We Will Resist Any Rigging Attempts – Osun Assembly Declares
● We demand a free, fair, and credible elections. The Osun State House of Assembly has vowed to resist any attempt to manipulate the electoral process in the state, raising concerns over recent developments involving the redeployment of key electoral officials. During a press conference held at the Assembly on Thursday, the lawmakers said their…
It was Kaduna yesterday, today it s FGC Kano, tomorrow who will be next ?
It was FGC Kaduna yesterday. Today, it is FGC Kano. Tomorrow, it will be another of our cherished Unity Schools if we continue to sleep on our watch. We are witnessing a brazen, backdoor concession of our national heritage, yet the umbrella body meant to protect these schools—the Unity Schools Old Students Association (USOSA)—has remained…
A Call to Action on Nigeria’s Industrial Future: Civil Society to Convene International Conference on Ajaokuta Steel Company
A coalition of civil society organisations advocating for the revival of the Ajaokuta Steel Company has announced plans to convene an international conference aimed at addressing Nigeria’s long-standing industrial challenges. The virtual conference, scheduled for Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., is themed “Ajaokuta Phenomenon in Tinubu’s Era: A Turning Point or Another Missed…
Bauchi 2027: The Case for Competence, by Prof Shehu A. Goni
An interesting conversation is taking shape in Bauchi State. It is not, at least not yet, the familiar theatre of defections, alignments, and zoning arithmetic that tends to dominate Nigerian political cycles. The major question being raised is quieter, but far more consequential. What kind of leadership does Bauchi actually need next? After years in…
Osun Accord Slams APC’s “Wayo Politics” Strategy as Desperation Move
The Osun State Chairman of the ruling Accord, Pastor Victor Babalola Akande, has lampooned the opposition All Progressives Congress over its curious decision to appoint Mr Wole Oke as Director General of its campaign council, describing the move as “a tragic comedy that exposes the party’s complete collapse of credibility.” Pastor Akande said the APC,…
Olawepo-Hashim Resigns From PDP, Set To Align With Coalition To Prevent One-Party State
A Chieftain of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, Dr. Gbenga Hahim has written to formally “convey his resignation from the Party with immediate effect.” In a letter dated 4th April, 2026, addressed to the Chairman, People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Usuma Ward, Bwari Area Council, Abuja, FCT, Dr. Hashim reminded him that “the party has been…
Adeleke Celebrates Ijesha Excellence, Promises More Projects for Ilesa
Governor Ademola Adeleke has described the Ijesha people as an enterprising race with huge records of accomplishments across local, national and international spaces, hailing the unveiling of Ijesha Hall of Fame as a landmark initiative. The governor who attended the event alongside members of the state executive council said the initiative from His Imperial Majesty,…
2027: Why Lagos Island Needs a Fresh Voice — Like Ajagbe Adeyemi Teslim, a Creative Mind, a Dogged Fighter and A Man Full of Love
By Pastor Jibola Olarinoye If you have two friends in your lifetime, you’re lucky, and if you have one good friend, you’re more than lucky. ” (S.E. Hinton) This proverb best suits my one and only coursemate friend, AJAGBE ADEYEMI TESLIM a.k.a. Omoatitebi. Let me start my article with another popular adage which says, ‘Show…
Governor Adeleke Felicitates Newly Elected Osun Online Publishers Association Executives
Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has congratulated the new leadership of Osun Online Publishers Association (OOPA) led by its Chairman, Mr Lawrence Abioye. The Governor in a statement by his Spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed urged the new executives of the association to ensure that OOPA members remain professional and fair, especially as Osun governorship…
Osun APC Excos, Treasurer, Legal Adviser, Auditor, Ward Chairman, 200 Others Defect to Accord.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ife North Local Government Area of Osun State has suffered a major setback following the defection of serving local government executive members, including the Treasurer, Hon. Jide Oke; Auditor, Hon. Isaiah Ayoola; Legal Adviser; and the Ward Chairman of Oyere 1, alongside over 200 other members, to the Accord…
