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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...

Governor Ademola Adeleke today hosted the Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Tunji Disu, on the recent political violence in the state, declaring that the police commissioner had become a tool of APC propaganda. Calling on the police chief to arrest any perpetrator of violence irrespective of his political affiliation, the governor asserted that the commissioner of police is deliberately spreading falsehood and urged the IGP to pick up and prosecute any lawbreaker. The police chief had told the governor that he was in the state to put an end to the political violence and warned that a stern directive had been issued for immediate clampdown on political criminals and their sponsors. The IGP warned that the police would not condone unnecessary killings, stressing that "this is an election, not a war." He said he had issued a marching order to arrest anyone responsible for violence. According to the IGP, he has received several reports of accusations and counter-accusa...

● As Governor Commissions Three Roads Projects  The Ogiyan of Ejigboland, Oba Omowonunola Oyeyode Oyesosin has openly endorsed Governor Ademola Adeleke for second term, declaring that “Ejigbo people will vote massively for the governor on August 15th” Welcoming Governor Adeleke to the commissioning of three roads at Ejigbo, the Royal Father noted that the series of projects undertaken by the state government for Ejigbo are areas of need of his people. “Mr Governor, your deliveries for us met our areas of needs. My people appreciate you. On behalf of my people, I assure you of our massive votes. “Ejigbo sons and daughters will vote massively for the governor's re-election. My Governor, the good lord will protect and grant you victory”, the monarch noted. The royal father later specifically prayed for Mr Governor's victory and protection and said a second term in office is guaranteed for the Accord gubernatorial candidate. Earlier, the candidate of Accord for Ede/Ejigbo/Egbedore ...

● Osogbo People will Reciprocate Adeleke’s Contributions -Ataoja of Osogbo  ●As Osun CAN Hosts the Governor OSOGBO - 01/07/2026 - Osunstate.gov.ng  Governor Ademola Adeleke has praised the local content policy of his administration that has delivered world class infrastructure projects and empowered Osun contractors and suppliers. The governor made the remarks while commissioning the Lameco Flyover Bridge at Osogbo on Wednesday, noting that the policy has delivered several mega projects which are now ready for inauguration and public use. “This project is not isolated. Today marks the commencement of the unveiling for public use of several mega projects initiated by our government. This is part of our administration's promise to rebuild Osun through infrastructure that touches everybody's life – roads, bridges, health, education and water.  “We implemented this and other mega projects in accordance with due process, transpar...

The Imole Campaign Council (TICC) is pleased to announce the schedule of the commissioning of a series of landmark projects executed by Governor Ademola Adeleke. The two-day event will be headlined with the commissioning of the five-span Lameco overhead bridge on Wednesday while two other critical road projects in Ejigbo will be formally launched on Thursday.  His Imperial Majesty Oba Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja, Arusa 1, the Olubadan of Ibadan land, will perform the ribbon-cutting ceremony of the Lameco's five-span overhead bridge, which will also have in attendance the Ataoja of Osogboland, HRM Oba Jimoh Adetunji Olanipekun, Larooye 11, and other critical stakeholders in Osogbo and beyond.  The five-span Lameco bridge was built to solve perennial traffic congestion along that axis, improve connectivity and stimulate economic activities in the state's capital, underscoring the Adeleke administration's sustained commitment to addressing age-lo...

Governor Ademola Adeleke today visited the family of late Ezekiel Olapade who was killed on Sunday by APC thugs in branded Ambo bus, warning that Osun is not scared of APC brigandry and violence. The governor accompanied by top government officials wept alongside the family of the victims, declaring that “Osun APC and its candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, cannot kill their way into governorship.  Expressing anguish and sorrow over a life cut shot for political reasons, the governor affirmed that Osun people cannot be cowed by gunshots and declared that “we are not afraid as we remain resolute in our re-election bid. “We are a courageous people; we cannot be silenced. We hold our heads high as we seek the support of our people. “I wonder who is behind APC strategy. You are attacking and maiming people you are seeking to govern. How is that a way to secure power? “You killed the innocents whose votes you need. They are attacking the people thi...