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The Grassroots Media Team, popularly known as Aseyori Imole Osun, on Saturday held its 6th edition of its conference, hosting the Osun State Commissioner for Information, Oluomo Kolapo Alimi, who commended the group’s  commitment to promoting government activities and countering misinformation. Speaking at the conference, Alimi described members of the media team as “soldiers in the battlefield,” recognizing their strategic role in the digital information space. He praised their consistent online engagement, noting that their efforts have significantly helped in demystifying opposition narratives and keeping the public well informed. According to the Commissioner, the importance of social media in modern governance cannot be overstated. He emphasized that platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), and TikTok have become indispensable tools for information dissemination. Alimi further remarked that despite what he described as a “stubborn op...

By Sarafa Ibrahim In 1993, Osun did the unthinkable. It was only two years after it was carved out of Oyo state yet, it was able to raise hopes for the future. That was what the decision to incorporate a financial company, the Osun Building Society Limited, clearly portrayed. The company was established to provide mortgage banking services, mortgage financing, real estate construction financing and general financial services. It was a bold and futuristic step, and interestingly, was taken under the administration of the first Executive Governor of Osun State, late Senator Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke. That kick-started a journey that not just spotlight the financial identity for Osun state but also a strategic investments for the benefits of all.  But all of that is gone now and the reason for this is in a 2019 deal that put the controlling shares of the state in the financial company in jeopardy. The administration of Gboyega Oyetola sold-off a significant amount of shares ...

By Comrade Samakin Abdul-Jeleel Abiodun Osun State stands at a defining moment in its political journey. For the first time in our history, we have a rare opportunity to strengthen democracy by making a bold and conscious choice; one that reflects our political awareness, courage, and commitment to progress. The Accord Party has never governed Osun State. Yet, this is not a limitation, it is an opportunity. An opportunity for the people of Osun to prove that democracy is not about routine, but about choice; not about pressure, but about conviction. We are a people who are enlightened, politically conscious, and unafraid to chart a new course when necessary. As the 2026 governorship election approaches, one truth remains clear: the power belongs to the people. Osun voters are not ignorant, neither are they easily swayed. We are informed, we are observant, and we understand what good governance looks like. We have seen different administrations; AD, PDP, ACN, and APC; and we ...

●Prince Tijani Feyi Ademola as Aladodo of Adodo in Atakumosa East LG,  ●Prince (Dr) Jacob Adetayo Haastrup as Olumobi of Imobi - ijesa, Atakumosa East LG. ●The elevation of new Obas from Ile Ife, Osogbo and Ijesha traditional councils. Osogbo - 27/03/2026 - Osunstate.gov.ng  The Osun state government has approved the appointment of Prince Tajudeen Olanrewaju as the new Akire of Ikire following the demise of  Oba Olatunde Falabi, Lambeloye III on 27th February, 2026.  At a State Executive Council meeting held today at Osogbo, the council presided over by Governor Ademola Adeleke, deliberated on the detailed memo submitted by the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs and approved the recommendations in line with extant laws and terms of settlement agreed to by the five Ruling Houses. It is pertinent to mention that the stool of Akire of Ikire generated crisis in the year 2021 over the Supreme Court Judgment of 2014 which affirmed that Lambelo...

Hon Adesina Rabiu (ARA) who defected to All Progressives Congress(APC) today was more of a liability and embarrassment to the Accord than an asset, the forum of elders and leaders of Iwo Accord has disclosed. The party while responding to the defection of Hon Rabiu said the lawmaker had constituted serious nuisance and disappointments to his constituents from 2022 to date, noting that the party had refrained from acting against the lawmaker because of the intervention of some elders. “When he was invited to the Government House a few days ago, we knew he wouldn't stay any longer because his request for a second term ticket is a direct violation of the zoning formula operating within the Iwo state constituency. Aside from his abysmal performance which has made the party a laughing stock among Iwo people, Accord cannot violate the zoning formula which confirmed that Isale Oba is the next region to produce a state lawmaker. The defector was a beneficiary of the zoning form...

By Blessing Adegbite In a significant political shift in Osun State, at the early hours of Wednesday, 25th of March, the Accord Party recorded a major boost as over five hundred members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Iree, Boripe Local Government officially defected to the party in support of Governor Ademola Adeleke’s re-election bid. The defection event took place at the Osun State Accord Party Secretariat in Ogooluwa, Osogbo, amid high enthusiasm and strengthened political momentum. The defectors were led by prominent grassroots leaders, including Hon. Akinpelu Kehinde; former APC Ward 10 Chairman, Iree, Hon. Oyedeji Sunday (Evang), a local executive member and Ward 10 leader, alongside other key stakeholders such as Akeem Olaniyi (Assistant Secretary), Mr. Faleye M., Mr. Osinwole Ibrahim, Mr. Ayinde Jimoh, Mr. Ganiyu Afolabi, Mr. Afolabi Kehinde, Mr. Oguwole Isiaka (Ex-Officio), Mrs. Bolanle Salami (Women Secret...