Trending Stories In Osun Today
In the ever-vibrant political and social landscape of Osun State, fresh developments continue to shape the conversations in towns and villages alike.
From the bustling city of Osogbo to the serene corners of rural communities, the people of Osun remain deeply engaged with the unfolding events that impact their lives and future.
As the 2026 governorship election draws nearer and communal peace efforts intensify, trending stories emerging from Osun today reflect the state’s dynamic spirit and the resilient will of its people.
1. 2026: Oyebamiji, Basiru’s Supporters Clash Over Controversial ‘Editorial’
Supporters of two major aspirants jostling for the ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2026 governorship election in Osun State, Senator Ajibola Basiru and Alhaji Bola Oyebamiji, on Sunday clashed on social media over a controversial ‘editorial.’
The editorial posted on the Facebook page of an online platform, ‘Osogbo Updates,’ titled “Editorial: Osun APC Cannot Afford a Lawyer Candidate Over a Financial Expert: Why Bola Oyebamiji Trumped in APC,” led to political brickbats between supporters of both camps, pointing accusing fingers at each other over the post.
OSUN DEFENDER gathered that the editorial, which made a case for Oyebamiji, the Managing Director of the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), described Basiru, the incumbent National Secretary of the APC, as a ‘talker,’ arguing that the former is better equipped to manage the state than the latter.
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2. Islamic Council Seeks To End Osun Communities’ Dispute
The Council of Islamic Preachers, in collaboration with the Office of the Osun State and National Deputy Amir of the group, has called on the people of Ifon, Ilobu and Erin Osun to embrace peace and shun any act that could lead to further bloodshed in the three communities.
This was contained in a communique issued after a communal conflict resolution dialogue attended by the Islamic leaders from the affected communities and representative of Osun State Government.
The communique obtained in Osogbo on Sunday, signed by the convener of the dialogue, Imam Abdullahi Olohunlomerue, who is the Deputy National Amir of the Council, stated that the dialogue was aimed at fostering mutual understanding.
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.
