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Governor Ademola Adeleke has appealed to the Abdulsallam-led National Peace Committee to save Osun state from impending police-induced genocide ahead of Osun governorship elections. Addressing the peace forum chaired by former Chief of Army Staff, Martins Agwai in company of Bishop Kukah and Cardinal John Onaiyekan, the governor raised alarm about systematic plot to kill, maim and incarcerate Osun Accord leaders through an unholy alliance between Osun APC thugs and the state police command. Echoing the warning against political violence by the Ooni of Ife, Imperial Majesty Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi and the electoral commission chairman, Prof Amupitan, Governor Adeleke decried current concerted push to eliminate Accord party leaders, urging “our peace leaders to stop a progression towards genocide. “I should have boycotted this peace meeting because of the violence unleashed on Osun State in the last few months, on the directive of Gboyega Oyetola. Howe...

By James Bamgbose It has been a while since I last dipped my pen into the ink of public commentary. This is not because there is nothing to write about. Far from it. Osun has never been short of events, political intrigues, governance conversations, controversies, and characters capable of keeping writers awake through the night. But sometimes, the loudest moments demand silence, not the silence of indifference, but that of careful observation. As Osun approaches the August 15 governorship election, I have chosen to watch closely, listen patiently, and examine the unfolding events deeply in our dear state. Beyond the noise of campaign rallies, the thunder of political promises and the daily exchange of accusations, there is a larger story begging to be told: the story of an administration that has governed through resistance, survived calculated political storms and continued to enjoy the affection of the people despite repeated attempts to weaken its foundation. This is th...

…Security agents to arrest anyone that violates the order.  The Osun State Security Council Meeting was held today, the meeting which was chaired by the Executive Governor of Osun State, His Exellency Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, was attended by the Police, both from the State Command and Zone 11, representatives of DSS, Army, Air Force Navy, Civil Defense, NDLEA, Immigration, Correctional Service, FRSC, NAPTIP,  WNSN -AMOTEKUN, the Deputy Governor, the COS, the Honourable Commissioner for Information and the Special Adviser on Security Matters.  After a thorough deliberation about the current security situation in Osun State and in order to bring sanity back to all the parks in the state, the Governor has directed the Police and other security agencies to put a stop to all activities of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) forthwith in all our motor parks across the state. This order is putting a stop to collection of all levies i...

● APPRECIATES MASS SUPPORT FROM OSUN PEOPLE  Governor Ademola Adeleke has knocked the Osun state All Progressive Congress (APC) as suffering from acute political depression, declaring that his administration's infrastructure projects complied with best engineering and project implementation standards under its local content policy. Reviewing the state of his re-election campaign after touring nine local governments, Governor Adeleke expressed appreciation to Osun people for their massive show of support as he commissioned projects from one corner of the state to the other while seeking re-election next month. “I have toured nine local governments. The massive show of support is astounding. Osun people appreciate our various projects from Osogbo to Iwo to Ila to Ilesa to Ile Ife. Where Osun APC failed, my administration performed and our people are testifying. “Osun APC tried to stop our state from developing. The opposition diverted o...

The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has reiterated his committed to the development of Iwo, noting that the construction of the first ever dual-carriageway in the ancient town is a manifestation of his deep love for Iwo town. Governor Adeleke said his administration has changed the story of Iwo unlike the deceit that characterised the past under his predecessors, saying that the newly constructed dual carriageway will open up Iwo for genuine development. "In the past, Iwo had suffered neglect. These great people were abandoned by many past leaders," Governor Adeleke noted, adding that "Our administration changed that story. We stopped the fake saying of 'Iwo is my second city'. We opened up this city for genuine development. "In the beginning, some people doubted our sincerity. They thought we were playing politics when we announced the dualisation project.  "Today, we prove that we truly lov...

▪️Traditional Rulers Offer Royal Blessings Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke's second-term campaign gained further momentum on Wednesday, as Odo-Otin Local Government witnessed one of the largest political gatherings of the 2026 governorship campaign. Thousands of enthusiastic supporters thronged every community visited by the Governor in a resounding show of support for his re-election bid. From Okuku, Oyan, Inisa, Asi, Ekusa, Igbaye, Ekosin, Ijabe, Agbeye, Elemosho, Elemade and Opete, residents poured onto the streets in unprecedented numbers, chanting solidarity songs and declaring their resolve to return Governor Adeleke for a second term in the August 15 governorship election. The electrifying campaign tour transformed Odo-Otin into a sea of supporters as the people openly reaffirmed their confidence in Governor Adeleke's administration. They also declared that they had rejected the APC and its governorship ca...

● Commissions Landmark Projects  Governor Ademola Adeleke today commissioned six different projects at the University of Ilesa, declaring that he has fulfilled his electoral promises on the actualisation of the University. Speaking at the university campus amidst massive welcome rally by students and staff, the governor said “within such a short period, I am proud that the University has taken its rightful place within the Nigerian university system. Our baby is growing to become an adult” The governor spoke further: “To our royal fathers and the entire Ijesa sons and daughters, I have fulfilled my pledge to make this university a reality. Your dream, our dream, is now a reality that nobody can play politics with. “From audio pronouncement by the previous administration, our government enacted a state law establishing the university, providing a framework for its governance. We secured accreditation of several courses. “With strong political will...

● 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...

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...