Ondo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has commended Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa for what it described as his commitment to governance and clear sense of purpose in repositioning the state for sustainable economic growth. A statement by the party’s state Director of Media and Publicity, Mr Steve Otaloro, said the governor’s performance within […]
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Elizade University, Ilara Mokin has appointed Prof Philip Oguntunde, a distinguished scholar in Ecohydrology and Water Resources Engineering, as the new Vice-Chancellor of the University, effective January 1, 2026. A statement by the university’s spokesman, Mr Williams Olufunmi, quoted the Registrar, Mr. Omololu Adegbenro, describing Oguntunde as an accomplished academic and administrator with a formidable […]
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By Abdu Rafiu The spate of mindless murders for rituals has been on the increase for a while. When these are added to killings by terrorists, bandits and kidnappers the situation becomes exceedingly worrisome. With the emergence of General Christopher Musa as Defence Minister there is renewed confidence as those who vouch for his character […]
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Adelami Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwaa has directed all public servants in the state to take asset declaration seriously. He spoke in Akure on Thursday at a workshop for public officers in the local governments to ensure strict compliance with the provisions of the Code of Conduct Bureau and Tribunal Act. It was to strengthen […]
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By John Dike. Osogbo Osun State Government has inaugurated the Planning Committee for the 2026 Armed Forces Celebrations and Remembrance Day, signalling the commencement of preparations for a befitting programme to honour Nigeria’s fallen and serving military heroes. Speaking at the inauguration, the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Bobagunwa Igbalaye, described the 2026 celebration, […]
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By John Dike, Osogbo The Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in Osun State, Dr. Mutiu Agboke, has underscored the pivotal role of grassroots promoters of democracy in ensuring a credible, peaceful and inclusive governorship election in the state in 2026. He spoke as a guest speaker at the Annual Meeting of the JDPMC Osogbo Good Governance […]
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By John Dike, Osogbo Residents of Ido-Osun and neighbouring communities on Wednesday benefited from a free medical and surgical outreach organised by the Olujodo of Ido-Osun, Oba Olayinka Ishola Jokotola, in collaboration with the Association of Resident Doctors (ARD), Osun State. No fewer than 300 residents received medical attention at no cost during the outreach, […]
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By John Dike, Osogbo Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has commiserated with the people of Ora Igbomina following recent banditry attacks in the community, assuring residents that a military-backed rescue and protection operation has been underway for the past three days. He gave the assurance after an emergency State Security Council meeting held on Wednesday […]
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By Kingsley Osadolor I did not meet Jide Ogundele until 1990, when I was recalled from Harare and became Deputy Editor of The Guardian (daily). Ogundele was on the Business Desk, and I found him very resourceful, hardworking, friendly, and not charmed by lucre, in spite of the circles he frequented in the line of […]
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By John Dike, Osogbo says no faction accuses APC of sponsoring alleged division Accord Party has disowned the parallel governorship primary in Osun State, reaffirming that its December 10, 2025 primary election was lawful, transparent, and conducted in line with the Electoral Act, 2022. Addressing journalists at a press briefing in Minna, Niger State, the […]
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