Osun 2026: APC’s Oyebamiji names Adereti running mate
In a letter dated March 4, 2026, and signed by the INEC Secretary, Rose Oriaran-Anthony, the commission forwarded the final list of candidates nominated by the 14 political parties cleared for the election. The letter, titled “Forwarding of Final List of Candidates for the 2026 Osun State Governorship Election,” stated: “The approved timetable and schedule […]
Gov Adeleke dismisses APC call for Chief of Staff’s resignation
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has rejected calls from the APC for the resignation of his Chief of Staff, Kazeem Akinleye, describing the demand as a “melancholic tantrum.” The APC alleged Akinleye’s involvement in a N13.7 billion payroll fraud controversy. Adeleke’s spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, praised Akinleye as an efficient and competent Chief of Staff, highlighting […]
Alleged payroll fraud: Osun APC asks Adeleke’s Chief of Staff to resign
The All Progressives Congress in Osun State has called on Alhaji Kazeem Akinleye, Chief of Staff to Governor Ademola Adeleke, to resign over alleged links to a N13.7 billion payroll fraud. The party said the controversy has embarrassed the state government. In a statement signed by Kola Olabisi, the APC accused Akinleye of damaging public […]
LG dispute: Gov Adeleke rejects calls for emergency rule in Osun
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has rejected calls for a state of emergency in the state, describing them as politically motivated attempts to create unrest. The governor, through his spokesperson Olawale Rasheed, said the appeals by unnamed civil society groups were linked to ongoing disputes over local government control rather than genuine security threats. The […]
Osun govt dismisses APC demand over LG funds
The Osun State Government has dismissed a demand by a group claiming to be local government vice chairmen elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), asking for an account of council funds released over the past year. The group, known as the Forum of Local Government Vice Chairmen, alleged that councils received […]
Osun LG crisis deepens as Gov Adeleke, state govt, PDP, Oyetola counter claims
The crisis over local government control in Osun State deepened on Wednesday as Governor Ademola Adeleke, the state government and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) rejected claims by the All Progressives Congress (APC) that its former council chairmen are still legally in office. The governor and the PDP insisted that the tenure of the APC […]
Christmas: Gov Adeleke urges Christians to spread God’s love
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has called on Christians to use the Christmas season to spread God’s love, peace and kindness to everyone around them. He said Christmas is not just about celebration but about showing care, forgiveness and unity in society. The governor noted that Nigeria is facing many challenges, including economic hardship and […]
Makinde worked against Adeleke, will dump PDP after 2027 – Wike’s aide, Olayinka
Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, has described Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde as a serial defector who is likely to leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) after the 2027 elections. Olayinka made the claim on social media, citing Makinde’s history of switching parties over the years. According […]
Osun 2026: APC, Adeleke trade words over Oyebamiji candidacy
The Osun 2026 governorship race has started heating up as the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Governor Ademola Adeleke’s camp trade words over the emergence of Bola Oyebamiji as the party’s candidate. The development has sparked political arguments across the state. APC leaders insist that Oyebamiji emerged through a credible and transparent process. They described […]
Accord Party clears Adeleke for Osun governorship primary
The Accord Party has officially cleared Gov. Ademola Adeleke to participate in its upcoming Osun governorship primary. Party officials confirmed the decision after reviewing all aspirants’ eligibility and documentation. This approval allows Adeleke to formally contest the primary and seek his party’s nomination for the 2026 Osun governorship election. Party leaders said the screening process […]