Trending Stories In Osun Today
Residents of Osun woke up to a flurry of unfolding events, each shedding light on growing public sentiment and urgent socio-political concerns across the state.
From mounting civil discontent over poor infrastructure, to coordinated calls for national reform and unexpected emergency situations, the atmosphere remains tense yet resolute. In all corners of Osun, the people are voicing out—with clarity and courage.
1. We Are Apolitical, Only Want Our Road Fixed – Osun Community Counters Adeleke’s SSA Claim On Peaceful Protest
Residents of Unity Estate, Ido-Osun, have debunked allegations that their peaceful protest concerning their abandoned road was politically motivated.
The residents in a disclaimer signed by the community’s Development Association chairman, Alhaji Sheu Taofeek, the community Secretary,
Mr Ojo Gideon and the community Public Relations Officer, Engr Adio Michael, said the peaceful protest was not in any way meant to disrespect the office of the governor.
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2. Take It Back Movement to Stage June 12 Protest in Osun Over Insecurity, Economic Hardship
The Take It Back Movement has mobilised residents of Osun State for a Democracy Day protest on June 12 to demand an end to worsening insecurity and economic hardship across Nigeria.
The protest is scheduled to begin opposite the NUJ Correspondents’ Chapel near Ola-Iya Junction in Osogbo.
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3. Man Rescued Alive After Jumping Into Osun River
Panic gripped residents around the Testing Ground area of Osogbo, Osun State, on Wednesday after a man plunged into the overflown river along the East Bypass.
The yet-to-be-identified man, suspected to be mentally unstable, had reportedly wandered around the vicinity for days before taking the dive into the river shortly before noon.
An eyewitness and shop owner near the scene, Dorcas Taiwo, disclosed that she had noticed the man loitering since Saturday.
“He was behaving strangely. I shouted when I saw him heading toward the bridge. Luckily, some passers-by responded quickly and jumped in after him,” she said.
The man, who was found without clothes, was rescued alive by volunteers before the arrival of officials from the Osun State and Federal Fire Services.
Confirming the incident, the spokesperson for the Osun State Fire Service, Adekunle Ibrahim, said it was a joint response with the federal team.
“He had already been pulled out of the river before we arrived. He was left in the care of people in the community,” Ibrahim stated.
The rescued man was later laid by the roadside, with residents providing temporary assistance pending further intervention.
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.
