In a move that blends entertainment star power with sports development, the Osun State Government has appointed Afrobeats icon, David Adeleke, better known as Davido, as the Chairman of the Osun Sports Trust Fund. The state government described the appointment as part of its wider strategy to revitalize sports...
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Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has given firm assurances that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is fully prepared for a smooth and successful National Convention scheduled for November 15 and 16. Speaking in Abuja on Monday after leading the inaugural meeting of the Accommodation Sub-Committee—where he serves as Chairman...
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has commended the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun on the steps taken so far on the recent killings in Akinlalu, even as he advocates observance of the rule of law in the investigation process. In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Mallam Olawale...
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ife Federal Constituency, Osun State, has expressed a lack of trust in Deputy Governor Kola Adewusi, accusing him of engaging in activities that undermine the party. A communiqué, signed by Adesoji Adegoke, the party’s Financial Secretary, former Deputy Speaker Ropo Oyewale, and 27 other...
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has announced plans to revitalize the Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove, promising significant improvements to enhance its appeal for the 2026 festival. Speaking at the grand finale of the 2025 Osun-Osogbo Festival on Friday, August 8, 2025, Adeleke outlined his administration’s commitment to addressing infrastructural challenges...
By OLA MODUPE, Osogbo – Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, has denied allegations that his administration lavished the state’s funds on foreign travels and training in the first half of 2025. The governor’s spokesperson, Malam Olawale Rasheed, clarified this in a statement issued to newsmen on Monday in Osogbo....
By OLA MODUPE, Osogbo – Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has categorically denied rumors of defecting to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as the August 8, 2026 governorship election approaches. In a statement released on August 1, 2025, in Osogbo by his spokesperson, Malam Rasheed Olawale, Adeleke reaffirmed his...
By OLA MODUPE, Osogbo – Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has reaffirmed his commitment to serving the people of Osun, pledging to remain undeterred by Nigeria’s ongoing challenges. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony for the Ila Township Road dualisation in Ila, Osun, on Monday, Adeleke emphasized his dedication to...
By OLA MODUPE, Osogbo- Osun chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has declared its support for Governor Ademola Adeleke’s decision amid speculation of his possible defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The governor’s spokesperson, Malam Olawale Rasheed, disclosed this in a statement issued on Saturday in Osogbo....
By OLA MODUPE, Osogbo – Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has categorically denied rumors suggesting his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). In a statement posted on his X (formerly Twitter) account on Saturday, Adeleke assured the people of Osun State and Nigeria at large that he remains...
President Bola Tinubu has called for deeper collaboration between the traditional institutions and government at all levels towards ensuring all-round development in the country. Tinubu made the call at the coronation ceremony of Oba Adesuyi Hastruup as the 41st Owa-Obokun of Ijesaland in Ilesa, Osun, on Friday. The President...
A political group, Osun Leaders of Thought (OLT), has urged Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun not to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The group said this in a statement issued by its Chief of Public Affairs, Mr Adesola Adigun, in Osogbo on Friday. It said rather than...
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has condemned the arson attack on Ilesa High Court building by yet-to-identified persons, describing the act as a criminal attack on the state judiciary. This is contained in a statement by Malam Olawale Rasheed, the spokesperson for the governor, on Monday in Osogbo. Adeleke...
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has said the government will remove from office any traditional ruler that fails to sustain peace in their community. Adeleke, in a statement by his Media Spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed on Monday, said that action would be taken against traditional rulers of Ifon and...
By OLA MODUPE, Osogbo – Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has relaxed the 24-hour curfew imposed on Ifon and Ilobu/Erin-Osun Communities, in Orolu and Irepodun Local Government Areas. Governor Adeleke announced this in a statement issued by the spokesperson, Mr Olawale Rasheed on Friday in Osogbo. He directed that...
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has directed security agencies to arrest the perpetrators of the violent communal clash that occurred in Ifon, Ilobu, and Erin-Osun communities in the state. Adeleke issued the directive during a visit to the affected communities on Monday, where he conducted an on-the-spot assessment. The...
The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) has advised Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke to recognise the chairmen of local government councils reinstated by the Court of Appeal to restore peace in the state. The APM Chairman in Osun, Mr Adewale Adebayo, gave the advise in a statement made available to...
By OLA MODUPE, Osogbo – Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has imposed a new 6.00p.m to 6.00a.m curfew on Ifon and Ilobu communities in Orolu and Irepodun Local Government Areas, respectively. The State Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Mr Kolapo Alimi, announced the governor’s directive in a statement...
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has swore in the newly elected local government chairmen and councillors in the state. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC) had announced the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidates winners of the 30 chairmanship and 332 councillorship...
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has cast his vote in the ongoing local government elections in the state. Adeleke voted at Unit 9, Sagba Abogunde Ward 2, Ede North Local Government Area at about 7:56a.m. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the governor arrived at the polling...