Every year, with vibrant parades, cultural displays, and patriotic songs, we chant “Happy Independence Day!” It’s the annual refrain of a nation that fought for freedom, a nation that emerged from the shackles of British colonialism in 1960. But beyond the celebrations, beneath the surface of the fireworks and the green-white-green flags fluttering in the […]
Defamation: “You must answer the Police summon” – Aaraj tells Gov Adeleke’s aides
Founder of Aaraj Empowerment Foundation (AEF), Engr Raji Kehinde has raised alarm over threats to his life, which he alleges are linked to a defamation petition filed against two aides of the Osun state governor. Aaraj alleged the Osun State government of threat to his life through Tunde Badmus who doubles as the Personal Assistant […]
Oyetola @70: Committee Announces Celebration Activities, Medical Outreach for Over 4,000 People
The committee organising the 70th birthday celebration of the former Osun State Governor and current Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Alhaji Adegboyega Oyetola, has announced a series of events to mark the milestone. The celebrations, set to take place next Sunday, September 29th, 2024, will include a medical outreach benefiting over 4,000 people, as […]
Osun Inaugurates New CDC Executives, Pledges to Boost Grassroots Development
The Osun State Government has formally inaugurated the newly elected executives of the Community Development Council (CDC), with Alhaji Agbajelola Salam assuming office as the Chairman. The event, held at the Government House in Òkè fia, Osogbo, was attended by top government officials, community leaders, representatives of various local government councils, and other stakeholders […]
Investing in Education, Agriculture Key to Poverty Reduction – Osun Lawmaker, Adewumi Adeyemi Irekandu
Osun State House of Assembly member, Hon. Adewumi Adeyemi Irekandu, has reiterated the critical role of strategic investments in education and agriculture in reducing poverty across the state. Speaking in an interview in Osogbo on Friday, he emphasised the importance of education in driving economic growth and self-reliance. Irekandu, who represents Obokun Constituency, outlined how […]