Adeleke: Osun Security Tightened Amid Banditry Threats
Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke reassures residents amid rising banditry in neighboring states. Security measures implemented, residents urged to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities.
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Oke expands tech scholarship to 420 Osun students
Hon. Busayo Oluwole Oke expands technical education scholarship scheme, enrolling 420 additional students across Osun State's technical colleges with ₦40 million annual commitment.
Suspect in FRSC officer murder arrested in Ghana
Victor Fajemirokun, wanted for the murder of FRSC officer Lasisi Funmilayo and her daughter, has been arrested in Ghana. Read the full story of the investigation and extradition process.
APC Secretary Dumps Osun Governorship Ambition
APC National Secretary Ajibola Basiru withdraws from Osun 2026 governorship race to focus on party building. Read details about his decision and party implications.
Man Gets 15 Cane Strokes for Stealing Phones in Church
Kaduna court sentences Kingsley Timothy to 15 strokes of cane for stealing phones worth ₦650,000 from a church. Magistrate warns against repeat offenses.
Osun Police Debunk Bandit Attack Rumour on Osogbo-Iwo Road
Osun State Police clarify viral bandit attack claims were false, revealing a minor road accident triggered the panic. Police warn against jungle justice and spreading unverified information.
Adeleke's Re-election Threatened by PDP Crisis
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke faces uncertain re-election prospects amid PDP factional crisis. Sources reveal he may explore alternative platforms if party disputes persist.
Okada Rider Arrested for Allegedly Killing Wife in Ogun
Ogun State Police intercept motorcyclist fleeing with wife's corpse. Suspect Godonu Lowe arrested with blood-stained cutlass recovered. CP urges public vigilance.
Pastor Warns Osun Next After Kwara Church Attack
Nigerian pastor Fisayo Adeniyi expresses grief over Eruku church attack, warns Osun State might be next target. Read about the alleged Christian genocide concerns.
Tinubu Hails Ex-NIWA MD Oyebamiji at 60
President Bola Tinubu celebrates former NIWA MD Bola Oyebamiji's 60th birthday, praising his banking expertise and political ambition. Read more about this tribute.
FRSC Officer, Daughter Found Dead in Herbalist Den
Tragic discovery of mutilated remains of FRSC officer Funmilayo Lasisi and daughter in Osun herbalist den. Police confirm arrests in suspected ritual killing. Read full details.
Osun Passes N705bn 2026 Budget for Second Reading
Osun State Assembly approves N705 billion 2026 appropriation bill for second reading. Governor Adeleke's 'Budget of Economic Transformation' focuses on infrastructure and citizen welfare.
INEC: 2.3m New Voter Registrations, Osun Leads
INEC reports 2.3 million new voter registrations nationwide, with Osun, Imo, and Kano states leading. Get the full breakdown and see how your state performed.
NDLEA arrests hotelier, seizes 1,762kg of cannabis
NDLEA operatives arrest wanted drug baron Frank Chijioke Ibemesi in Lagos, seizing 1,762kg of cannabis. A separate syndicate in Osun State also busted. Read the full story.
Osun 2026: NIWA Boss Resigns, Omisore Gets Form
APC governorship race heats up as Bola Oyebamiji resigns from NIWA and Iyiola Omisore obtains nomination forms. 13 aspirants vie for party ticket ahead of 2026 election.
Reps Seek Completion of Abandoned Osun Army School
Nigerian House of Representatives urges immediate action to complete the long-abandoned Armed Forces Physical and Health School in Esa-Oke, Osun State, to boost troop readiness and security. Read more.
Tinubu, SW Govs, Sultan for MUSWEN Assembly in Osun
President Tinubu, Southwest governors, and Sultan of Sokoto to attend MUSWEN's 10th General Assembly in Osun State. Event focuses on Nigeria's economy and addresses US religious freedom designation.
Man gets 4 years for cannabis trafficking in Osun
Federal High Court in Osogbo sentences Musa Raji Mohammed to 4 years imprisonment for trafficking 10.7kg of cannabis. Read the full details of the drug case.
Guard Found Dead at Igbaye Workplace, Police Probe
Police in Osun State are investigating the death of security guard Basiru Aminu, found deceased at his Oke Ola, Igbaye workplace. No violence marks were found on the body. Read for details.
Police arrest suspect in Rivers orphan's rape-murder case
Rivers State Police Command makes breakthrough arrest in tragic case of 20-year-old orphan Mercy Peter, bringing hope for justice in brutal rape and murder investigation.
Ondo Police Arrest Car Thief Using Sedative-Laced Drink
Ondo State Police apprehend suspect who allegedly stole a vehicle after plying the owner with alcohol mixed with sleeping pills. Full details of the cunning operation revealed.
Ogun Police Bust Cameroonian Human Trafficking Ring
Ogun State Police Command has dismantled a sophisticated Cameroonian human trafficking syndicate, rescuing multiple victims in a major operation that exposes cross-border criminal networks.
Kano Police Bust SIM Card Syndicate, Recover ₦17M
Kano State Police Command has dismantled a sophisticated SIM card syndicate, arresting six suspects and recovering over ₦17 million in a major crackdown on telecommunications fraud.
Osun 2026: Christian Groups Demand Governorship Aspirants
Christian organizations in Osun State intensify calls for power shift to Christian candidates ahead of 2026 gubernatorial election, citing religious balance concerns.
US arrests Nigerian in Germany's €300M fraud case
American law enforcement has apprehended a Nigerian national and four accomplices wanted by Germany for orchestrating a massive €300 million fraud scheme spanning multiple countries.
Woman Beaten to Death Over Car Damage in Ajah
Shocking incident in Lagos as a young woman loses her life after allegedly damaging a man's vehicle, sparking outrage and raising questions about mob justice in Nigeria.
Osun Christians Mobilize for APC in 2026 Election
A prominent Christian forum in Osun State announces strategic mobilization of Christian voters to support APC in the 2026 gubernatorial election, signaling potential political realignment.
Deji Adeleke Prostrates for Osun Governor at Wedding
In a stunning display of cultural respect, billionaire Deji Adeleke was captured prostrating to greet Osun State Governor at his eldest son's extravagant wedding ceremony in Ede.
Adeleke Urges Peaceful Nigeria-US Engagement
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke advocates for enhanced Nigeria-US partnership through peaceful engagement and mutual economic benefits during high-level diplomatic meeting.
Trump Threat Wake-Up Call for Nigeria - Adeleke
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke warns that Donald Trump's threat of military intervention in Nigeria should jolt the Federal Government into decisive action against the nation's escalating security crisis.
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