Trending Stories In Osun Today
Osun State, known as the ‘Land of Virtue,’ is rich in culture, tradition, and history. Home to the sacred Osun-Osogbo Grove, the state boasts a heritage deeply rooted in Yoruba civilisation.
Apart from its historical significance, Osun is also a hub of political, economic, and social activities, making it a focal point for news and developments in the South-West region of Nigeria.
Today, Osun finds itself in the headlines for a mix of security, governance, and traditional affairs. These events continue to shape the discourse in Osun today.
1. Osun NSCDC Arrests Teacher, One Other For Alleged Rape, Child Molestation
A 22-year-old school teacher, Ahmadan Akorede, has been remanded in Ilesa correctional center for allegedly molesting a seven-year-old female pupil.
Akorede was remanded by a Magistrate court sitting in Ilesa on Wednesday, March 26, 2025.
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2. Osun APC Chieftain Urges Pension Scheme Reform
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress in Osun State, Mr Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has urged President Bola Tinubu to step in and alleviate the stress faced by retirees on the Contributory Pension scheme before they receive their retirement benefits.
Oyintiloye, in a statement obtained in Osogbo on Tuesday, identified delayed or non-payment of pension, inadequate funding, and corruption within the pension scheme as some of the factors causing hardship and financial stress for the pensioners.
3. Ooni: Caution Oluwo Against ‘Unpleasant’ Remarks, Ekiti Monarch Tells Osun Govt
The Onikoyi of Ikoyi-Ekiti, Ikole Local Government Area of Ekiti State, Oba Akinwande Ogundana, has appealed to the Osun State government and other stakeholders to caution the Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Rasheed Adewale, against making unpleasant and derogatory statements.
The traditional ruler, in a statement by his principal secretary, Prince Fagbewesa Oluwole, on Tuesday, said the activities of Oba Adewale in recent times constituted a threat to the peaceful coexistence of the people in the region.
Onikoyi added that Oluwo’s recent remarks against the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, were condemnable, noting that the Ooni’s stool should be respected by all, including other traditional rulers.
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.
