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Opinion: 7 ways Festus Adedayo erred in his criticism of education in Osun state
by abiodun KOMOLAFE Festus Adedayo’s article entitled ‘WAEC Results: Of Awo’s Mud Houses and Governor’s Model Greed’ (Sunday Tribune, August 20, 2017) refers. Let me start by congratulating Adedayo for…
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Opinion: The politicisation of pension in Osun
by abiodun KOMOLAFE “The world is full of magic things, patiently waiting for our senses to grow sharper.” The quote above, by W.B. Yeats, perfectly echoed my own…
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Opinion: Why do people want Gov Aregbesola’s head on a pike?
By Abiodun KOMOLAFE Osun West Senatorial bye-election has come and gone, not unexpectedly, with its twists and turns; sounds and bites. Victors have since July 8, 2017 been counting their…
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Opinion: Osun, UNICEF and social protection
by Abiodun KOMOLAFE Conscious of the State of Osun’s leading roles in the enhancement of livelihoods and a life of dignity among Nigerians, the United Nations International Children’s Education Fund…
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Police reportedly foil attempt by man who wanted to imitate billionaire kidnapper, Evans
The police in Ogun State have foiled the attempt of Mukaila Alatunse, to kidnap his neighbour, Precious Ogundiran. According to Punch, Alatunse discussed his plan to abduct Ogundiran with a vigilante…
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INEC issues Certificate of Return to Adeleke
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has Tuesday presented a Certificate Of Return to the Senator-Elect, Osun West Senatorial District, Otunba Ademola Adeleke. [Read Also:] My victory, new dawn in…
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Osun pensioners storm the state secretariat over unpaid arrears
In continuation of their protest to press home demand for payment of their pension arrears and gratuities, the Osun State pensioners on Friday stormed the State Secretariat and locked out workers.…
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Opinion: “The genesis of LAUTECH crisis” | 5 takeaways from this Abuja facts article
Last month, the students of LAUTECH published an obituary of their Vice Chancellor, Professor Sulaiman Gbadegeshin,as a form of protest action over the lingering strike action in the school. This…
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‘I’m an Alfa and a herbalist’ – Man caught with human head confesses
Rasheed Ajibade who was caught with a fresh female head in Osun State, has confessed that he planned to use the head and other body parts of victims for money…
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Aregbesola inaugurates cabinet after two years in office
The governor of Osun state, Rauf Aregbesola, has sworn in his cabinet, with less than two years left in his tenure. Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony which took place at…
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Drug overdose killed Adeleke not poison – Coroner
The coroner inquest set up to probe the death of Isiaka Adeleke, has ruled that late lawmaker died as result of drug overdose administered by an unqualified nurse. The coroner,…
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Tribute: Giant strides of the ‘Ajele’ Aregbesola at 60!
by abiodun KOMOLAFE Two major factors influenced my decision to support Rauf Aregbesola, especially, in his reelection bid as governor of the State of Osun in 2014 and I think they are…
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Opinion: Who killed Serubawon, Isiaka Adeleke?
by abiodun KOMOLAFE “This thing of being a hero, about the main thing, is to know when to die. Prolonged death has ruined more men than it ever made.” -…
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Pedestrian bridge collapses in Osun (PHOTOS)
A pedestrian bridge in Ikire, Osun State, has collapsed at about 7pm on Tuesday, May 23. A Facebook user, Rasaq Adeshola Adeshina, who shared the pictures, confirmed that no lives…
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Osun to investigate death of Sen. Isiaka Adeleke
by Azeez Adeniyi Osun State Governor, Rauf Aregbesola, has said the state government will set up a panel to probe the cause of the sudden death of Senator Isiaka Adeleke.…
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Entertainment Roundup: Migos disrespected Nigerians in one interview and they’re taking a major L, Davido strikes Osun out of 2017 tour list | More stories
Here are the top stories from yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept - and are still buzzing on today's Entertainment Roundup. Davido's strikes Osun state out of…
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Union Bank unveils over 100 state-of-the-art branches
Union Bank, Nigeria’s longest-standing and innovative bank, has launched over 100 state-of-the-art branches across Nigeria. This comes as the bank celebrates its 100-year anniversary, while also reaffirming its commitment towards…
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Ife crisis: Afenifere asks police to return suspects to Osun
The pan Yoruba Socio-political group, Afenifere has asked the police to return suspects arrested for the clash between Hausa traders and Yoruba indigenes to Osun state where the incident happened.…
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Opinion: In defence of Aregbesola and the state of Osun
by Azeez Olaitan One of the reasons conservative party won the UK election in 2010 was their relentless attack against the then Labour Government on the national debt. They labeled…
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Opinion: Re | Odds Aregbesola must surmount
by Abiodun KOMOLAFE and Kunle Owolabi The season of politics and politicking is nigh, no doubt! This is particularly so of the State of Osun where the tenure of the…
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Opinion: The succession battle in Osun
by Abiodun KOMOLAFE Let me start by declaring that, no matter the difficulties encountered on Osun State's journey to greatness, I'm of the tribe of Caleb; a harbinger of good…
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The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversations today
These are the top five stories that drove conversations today. MINISTERS, OTHERS REJOICE WITH OSINBAJO ON HIS 60TH BIRTHDAY Members of the Federal Executive Council on Wednesday felicitated with the…
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Yoruba, Hausa traders clash leaves 5 dead in Ile-Ife
by Azeez Adeniyi A clash between Yoruba and Hausa traders in Sabo area of Ile-Ife, Osun State has left at least five people dead, TheCable reports. A resident said the…
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Opinion: Aregbesola has a special place in history
by Abiodun KOMOLAFE "Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful." - Albert…
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Where is Opon Imo?
The Osun State Government has not always been known for owing salaries and involved in University shut-downs. There was a time in the not-too-distant past that the State under the…
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Gov. Aregbesola commissions newly constructed council secretariat
Governor of Osun State, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, on Wednesday said his government decided to establish new Local Council Development Areas in order to consolidate on the efforts of the late…
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Opinion: Understanding Osun workers’ salary issues
By Abiodun KOMOLAFE In deference to the dictates of the Holy Book, it is not my practice to jump into issues, especially, when they are laced with politics. However, turning…
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Oba Adeoye withdraws fraud case against Oluwo
The Oluwo of Iwo Oke, Oba Kadiri Adeoye has withdrawn the case he instituted against the Oluwo of Iwoland, Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi, Punch reports. Oba Adeoye has dragged the Oluwo…
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The Thread: The Osun New Media assistant came on Twitter to invite trouble this morning
The political class in Nigeria is an entitled bunch. They expect our gratitude for building roads, paying salaries, and everything else we put them in that office to undertake. This…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy