Trending Stories In Osun Today
Osun State, located in the heart of South-West Nigeria, is known for its rich cultural heritage, historical significance, and vibrant political landscape.
This edition of trending Stories in Osun today shines a spotlight on the critical developments making headlines across the state.
1. How I Turned From Marxism To Islam – Aregbesola
Former Governor of Osun State and immediate past Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, has opened up on his spiritual journey, revealing how he retraced his steps from Marxist ideology back to Islam.
OSUN DEFENDER reports that he made the revelation during the 30th Anniversary Lecture of the NASRUL-LAHI-L-FATIH Society (NASFAT).
Aregbesola, a distinguished member of the Board of Trustees of NASFAT, said although he was born into a devout Muslim family with over five centuries of Islamic heritage, youthful exposure to communist and Marxist literature led him to temporarily abandon the faith of his forebears.
“I was drawn to Marxist ideology through the materials I encountered in my youth. But by the infinite mercy of Allah, three significant individuals helped revive the light of faith in my heart., he said.
Aregbesola narrated a pivotal moment during his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) days in the North, revealing how a devout Muslim played a silent but powerful role in drawing him back to Islam.
According to him, “As far as my Islam is concerned, two people came into my life. One of my colleagues we went to serve in Adamawa. He was never a maxist but he took it to me. I wouldn’t know. He would always be talking to me. He wrote to me that he would be visiting me in Kaduna and he came. But he told me that when he was coming to Kaduna, he has lost his bag, he got to me around 5:30pm and I told him to let us rush back to the motor park, and see if it was at the park you left your bag but he said i will observe bath, observe salat and eat before going to the park but I said he has lost his bag.”
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2. Two Arraigned For Assault On Police Officer In Osun
Two men were arraigned on Monday, April 29, before a State Magistrate Court sitting in Osogbo, the state capital, for allegations bordering on conspiracy and assault on a police official.
The defendants, Sikiru Morenikeji, 50 and Saheed Morenikeji, 18, had appeared before the presiding Magistrate, Dr. Olusegun Ayilara, on five counts preferred against them by the police.
The counts included conspiracy, assault, attempted murder, resisting arrest, and breach of public peace.
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3. Bricklayers Defeat Carpenters As Alayemore Coronation Artisans Football Tournament Kicks Off In Grand Style
The much-anticipated Alayemore Coronation Artisans Football Tournament commenced on Saturday with a colourful opening ceremony that drew the presence of esteemed traditional rulers, community leaders, and residents of Ido-Osun.
OSUN DEFENDER reports that the event, which took place at Ido-Osun High School field, officially began at exactly 4:30pm and was declared open by High Chief Basiru Oyewale, the Eesa of Ido-Osun Kingdom, who stood in for His Royal Majesty, Oba Olayinka Oyetunde Ishola Jokotola, Alayemore of Ido-Osun.
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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.
