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  By Abioye Tosin Lawrence Orion Times — March 2, 2026 Tehran / Global: The President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Masoud Pezeshkian, has formally declared that pursuing retaliation after the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is not only a legitimate right but a moral duty of the nation. In a statement carried by Iranian state media on Sunday, President Pezeshkian described the assassination, attributed to joint military strikes by the United States and Israel as a “historic crime” that demands a firm and decisive response. He said the government and all patriotic Iranians will work to ensure justice and accountability. “The Islamic Republic of Iran considers avenging the perpetrators and those who ordered this crime, both a duty and a legitimate right, and will devote all its strength to fulfilling this great responsibility,” Pezeshkian said. An Escalation of Regional Tensions The death of Ayatollah Khamenei, a central figure in Iran’s political and religious le...

 By Orion Times Analysis Unit Regime change in Iran has lingered in the strategic imagination of successive United States administrations for more than seven decades. The roots of this complex and often volatile relationship trace back to 1953, when the Central Intelligence Agency played a decisive role in orchestrating a coup that overthrew Iran’s democratically elected Prime Minister, Mohammad Mossadegh . The operation reinstated Mohammad Reza Pahlavi , the pro-Western monarch whose rule increasingly relied on authoritarian control and close ties with Washington. For many Iranians, the coup became a symbol of foreign interference, a wound that would later fuel revolutionary fervor. That reckoning came in 1979. The Iranian Revolution toppled the shah and ushered in a new political order under Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini . The revolution replaced monarchy with an Islamic theocracy fundamentally opposed to American influence. The storming of the U.S. Embassy in Tehran and the sub...

  The Nigerian gospel music community has been thrown into mourning following the reported death of Taiwo Adegbodu , one half of the popular gospel duo, Adegbodu Twins . The heartbreaking news surfaced on Sunday, March 1, after his twin brother and longtime music partner, Kehinde Adegbodu , shared an emotional announcement on social media. In a grief-stricken message, Kehinde expressed deep pain over the loss of not just a biological twin, but a spiritual partner in ministry: “TAIWO, why will you leave me and your kids without notification? My heart is bleeding. Lord, how do you want me to cope without him? God why? This is too much for me to bear.” A reputable magazine also reported that the development was confirmed by the duo’s management, further sending shockwaves across the gospel music scene. Taiwo Adegbodu, alongside his twin brother, built a strong reputation for vibrant ministrations, high-energy worship sessions, and spirit-filled performances that endeared them to chur...

  The Osun Online Publishers Association (OOPA) has elected Comrade Abioye Tosin Lawrence as its new Chairman following the successful conduct of its general election. Other elected executives include Mr. Idowu Abass of Idealgist as Vice Chairman, Mr. Adekale Babatunde of Spyloaded as General Secretary, and Mr. Fatai Akanji of Adulawo as Financial Secretary. Comrade Lawrence of Oriontimes News emerged winner after polling 57.9 per cent of the total votes cast to defeat Mr. Bright Olorungbotemi of Voice Air Media and Mr. Hammed Tajudeen of Blaze News Nigeria in a keenly contested race. The just concluded election has produced a new executive team to pilot the affairs of the Association for the next two years. According to the committee, a maiden manifesto session was introduced to deepen engagement and promote accountability among contestants. "Voting commenced promptly at 8:00 a.m. with accreditation of eligible members, followed by orderly balloting in strict compliance wit...

In a powerful message of honour and appreciation, Oguntayo Joseph has extended warm felicitations to Adegboyega Funsho Adegoboye, celebrating a career defined by discipline, courage, and unwavering commitment to national security . Describing the retired Deputy Inspector General as a symbol of integrity within the Nigeria Police Force , Mr. Joseph commended his decades of meritorious service, noting that his professional journey stands as an enduring inspiration to both serving officers and the younger generation aspiring to principled leadership . According to him, the legacy of DIG Adegoboye is not merely measured by rank, but by impact, the lives protected, the institutions strengthened, and the values upheld throughout his years in active service. He emphasized that true leadership is tested in moments of responsibility, and the retired DIG demonstrated this consistently with honour, courage, and professionalism. “Your service to our nation remains a shining example of patriotism...

  The leadership and entire members of the Osun Online Publishers Association have extended warm and heartfelt congratulations to one of its distinguished members, Comrade Sodiq Lawal , popularly known as Chocomilo , Publisher of Dailyimpact , on the joyous occasion of his birthday. In a congratulatory message made available to newsmen in Osogbo, the Chairman of the Association, Mukhtar Ajelogbon praised Comrade Lawal as an exemplary journalist whose unwavering commitment to truth, fairness, and justice continues to inspire colleagues and the broader media community. According to the statement, Comrade Sodiq Lawal has consistently demonstrated courage and integrity in the discharge of his professional duties. He was described as a fearless advocate for the voiceless and a defender of the oppressed, who uses the power of his pen and the platform of journalism to promote accountability, transparency, and good governance. The Association commended him for upholding the highest ethic...

  In our own parlance, some cerebral comrades would always declare that Aluta “E” is very germane, the struggle continues. Yet beyond the chants and slogans lies a deeper truth: every generation must choose its battlefield. Some fight with noise; others fight with knowledge. There is a philosophy in the life of those who commit themselves to informing society. The pen is not merely an instrument; it is a moral compass. It questions power, awakens conscience, and reminds a nation of its forgotten promises. Those who accept this calling are not just writers, they are custodians of collective memory and architects of civic awakening. Women who devote their strength to this cause embody a rare synthesis of courage and compassion. They stand at the intersection of truth and responsibility, serving as both public relations and welfare stewards of society. I have always echoed the phrase Arogundecrown , for a name is not an ornament but a destiny. “Arogundade” is not a title worn by the t...