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● British Embassy Team to Conduct Pre-Election Monitoring The European Union Election Observer Mission is to monitor forthcoming Osun state governorship election in line with its tradition of observing and encouraging compliance with democratic norms, the Austrian Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Peter Guschelbauer has disclosed. He spoke at the Government House, Osogbo over the weekend while paying a courtesy visit to Governor Ademola Adeleke, assuring that the EU is interested in the entrenchment of democratic practices through free and fair elections. Mr Guschelbauer said the European Union hopes to see the Osun election conducted in compliance with Nigerian national electoral laws especially as the Osun polls is a prelude to Nigeria's general elections to be held in 2027. The Ambassador accompanied by the embassy's political adviser, commended the governor for instituting good governance and charged all political actors to play according to the rule in the ...

● Commends Security Agencies  Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State on the successful rescue of the pupils and teachers abducted in Oyo State, describing their unconditional release as cheering news for the nation. Governor Adeleke also praised the Nigerian Armed Forces and other security agencies for the professionalism, resilience and coordination that culminated in the safe release of the victims after weeks of painstaking operations. In a statement by his Spokesperson, Governor Adeleke said the development underscores the importance of sustained synergy among the nation's security institutions in confronting terrorism, banditry and other violent crimes. "I congratulate President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and my brother Governor Seyi Makinde on the successful rescue of the abducted pupils and teachers in Oyo State. Their safe return is a great relief to their fa...

As preparations for the forthcoming gubernatorial election gather momentum,Osun state grassroots media platform tagged “Aseyori Imole Osun” has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting the achievements and people-oriented policies of the present administration of HE Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke through a strategic media engagement,field reports and grassroot feedback. The meeting,which brought together members of the media team working together across the 30 local government including area council Modakeke;selected team members from different local governments,media members and stakeholders, focusing on efficient management of strategic information, enhancing publicity and media engagement, as well as projecting the remarkable achievements of HE Sen Ademola Adeleke’s administration across Osun State. Speaking during the engagement, the SSA to the Governor on media monitoring Comr. Samakin Abiodun AbdulJeleel (Oriwo) emphasized  on the importance of accurate, t...

Ede - 11-07-2026 The leadership and stakeholders of Adeleke General Summit (AGS) yesterday convened a strategic stakeholders' meeting in Ede, where members reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening grassroots mobilisation and intensifying the collection of Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) across all local government areas of Osun State. The meeting focused on developing practical strategies to enhance voter sensitisation, expand grassroots engagement, and coordinate campaign activities in preparation for the forthcoming governorship election in the state. Addressing the gathering, the State Coordinator of Adeleke General Summit and Chairman of Ilesa West Local Government, Hon. Diti Aluko, charged members to redouble their efforts by taking the mobilisation campaign to every ward and community across the state. He commended the  dedication and sacrifices of the various support groups since the inception of the administration of Governor Ademola Adeleke. Hon. Aluko also ap...

*Governor Adeleke Receives Re-Election Endorsement from Iree, Banik's Hometown* *● Aree of Iree Commends Township Roads, Iree-Ada Road Rehabilitation* *● Community Leaders Back Governor's Second Term* OSOGBO - 04/07/2026 - Osunstate.gov.ng Governor Ademola Adeleke has received a major political boost as the ancient town of Iree, hometown of prominent APC chieftain Adebayo Banik, formally endorsed his re-election, citing the administration's visible infrastructure projects and inclusive governance across Osun State. The endorsement came during a courtesy visit by a high-powered delegation from Iree, led by His Royal Majesty, Oba Muritala Omotayo Oyelakin, Oyekun III, the Aree of Iree. Speaking on behalf of the community, the Royal Father commended Governor Adeleke for the rehabilitation of the Iree Township Roads, including the Palace Road, as well as the Iree-Ada Road Rehabilitation, describing the projects as evidence that the governor is committed to developing every part...

The attention of the Osun Amotekun Corps has been drawn to a series of allegations made against the Corps during a recent meeting with the Inspector General of Police by certain political actors who attempted to portray the Corps as a criminal outfit and to cast doubt on its professionalism and operational integrity. Ordinarily, the Osun Amotekun Corps would not dignify politically motivated accusations with a response. However, in the interest of the public, the security of our communities, and the confidence that the people of Osun State have reposed in the Corps, it has become necessary to set the record straight. The attempt to label the Osun Amotekun Corps as a criminal organisation is not only false and malicious but also a deliberate effort to undermine one of the most effective community-based security institutions established to complement the conventional security agencies in safeguarding lives and property across Osun State. Since its establishment under the laws...