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Trending Stories In Osun Today

Trending Stories In Osun Today
  • PublishedMay 24, 2025

The heartbeat of Osun continues to echo with significant developments that shape the political, cultural, and social landscapes of the state.

From monumental strides in healthcare and education to the rich traditions of monarchy that bind communities together, Osun remains a state of vibrant events and compelling narratives.

Today, our spotlight shines on a series of trending stories making headlines across the state, each carrying weighty implications for the people of Osun and beyond.

1. University Of Ilesa Gets Teaching Hospital

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has announced the formal approval of the General Hospital, Ilesa, as the Teaching Hospital for the newly established University of Ilesa.

The governor made the announcement on Friday during the coronation ceremony of Oba Adesuyi Haastrup, the new Owa Obokun Adimula of Ijesaland, held at the Owa’s Palace, Ilesa.

Continue reading@ https://osundefender.com/university-of-ilesa-gets-teaching-hospital/

2. Owa Haastrup Is An Epitome Of Loyalty – Gov Adeleke

The Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State on Friday joined royal fathers, dignitaries and the people of Ijesaland to witness the coronation of the 41st Owa Obokun Adimula, Oba Adesuyi Haastrup Ajimọkọ III.

Addressing the gathering at the colourful ceremony held in Ilesa, Governor Adeleke paid glowing tribute to the late Owa, Oba Gabriel Adekunle Aromolaran, describing him as a pillar of wisdom and a builder of modern Ijesaland.

Continue reading@ https://osundefender.com/gov-adeleke-speaks-at-owa-obokuns-coronation-recalls-political-ties-with-monarch/

3. Adeleke, Atiku, Aregbesola, Aiyedatiwa Grace Owa Obokun’s Coronation

  • As Owa Adesuyi Haastrup Takes Crown

The 41st Owa Obokun Adimula and Paramount Ruler of Ijesaland, Owa Clement Adesuyi Haastrup Ajimọkọ III was officially inaugurated on Friday, after months in seclusion.

Haastrup, who succeeds the late Owa Gabriel Adekunle Aromolaran III, who joined his ancestors last year, was crowned at the Owa’s palace, amidst pomp and pageantry.

Continue reading@ https://osundefender.com/adeleke-atiku-aregbesola-aiyedatiwa-grace-owa-obokuns-coronation/

4. Owa’s Coronation: Atiku, Sambo Visit Aregbesola In Ilesa

Ahead of the Coronation of the Owa Obokun Adimula of Ijesaland, Owa Clement Adesuyi Haastrup Ajimoko III, former vice presidents, Atiku Abubakar and Namadi Sambo on Friday morning, paid a courtesy visit to former two term governor of Osun State, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola at his country home in Ilesa.

Continue reading@ https://osundefender.com/photo-news-owas-coronation-atiku-sambo-visit-aregbesola-in-ilesa/

5. Escaped Ilesa Prison Inmate Arrested in Lagos

A 39-year-old fugitive, Kabiru Oyedun, who escaped from the Ilesa Correctional Centre in Osun State, has been arrested by the Nigerian Police Force in Lagos.

Sources told Zagazola Makama that Oyedun was apprehended on May 21 at about 5:35 p.m. in the Oshin-Welder area of Ayobo, a suburb of Lagos, following a tip-off from members of the public.

Continue reading@ https://osundefender.com/escaped-ilesa-prison-inmate-arrested-in-lagos/