The Imole Campaign Council has dismissed speculation that Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke is planning to defect to the All Progressives Congress, saying his recent visit to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was a customary engagement following the conclusion of the state’s governorship election. Adeleke, who contested the August 15 governorship election on the platform of […]
Continue Reading
INEC ballot box. Photo: INEC By John Kokome As Nigeria gradually enters the political season ahead of the 2027 general elections, there is a growing temptation among politicians to return to the familiar playbook: aggressive campaigns, endless promises, political propaganda, ethnic calculations, religious sentiments and the mobilisation of money and machinery. But if the political […]
Continue Reading
The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, August 25, 2026, a public holiday to mark this year’s Eid ul Mawlid, commemorating the birth of Prophet Mohammed. Interior Minister, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced the holiday on behalf of the Federal Government in a statement issued on Friday by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Dr Magdalene Ajani. Congratulating […]
Continue Reading
By John Dike, Osogbo Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has cautioned its members against blaming party leaders for the outcome of the August 15 governorship election, describing such campaigns as capable of deepening the party’s internal crisis. The party, in a statement signed by its Director of Media and Information, Mogaji […]
Continue Reading
By Reuben Abati The success of the Gubernatorial election held in Osun State on Saturday, August 15, 2026 had implications that went beyond the boundaries of the state. The lead up to the election had been marked by highly febrile conflict, violence and so much anxiety. Being the last major election to be conducted by […]
Continue Reading
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke Re-elected Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has called on residents to heal, unite and work together towards building a greater state following his victory in Saturday’s governorship election. Adeleke, in a statement shared on his X on Friday, expressed gratitude to the people of the state for renewing his mandate, […]
Continue Reading
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has appointed one Commissioner, three Special Advisers, 90 Senior Special Assistants and 910 Special Assistants to strengthen governance. Already, the name of Erelu Taibat Yemi Oloruntoba from Akoko North-West Local Government as Commissioner for Special Duties has been forwarded to the State House of Assembly for screening and confirmation. The […]
Continue Reading
By Olubunmi Adebayo *Not many people are ready to lead by example.* *Yet, one of the best ways to raise people up in life is leading by example.* *When Jesus Christ gathered his disciples together under his leadership, the Bible says:* *Mark 3: [14] “And he ordained twelve, that they should be with him, and […]
Continue Reading
By John Dike, Osogbo Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, CFR, Ojaja II, has congratulated an indigene of Osun State, Mr Abel Olumuyiwa Enitan, on his appointment as the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation. The royal father, who is the Permanent Chairman of the Southern Nigerian Traditional Rulers Council (SNTRC), Natural […]
Continue Reading
By John Dike, Osogbo A chieftain of the Accord Party, Timothy Folaranmi, popularly known as Timo Ejigbo, has described Governor Ademola Adeleke’s re-election as a reflection of the confidence reposed in his administration by the people of Osun State. He said Adeleke’s victory was achieved through prayers, perseverance and the appreciation of the governor’s performance […]
Continue Reading
