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Eid al-Fitr: Aare Asejere Greets Muslims, Urges Unity and Sustained Support for Gov. Ademola Adeleke’s People-Centered Governance

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Aare Ganiyu Ayobami Olaoluwa Asejere has extended warm felicitations to Muslim faithful across Osun State and beyond on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr , marking the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan . He commended the Muslim Ummah for their devotion, sacrifice, and discipline during the fasting period, urging them to sustain the values of patience, unity, and compassion in their daily lives. Aare Asejere called on Muslims to embrace unity, peaceful coexistence, and harmony, noting that these virtues are essential for societal progress and development. He further urged continued prayers and support for the administration of Governor Ademola Adeleke , stressing the need for collective backing to strengthen people-oriented governance in Osun State. He wished all Muslim faithful a joyful and peaceful Eid celebration, praying for prosperity and enduring peace across the state.

Eid-el-Fitr: Osun Poly Rector, Kehinde Alabi, greets Islamic Faithful

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  Charges Polytechnic Community to pray for Adeleke's victory in August Election As Muslims all over the world celebrate the Eid-el-Fitr feast, which ends the thirty days of spiritual dedication the Rector, Osun State Polytechnic, Iree , Mr. Kehinde Adeyemi Alabi , has charged Islamic faithful in the institution to remain steadfast and dedicated to the service of God and humanity. Mr Alabi in a statement to the polytechnic community said the thirty days of fasting and prayer was a unique session which was fervently devoted for spiritual rejuvenation, devoid of sins, but to seek the favour of God. He congratulates the Muslims and charged them to remain focused and keep the light of their faith burning by not going back to all the iniquities abandoned during the Ramadan . Mr Alabi also charged the entire polytechnic community not to relent in their prayers for the State Governor, Senator Ademola Nurudeen Jackson Adeleke , in his bid to paddle the canoe of the state to a safe harbour...

NUJ Osun Council Felicitates Muslims on Eid el-Fitr, Urges Peace and Unity

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The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Osun State Council , extends warm felicitations to all Muslim faithful in Osun State on the joyous occasion of Eid el-Fitr . This significant celebration, which marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan, is a period of gratitude, reflection, and renewed commitment to the values of peace, sacrifice, and compassion.  The Council commends the Muslim Ummah for their devotion, discipline, and prayers for the unity and progress of Osun State and Nigeria at large. The NUJ Osun Council also urges all residents to sustain the virtues of tolerance, love, and generosity imbibed during Ramadan, especially as the state prepares for the August 15 governorship elections . We encourage citizens to continue to promote peaceful coexistence and support efforts aimed at strengthening our democratic institutions. As journalists, we reaffirm our commitment to responsible, ethical, and development-driven journalism that fosters unity, informs the public, and cont...

Osun NUJ Emphasises Character Development To Citizens At Ramadan Lecture

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By Titilola Olaniyan, The state council of the Nigeria Union of Journalist (NUJ) has called on Osun citizens to imbibe character development at all times, irrespective of the season. This was made known at the Ramadan lecture delivered by a renowned International Cleric, Sheik Gaosu Shabaabu . held at the NUJ Secretariat in Osogbo on Tuesday. The programme which delivered the topic themed " Islam, Ramadan and Refinement of Character " brought together Muslims and Christians to promote interfaith harmony and spiritual growth, aimed to explore the significance of Ramadan in fostering personal growth and spiritual development. In his lecture, the guest Lecturer, Sheik Jabeer Gaosu Shabaabu,  highlighted the significance of character development in Islam, stressing that the greatest problem in life is "religion without characters." He emphasized the need for equality, self discipline and compassion, citing the example of Prophet Muhammed (PBUH). Sheik Shabab also disc...

OSUN NUJ RAMADAN LECTURE 2026.

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  The annual Ramadan Lecture of the Nigeria Union of Journalists NUJ, Osun State Council holds tomorrow in the afternoon. A statement issued by the Chairman,Planning Committee for the lecture, Alh.Moshood Suleiman indicates that the Baba Adinni of Osun state ,Alh.Fatai Kolawole is the Chairman of the occasion while the Royal Father's of the Day are the Olororuwo of Ororuwo, Oba Adeyemi Adeyanju ,the Alabeere of Abeere,Oba Mutallib Adefemi Adelakin,Abiade II, the Alagunbeelewo of Agunbeelewo ,Oba Maroof Olayiwola Lawal,the Onijaekun I. Venue is the state Secretariat of NUJ ,near Government Technical College,along Iwo- Ibadan road, Osogbo as from 4 o'clock in the evening. A renowned young international cleric, Sheik Gaosu Shabaab is the Guest Speaker who will talk on a thought provoking topic ; Islam and refinement of character before,during and after the holy month of Ramadan . The programme which will have the state chairman of Osun state Council of Nigeria Union of Jou...

Put Osun First – Olowu of Kuta Tells Gov'ship Aspirants, Hosts Osun NUJ Executives

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  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...

Osun Guber: For Victory at the Poll, There Must be Chain of Command - Dr. Awofadeju

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  In the word of Dr. Peter Olayinka AWOFADEJU , a strong member of ACORD party in Wars 5, Ilesa West, Osun State and a university lecturer said "for there to be eventual victory at the Poll, there must be chain of commands . He said to evaluate the victory, each leader at each local government must be saddled with the responsibility of winning his/her local government and which he must give update monthly on possibility of winning and an update after the poll. The leaders at the local government will also charge leaders at each Ward same responsibility till it gets to Units level. Leadership goes with responsibility and not just title. Though God has given us the victory already, but we must work towards it" This was the advise issued by Dr. Awofadeju to the state leadership of ACCORD party and governor in preparation for the forthcoming governorship election in the state. This he said with our media on political discuss. He buttressed his point that Lackladaisical attitud...