Experts hail Adeleke as mining sector reform yields results
By Sola Isola The efforts of the Ademola Adeleke administration in reforming the mining sector of Osun have attracted commendation and accolades, as experts revealed that the reformation is beginning to yield quality results. The Osun State Government had on the 30th of September, 2024 sealed up the business premises of Segilola Resources Operating Limited, […]
INEC Flags Off 2026 Governorship Election Process, Voter Registration Starts August 18
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Osun State has officially kick-started preparations for the 2026 governorship election, with the posting of the official Notice of Election across its 30 local government offices and the Modakeke Area Office. Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Dr. Mutiu Agboke, announced this today in Osogbo at an expanded stakeholders’ engagement, […]
Osun Youths Endorse Adeleke for Second Term at 2025 International Youth Day
The 2025 International Youth Day celebration in Osun State turned into a resounding show of support for Governor Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke as youths, under the banner of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), endorsed him for a second term in office. The colourful event, held at Fakunle Comprehensive High School, Osogbo, on Monday, […]
Photos: Osun Assembly Speaker Hosts New FRSC Sector Commandant
By Sola Isola The Speaker, Osun State House of Assembly, Hon Adewale Egbedun on Tuesday received the new Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Osun State, Commandant Leye Adegboyega, in his office. The Speaker in a post on his official Facebook page noted that the discussion during the visit was focused […]
Two Dead, Several Injured Today in Ikirun Fatal Road Accident
Tragedy struck in the Oja-Oba area of Ikirun, Osun State, this morning when a heavy-duty sand-laden vehicle, was involved in a fatal accident that claimed two lives and left several others injured. According to our reporter, Ismail Olaiya and Aisha Onaolapo, the crash occurred shortly after 10:00 a.m. when the truck reportedly suffered brake failure, […]
[OPINION] Osun LGs Allocation: Which Side Is The CBN On?
By Sarafa Ibrahim I grew up picturing the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) in my head as an institution that is beyond political manipulation. Anytime I have a reason to go to Central Market in Kaduna state to run an errand, I usually find an excuse to pass through the bank’s branch located at Yakubu […]
Osun-Born Politician, Ayo Omidiran Becomes FCC Chairman
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed former lawmaker Ayo Hulayat Omidiran as the new Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC). Her appointment, announced on August 11, 2025, follows the abrupt reversal of Dr. Muheeba Dankaka’s reappointment, which was initially confirmed but swiftly rescinded by the President. Omidiran, an accomplished sports administrator and seasoned […]
Eight People Remove 16-year-old Scrotum in Osun
Eight suspects have been arrested in connection with the gruesome mutilation of a 16-year-old boy in Ikire, Irewole Local Government Area. The boy was reportedly lured into a bush at Arademi Area on July 26, where his attackers cut open his abdomen and removed his scrotum in a suspected ritual-related assault. His cries for help […]
Osun Poly Opens 2025 Post-UTME Registration for 35 ND Programmes
The Management of Osun State Polytechnic, Iree, has announced the commencement of its Post-UTME registration for the 2025/2026 academic session, offering admission opportunities into 35 National Diploma (ND) programmes. In a statement signed by the Registrar, Mr. Abiodun Oyedele Oloyede, the institution disclosed that the admission portal is now open to prospective candidates, who can […]
Obafemi Awolowo University Alerts Police Over Missing 300L Female Student
The management of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, Osun State, has raised alarm over the disappearance of one of its students, Miss Dorcas Oseghale, a 300-level student of the Department of Chemistry, who has not been seen for four days. A statement issued on Sunday by the institution’s Public Relations Officer, Abiodun Olanrewaju, confirmed that […]
