Put Osun First – Olowu of Kuta Tells Gov'ship Aspirants, Hosts Osun NUJ Executives
The Olowu of Kuta , Oba Dr. Hammed Oyelude Makama, CON , has called on candidates in the forthcoming Osun State Governorship Election to place the interest of the state above personal ambitions. The monarch made the call while receiving the newly elected executives of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Osun State Council, who paid him a courtesy visit led by their Chairman, Comrade Adeyemi Aboderin . The meeting took place shortly after the monarch hosted his 2026 Ramadan Lecture at his palace in Kuta. Speaking during the visit, the Olowu of Kuta stressed the need for political actors to prioritize peace, unity and the development of the state as preparations begin ahead of the governorship election. Oba Oyelude also urged Nigerians to imbibe the virtues of selflessness and tolerance, particularly during the holy month of Ramadan, while encouraging well-meaning individuals to always remember and support the less privileged in society. The royal father further o...