Oriontimes News Desk| April 14, 20246 With just 11 days left, anticipation is building across Osun State as the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Osun State Chapter, intensifies preparations for the highly anticipated Youth in Governance Conference 2026. The countdown is no longer gradual, it is accelerating. Stakeholders, young leaders, and aspiring changemakers are being urged to seize the moment as registration remains open but limited. Organizers describe the conference as more than just a gathering. It is a platform where ideas are expected to evolve into tangible action, where emerging voices will be amplified, and where the future of governance in Osun and beyond will be actively shaped. “This is where conversations turn into action, where young leaders step forward, and where the future is not merely discussed but decided,” a statement from the council emphasized. The event is scheduled to hold on April 25, 2026, at 9:00 AM, at the Osogbo Grammar School Conference ...
Olowu of Kuta, Teslim Igbalaye, Abokede, Aregbesola, Ambo, K-Rad, Omo-Oloore, Others to Grace Osun Digital Media Week 2025
Preparations for the 2025 edition of the Osun Digital Media Week are gaining significant momentum as prominent traditional rulers, government officials, media stakeholders, and influential personalities have confirmed participation in what has been described as the biggest digital media convergence in the state.
The event, organised by the Osun Online Publishers Association (OOPA), is scheduled to bring together thought leaders and innovators across media, governance, technology, and civic engagement.
Among the notable dignitaries expected is His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr) Adekunle Oyelude Makama (CON), Olowu of Kuta, renowned for his outspoken advocacy on national security, culture and community development. His presence is expected to add royal depth and cultural prestige to the gathering.
Also listed is Hon. Teslim Igbalaye, Secretary to the Osun State Government and Chief Bobagunwa of Osogbo who will lead other top government functionaries to the event focus on digital integration, and public engagement in the technology-driven era.
Key political and administrative figures, including governorship aspirants in the All Progressive Congress (APC), Kunle Rasheed Adegoke (SAN) also known as K-Rad; Asiwaju Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO); and the ADC governorship aspirant Dr Saliu Aroleorisun.
The Managing Director of Nigeria Port Authority, Hon. Olalekan Badmus Omo-Oloore; the National Secretary of the Africa Democratic Congress (ADC) and former Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, have also been scheduled to participate, bringing perspectives from public administration, constituency representation, and local governance.
According to the organisers, the 2025 edition will focus on the intersection of Artificial Intelligence, Technology, and Credible Elections, aligning with evolving global trends and Nigeria’s growing digital media landscape to be delivered by the Osun state Resident Electoral Commissioner, Dr Mutiu Agboke.
With the calibre of attendees and the strategic importance of the themes, this year’s Osun Digital Media Week is projected to set a new benchmark for digital media engagement in Osun State and the Southwest region.
More dignitaries are expected to be announced in the coming days as preparations intensify..
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