Osun State is no stranger to captivating events and headlines that draw attention across the state and beyond. Every day, there are stories unfolding in the political, social, and cultural spheres that shape the lives of the people and define the state’s evolving narrative.
At Osun Defender, our mission is to bring these stories to the forefront, providing accurate, timely, and engaging reporting. By diving into the heart of the state’s trending topics, we aim to inform, educate, and connect our readers to the pulse of Osun. Stay tuned as we uncover the stories shaping Osun today.
1. Osogbo Chief Imam Affirms Islamic Titles On Basiru, Raji
The Chief Imam of Osogbo, Sheikh Musa Animasahun, has affirmed the conferment of Islamic titles on Senator Ajibola Basiru and Alhaji Muniru Raji.
Senator Basiru is the National Secretary of the All Progressive Congress (APC), while Alhaji Raji is serving as Special Adviser to Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke.
Continue reading@ https://www.osundefender.com/osogbo-chief-imam-affirms-islamic-titles-on-basiru-raji/
2. Ripples In Osogbo Muslim Community Over Appointment Of Adeleke’s Aide As Asiwaju Musulumi
There is a division in the Osogbo Muslim Community over the appointment of Alhaji Muniru Raji as the Asiwaju Musulumi of Osogboland.
OSUN DEFENDER gathered that Raji’s appointment on Tuesday was greeted with mixed reactions, particularly from stakeholders in Osogbo.
Continue reading@ https://www.osundefender.com/ripples-in-osogbo-muslim-community-over-appointment-of-adelekes-aide-as-asiwaju-musulumi/
3. Osun NSCDC Arrests 24-Year-Old For Vandalizing Railway Track
Personnel of the Osun State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have arrested a 24-year-old man, Olalekan Kehinde, for allegedly vandalizing a railway track.
The suspect, a resident of Abidogun area, Ota-Efun, Osogbo, Osun State, was arrested on Monday, 18th November 2024.
Continue reading@ https://www.osundefender.com/osun-nscdc-arrest-24-year-old-for-vandalizing-railway-track/
4. Osun Govt, Labour Sign New Wage Deal
Osun State government, on Friday, said the implementation of the New National Minimum Wage of N75,554,28 for all categories of workers, including Local Government employees will take effect officially from the 1st of December, 2024.
This was as the government said an improved pension package of 25,000 across board to all pensioners in the state has also been approved.
Continue reading@ https://www.osundefender.com/osun-govt-labour-sign-new-wage-deal/
5. Osun Govt Announces Prince Jokotola Olayinka As New Olujudo of Ido-Osun
The Osun State Government has officially approved the appointment of Prince Jokotola Olayinka Tunde as the new Olujudo of Ido-Osun in Egbedore Local Government Area of the state.
In a statement on Friday by the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Oluomo Kolapo Alimi, noted that Prince Tunde’s appointment was in strict to the adherence to the provisions of the 1956 Registered Declaration, which stipulated that it was the turn of the Adenko Ruling House to occupy the stool.
Continue reading@ https://www.osundefender.com/osun-govt-announces-prince-jokotola-olayinka-as-new-olujudo-of-ido-osun/
6. Appeal Court Acquits Osun Born Doctor Of Rape
The Court of Appeal sitting in Lagos has discharged and acquitted medical Director of Optimal Cancer Care Foundation, Dr Olufemi Olaleye.
Continue reading@ https://www.osundefender.com/appeal-court-acquits-osun-born-doctor-of-rape/
7. OSPOLY, Ede Poly, Others To Shutdown As Polytechnic Lecturers Declare Strike
Osun State Polytechnic, Iree, Federal Polytechnic, Ede, and other Polytechnics in Nigeria are set to face another academic disruption as the Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) has announced a two-week warning strike, commencing on December 2, 2024.
The strike, according to ASUP, is a reaction to the Federal Government’s failure to meet its 11-point demands and address governance violations in the polytechnic system.
Continue reading@ https://www.osundefender.com/ospoly-ede-poly-others-to-shutdown-as-polytechnic-lecturers-declare-strike/
8. Uneasy Calm As NANS National Dissolves Students’ Factions In Osun
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) National Headquarters has dissolved the lingering factional crisis within the Joint Campus Council (JCC) in Osun State, a decision that has sent shockwaves through the state’s student community.
In a directive issued on Friday, NANS National President, Comrade Lucky Emonefe, expressed deep concerns over the turmoil that has engulfed the JCC structure in Osun State.
Continue reading@ https://www.osundefender.com/uneasy-calm-as-nans-national-dissolves-students-factions-in-osun/
Sodiq Lawal is a passionate and dedicated journalist with a knack for uncovering captivating stories in the bustling metropolis of Osun State and Nigeria at large. He has a versatile reporting style, covering a wide range of topics, from politics , campus, and social issues to arts and culture, seeking impact in all facets of the society.
