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Osun ALGON Delivers 90 Security Patrol Vehicles, Says LG Autonomy Driving Grassroots Development

Oriontimes News Desk|June 26, 2026 DIG, CP Commend Osun ALGON as 90 Patrol Vehicles Boost Security Across State OSOGBO, Osun State — The Osun State Chapter of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) has completed the distribution of 90 operational patrol vehicles to security agencies across the state, describing the initiative as a major investment in public safety and a demonstration of the benefits of local government autonomy. The final batch of 60 patrol vehicles was officially handed over during a ceremony held at the Osun State Police Command Headquarters in Osogbo, completing the distribution exercise initiated by the leadership of the 30 Local Government Areas and Ife-East Area Office. The vehicles were allocated to major security agencies, including the Nigerian Police Force, Nigerian Army, Nigerian Air Force, Department of State Services (DSS), Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), and other security formations operating in the state. Speaking at t...
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Aiyedatiwa Earns Youth Endorsement as Akoko Forum Praises Kolawole, Raises Alarm Over Power Crisis

 By OrionTimes Political Desk AKOKO, ONDO STATE — The Akoko Youth Forum (AYF) has expressed profound appreciation to the Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, for what it described as visionary and inclusive leadership, while also calling for urgent intervention in the area of electricity supply across Akoko communities. In an open letter jointly signed by its President, Ojumu Joseph; General Secretary, Adeleye Temitope Samuel (Pastor Tee); and Public Relations Officer, Salaudeen Fatai, the group lauded the governor for his recent political decision, particularly the emergence of Babatunde Kolawole as Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State. The Forum described Kolawole’s appointment as a reflection of the governor’s commitment to meritocracy, grassroots inclusion, and strategic leadership. According to the group, the new APC chairman’s track record and political experience are expected to foster unity within the party and reposition it for greate...
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Adeleke’s Revamped 5-Point Agenda Sparks Fresh Hope Among Youth, Women, Workers

 By Oriontimes Political Desk The updated five-point agenda of Ademola Adeleke is generating renewed excitement among key segments of Osun ’s population, particularly youth, women, and workers, as stakeholders interpret the revised blueprint as a strategic expansion of inclusive governance . Recently unveiled, the agenda outlines five core priorities: integrated welfare and empowerment for youth, women, and workers ; infrastructure consolidation for social and economic wellbeing ; agro-industrial expansion for human development and shared prosperity ; access to affordable and quality healthcare and education ; and the creation of a more secure and enabling business environment to drive job creation . At the heart of public attention is the first pillar, which now explicitly incorporates youth and women alongside workers. Previously framed simply as “ Citizens and Workers’ Welfare ,” the revised wording has been widely welcomed as a direct response to sustained advocacy from youth...
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Osun 2027: Odo Otin Parapo Movement Calls For Credible Candidates In Odo Otin

  Comrade Saheed Adeyeye Abiodun, popularly known as Ajfat Agro , has called for equity and fitness in the representation Ifelodun/Boripe/Odo Otin Federal Constituency at the Federal House of Representatives . He spoke candidly while appearing on a popular podcast titled LERO TEMI with Mukhtar Ajelogbon in Osogbo where he highlights the importance of picking credible candidates who truly understand and serve the people by the political parties especially candidates from Odo Otin Local Government in the 2027 election . According to him, “It's crucial to choose an indigene of Odo Otin who is respected and genuinely accepted by the community. “We must prioritize someone virtuous, someone who listens, understands the needs of the people, and shows pity for the common man. Wealth or status should never outweigh integrity. "However, all the political parties must prioritize fairness and equality in their arrangements. The tickets should be given to any competency candidate with...
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Saheed Adeyeye Leads Odo Otin Parapo Movement for Youth and Community Empowerment

  The Odo Otin Parapo Movement , has been described as a Movement driven by a multi-faceted vision aimed at community development. This is as the convener of the movement, Comrade Saheed Adeyeye Abiodun , popularly known as Ajfat Agro , shared the vision in an exclusive interview with journalists after appearing on a popular podcast titled ‘LERO TEMI,’ anchored by Mukhtar Ajelogbon on Sunday in Osogbo .”  He outlined some key priorities include improving child education, supporting internships and youth empowerment, promoting agricultural development, enhancing community security, and providing care for widows and the elderly across the communities in Odo Otin Local Government . “Our goal is to enable sustainable development in Odo Otin. We want our people in the diaspora to see home as a place of opportunity, not just a village. By coming together in love and unity, we can build without divisions,” Saheed Adeyeye emphasized. On political accountability and governance, he no...
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When the Hyena Devours the Lion: The Cost of Youth Apathy in Politics

  By Abioye Tosin Lawrence  In Nigeria , a silent transformation is unfolding, one that speaks less through noise and more through absence. It is the gradual withdrawal of the nation’s most capable, creative, and forward-thinking young people from the political space. And in that absence, a different kind of leadership emerges. Nature offers a fitting metaphor: when the lion, the symbol of strength, vision, and dominance, steps away, the hyena does not hesitate. It advances, not necessarily because it is stronger, but because the space has been left unguarded. This is the story of Nigerian politics today. Youth apathy has not come from laziness or indifference. It is the product of years of frustration with a system where ideas struggle to survive, where loyalty is often valued above competence, and where financial power frequently overshadows intellectual depth. For many young Nigerians , politics has become a game already decided before it begins. At the grassroots level, ...
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Former FBI Director Robert Mueller Dies at 81

  By OrionTimes Editorial Desk | March 21, 2026 Former United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director, Robert Mueller , has died at the age of 81. According to family sources, Mueller passed away on March 20, 2026. His death has since been confirmed by multiple international media outlets, marking the end of a long career in public service that spanned decades. Mueller served as the sixth Director of the FBI from 2001 to 2013, a period that included one of the most defining moments in modern American history—the September 11 attacks . Appointed just days before the attacks, he played a central role in reshaping the bureau’s focus toward counterterrorism and national security. Beyond his tenure at the FBI, Mueller gained renewed global attention when he was appointed as Special Counsel to investigate Russian interference in the 2016 United States presidential election. The probe examined links between Russian operatives and the campaign of former President Donald Trum...
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