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  The Traditional Secretary to the Arole Oduduwa Olofin Adimula, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, CFR, Ojaja II, Ooni of Ife , Chief (Dr.) Idowu Salami , and his wife, Lady Evangelist Salami Funke Beauty , have received their respective investitures at the Celestial Church of Christ (CCC), Boluwatife Parish, Ile-Ife . The investiture ceremony, held on Sunday, August 23, 2026, was marked by prayers, thanksgiving and tributes in recognition of Chief Idowu Salami’s contributions to the church and the wider Ile-Ife community. Speaking at the ceremony, the Shepherd of the church, Venerable Superior Evangelist Bode Awotide, expressed gratitude to God for preserving Chief Salami’s life and making it possible for him to witness and receive the prestigious investiture. He described the newly invested General Evangelist as a committed pillar of the church and a man whose selfless contributions have positively impacted many lives. Woli Bode urged Chief Salami to remain steadfast in his service...

 Tobiloba-Taiwo Awofadeju The Osun State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the state’s rich cultural heritage, sacred sites and festivals while promoting peace, tolerance and unity among people of different faiths. The government also said it would continue to harness culture and tourism as tools for job creation and sustainable development across the state. Governor Ademola Adeleke stated this through the Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Hon. Bankole Ojo , during the 2026 Isese Day celebration held in Osogbo, the state Capital. The governor described his administration as a strong lover and promoter of culture, stressing that efforts would be made to preserve Osun’s traditions for future generations. According to him, the administration would continue to support Isese culture, traditional institutions and indigenous festivals to ensure that they receive greater recognition and grow bigger every year.  In his remarks, the President of the Traditiona...

   The General Officer Commanding (GOC), 2 Division, Nigerian Army (NA), Major General Auwalu Mahmuda has charged troops providing security for Osun State Off Cycle Gubernatorial Election to be professional and adhere strictly to the Code of Conduct for Election duty . He made the call, today, 7 August 2026, while addressi ng troops that will be supporting the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) for the election, at Engineer Construction Command (ECC), Ede, Osun State .  Major General Mahmuda underscored the critical nature of the task the NA has placed on their shoulders, as part of their constitutional role in providing aid to civil authority. He added that the Exercise tagged "Operation SAFE CONDUCT" will be in support of the NPF, which is the lead agency for the conduct of elections in Nigeria. He however, maintained that they are to provide outer cordon security , and only respond to situations when called upon to do so, stressing that they must stay away from polling units...

Tobiloba-Taiwo Awofadeju   Thousands of devotees, tourists and culture enthusiasts on Friday besieged the sacred Osun-Osogbo Grove as the grand finale of the 2026 Osun Osogbo Festival climaxed in a carnival of colour, spirituality and royalty. Governor Ademola Adeleke , who was represented by his Deputy, Prince Kola Adewusi, congratulated the Ataoja and the people of Osogbo for sustaining the UNESCO heritage festival . He said his administration is committed to taking development to every nook and cranny of the state. The Governor listed his administration's intervention in the culture and tourism sector, noting that culture remains a strong driver of economy and job creation for Osun youths. He recalled that at last year’s festival, he promised to reconstruct the long-abandoned road leading to the Osun Grove, saying the promise has been fulfilled with the road now completed and commissioned. He assured that more iconic projects would still be delivered before the end of his tenu...

Hon. Fadipe Ibukun Ishola , the Accord candidate for the Osun East Senatorial District , filed a historic fundamental rights enforcement lawsuit at the Federal High Court located in Osogbo, the political climate in Osun State has intensified. Hon. Fadipe has dragged the Inspector General of Police (IGP), the Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG, Zone XI, Osogbo), the Police Service Commission, the Osun State Commissioner of Police, Sen. Francis Adenigba Fadahunsi ( All Progressives Congress - APC ) and ASP Solomon Wemimo Sunday *(the police orderly to Sen Fadahunsi)* before the court in Suit No. FHC/OS/144/2026. According to court filings submitted by his legal team led by Bukola Onifade Esq., the legal action stems from an intense wave of harassment, intimidation, and physical threats occurring between July 26 and July 31, 2026. Hon. Fadipe alleged that Senator Francis Adenigba Fadahunsi, the APC Senatorial Candidate for Osun East Senatorial seat, has continuously instigated ...

  Joseph Ayo Babalola University (JABU), Ikeji-Arakeji , has been recognised by the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Osun State Secretariat, as the Best Corps Employer in Ilesa Zone. The commendation, conveyed in a letter dated 14 July 2026 and signed by the Osun State Coordinator, Ekeng Ita Kubiangha , acknowledges the University's unwavering commitment to the ideals of the NYSC Scheme . The recognition highlights JABU's exceptional support for Corps Members, particularly in the areas of welfare, safety, mentorship, and the provision of an enabling environment that fosters professional growth and meaningful service. The University Management received the commendation with appreciation, describing it as a testament to JABU's dedication to excellence, human development, and community service. The award further reinforces the institution's reputation as a supportive and nurturing workplace for young graduates undertaking their national service. The Vice-Chancellor, Pr...