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Politicspunch-ng12d ago

Nigerian Officials Warn Against Fake News Ahead of Elections

Ahead of upcoming gubernatorial elections in Ekiti and Osun states, Nigerian officials are urging the public and media to combat the spread of fake news. Governor-elect Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti warned opposition parties against disseminating false information, while the Osun REC called on the media for assistance.

ALGON Donates 30 Vehicles to Osun Security Agencies
Worldvanguard-ng26d ago

ALGON Donates 30 Vehicles to Osun Security Agencies

The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) has donated 30 operational vehicles to security agencies in Osun State. This initiative aims to enhance security operations and improve response capabilities in the region.

Osun Parties Trade Blame Over Secretariat Attack
Politicspunch-ngvanguard-ng27d ago2 sources

Osun Parties Trade Blame Over Secretariat Attack

The Accord Party and the All Progressives Congress (APC) are exchanging accusations following an attack on the Accord Party's secretariat in Osun State. The Accord Party specifically blamed the APC for what it described as a second attack on Adeleke's campaign office.

Osun Assembly Raises Concerns Over Electoral Commissioner Redeployment
Worldpunch-ngvanguard-ng2mo ago2 sources

Osun Assembly Raises Concerns Over Electoral Commissioner Redeployment

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.

Six Osun PDP federal lawmakers defect to Accord, party endorses Adeleke
Politicsvanguard-ng3mo ago

Six Osun PDP federal lawmakers defect to Accord, party endorses Adeleke

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.

Osun Accord Party Chairman Shot by Gunmen
PoliticsPremium Timespunch-ngvanguard-ng10d ago3 sources

Osun Accord Party Chairman Shot by Gunmen

The chairman of the Accord Party in Osun State, Nigeria, was shot by gunmen, prompting a police investigation. This incident also involved other individuals being shot in Osogbo.

Worldpunch-ng16d ago

Fatal Road Crash in Osun Claims Four Lives

A tragic road accident on the Ilesa-Akure expressway in Osun state resulted in the deaths of four people and injuries to ten others. The incident involved a mini-bus and another vehicle.

Osun NURTW Boss Denies Involvement in Political Violence
Politicsvanguard-ng1mo ago

Osun NURTW Boss Denies Involvement in Political Violence

Kazeem Oyewale (Asiri Eniba), the Acting Chairman of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) in Osun State, Nigeria, has publicly denied any involvement in political violence in the state. This statement comes amidst discussions about the upcoming Osun 2026 elections.

Osun 2026: APC Plans to Unseat Governor Adeleke
PoliticsPremium Times1mo ago

Osun 2026: APC Plans to Unseat Governor Adeleke

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).

Nigerian Students Protest Poor Electricity Supply in Osun State
Politicspunch-ngvanguard-ng2mo ago2 sources

Nigerian Students Protest Poor Electricity Supply in Osun State

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.

Osogbo communities urge Tinubu to address unstable power supply
Politicsvanguard-ng3mo ago

Osogbo communities urge Tinubu to address unstable power supply

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.

Osun APC Denies Anointing Candidates for 2027 Elections
Politicspunch-ng3mo ago

Osun APC Denies Anointing Candidates for 2027 Elections

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.

Osun recruits 526 teachers, successful candidates to collect appointment letters Monday
Worldvanguard-ng3mo ago

Osun recruits 526 teachers, successful candidates to collect appointment letters Monday

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.

Residents Protest Poor Power Supply in Osun
Politicspunch-ng3mo ago

Residents Protest Poor Power Supply in Osun

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.

Osun LG Vice Chairman Abducted by Gunmen
WorldPremium Timespunch-ng4d ago2 sources

Osun LG Vice Chairman Abducted by Gunmen

Gunmen have abducted the Vice Chairman of a Local Government in Osun State, Nigeria, from a border community. The incident has sparked protests from the local community.

Osun Police Dispel Banditry Arrest Allegations
Politicsvanguard-ng6d ago

Osun Police Dispel Banditry Arrest Allegations

The Commissioner of Police in Osun State, Ibrahim Gotan, has dispelled allegations of banditry suspects being arrested in Osogbo and Imesi-Ile. In a statement, the Command's spokesperson clarified that those apprehended were not bandits.

Politicspunch-ng10d ago

Osun APC Dismisses Adeleke's Claims on Missing Drones

The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has urged the public to disregard Governor Adeleke’s allegations about missing security drones purchased by former governor Oyetola, challenging him to provide proof.

Osun PDP group seeks Wike’s intervention
Politicspunch-ng3mo ago

Osun PDP group seeks Wike’s intervention

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/

I deserve a second term, says Gov. Adeleke
Politicsvanguard-ng3mo ago

I deserve a second term, says Gov. Adeleke

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.

Senate deputy minority leader dumps PDP, joins Accord
Worldpunch-ng3mo ago

Senate deputy minority leader dumps PDP, joins Accord

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/

Land Grabbing at Osun State University
Politicspunch-ng3mo ago

Land Grabbing at Osun State University

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.

Osun monarch Akire of Ikire dies at 91, LG mourns
Politicspunch-ng3mo ago

Osun monarch Akire of Ikire dies at 91, LG mourns

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 Osun Reps defect to Accord Party
Politicspunch-ng3mo ago

Six Osun Reps defect to Accord Party

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/

Pensioners laud Osun health insurance scheme
Healthpunch-ng3mo ago

Pensioners laud Osun health insurance scheme

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/