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Nigeria: Adeleke Criticizes Osun APC, Says Government Might Ideal Good Governance, Not Poll Rigging

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke criticized the Osun APC for threats to use federal power to disrupt upcoming elections, emphasizing governance over election rigging.

Mar 16 β€’ 04:53 UTC
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Osun APC accuses Adeleke of planning secret loan, gov dismisses claim

The All Progressives Congress in Osun State accused Governor Adeleke of planning to secretly take out a loan of N300 billion using local government areas as collateral, a claim that the governor has dismissed.

Mar 10 β€’ 18:00 UTC
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Adeleke mourns Onigbinde, condoles Modakeke community

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke expressed his condolences over the death of former Super Eagles coach Adegboye Onigbinde, recognizing his significant contributions to Nigerian football.

Mar 10 β€’ 14:26 UTC
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VIDEO: Adeleke sings, dances as he celebrates Adeboye at 84

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke celebrated Pastor Enoch Adeboye's 84th birthday with singing and dancing during a recent courtesy visit.

Mar 3 β€’ 10:14 UTC
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National & Local

Osun PDP leaders clash over Adeleke’s re-election support

The Osun State chapter of the PDP is facing internal conflict as party leaders issue opposing directives regarding support for Governor Ademola Adeleke’s re-election.

Mar 3 β€’ 00:15 UTC
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Osun PDP factions disagree on Adeleke’s reelection bid

Factions within the Osun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party are in conflict over support for Governor Ademola Adeleke's reelection bid.

Mar 2 β€’ 17:30 UTC
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National & Local

Six Osun Reps defect to Accord Party

Six members of the House of Representatives from Osun State have defected from the PDP to the Accord Party, predicting a significant victory for Governor Ademola Adeleke in the upcoming election.

Mar 2 β€’ 15:43 UTC
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National & Local

Ekiti monarch seeks global recognition of Ogun festival

The Onire of Ire Ekiti, Oba Adeleke Bobade, is advocating for global recognition of the Ogun Onire Festival to enhance tourism and economic benefits for the community.

Feb 28 β€’ 14:45 UTC
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National & Local

Osun speaker, 24 lawmakers join Adeleke’s Accord Party

The Speaker of Osun State House, Adewale Egbedun, along with 24 lawmakers, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the Accord Party in Nigeria.

Feb 28 β€’ 00:00 UTC
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National & Local

Phone threats controversy: Osun APC demands Adeleke CoS’s resignation

The Osun State All Progressives Congress is calling for the resignation of the Chief of Staff to the governor, Kazeem Akinleye, over alleged threats made against a payroll audit consultant amid disputes over a staff audit report.

Feb 27 β€’ 19:30 UTC
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Pensioners praise Osun health insurance scheme

Pensioners in Osun State commend the health insurance scheme initiated by Governor Ademola Adeleke, noting significant benefits in reducing mortality and financial burdens.

Feb 26 β€’ 00:30 UTC
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Payroll: Adeleke’s aide threatens suit over alleged illegal call recording

A spokesperson for the Osun State Governor threatens legal action against a consultant for allegedly recording and distributing a private conversation of the governor's Chief of Staff without permission.

Feb 25 β€’ 19:59 UTC
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National & Local

F1 champ Jenson Button takes on supermarket cashiers in high-speed scanning race

Jenson Button faced off against supermarket cashiers in a speed scanning challenge, ultimately losing to Rofiat Adeleke who won the Doritos Scan Grand Prix.

Feb 23 β€’ 12:13 UTC
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Nigerian forced a woman to take an abortion pill: He was sentenced to nine years in prison

Adeleke Adelani, a Nigerian man, was sentenced to nine years in prison in Ireland for forcing a woman to take an abortion pill, ending her pregnancy.

Feb 21 β€’ 11:30 UTC
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Osun APC demands investigation into Adeleke's N13 billion payroll fraud

The Osun State chapter of the APC is calling for an investigation into an alleged N13 billion payroll fraud involving the state government and a consulting firm.

Feb 20 β€’ 22:04 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Ireland-based Nigerian jailed for nine years after forcing ex-girlfriend to take abortion pills

Adeleke Adelani, a Nigerian man living in Ireland, has been sentenced to nine years in prison for forcing his ex-girlfriend to take abortion pills against her will.

Feb 20 β€’ 20:27 UTC
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National & Local

Osun governor: INEC unveils details of candidates as Adeleke retains deputy

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke will keep his current deputy as his running mate for the upcoming governorship election, while the Independent National Electoral Commission reveals details of other candidates.

Feb 16 β€’ 20:51 UTC
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National & Local

Osun PDP NASS, state lawmakers reject caretaker committee, back Adeleke

Osun State lawmakers from the PDP have publicly rejected the caretaker committee led by Tunde Tijani and expressed their support for Governor Adeleke ahead of the 2026 governorship election.

Feb 15 β€’ 19:26 UTC
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Osun 2026: PDP state, federal lawmakers endorse Adeleke

Ahead of the governorship elections in Osun State, legislators from the PDP have endorsed Governor Ademola Adeleke, who has defected to the Accord Party for his re-election campaign.

Feb 15 β€’ 13:44 UTC
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PDP not dead, Oyinlola rallies Osun supporters after Adeleke’s exit

Former Governor Olagunsoye Oyinlola reassures Osun State supporters that the Peoples Democratic Party remains strong despite the defection of Governor Ademola Adeleke to the Accord Party.

Feb 12 β€’ 16:54 UTC
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Adeleke’s ongoing projects saved Ife from embarrassment – Ooni’s chief

The Obalufe of Ile-Ife praises Governor Adeleke for infrastructure projects that enhance cultural heritage and improve access in the town.

Feb 12 β€’ 04:07 UTC
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Adeleke assures foreign miners of security in Osun

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke promotes the state's mineral resources and secure investment opportunities for local and foreign miners at a recent event in South Africa.

Feb 12 β€’ 02:50 UTC
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Adeleke woos global investors to Osun’s solid mineral sector

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, promotes investment in the state's solid mineral sector at the Mining Indaba in Cape Town, South Africa.

Feb 11 β€’ 19:14 UTC
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Tax Acts: Adeleke promises fair, pro-business reforms in Osun

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has pledged that his administration will implement reforms related to the New Tax Acts to benefit residents and businesses in the state.

Feb 10 β€’ 18:24 UTC
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Adeleke hails Oyinlola as patriotic democrat at 75

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State praises former Governor Olagunsoye Oyinlola as a 'patriotic democrat' and recognizes his significant contributions to the state's development on his 75th birthday.

Feb 9 β€’ 14:54 UTC
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Adeleke pledges major road project in Osun community

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has announced plans to dualise a major road to enhance economic growth in the region.

Feb 9 β€’ 00:32 UTC
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Adeleke’s aide, Osun APC bicker over planned pensioners’ protest

The Osun APC accuses the state government of plotting to manipulate pensioners into protesting against APC local government officials.

Feb 8 β€’ 15:00 UTC
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Osun LG crisis: Adeleke slams CSO’s call for emergency rule

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State rejects a call from civil society organizations for a state of emergency due to the ongoing political crisis over local government control.

Feb 7 β€’ 17:16 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Unseal Osun Amotekun office to prevent Kwara spillover, Adeleke urges police

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has called on police to lift the ban on Amotekun Corps operations to prevent the spillover of rising banditry and kidnapping from neighboring Kwara State.

Feb 6 β€’ 19:57 UTC
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Educated citizens guarantee good governance – Adeleke

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke emphasized the importance of an educated populace in ensuring good governance during the inauguration of Minaret University.

Feb 5 β€’ 19:34 UTC
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Osun gov, Sultan, Ooni to unveil faith-based varsity

The Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, along with other dignitaries, will participate in the inauguration of the first Vice Chancellor of Minaret University in Ikirun, Osun State.

Feb 4 β€’ 20:28 UTC
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Adeleke hails Ex-gov Oyinlola at 75

Osun State Governor Senator Ademola Adeleke congratulated former Governor Prince Olagunsoye Oyinlola on his 75th birthday, recognizing his significant contributions to the state's political history.

Feb 3 β€’ 15:43 UTC
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Life & Tech

PHOTOS: Adeleke encourages nephew Davido after Grammy loss

Nigerian Governor Ademola Adeleke has expressed support for his nephew, music star Davido, after his loss at the 2026 Grammy Awards, encouraging him to stay positive.

Feb 2 β€’ 20:50 UTC

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