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As it remains few days to enter year 2026, campaign time is fast approaching and tension is growing daily as Osun State people are agitating on who wins or loose the coming governorship election . Dailies, people read attacks from oppositions alleging and accusing one and another, all these is to paint their political parties and candidates in a good picture. But the question majority are asking is who is likely to win the coming governorship election in Osun State. Taking the three strongest political parties in Osun State, All Progressive Congress (APC), African Democratic Congress (ADC) and Accord Party , the three are presenting their best candidate with either good or worst antecedents as perceived by the masses. Remember that one man's food is another man's poison.  African Democratic Congress (ADC) presents Najeem Salam, PhD , the former House of Assembly Speaker under APC then as their governorship candidate. Najeem Salam, PhD with his political godfather are percei...

The Community Grammar School Old Students' Association , Ring-Road held the inauguration of their newly elected executive together with yearly get-together party at thee school auditorium hall on Saturday 27th December, 2025 . The programme which commenced at exactly 10:00am with large turn out of old students from 1985 to 2024. The members were glad to meet again after so many years back and to know other sets. Mr. Olusegun Asaolu  implored members to pay their dues regularly to achieve a mile stone achievement during his tenure as president. He promised if members are faithful in the payment of their dues, each member celebrating will be supported with the token of N20,000 to support from his cabinet. He further gave his words to embark on the construction of the laboratory building in collaboration with the founding day celebration, this is in alignment in giving back to the school. He promised to pre present all the Old Students Association well in every area. He also commend...

  Passengers of the Imole Free Train Service , an initiative of the present administration under the leadership of the Asiwaju of Edeland , Sen. Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke have commended the Governor, describing the gesture as a worthy assistance. Governor Ademola Adeleke was also applauded for his passionate leadership which has transformed Osun State citizenry in all the strata of the economy. This was as the holidaymakers reunited with their family members, friends and loved ones in the early hours on the Christmas Eve, at the Nelson Mandela Freedom Park , Osogbo on Wednesday. Welcoming the travellers on behalf of the State Governor, the Honourable Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Rev. Dr. Bunmi Jenyo expressed happiness for the hitch-free journey of the train, despite delays. Flanked by the management of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Rev. Dr. Jenyo who interacted with some of the passengers charged them to use their time in Osun to access the transfor...

Governor Ademola Adeleke has answered few critics of his administration and challenged them to judge him by his records as a governor in the last three years, affirming that he has delivered good governance across all sectors of Osun society. Addressing Iwude Ijesha carnival at Ilesa on Sunday, Governor Adeleke who fired back at critics who questioned his style of governance asserted that governance is not about stern looking leaders parading corridors of power, declaring “leadership is not and should not be a master–servant relationship.  “Governance is about making a direct positive impact on the lives of the people. Your delivery as a governor is the best judge of your performance and capacity to lead. Judge me on my records, outputs and agenda as a governor. That is the best globally accepted parameters to measure leadership. “My people, I have delivered across sectors in the last three years. I positively touched all sectors and federal constituencies. My records affirm an...

Tobiloba Taiwo-Awofadeju The Osun State Government has reiterated its commitment to developing the Adire industry through a comprehensive value chain approach aimed at creating jobs, generating wealth and promoting shared prosperity across the state. Governor Ademola Adeleke made this known in Osogbo , the State Capital, at the Adire Osun Export Summit and Fashion Culture , where he described Adire as a priceless cultural asset that had been neglected for decades, despite its enormous economic potential. The governor noted that his administration has resolved to reclaim the heritage of Adire by repositioning it as a viable business sector capable of contributing significantly to the state’s economy, adding that government is ready to collaborate with stakeholders to achieve this goal. According to Adeleke, the summit was designed to expose participants to the vast business and economic opportunities within the Adire sector, stressing that the government’s plan is to grow the Adire ...

• Urges sober celebrations of this year Christmas  As the 2025 Christmas celebration draws nearer, the Acting Nuncio of World Bishops Council (WBC) in Africa , Bishop Seun Adeoye has called on Christians in Nigeria to quietly celebrate this year’s Yuletide .  This he said should be done in memories of thousands of souls murdered in the country by bandits and terrorists and in sympathies with thousands of others who are still held in their captivities and being tortured day and night.  Bishop Adeoye, who is founder of Sufficient Grace and Truth International Ministries and presently the International Communications Director of Worldwide Anglican Church in a statement in Osogbo on Tuesday, December 16th, 2025 urges Christians to fervently pray for their persecutors for changes of heart.   “If Christ is here today, would he asked for the heads of his enemies? No, he will rather chose to pray for them, and urge them to repent their devilish atrocities” he sai...

Bandits on Monday night invaded Ora Igbomina in Ifedayo Local Government Area of Osun State , unleashing terror on residents and travellers in the community.  The attackers reportedly stormed Akisa Road in Ora, where they kidnapped a former Customs officer, Prince Owolabi , from his residence.  The invasion threw the town into panic as gunshots rang out during the operation. During the attack, the bandits were also said to have killed the leader of non-indigenes in Ora at his farm and sent his ten years old home to break the news, an incident that further heightened fear and tension among residents.  In a related development, travellers along the Oteere Ila/ Ora axis were reportedly shot by the assailants as they attempted to flee the scene, leaving several people injured and causing motorists to abandon the route. Local security guards, community vigilantes, police from Ora and Ekiti State were said to have made efforts to repel the attackers and protect residents, ...

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is pleased to officially announce that Dr. Najeem Folasayo Salaam IWALOYE , former Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly , has emerged as the ADC flagbearer and governorship candidate for the August 8, 2026 Osun State Governorship Election. At the gubernatorial primary election held today in Osogbo , Dr. Salaam secured a commanding 520 out of 528 valid votes cast by accredited party delegates, with only eight ballots declared invalid. The primary, conducted in line with the ADC constitution and supervised by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), demonstrated the party’s commitment to democratic practice and internal transparency.  Speaking after his victory, Dr. Salaam expressed humility and readiness to serve the people of Osun State. He underscored that his candidature is rooted in a deep sense of service, conscience, and commitment to an inclusive, purposeful governance that departs from punitive politics and prioriti...

  Cross session of the masses which belong to the opposition party within Osun State are with the opinion that he ( Governor Ademola Adeleke ) would be disqualified before August 8th, 2026 because he purchased nomination forms from two different political parties. Already, they are jubilating as they thought they have gotten a lacuna where they can use against him. The analysis is that, masses will have no option when Governor Ademola Adeleke is disqualified than to vote for the opposition. Part of what they were citing is  that "The spirit of the law forbids anyone to contest for nomination under two or more political parties in same election or even start the process of being nominated by procuring the nomination form." Supreme Court , on Nwosu Vs Uzodimma, June 2020 . What does the constitution say about purchasing two nomination forms from two different political parties for the same election? According to  Adam Osgwe SAN , Section 115 of the electoral act, 2022 sa...

  Unfolding illegalities acted in form of home movie made it clear that only fear of opposition ( APC ) is Governor Ademola Adeleke .  The magnitude of developmental work done at every senatorial district and all local government in less than three years has been causing serious migraine to all APC leaders and followers both within Osun State and at national level. even as they seized Local Government funds to incapacitate the state governor and hinder his successes. Initially, the noise of Governor Ademola Adeleke must not be on the ballot was echoed everywhere in Osun State and all the political social media platforms, including Facebook accounts of APC members. There was temporary peace when Governor Ademola Adeleke left the People's Democratic party without divulging his next move. Several names he was called, abused and mocked him. They vomited all their grievances against Mr. Governor, the teachers that former governor, Mr. Oyetola employed after loosing the 2022 Go...

The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has commiserated with the family, associates and admirers of late Chief (Prince) Tunde Ponle , calling his demise “the exit of a giant” Governor Adeleke described the loss of Chief Ponle as painful beyond words can actually convey, noting that the late industrialist made exceptional contributions to the economy of the state and beyond. The Governor who conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the immediate and extended family of late Chief Tunde Ponle, said the MicCom Cables and Wires CEO lived a life full of accomplishments and that his legacy of impacting the society for the better will not be forgotten easily. "I'm visibly shaken to learn about the passing of Chief (Prince) Tunde Laoye. While alive, Prince Ponle was a model of a good citizen, contributing not just his intellect but his God-given ability to solve some of the society's challenges," Governor Adeleke was quoted as saying in a condolences mess...

A factional Accord Party leadership has produced Clement Bamigbola as its governorship candidate for the 2026 Osun State election , barely four days after the emergence of Gov Ademola Adeleke It is recalled that Adeleke on Wednesday emerged as the candidate of the party as a sole aspirant, however, a faction of the party rejected him stating that Barrister Maxwell Ngbudem is not legally backed National Chairman of the party. In a fresh twist, on Sunday, 300 delegates of Accord Party across Osun State elected Bamigbola as the factional party candidate during the exercise held at Regina Suite, Osogbo . Bamigbola emerged from a voice vote by the delegates after which the Chairman of Primary Committee, Hon Olufemi Ogundare pronounced him elected as the candidate of the party for 2026 Osun State governorship election. Subsequently, Ogundare and other party leaders presented the flag of the party to Bamigbola for 2026 contest. Details soonest

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has reaffirmed the full determination of Osun people to defeat the All Progressives Congress(APC) in the 2026 polls , declaring unequivocally “I will beat Oyebamiji by the might of God and people” Reacting to statements credited to Mr Gboyega Oyetola at the APC guber Primary on Saturday, the governor described the minister's hope for victory as “wishful thinking, illusory grandstanding and a failure to accept the deep level of unpopularity of APC among the people of Osun state” Calling Oyetola regime an anti-people era in Osun history , Governor Adeleke lamented the run down state of affairs when he took over the state in 2022, tagging Oyetola reign “a dark page in Osun socio-political history , a period neither labour nor any segment of our population want re-enacted” The governor who boasted of a mass movement behind his re- election bid mocked the minister and the APC for embarking on anti-democratic activities instead of marketing the...

● We Won't Allow Oppressors, Exploiters to Return to Power - NLC Chairman Labour leaders from across the unions in Osun state under the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) today endorsed the Accord for the re-election of Governor Ademola Adeleke in the 2026 guber elections . The state labour movement made the declaration after the state governor briefed them about his political movement from the People's Democratic Party (PDP) to the Accord today at the Banquet hall of the Government House . A total of 32 labour leaders representing various unions were present including Osun Trade Union Congress (TUC) Chairman, Comrade Bimbo Fasasi while the state chairman of the NLC, Comrade Christopher Arapasopo who spoke on their behalf vowed that the labour movement will not allow oppressors and exploiters to return to power in Osun state. The NLC boss who declared that the Governor has done passionately well spoke further in his address to the Governor: “We ...

  According to Bayo Onanuga , the Special Adviser to the President (Information & Strategy), President Bola Ahmed Tinubu , on Thursday in Abuja , said his administration is laying the foundation for a youthful digital workforce that will power Nigeria’s next chapter of growth and shared prosperity. President Tinubu spoke at the State House Conference Centre as he chaired the 3 million Technical Talent (3MTT) National Impact Summit and launch of the 3MTT Digital Skills Fund . Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume , represented him. President Tinubu said his administration’s determination to build a trillion–dollar economy is hinged on the understanding that the future will be driven by technical skills, productivity, innovation, and a youthful workforce whose skills meet global standards. Launched in 2023 by the Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy , the 3MTT programme targets training three million young Nigerians in critica...