Trending Stories In Osun Today
The socio-political atmosphere in Osun State continues to witness fresh developments as the week unfolds, with events ranging from political realignments to security concerns and civic unrest.
From the streets of Ikire to the ancient town of Ila-Orangun, the pulse of the state beats with tension, agitation, and political commentary.
1. Thugs Attack Pasuma’s Convoy In Osun (Video)
There was panic in Ikire, a town in Irewole Local Government Area of Osun State as suspected hoodlums launched an attack on the convoy of popular Fuji musician, Alhaji Wasiu Alabi Pasuma.
OSUN DEFENDER reports that the attackers reportedly stoned and shot at Pasuma’s vehicles, including his black Hummer Jeep and a white Hilux truck, causing severe damage to the vehicles.
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2. Stop Blaming Tinubu for Defections, Ex-Osun Lawmaker Tells Opposition Parties
A former Osun State House of Assembly member, Hon. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has urged the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and other opposition parties to stop blaming President Bola Tinubu for the recent defections to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
In a statement on Sunday, Oyintiloye, who represented Obokun State Constituency on the APC platform, said the opposition should instead focus on resolving their internal party problems.
He explained that the defections are the result of ideological alignment and personal conviction, not coercion.
“The movement of members from one party to another is not unusual in a democracy. What we are witnessing is largely due to unresolved internal disputes within the opposition parties,” he said.
Oyintiloye added that while the APC’s appeal is growing, opposition parties are losing members due to internal wrangling and lack of democracy.
He called on opposition leaders to work on genuine reconciliation rather than blaming the ruling party.
“So many defectors claimed that they were sidelined, undermined, unfairly treated by their former parties, leaving them with no option but to switch to a party with a sustainable transformation agenda.
“This season of political recalibration that is leading to the growing number of Nigerian politicians defecting en masse to the ruling APC is an indication that the party has shown courage in being capable of transforming the country through the ‘Renewed Hope Agenda’ of the president.
“Mr. President has shown commitment to prioritise national development and create a more viable platform. That is winning members into the APC fold,” he said.
He predicted more defections from opposition parties, especially PDP, warning that “PDP should not blame the President or APC for its lack of cohesion.”
He also dismissed insinuations in some quarters that the wave of defections of members of the opposition parties to APC could lead to one party system.
3. Osun: Frustration Grows As Ila Orangun Suffers Months-Long Blackout
Tension is brewing in Ila-Orangun, an ancient town in Osun State, as residents, students, and business owners lament over a protracted power outage that has thrown the community into darkness for over three months.
OSUN DEFENDER reports that the blackout, which residents say began in early February, has paralysed commercial activities and crippled daily life in the town.
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4. Two Osun PDP Chieftains Dump Party
Two prominent members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun State, Hon. Gbenga Falope (Faloo) and Pastor Oyedeji Olu-Kehinde, have resigned their membership from the party, citing internal party issues and personal convictions.
OSUN DEFENDER reports that Hon. Falope, a two-term aspirant for the Osun State House of Assembly and founder of several political support groups in Obokun Local Government Area, in a letter dated 14th May, 2025, addressed to the PDP Ward 10 Chairman in Ilare Ijesa, said his decision to leave the party was borne out of longstanding dissatisfaction with the internal mechanisms of the party.
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5. Be Receptive To Correction, Stop Attacking Those Advising You – Basiru To Adeleke
- Your Position On Adeleke’s Administration Mere Crocodile Tear From A Sore Loser – PDP Replies Basiru
The National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Ajibola Basiru, has again knocked the administration of Governor Ademola, noting that it is fond of attacking those who offer useful advice.
OSUN DEFENDER reports that Basiru and Adeleke have been at loggerheads over some comments made by the former during an interview on TVC’s Breakfast Programme on Saturday.
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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.
