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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...

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...