Trending Stories In Osun Today
From the ever-bustling streets of Osogbo to the remote corners of the state, Osun continues to churn out headlines that stir both public discourse and political waves.
OSUN DEFENDER’s “Trending Stories In Osun Today” brings you the most talked-about happenings across governance, crime, politics, and public welfare.
As the heartbeat of the Yoruba, Osun State never falls short of drama, debate and developments that shape not just the region, but the nation at large. The state has again found itself in the eye of multiple storms—from courtroom politics to the failings of municipal governance.
1. CBN Rejects Osun APC Yes/No Chairmen’s Request For Federal Allocation
The Central Bank of Nigeria has rejected the appeal by the reinstated APC Yes/No Chairmen to be recognised as the authentic council representatives in Osun State and the federal allocation released to them.
OSUN DEFENDER gathered that the reinstated APC chairmen had written a letter to the CBN requesting the recognition and payment of federal allocations to them.
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2. Osun Police Apprehends 8-Man Motorcycle Stealing Syndicate
The Osun State Police Command has arrested eight suspected members of a notorious motorcycle theft syndicate operating within and outside Osogbo.
According to a press release issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abiodun Ojelabi, the arrests were made on April 11, 2025, by operatives attached to the Commissioner yeezy resale price dropped by trump meme – SchaferandweinerShops Italy – Black T – shirt with logo ADIDAS Originals of Police’s Monitoring Unit.
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3. Adeleke’s Appointee, Laide Bakare Fights Dirty In Public (Video)
In what many have described as a public embarrassment unbecoming of her status as a political appointee, Laide Bakare, a Nollywood actress and serving Senior Special Assistant on Entertainment, Art, Culture and Tourism, to Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, was seen engaging in a heated exchange with fellow actress, Eniola Badmus, at a public event in Lagos.
The incident occurred on Sunday, 13th April, 2025, at the premiere of Eniola Ajao’s much-anticipated movie, Owanbe Thieves, held at Filmhouse Circle Mall, Jakande.
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4. LG Control: APC, PDP In War Of Words As Opposition Accuses Adeleke Of Plotting Chaos, Plan to Deploy Thugs, Cultists
The battle for control of local governments in Osun State took a dramatic turn on Monday, as the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) and the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) traded fierce accusations over the legality and authority of council leadership across the state.
In a press statement signed by its chairman, Sooko Tajudeen Lawal, the APC accused Governor Ademola Adeleke of “perfecting an arrangement to plunge the state into monumental chaos” by refusing to comply with the February 10 Court of Appeal judgment barron trump height tall nikes melania donald trump that reinstated the sacked APC local government council chairmen and councillors.
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5. Refuse, Dirt Take Over Osun Roads As Residents Blame Govt (Photos, Video)
Heaps of refuse now adorn major roads across Osogbo, the Osun State capital, with residents lamenting the worsening sanitary condition and the glaring inaction of the state government despite repeated outcries.
From Estate Junction through Technical to Lead Junction, commuters and residents are greeted daily by mounds of dirt emitting stench, attracting flies and rodents, and obstructing pedestrian walkways.
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6. Oyetola Appoints Dr. Akinola As Adviser, Media And Communications
The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola appointed Dr. Bolaji Akinola as his Adviser on Media and Communications.
In his capacity as Media and Communications Adviser, Dr. Akinola will be responsible for shaping and managing media relations, guiding communication strategies, and ensuring effective dissemination of information regarding the Ministry’s policies, programmes, and initiatives aimed at harnessing the potentials of Nigeria’s vast marine resources. His wealth of experience is expected to significantly enhance the Ministry’s engagement with stakeholders, the media, and the general public.
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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.
