Osun suspends revenue collection firm over alleged irregularities

By John Dike, Osogbo Osun State Water Regulatory Commission has suspended Royal Gem Multi Sector Ltd, a company previously involved in collecting government revenue related to borehole drilling permits. The suspension was disclosed in a press release signed by the Acting Chairman of the Osun Internal Revenue Service (OIRS), Hon. Hamzat Solanke, who stated that […]

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Osun NULGE cooperative union debunks alleged secret sale of property

By John Dike, Osogbo The Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) Cooperative Union in Osun State has debunked what it describes as “baseless and inflammatory” accusations of a secret attempt to sell off its property for N240 million. The allegations, made in a viral article reportedly authored by Akin Adeyi also known by aliases […]

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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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Owo church killings: Aiyedatiwa hails FG, DSS over suspects’ arrest

congratulates Bishop Arogundade on ordination anniversary Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on has praised the Federal Government and the Directorate of State Security, DSS, over the arrest of suspects in the June 5, 2022 attack on Catholic Church in Owo during which about 40 worshippers were killed. He vowed that his administration would not relent […]

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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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