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Kano Imam Brutally Slain After Dawn Prayer
The Maraba community in Kano grieves the brutal killing of Imam Ladan Zubairu, a kind and peaceful cleric, after Fajr prayer. The suspected attacker was killed by a mob.
Army Denies Killing Youth in Anambra, Community Leader Speaks
The Nigerian Army and Lilu community leaders deny soldiers killed a youth found dead in Anambra bush. The victim was earlier arrested by vigilantes over gun-making allegations. Read the full details.
Police Arrest Suspect in Owo Cult-Related Murder
Ondo State Police confirm arrest of a suspect in the Owo cult killing of 25-year-old Ayodele Peter. Authorities urge public vigilance and cooperation.
Gunmen Kidnap Ex-Customs Officer, Kill Chief in Osun
Gunmen attacked Ora community on the Osun-Kwara border, kidnapping retired Customs officer Emmanuel Owolabi and killing a chief. Police have intensified search efforts. Read the full story.
APC USA Backs Oyebamiji for Osun Governorship
The APC USA Chapter endorses Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji for Osun's 2026 governorship, highlighting party unity as the critical factor to reclaim the state from the PDP. Read their full statement.
Omisore: Oyetola Ordered Our Disqualification in Osun APC
Senator Iyiola Omisore claims Minister Adegboyega Oyetola directed the disqualification of seven APC governorship aspirants in Osun, calling it a 'hatchet job' to favour a preferred candidate. Read the full details.
Supreme Court Strikes Out Osun's Suit on LG Funds
Nigeria's Supreme Court dismisses Osun State's suit over withheld LG allocations, ruling the AG lacked standing. The court condemned the FG's action as unconstitutional. Read the full details.
Man, 50, arrested for defiling 12-year-old girl in Osun
Osun Police arrest a 50-year-old man for allegedly defiling a 12-year-old neighbour since July 2025. The victim's mother discovered the crime. Police urge public vigilance.
50-Year-Old Man Arrested for Defiling Girl, 12, in Osun
Osun police arrest a neighbour for defiling a 12-year-old girl since July. The victim's malnutrition was discovered during medical care. CP Gotan condemns the act, urging vigilance.
Stakeholders Demand Transparency in FG Cash Transfer Scheme
Beneficiaries and officials in Osun State call for greater awareness and fairness in the Federal Government's social protection cash transfers, highlighting issues of exclusion and lack of transparency.
Omisore, 6 Others Disqualified from Osun APC Primary
APC Screening Committee disqualifies Senator Iyiola Omisore and six aspirants from Osun governorship primary for failing to meet nomination rules. Only two aspirants cleared.
APC Bars 7 Aspirants From Osun Governorship Primaries
The APC Screening Committee has disqualified seven major aspirants, including Senator Iyiola Omisore, from the Osun 2026 governorship primary. Only two candidates were cleared. Read the full details and implications.
Supreme Court Dismisses Osun Suit on LG Funds
The Supreme Court has struck out Osun State's suit to compel FG to release LG funds, citing lack of locus standi. Read the full details and implications of the judgment.
Supreme Court Calls Out FG Over LG Autonomy
Nigeria's Supreme Court has called on the federal government to implement its judgment granting financial autonomy to 774 local governments. The court dismissed Osun state's suit. Full details inside.
Supreme Court Dismisses Osun's LG Funds Suit
Nigeria's Supreme Court has dismissed Osun State's suit to compel the Federal Government to release withheld local government allocations. Read the full details and implications of the verdict.
Adeleke Announces Osun Tech Festival for February 2026
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke announces the 2026 Osun Tech Festival, a 20-hectare Digital City, and a new electricity law to empower local innovators and attract global partners. Discover the state's tech roadmap.
Throat Slit Murder in Maiduguri: Victim Found in Car
A man was brutally murdered inside his vehicle in Maiduguri. Police are investigating the gruesome killing and seeking the victim's family. Read the latest details.
Boyfriend confesses to killing FRSC officer, child in Osun
Victor Fajemirokun narrates how he conspired with herbalists to kill his girlfriend, an FRSC officer, and her 12-year-old daughter in a suspected ritual murder in Osun state. Read the chilling details.
Security Mobilised Over Osun Land Dispute Involving Baptist Mission
Security agencies intervene in Ejigbo, Osun, to prevent a communal crisis over an 85-acre land dispute between the Baptist Mission and the Lawal Obelawo family. Read the full story.
Police Arrest Alleged Killers of FRSC Officer, Daughter
Osun State Police Command has arrested three suspects linked to the ritual killing of a senior FRSC officer and her daughter. The Commissioner of Police revealed chilling details of the investigation. Read the full story.
Osun PDP Reps Reject Guber Primary, Accuse Makinde
Osun PDP lawmakers urge INEC to reject the party's governorship primary, calling it illegal and fraudulent. They accuse Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde of masterminding the exercise with thugs.
Mob Sets Two Suspected Robbers Ablaze in Gboko
Two suspected robbers were set on fire by an angry mob in Gboko, Benue State. The incident occurred near a school complex. Police are investigating. Read full details.
Adeleke's New Party Announcement Set for December 13
Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke will formally join a new political party before December 13, 2025, following his resignation from the PDP due to national-level crises. Get the full details.
APC: Adeleke Inviting Crisis in Igbajo After Monarch's Death
Osun APC blames Governor Adeleke for potential unrest after imposing a 24-hour curfew in Igbajo during the funeral rites of the late Owa, Oba Famodun. The party calls for immediate reversal.
Davido Reacts to Uncle Gov Adeleke's PDP Resignation
Nigerian superstar Davido reacts with a cryptic message after his uncle, Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke, resigns from the PDP, throwing the state's 2026 politics into confusion. Get the full story.
PDP Holds Factional Osun Guber Primary After Adeleke Quits
Factional PDP delegates proceed with Osun governorship primary despite Governor Adeleke's resignation and state chairman's cancellation. Get the latest on the party crisis.
Adebayo Emerges Osun PDP Governorship Candidate
Adebayo Olugbenga Adedamola (FRYO) has been elected as the PDP flagbearer for the 2026 Osun governorship election, securing a decisive victory in the party primary held in Osogbo.
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Adedamola Wins PDP Ticket for Osun 2026 Election
Adebayo Adedamola secures the PDP nomination for Osun's 2026 governorship race with 919 votes. Get the full details on the primary held in Osogbo.
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