Osun
Osun poly student accuses lecturer of extortion, withholding result
A student at Oduduwa Polytechnic, Ile-Ife, Osun State, identified as Jesulayomi Adedini, has accused a lecturer named Ogunjana Adeolu of engaging in extortion and deliberately hindering her graduation from the institution. According to reports, Adedini completed her final National Diploma examination in the Department of Tourism and Hospitality at the Polytechnic in July 2023, with […]
Osun female varsity worker dies as container crushes car
A tragic accident unfolded on Wednesday along the Ilesa/Ibodi Expressway in Osun State, claiming the life of a female staff member from the University of Ilesa. The precise identity of the victim remains undisclosed at this time. The incident occurred when a truck transporting a container filled with cashew nuts lost control, causing the container […]
Amotekun arrests man for using charm to kidnap woman in Osun
A 35-year-old man identified as Babalola Abayomi Timothy has been apprehended for allegedly kidnapping a married woman using supernatural means. Babalola was detained by the Osun Amotekun Corps operatives on Monday, April 1, 2024, for abducting 35-year-old Sofiyat in Ode-Omu using a magical ring. Brigadier General Bashir Adewinmbi (rtd), the Commander of Osun Amotekun Corps, […]
One dead, 600 displaced in Osun rainstorm- NEMA
A devastating rainstorm has claimed the life of one individual and displaced approximately 600 people in the Iloko community, situated in the Oriade Local Government Area of Osun State. Reports indicate that in March, residents and traders of Iloko-Ijesa suffered significant losses, amounting to millions of naira, due to heavy rainfall that wreaked havoc and […]
FG should engage monarchs for palliatives distribution — Oluwo
On Monday, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, the Oluwo of Iwo, generously distributed grains to elderly and vulnerable individuals within his domain, emphasizing the importance of involving traditional rulers in delivering palliatives to impoverished Nigerians. During his visit to various compounds in Iwo, including the Molaasan Royal Compound, he personally distributed 5kg bags of rice and cash […]
Pro-Aregbesola group, Oyetola’s spokesman clash over alleged threat to ex-minister’s life
The Omoluabi Progressives Caucus of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has raised alarm over alleged threats to the life of former Minister of Interior, Mr. Rauf Aregbesola. Established in August 2023 in Ilesa, Osun State, with Aregbesola as its grand patron, the group claims that Aregbesola’s safety is at risk due to […]
Osun to commence planting of 100,000 trees in April
The Osun State Government Initiates Planting of 100,000 Trees to Combat Climate ChangeOsun State’s Commissioner for Environment and Sanitation, Mayowa Adejoorin, announced plans to plant over 100,000 trees to address climate change challenges. Governor Ademola Adeleke endorsed the initiative, aiming to plant seedlings in the forest reserve. Adejoorin emphasized the alignment of the afforestation program […]
Osun Government to Reintroduce Monthly Sanitation Exercise, Marshals
Osun State Government has reintroduced monthly environmental sanitation in the state as part of efforts to rid the state of dirty environment and indiscriminate dumping of refuse. The government also introduced environmental Marshals that will be in charge of the street cleaning across the 30 local government, including area office. Speaking with newsmen in Osogbo, […]
Osun Health Facilities Upgrade: Government Warns Mischief Makers
Osun State government has advised members of the public to be wary of some unscrupulous elements brandishing old pictures of the state of some healthcare centers, ostensibly to distract attention from the ongoing rehabilitation of health facilities in the state, describing the mischief makers as shameless lame ducks with no traceable records of positive impacts […]
Osun Water Corporation Board Chairman Hails Dr Deji Adeleke at 67
Osun Water Corporation Board Chairman, Hon Samuel Oyedotun has felicitated with Dr Deji Adeleke, Chairman, Pacific Holdings and the elder brother of Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke. Oyedotun in a statement made available to newsmen on Wednesday in Osogbo, the Osun state capital noted that Dr Adeleke’s contributions to national development as well as […]