Osun Local News

Exit of a Giant: Ife North Local Government Mourns Death of Hon. Kayode Taiwo. Osogbo, September 13, 2025. The death has just been announced of our amiable leader and brother, Hon. Kayode Taiwo which event occured in the early hours of Saturday September 13, 2025. According to a message sent out by Deputy Speaker of Osun State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Abidemi Akinyode Oyewusi which was made available to the media, Hon. Kayode Taiwo left this sinful world for eternity after a brief illness. In his words Rt. Hon. Oyewusi wrote "I received with deep sorrow the news of the passing of Hon. Kayode Taiwo, former Caretaker Chairman of Ife North Local Government.  "His demise is a great loss, not only to his immediate family, but also to our great party and the entire Ife North community. "Hon. Taiwo was a towering figure whose selfless service and commitment to the progress of Ife North left lasting legacies. His departure has created a vacuum that will be deeply ...

Gov Adeleke Resolves Feud Within Ife PDP as Stakeholders Reunite Ahead of 2026. OSOGBO – 07/09/2025 – Osunstate.gov.ng Governor Ademola Adeleke has resolved recent family differences within the Ife Federal constituency of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), charging all stakeholders to beware of agents of division engineered by the opposition. At a high powered reconciliation meeting attended by the Deputy Governor, Prince Kola Adewusi; Deputy Senate Minority leader, Senator Lere Oyewumi; State Chairman of the party, Hon Sunday Bisi; Secretary to the State Government, Hon Teslim Igbalaye; Chief of Staff to the Governor, Hon Kazeem Akinleye; Chairman of the Commissioners’ Forum, Alhaji Ganiyu Olaoluwa and other party stalwarts, the family feud was declared fully resolved with common resolution to forget and forgive for victory next year. Governor Adeleke rounding up the meeting described the recent disagreement as a product of communication gap and deliberate efforts ...

Aare Asejere Felicitates Dr. Adekunle Akindele on His Birthday, Hails His Impact in Public Health. Osogbo, September 8, 2025. The Honourable Commissioner for Rural Development and Community Affairs, and Osun Central Senatorial hopeful, Aare Ganiyu Ayobami Olaoluwa Asejere, has extended warm felicitations to the Special Adviser to the Governor on Public Health, Dr. Adekunle Akindele, on the occasion of his birthday. Aare Asejere described Dr. Akindele as a quintessential professional whose expertise and commitment to public service have greatly contributed to the advancement of healthcare delivery in Osun State. “Dr. Akindele’s contributions to strengthening our health system are visible across the state. His dedication, proactive strategies, and people-oriented approach have ensured that healthcare in Osun is more accessible and responsive to the needs of our citizens,” Asejere said. The Commissioner further noted that beyond his official duties, Dr. Akindele has consistent...

Aare Asejere Celebrates Hon. Clement Akanni Olohunwa on his Birthday . Osogbo, September 4, 2025. The Honourable Commissioner for Rural Development and Community Affairs, and Osun Central Senatorial hopeful, Aare (Alhaji) Ganiyu Ayobami Olaoluwa Asejere, has extended his warmest felicitations to Hon. Clement Akanni Olohunwa, the Honourable Member representing Boluwaduro/Ifedayo/Ila Federal Constituency, on the joyous occasion of his birthday. Aare Asejere described Hon. Olohunwa as a patriotic leader and an exemplary lawmaker whose humility, courage, and deep commitment to public service continue to inspire many across Osun State and beyond. “He is a shining example of what true representation means. He is a man who carries the burdens of his people with grace and delivers leadership with purpose. His life of service, marked by passion and integrity, is a blessing to the people he represents and to our dear state,” Aare Asejere said. The Commissioner further praised Olohunw...

Concerned Citizens of Osun Demand the Resignation of NIWA MD/CEO, Mr. Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji, Over Rising Boat Mishaps. Osogbo, September 1, 2025. The Concerned Citizens of Osun expressed deep sorrow and grave concern over the alarming rise in boat mishaps across Nigeria's inland waterways under the leadership of Mr. Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji, the 8th Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA). Over the weekend, another tragedy struck in Sokoto State, the second in just a short period. Shockingly, six major boat accidents have already been recorded this year, leaving dozens dead and many more missing. On June 2, 2025, a canoe carrying nine passengers capsized in Shagari Local Government, Sokoto State' seven lives, including women and children, were lost, with only two survivors. Barely two weeks earlier, four passengers died in a similar mishap on the Yauri River, Kebbi State. On July 27, 2025, a boat transporting ...

Hon. George Alabi Celebrates Mrs. Kazeem Alabi on Her Golden Jubilee Birthday Anniversary. Osogbo, September 1, 2025. The Honourable Commissioner for Lands and Physical Planning, Hon. George Alabi has extended warm felicitations to Mrs. Kazeem Alabi, the US-based wife of philanthropist, Alhaji Kazeem Alabi (KAO), on the occasion of her 50th birthday today (August 31, 2025). Hon. Alabi described Mrs. Alabi as a virtuous, loyal, reliable, and dependable woman whose humility and passion for humanity stand out remarkably. I join family, friends, and well-wishers across the globe in celebrating her today and praying for God's continued blessings upon her life,” Hon. George Alabi said. Signed:  Office of Hon. George Alabi Commissioner for Lands and Physical Planning Osun State