With the defection of Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), on Monday, Nigeria’s ruling party now controls 32 states of the federation, leaving only four to the opposition parties. The governor said his decision followed extensive consultations with political leaders, elders and stakeholders across the state He said, in a […]
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By John Dike, Osogbo The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olutunji Disu, on Monday decorated eight senior police officers recently promoted to the rank of Deputy Inspector-General of Police (DIG) at a ceremony held at the Force Headquarters, Abuja. In his address, the IGP described the event as more than a symbolic ceremony, noting that promotion […]
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By John Dike, Osogbo The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Osun State Council, will in Tuwsday hold its annual Ramadan Lecture as part of activities to promote moral values, spiritual reflection and peaceful coexistence during the month of Ramadan. The lecture, which is expected to attract journalists, Islamic scholars, traditional rulers and members of the […]
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No cause for alarm – Police By John Dike, Osogbo Bandits are rumoured to have infiltrated Akure, sparking off panic among residents of the Ondo State capital. In fact, a viral audio recorded message in Yoruba, alerting church members, and other residents that armed bandits have entered Akure, warning residents to take precaution, is circulating […]
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cites past record By John Dike, Osogbo Marine and Blue Economy minister, Adegboyega Oyetola, has expressed confidence that the All Progressives Congress (APC) will reclaim power in Osun State in the August 15, 2026 governorship election. He said the party’s past achievements and visible developmental projects across the state would speak for themselves and convince […]
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Once again, Elizade University, Ilara-Mokin, Ondo State, has affirmed its rising profile as a world-class institution, as its final year Architecture students recorded a resounding 100 per cent success in the professional jury exercise conducted by the Architects Registration Council of Nigeria (ARCON). This was disclosed in a statement by the university’s spokesman, Mr Williams […]
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By Olubunmi Adebayo *A man must take each day of his life as a golden opportunity to write and rewrite the history of his life for good.* *The possibilities in each day of our lives are unbelievably great, indeed quite staggering.* *Please know that each day of our lives presents us with a whole brand […]
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By John Dike, Osogbo An activist, Comrade James Onifade, has defended the Ademola Adeleke administtration over the ongoing teachers’ recruitment exercise in Osun State, describing criticisms by the All Progressives Congress (APC) as misleading and politically motivated. In a statement released on Sunday, Onifade accused the opposition party of spreading propaganda by describing the recruitment […]
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By Olusola Adeyegbe L Comparison is a quiet thief. It rarely knocks loudly. It slips into our thoughts in ordinary moments and begins its subtle work. You scroll through a photo. You hear someone’s promotion announced. You see a friend launch a new business, publish a book, build a house, travel the world. And almost […]
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By John Dike, Osogbo Governor Ademola Adeleke has accused the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State of attempting to manipulate the forthcoming governorship election, saying voters would resist any attempt to undermine their mandate. He made the allegation while reacting to recent statements by the APC governorship candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, and the Minister of […]
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