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 Olowu of Kuta, HRM Oba Dr Hammed Makama Oyelude, CON, Tegbosun iii, has urged muslim Ummah and Nigerians to let peace , unity and selflessness be their watchword as the world celebrates Eid-el-Kabir. In his Sallah message, the revered monarch described Eid-el-Kabir as a deeply spiritual occasion that symbolises sacrifice, dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment to humanity. According to the monarch, the period offers Nigerians an opportunity to reflect on the state of the nation and promote messages of hope, harmony, and peaceful coexistence devoid of provocation or divisive sentiments. “This is the time to reflect on happenings around us and preach hope, unity, and understanding among ourselves as one people,” Oba Makama stated. The royal father urged Nigerians to continue living together peacefully regardless of religious beliefs, political affiliations, or ethnic differences, stressing that national unity remains paramount at this critical period in the country’s dem...

 The Director General of the Coalition of Nigerian Youth on Safety and Security Affairs (CONNYSA), Amb. Ade Mario, has reiterated the organization’s commitment to tackling insecurity and youth-related social vices across Nigeria through sustained sensitisation and community-based engagements. Speaking during the OrionTimes Podcast, Amb. Ade Mario lamented the poor level of civic orientation and public understanding of governance, stressing that stronger collaboration with the National Orientation Agency (NOA) is crucial in rebuilding trust between the government and citizens. “The level of orientation, sanitisation, and awareness about what governance truly means is still poor. That is exactly where the National Orientation Agency needs to come in,” he stated. The CONNYSA DG noted that many government interventions often miss their target because leaders fail to engage communities and understand their pressing needs. According to him, governance can only become impactful when leade...

 The Director General of the Coalition of Nigerian Youth on Safety and Security Affairs (CONNYSA), Amb. Ade Mario, has blamed the rising wave of insecurity and social vices among Nigerian youths on poor governance and the exclusion of young people from critical decision-making processes. Featuring on the OrionTimes Podcast, Amb. Ade Mario stressed that many government policies continue to fail because the people most affected, the youths  are often sidelined from the decision-making process. He noted that policies imposed without youth inclusion often breed frustration, distrust, and insecurity among young people. According to him, “Poor governance translates into insecurity among youths because young people are not on the round table where decisions and policies are made. You cannot impose policies on people who were never involved in shaping them.” The CONNYSA DG further lamented the poor level of civic orientation and awareness about governance across communities, noting th...

 Oriontimes News Desk| May 25, 2026 Constitutional relevance of traditional rulers, deployment of modern technology and strengthening of regional security outfits have been described as solutions to tackle insecurity in Nigeria  A first-class monarch, His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Adekunle Oyelude Makama (CON), made this known while receiving the new leadership of the Osun Online Publishers Association (OOPA) in his Kuta palace on Sunday. The leadership of the association paid a high-profile courtesy visit to the monarch to inform him of the change in leadership and appreciate his supportive roles as patron. The visit was blended with media engagement, royal diplomacy, and critical discussions on national security, governance, and the constitutional relevance of traditional institutions in Nigeria. Speaking during the visit, the Olowu of Kuta addressed the growing wave of insecurity in the Southwest, noting that the security challenges currently confronting the region were long...

 The Nigeria Democratic Congress Solidarity Movement Parliament in Lagos State has thrown its full weight behind the Hon. King Adekunle Okuneye-led Executive Council of the party, describing the leadership as the legitimate and duly elected structure steering the affairs of the party in the state. In an open letter dated May 25, 2026, and addressed to the National Chairman and National Leadership of the party in Abuja, the group reaffirmed its unwavering endorsement of the Lagos State Executive Council that emerged after the May 4, 2026 State Congress. According to the letter signed by Comrade Babatunde Femi Johnson, State Leader of the NDC Solidarity Movement Parliament, the congress was duly monitored by officials of Independent National Electoral Commission and observed by relevant stakeholders, leading to the emergence of Hon. King Adekunle Okuneye as Pro-tem State Chairman through what the group described as a transparent consensus process. The group hailed Okuneye’s leadershi...

The leadership of the Osun Online Publishers Association (OOPA) on Sunday paid a high-profile courtesy visit to the Olowu of Kuta, His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Hammed Adekunle Makama Oyelude, in a meeting that blended media engagement, royal diplomacy, and critical discussions on national security, governance, and the constitutional relevance of traditional institutions in Nigeria. The OOPA delegation commended the first-class traditional ruler for his unwavering support for successive administrations and his consistent advocacy for peace, development, and national unity. The association also sought royal blessings and guidance from the monarch as it continues to promote responsible journalism and public engagement across Osun State. Speaking during the visit, the Olowu of Kuta addressed the growing wave of insecurity in the Southwest, noting that the security challenges currently confronting the region were long foreseen. “The wave of insecurity in the Southwest is what had been fores...

  A gathering of dignitaries, traditional rulers, labour leaders, security stakeholders, and community members turned into a celebration of leadership, destiny, and service as prominent personalities showered encomiums on the Corps Commander of the Osun Amotekun Corps, High Chief Dr. Hon. Adekunle Isaac Omoyele, during the public presentation and review of a book chronicling his life, leadership journey, and contributions to society. The colourful event, held amidst excitement and admiration from guests who came from different parts of Osun State and beyond, highlighted the impact of Dr. Omoyele’s service to humanity, his dedication to community development, and his role in strengthening the security architecture of Osun State through the Amotekun Corps. In his profoundly eloquent welcome address, Aree Olagunju Joseph, the esteemed Secretary of the Planning Committee, expressed his heartfelt appreciation to the distinguished dignitaries and eminent personalities in attendance. He e...