Trending Stories In Osun Today
The ancient and culturally rich Osun State, nestled in the heart of South-Western Nigeria, continues to command national attention not just for its history and heritage, but for its unfolding developments across the social, educational, and political spheres.
From student unrest to political allegations, Osun’s news landscape remains dynamic and compelling, with fresh headlines breaking by the hour.
As a state home to revered traditional institutions and renowned academic centres, the stories that shape Osun resonate far beyond its borders.
1. ‘It Is Embarrassing’: Nigerians React As Gov. Adeleke’s UK Speech Video Goes Viral
A video showing Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke reading from a prepared speech during an investment meeting at the UK House of Commons has gone viral, sparking a flurry of mixed reactions, with many Nigerians describing the moment as “embarrassing.”
In the now widely circulated clip, the Governor is seen reading his speech from a paper in a manner that many viewers have described as uncoordinated and lacking fluency.
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2. NANS Cautions OSPOLY Students Amid Ravaging Cult Clash
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Osun State Axis has warned students of Osun State Polytechnic, Iree to be “cautious and vigilant” amid the ongoing violent cult clash between rival cult groups in the institution.
OSUN DEFENDER had earlier reported that no fewer than three persons, including individuals suspected to be students, sustained varying degrees of injuries in the early hours of Monday following a violent cult clash at the Osun State Polytechnic, Iree.
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3. Cult Clash: Normalcy Returns As OSPOLY Students Resume Lectures
Following a violent clash between rival cult groups that disrupted both academic and administrative activities in Osun State Polytechnic (OSPOLY), Iree, on Tuesday, management of the institution affirmed that the institution is safe for students and members of the institution’s staff.
Assuring parents and guardians of Students’ safety, the Registrar of OSPOLY, Mr. Abiodun Oloyede in a statement confirmed that there was a pandemonium in the institution on Tuesday, maintaining that peace and normalcy has been restored.
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4. Cult Clash: OSPOLY Declares One-Week Break, Postpones Matric Indefinitely
Following a violent clash between rival groups in the institution, the Management of Osun State Polytechnic, Iree (OSPOLY ) has declared a one-week mid-semester and postponed its matriculation ceremony for the 2024/2025 academic session.
OSUN DEFENDER had earlier reported that no fewer than three persons, including individuals suspected to be students, sustained varying degrees of injuries in the early hours of Monday following a violent cult clash at the institution.
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5. Osun LG Administration Paralysed Under Adeleke’s Govt – Banik
A former Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs under the Adegboyega Oyetola administration, Adebayo Adeleke, popularly known as Banik, has accused Governor Ademola Adeleke of crippling the local government system in Osun State.
He made the allegation on Tuesday during a media parley organised by the Osun Online Publishers Association (OOPA) in Osogbo. Themed “Digging into Politics, Governance and Dividends,” the event featured robust discussions on local governance and political accountability.
Continue reading@ https://osundefender.com/osun-lg-administration-paralysed-under-adelekes-govt-banik/
Sodiq Yusuf is a trained media practitioner and journalist with considerable years of experience in print, broadcast, and digital journalism. His interests cover a wide range of causes in politics, governance, sports, community development, and good governance.
