Trending Stories In Osun Today
Osun State, located in the South-Western region of Nigeria, is known for its rich cultural heritage, historical significance, and vibrant political landscape.
The state, with Osogbo as its capital, has been a centre of political discourse, particularly regarding governance and electoral processes.
In recent times, political activities in Osun have often sparked intense debates, with legal battles and judicial pronouncements shaping the state’s political direction. The forthcoming local government elections have once again brought governance issues to the forefront, with stakeholders expressing differing views on the legality and fairness of the process.
Amidst growing political tension, OSUN DEFENDER presents trending stories in Osun state today. Kindly read and enjoy;
1. Adeleke Warns Trouble Makers Over Controversial LG Election
Ahead of next week’s controversial local government election in Osun State, Governor Ademola Adeleke has raised the alarm over reports of a ‘sinister’ plot by elements within the opposition parties to launch vicious attacks on council secretariats across the state including orchestrated onslaught on leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and top government officials.
OSUN DEFENDER had reported the back and forth between members of the ruling party and those of the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) on the legality of the February 22, 2025 election, as well as skirmishes between both camps in the ongoing campaigns.
Continue reading@ https://ppq.087.mytemp.website/adeleke-warns-trouble-makers-over-controversial-lg-election/
2. DOWNLOAD: Certified True Copy Of Appeal Court Judgement On Osun 2022 LG Election
The Court of Appeal sitting in Akure on Monday February 10 sat and delivered judgement on a suit filed by members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State against the judgement of a Federal High Court sitting in Osogbo, which sacked Chairmen and Councillors elected in the October 15, 2022 local government election.
While members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) said the judgement meant the reinstatement of the sacked chairmen, members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC) held that the judgement did not return the ousted officials, as well as did not cancel the conduct of the forthcoming February 22 council elections in the state.
Continue reading@ https://ppq.087.mytemp.website/download-certified-true-copy-of-appeal-court-judgement-on-osun-2022-lg-election/
3. Stop Politicising Judiciary, Accept LG Verdict – Osun APC Tells Adeleke
The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has warned Governor Ademola Adeleke to desist from politicising the judiciary and respect the recent Court of Appeal ruling that reinstated local government chairmen sacked by his administration.
In a statement signed by the party’s Director of Media and Information, Mogaji Kola Olabisi, and obtained by Osun Defender on Thursday, the APC described Adeleke’s reaction to the court judgment as “a display of executive recklessness” and accused him of attempting to undermine the rule of law.
Continue reading@ https://ppq.087.mytemp.website/stop-politicising-judiciary-accept-lg-verdict-osun-apc-tells-adeleke/
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.
