Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has adjusted the campaign timeline for the Osun State governorship election. This change impacts the deadline for political campaigns ahead of the poll.

The APC in Osun State is strategizing to unseat Governor Adeleke in the 2026 elections, anticipating a highly competitive three-way race with the emergence of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

An ADC chieftain has accused former Senate President David Mark and former Osun State Governor Rauf Aregbesola, among others, of attempting to hijack the party. The accusation was made in response to questions about the party's internal struggles.

The Osun State Government has inaugurated a new committee aimed at improving eye health and addressing the rising cases of blindness and visual impairment among its residents.

An Osun State commissioner is encouraging voters residing outside the state to return home for the gubernatorial election and cast their ballots for Adeleke, highlighting his popular free train service.

Governor Adeleke, Senator Fadahunsi, and the APC in Osun State, Nigeria, have extended Easter greetings to Christians, calling for love, sacrifice, unity, and peaceful coexistence.

The Osun State Police Commissioner announced the arrest of three Ilobu chiefs and 16 others in connection with an attack on police personnel, but the community and the Commissioner have differing accounts regarding the arrests.

Osun State Police have arrested five suspects following a violent shooting incident in Ilesa, attributing the clashes to rival cult groups.

A member of the House of Representatives from Osun State, Hon. Lanre Oladebo, stated that Governor Ademola Adeleke has outperformed previous APC administrations despite local government fund seizures.

An All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain in Osun State, Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has voiced concerns over the deteriorating power supply in Nigeria and called for President Tinubu's intervention.

President Tinubu's Renewed Hope Initiative has donated 1,600 bags of rice to indigent residents in Osun State, Nigeria, to support both Muslims and Christians during the Lent and Ramadan periods.

Students under the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) have staged a protest in Osogbo, Osun State, demanding an end to the country’s worsening electricity supply, which is negatively impacting academic activities and local communities.

The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) in Osun State has indefinitely postponed its leadership election, with members kicking against the decision, following an earlier delay due to a missing electoral committee.

Residents of over 15 communities in Osogbo, the capital of Osun State, have appealed to President Bola Tinubu to intervene and ensure a stable power supply, citing the impact of erratic electricity on businesses and daily life. The post Osogbo communities urge Tinubu to address unstable power supply appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has denied anointing any candidates for the 2027 National Assembly and Assembly elections, urging members to focus on the upcoming governorship election to ensure party unity.

By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo The Osun State Government has recruited 526 teachers for public primary and secondary schools across the state. In a statement issued at the weekend, the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Kolapo Alimi, said the names of the first batch of successful applicants had been released. According to the statement, the […] The post Osun recruits 526 teachers, successful candidates to collect appointment letters Monday appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Osun State Government in Nigeria has announced the release of the initial list of successful candidates for its teacher recruitment program.

Gideon Aloba, a chieftain of the Labour Party in Osun State, has urged for an immediate resolution to the party's factional crisis, warning that it could jeopardize the party's prospects in the 2027 elections.

Residents in Osogbo, Osun State, staged a protest against poor power supply, issuing a seven-day ultimatum to the IBEDC to restore their communities to Band A classification for improved electricity.

Leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun State are in conflict over support for Governor Ademola Adeleke’s 2026 re-election bid. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-pdp-leaders-clash-over-adelekes-re-election-support/

The Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly, Mr. Adewale Egbedun, along with 24 other lawmakers elected on the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) platform, have defected to the Accord Party.

The Adewale Egbedun, Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly, has led 24 other lawmakers elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) into the Accord Party. The post Osun…

Police in Osun State, Nigeria, rescued 15 victims of a human trafficking ring who were lured from Togo, Benin, and Niger with false job promises, and arrested one suspect.

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An APC chieftain in Osun State urged residents to disregard smear campaigns targeting the party and its governorship candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, ahead of the 2026 elections.

The Olojudo of Ido-Ayegunle in Osun State, Oba Timileyin Ajayi, has warned against fraudulent land sales, stating he has not authorized any since his ascension.

Local government chairmen in Osun State, Nigeria, have donated 300 motorcycles to the police and other security agencies. The donation aims to enhance operational capacity and improve response times in the state.

Ruling houses in Ipetumodu, Osun State, are demanding Governor Adeleke declare the Apetu stool vacant following the reigning monarch’s fraud conviction in the United States.

Osun State University’s VC encourages postgraduate students to engage in societal challenges research that will address real-world problems in Nigeria. Read More:…

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has advocated for an endowment fund to support technology education and innovation, highlighting its importance for national development and progress.

The Osun State Government has called on the police to reject a vehicle donation from APC chairmen, labeling it a ‘poisoned gift’ amidst an ongoing legal dispute over their tenure.

A heavy rainstorm late on Saturday night has wreaked havoc in Osogbo, Osun State, Nigeria, causing significant damage to homes and businesses. Governor Ademola Adeleke has expressed sympathy and assured victims of support.

The Osun State Government in Nigeria is urging residents with tuberculosis symptoms to get screened, actively working to dispel myths that the disease is a spiritual affliction.

Hunters in Osun State, Nigeria, operating under the Nigeria Forest Security Service, have declared their support for President Tinubu's reelection bid and urged him to sign the NFSS bill into law.

Osun State has released a supplementary list for its 2026 teachers’ recruitment, increasing the total number of new hires from 1,000 to 1,241.

The Osogbo community in Osun State has prohibited all political activities, including party uniforms and posters, at Eid praying grounds to maintain order during the celebrations.

The Nigeria Police Force has assured a transparent and thorough investigation into a fatal shooting incident in Osogbo, Osun State, involving two Customs Officers that resulted in the death of a citizen.

A PDP group in Osun State urges Nyesom Wike and the national leadership to intervene in the party crisis and dissolve the state’s leadership committee. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-pdp-group-seeks-wikes-intervention/

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has asserted that his performance during his initial term in office justifies his bid for a second term.

The lawmaker representing Osun West in the Senate, Lere Oyewumi, elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party in the 2023 general elections, has defected to the Accord Party. Until his defection, announced in a statement obtained in Osogbo on Monday, Oyewumi was the last PDP senator in Osun State, following the earlier defections Read More: https://punchng.com/senate-deputy-minority-leader-dumps-pdp-joins-accord/

A coalition of political stakeholders within the Accord Party in Osun State has cautioned Governor Ademola Adeleke against approving automatic tickets for incumbent federal lawmakers, warning of potential internal conflict.

The Vice-Chancellor of Osun State University details significant challenges, including land grabbers and illegal occupants taking over university land, alongside pressure from various stakeholders.

Angry residents in Osogbo, Osun State, disrupted business activities at the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) regional office to protest persistent epileptic power supply.

Fifty youths in Osun State participated in a mentorship program aimed at raising awareness and combating cybercrime and internet fraud.

The Akire of Ikire in Osun State, Oba Olatunde Falabi, has died at the age of 91 after a reign of over three decades, the local government confirms. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-monarch-akire-of-ikire-dies-at-91-lg-mourns/

Six members of the House of Representatives from Osun State have defected from the PDP to the Accord Party, following Governor Ademola Adeleke. Read More: https://punchng.com/six-osun-reps-defect-to-accord-party/

Police in Osun state have arrested four suspects in Ila-Orangun for allegedly inciting fear of a bandit attack in the state.

Pensioners in Osun State praise the Osun Health Insurance Scheme, calling it a lifesaver that has reduced death rates and eased their financial burdens. Read More: https://punchng.com/pensioners-laud-osun-health-insurance-scheme/

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Nigeria's Labour Party has denied reports that it endorsed President Bola Tinubu for a second term in the 2027 general elections. The party also criticized the transfer of the Osun State Resident Electoral Commissioner.

Dignitaries gathered in Ilesa, Osun State, to pay their last respects as Chief Michael Falomo was laid to rest. The Lofosan of Ilesa was remembered for a life well lived.

The Osun State House of Assembly has expressed concern over the “sudden redeployment” of the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in the state, Mutiu Agboke, fearing it could compromise the 2026 elections.

An All Progressives Congress chieftain in Osun State, Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, cautioned the African Democratic Congress leadership against spreading false stories about President Bola Tinubu.

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, and an Associate Professor from Osun State University have jointly urged Nigerians to move away from self-centeredness and focus on a spirit of service to the community.

Senator Olubiyi Fadeyi has donated N20 million to support victims of a rainstorm in Osogbo, Osun State, whose private and public properties were destroyed by the disaster.

Nigeria's ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has extended the tenure of its caretaker committees in Ekiti and Osun states, a decision ratified by the national convention to ensure administrative continuity.

An Accord Party lawmaker in Osun State, Nigeria, has backtracked on his decision and withdrawn his resignation letter ahead of the 2026 elections.

President Bola Tinubu has reportedly thrown his support behind Bola Oyebamiji for the upcoming Osun State governorship election, leaving incumbent Governor Ademola Adeleke without presidential backing.

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The Osun State Police Command has enhanced security measures for Eid celebrations, issuing a warning to parents and guardians to caution their children against any acts that could disrupt public peace.

The Osun State Police Command has arrested two customs operatives in connection with the fatal shooting of a driver along the Osogbo–Iwo Road.

Former Senator Iyiola Omisore has withdrawn his lawsuit challenging the disqualification of several aspirants ahead of the All Progressives Congress governorship primary in Osun State.

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has stated that his performance during his first term warrants a second term in office. The post I deserve a second term, says Gov. Adeleke appeared first on Vanguard News.

Tensions are escalating in Nigeria's Osun State as the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Governor Ademola Adeleke exchange accusations regarding his eligibility for re-election in the upcoming August 15 governorship poll.

Osun State University (UNIOSUN) has been granted full accreditation by the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria, allowing it to graduate medical students.

Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the final list of candidates for the August 8, 2026 governorship election in Osun State, notably excluding the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Labour Party (LP).

A new 5km access road project in Osun State has received presidential approval. The road is expected to enhance healthcare access and rural connectivity in Osun Central.

Watch Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, sing and dance as he serenades Pastor Enoch Adeboye to celebrate the cleric’s 84th birthday. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-adeleke-sings-dances-as-he-celebrates-adeboye-at-84/

As the Osun State governorship election approaches, six federal lawmakers elected on the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) platform have defected to the Accord Party, joining Governor Ademola Adeleke, who is seeking re-election under the Accord platform. The post Six Osun PDP federal lawmakers defect to Accord, party endorses Adeleke appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly and 24 other lawmakers from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have defected to the Accord Party, significantly altering the assembly's political composition.

Police in Osun State have rescued 15 victims of a human trafficking syndicate from Togo, Niger, and Benin Republic, arresting one suspect in connection with the case.

The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) aims to increase its electricity supply by 200MW through the rehabilitation of dormant hydro plants located in Oyo and Osun states.

Femi Oyetola's Ilerioluwa Development Initiative distributed Ramadan food packs to 5,000 vulnerable individuals in Osun State.