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By Sarafa Ibrahim There is something amusing about politics in Nigeria, and that is how…
Hon. Mudasiru Lukman (L&K), Member of the House of Representatives representing Ayedire/Iwo/Ola-Oluwa Federal Constituency and Vice Chairman, House Committee on Human Rights, has extended warm felicitations to the Muslim Ummah on the occasion of 2026 Eid-ul-Fitr. In his goodwill message, Hon. L&K congratulated Muslims on the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan, a…
Representative Bamidele Salam has congratulated the Muslim Ummah on the successful completion of the Ramadan fasting period, calling on Nigerians to uphold the values of unity, compassion, and peaceful coexistence as we celebrate Eid-el-Fitr. In a goodwill message marking the end of the holy month, the lawmaker representing Ede North, Ede South, Egbedore and Ejigbo…
Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, has congratulated Muslim faithfuls in Osun State on the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan. In a statement signed by his Spokesperson, Mallam Olawale, the Governor acknowledged “the devotion, and discipline demonstrated throughout Ramadan,” noting that the holy month represents “not only abstinence but a…
By Sola Isola Pelumi Jacob Olajengbesi a Nigerian lawyer and columnist has challenged the lawmaker representing Oriade/Obokun Federal Constituency at the House of Representatives of publish details of the beneficiaries of his scholarship program. In a post on his Facebook page, Olajengbesi noted that Wole Oke only paid 8,000 naira for 99 children who cannot…
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Disu, is reportedly taking steps to curb the police force’s involvement in politically sensitive matters in some states of the federation, sources told SaharaReporters. In Osun State, a local government crisis drew national attention after police were deployed to council secretariats amid a dispute over tenure elongation, which…
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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, […]
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[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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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Osun Renews Demand for Release of Withheld LG Funds, Welcomes Monarchs’ Intervention
The Osun State Government has renewed its appeal to the Federal Government for the immediate release of local government allocations, citing the recent Court of Appeal judgment that affirmed the legitimacy of the state’s duly elected council leadership. In a statement signed by the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Oluomo Kolapo Alimi, the state […]
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Ajalaye of Ipetu-Ijesa, Oba Samson Agunbiade III Reacts To Ilesa Poisoning Scandal, Attempted Murder Allegation
The Ajalaye of Ipetu-Ijesa, His Royal Majesty Oba Samson Adeleke Agunbiade Oke Agunbiade III has suspended Chief Gbenga Ajibade from his position as High Chief Ejimo of Ipetu-Ijesa over his alleged involvement in the attempted murder of a suspected maize thief in Ilesa. The development, which marks a significant turn in the ongoing poisoning scandal, […]
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Ilesa Poisoning Victim Breaks Silence, Seeks Help After Father’s Death from Shock
The man at the centre of the widely publicised Ilesa poisoning incident, Ebenezer, has spoken for the first time since the attack. He debunked rumours of his death and appealing for urgent financial assistance to aid his recovery. In an exclusive interview conducted by journalist and advocate, Bode Olawoye, popularly known as Emotion Clinic, Ebenezer […]
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Why Male Priest Carried Sacred Calabash at Osun-Osogbo Festival?
The 2025 edition of the world-famous Osun-Osogbo Festival recorded an unusual but culturally valid adjustment in its centuries-old tradition, as a male priest carried the symbolic white calabash—known as Igba Osun—instead of the newly appointed Arugba. The Igba Osun, a sacred vessel containing spiritual offerings for the river goddess, is traditionally borne by the Arugba, […]