OSOGBO – Governor Ademola Adeleke on Tuesday officially flagged off his re-election campaign ahead of the August 15, 2026 governorship election, declaring that the Accord Party would remain on the ballot and expressing confidence that he would secure a second term in office. Addressing thousands of supporters, party leaders, defectors and various interest groups at Freedom Park, Osogbo, Adeleke described the campaign as a “divine journey to victory,” assuring party faithful that all lawful measures were being pursued to safeguard their constitutional rights to vote and be voted for. “Accord will be on the ballot; your votes will count; and I will be re-elected as your governor on August 15th,” the governor declared amid cheers from supporters. Adeleke said his administration would not succumb to what he described as “dark forces,” insisting that democracy and the rule of law must prevail in Osun State. The governor also revisited the lingering local government crisis in the state, cong...
A disturbing scene unfolded recently when an officer of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) was caught on video shoving a woman forcefully to the ground. The footage, which has since gone viral, has sparked outrage and renewed debates on the conduct of law enforcement officials, especially in sensitive immigration cases.
Eyewitnesses report that the incident occurred during an attempt by ICE agents to make an arrest. The woman, whose identity has not yet been made public, appeared to be caught in the middle of the confrontation. Rather than de-escalating the situation, one of the agents pushed her down, drawing cries of alarm from bystanders.
Critics argue that this incident is not isolated but reflects a broader culture of excessive force often associated with immigration enforcement. Human rights advocates are now demanding an immediate investigation, calling for accountability and training reforms within the agency.
Meanwhile, ICE has yet to issue an official statement regarding the incident. Legal experts suggest the video evidence could form the basis of both internal review and potential litigation.
The public response underscores a growing demand for humane treatment and respect for rights in immigration enforcement. As one observer put it, “No one deserves to be treated like that, regardless of their status. Respect and dignity must come first.”
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