]

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NWFL Championship 2025: Aminat Abiola set to lead Osun Babes FC to premier win

By John Dike, Osogbo As the 2025 NWFL Championship takes the centre stage from September 11th to 21st in Abia State, one name already buzzing with anticipation is Aminat Abiola, the electrifying attacker ready to light up the competition and help Osun Babes FC secure promotion to the elite NWFL Premiership. Standing out for her […]

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Osun Amotekun arrests notorious kidnapper, murder suspect in Ilesa

By John Dike, Osogbo A high-profile suspect who had been on the wanted list of multiple security agencies in Osun State has been apprehended following a dramatic gun battle with security operatives in Ilesa. The suspect, a 42-year-old male, was arrested alongside one of his accomplices during a coordinated operation by the Osun State Amotekun […]

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Igbo community in Osun celebrates annual new yam festival with colourful cultural display

By John Dike, Osogbo In a vibrant display of culture and unity, Igbo shop owners and business tycoons across Osun State closed their businesses on Saturday to mark the annual New Yam Festival. The celebration, which doubled as the Egungun Festival for the Igbo community in the state, drew thousands of participants and spectators to […]

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Osun’s Rising Stars dazzle with 25 medals at National Youth Games

By John Dike, Osogbo Team Osun delivered a remarkable performance at the 9th National Youth Games in Asaba, bringing home an impressive haul of 25 medals including five gold, four silver, and 16 bronze. For many of the young athletes, it was their first taste of national competition, and they made it count. From the […]

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Oyebamiji felicitates Osun Muslim Ummah at Maulud Nabiyy

By John Dike, Osogbo A leading governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Osun State, Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji, popularly called AMBO, has felicitated Muslims in Osun on this year’s Maulud Nabiyy, the birthday of Prophet Mohammed. Oyebamiji, also the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, National Inland Waterways Authority, NIWA, commended Osun […]

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Double honours as FRSC, Forensic Guards name Adeleke patron

By John Dike, Osogbo Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has been honoured with two prestigious appointments: Grand Patron of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Special Marshals in Osun State, and Pioneer Patron of Forensic Guards Nigeria and Forensic Ambassadors Africa. The dual investiture ceremonies took place on Thursday at the Government House Banquet Hall […]

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Let Adeleke’s good work in Osun continue beyond 2026 – Olubadan-designate Ladoja

The Olubadan-designate, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has said that Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke deserves reelection for a second term of office to continue his good work beyond 2026. He spoke when Adeleke paid him a congratulatory visit at his Ondo Street, Bodija, Ibadan residence, according to a statement by the governor’s spokesman, Mallam Olawale Rasheed. […]

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