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Traditional leaders in Osogbo, Osun State, led by the Ataoja of Osogbo land, Oba Jimoh Oyetunji Larooye, have pledged their commitment to fighting gender-based violence (GBV) in the community. This commitment was formalized during an advocacy visit by HACEY, an organization focused on empowering women leaders.
Osun State APC governorship candidate Bola Oyebamiji has refuted claims that President Bola Tinubu plans to support Governor Ademola Adeleke's re-election. Oyebamiji described the assertion as a baseless rumour aimed at deceiving the public.
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has affirmed his commitment to supporting President Bola Tinubu's reelection in 2027. He emphasized that internal local government disputes in Osun will not affect his endorsement.
A driver was reportedly shot dead by operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service on the Osogbo–Iwo Road in Osun State. The incident took place near a police checkpoint and has drawn significant local attention.
The Osun State Police Command has launched a manhunt for two suspects in connection with the brutal murder of Lasisi Funmilayo, a Federal Road Safety Corps officer, and her 10-year-old daughter, Sewa. The victims were reported missing and later found dismembered in a suspected herbalist's den, raising fears of ritualistic killing.
The Osun State government has accused Bola Oyebamiji, the APC governorship candidate, of mismanagement and failing to meet governance standards. This statement comes just days before the official start of the campaign period.
The Wings Schools in Iwo, Osun State, organized a farewell ceremony for Abdulrafiu Adebayo, the first provost of the Federal College of Education (FCE), marking the end of his four-year tenure.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has published the conclusive list of candidates for the Osun State governorship election scheduled for August 8, 2026. Notably, neither the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) nor the Labour Party (LP) is represented on this list.
The government of Osun State has confirmed that it is consistently disbursing salaries to local government employees, even as some of their allowances remain delayed due to withheld statutory allocations.
Governor Ademola Adeleke is urging the Canadian High Commission to forge a partnership with Osun State aimed at enhancing trade and investment opportunities between the two regions.
Prince Olagunsoye Oyinlola, the former Governor of Osun State, has reiterated his unwavering commitment to golf, stating that nothing short of death will separate him from the sport. He made this declaration at a golf tournament held in his honor for his 75th birthday.
The Osun State Government has engaged a forensic audit firm in response to findings highlighted in a staff audit report amidst rising concerns over alleged payroll discrepancies. The report emphasizes significant irregularities that prompted this decision.
During the Apomu Day festivities held at ADC Grammar School, Governor Ademola Adeleke pledged to dualize the road connecting Ikire junction to Apomu and Ikoyi. He emphasized that this initiative aims to boost local economic development and reflects his administration’s commitment to inclusive growth.
Oba Timileyin Ajayi of Ido-Ayegunle announced that four suspects connected to the brutal killings of villagers have been apprehended. The attack, which occurred on June 19, 2025, resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries.
Governor Ademola Adeleke has criticized former Governor Gboyega Oyetola and Bola Oyebamiji, accusing them of desperation following calls for a state of emergency in Osun State, which he attributes to their failed attempts to destabilize the region amidst ongoing local government disputes.
