Trending Stories In Osun Today
Political tension and governance issues continue to dominate headlines across Osun State, as key developments stir public discourse ahead of the 2026 governorship election.
From intra-party tussles to governance challenges, the state remains a hotspot of unfolding events that demand citizens’ attention.
1. 2026: You’re Abandoned By Members Of Your Party, Blind To Our Administration Success – Adeleke’s Spokesperson Mocks Basiru
Olawale Rasheed, the spokesperson to Governor Ademola Adeleke, has described the National Secretary of All Progressive Congress (APC), Ajibola Basiru, as an abandoned politician seeking relevance.
Rasheed said Basiru, who is aspiring to clinch the governorship ticket of the APC to contest next year’s gubernatorial election against Adeleke, has already been ditched by members of his party.
Continue reading@ https://osundefender.com/2026-youre-abandoned-by-members-of-your-party-blind-to-our-administrations-success-adelekes-spokesperson-mocks-basiru/
2. Stop Lies, You Left PDP In 2010 – Osun PDP Tells Oyinlola’s Ex-Aide
The Peoples Democratic Party in Atakunmosa West Local Government Area of Osun State has berated a former Special Adviser on Budget Matters during the administration of ex-Governor Olagunsoye Oyinlola, Mr Gbenga Abiola, over what it described as a false and stage-managed defection to the All Progressives Congress.
The party, in a statement signed by its Atakunmosa West chairman, Elder Farodoye Olubunmi, on Saturday, said Abiola ceased to be a member of the PDP as far back as 2010 and had since aligned himself with the defunct Action Congress of Nigeria, which later became the APC.
Continue reading@ https://osundefender.com/stop-lying-you-left-pdp-in-2010-osun-pdp-tells-oyinlolas-ex-aide/
3. Adeleke Directs Remedial Action On Road Washed Off By Rain After It Was Tarred
Governor Ademola Adeleke has directed remedial action on a road in Aduragbemi Community, Ido-Osun, which got washed off a day after it was tarred.
OSUN DEFENDER reports that residents of the community on Friday protested the situation, blaming the contractor for doing a shoddy job.
Continue reading@ https://osundefender.com/adeleke-directs-remedial-action-on-road-washed-off-by-rain-days-after-asphalt-laying/
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.
