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Osogbo, Osun State  Supporters of Hon. Oluwole Oke, the Chairman of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, have condemned what they describe as a coordinated effort to malign the lawmaker’s reputation. This follows reports of an alleged meeting convened in Osogbo by Bayo Ogungbangbe and Mayowa Adejorin, said to be aimed at issuing a press release targeting Hon. Wole Oke. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the group expressed dismay at what they called a "baseless and desperate" attempt to divert attention from Hon. Oke's recent remarks during an All Progressives Congress (APC) stakeholders’ meeting. “We, the supporters of Hon. Wole Oke, are compelled to respond to the alleged meeting called by Bayo Ogungbangbe and Mayowa Adejorin in Osogbo, which purportedly aimed to orchestrate a media attack against our principal,” the statement read. They maintained that Hon. Oke’s comments at the APC meeting were made in the spirit of democratic engagement and responsible party leader...

  Abioye Tosin Lawrence  In a nation often weighed down by hardship, political tension, and economic anxiety, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s gesture of appreciation to the Super Falcons stands out, not just as a gift, but as a moment of national uplift. At its core, this is about more than sports. It’s about recognition, dignity, and the power of encouragement. When the nation takes a moment to celebrate its heroes, especially those who wear the green-white-green with pride, it affirms a deeper truth: When citizens feel seen, valued, and capable, they’re more likely to be productive, peaceful, and patriotic. Every Nigerian has a duty to respect the badge. Nigeria is not just a name on a map; it is a giant of resilience, a country with sons and daughters rewriting stories around the globe. A new generation is rising, one that refuses to accept failure as identity, one that is breaking records in sports, innovation, arts, and tech. The world must begin to see this good side of Ni...

 By Abioye Tosin Lawrence President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Monday hosted the Super Falcons at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, in an atmosphere charged with pride and celebration, following the team’s admirable performance on the international stage. The reception, filled with applause and fanfare, was attended by high-ranking dignitaries, including First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu; Wife of the Vice President, Hajia Nana Shettima; and several governors such as Hope Uzodinma of Imo State and AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State. Key officials from the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), sports administrators, and the players’ families were also present. Captain Rasheedat Ajibade and Assistant Captain Osinachi Ohale led the squad with poise as they were honoured for their resilience, discipline, and unwavering patriotism. Their conduct on and off the pitch, President Tinubu noted, lifted the nation’s spirit at a time when Nigerians craved inspiration. “You didn’t just play football, yo...

  Hon. Oluwole Oke, Chairman of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, delivered a keynote address focused on the significance of the Rome Communiqué at a high-level roundtable on interfaith dialogue in Abuja. This event was organised in collaboration with the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (KAS) and the National Assembly Library Trust Fund (NALTF), bringing together lawmakers, religious leaders, and civil society representatives to address urgent issues of social cohesion and hate speech in Nigeria. Hon. Wole Oke began his remarks by acknowledging the contributions and leadership of the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, and commended event organisers for their dedication to fostering interfaith dialogue in a time marked by growing divisions. He emphasised the necessity and timeliness of such interventions to confront religious tensions and sectarian differences currently challenging both Nigeria and the wider global community. Tracing the roots of the international interfa...

  OSOGBO, Nigeria, The lawmaker representing Ijesa North Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Busayo Oluwole Oke, has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the immediate past Governor of Osun State, Alhaji Gboyega Oyetola, for what he described as their “undeniable commitment” to the growth and political recognition of Osogbo, the Osun State capital. In a statement released via his verified Facebook page on Monday morning, the federal lawmaker and ranking member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) urged residents to take a reflective look at the visible appointments and developmental strides that have recently been recorded in favour of Osogbo sons and daughters under the current federal administration. According to Hon. Oke, key strategic positions held by Osogbo indigenes, including Senator Ajibola Basiru as the National Secretary of the APC and Mr. Lekan Badmus (a.k.a. “Omo Oloore”) as the Executive Director of Operations at the Nigerian Ports Authority...

The ancient town of Ido-Oko Ijesa in Obokun Local Government Area of Osun State has officially inaugurated the planning committee for the 5th Ido-Oko Ijesa Day celebration, alongside the launch of a ₦500 million development fund aimed at accelerating growth and infrastructure in the community. The inauguration ceremony, held yesterday, was led by the Ado-Oko of Ido-Oko Ijesa, His Royal Majesty, Oba Michael Babatunde Adedeji, and witnessed the presence of traditional chiefs, sons and daughters of the town, media personnel, and dignitaries from across Osun State. In his address, Oba Adedeji described Ido-Oko Ijesa as a proud and culturally rich community in Obokun Local Government, blessed with a deeply rooted heritage and a resilient spirit of communal advancement. “Since th e first celebration in 1993, Ido-Oko Ijesa Day has become more than just an annual event. It is a sacred tradition a celebration of who we are, where we’ve been, and where we are going. It is a time to reconnect, re...

  ... _my lawyer has joined the race, Oyetola declares_ ... _I will declare a state of emergency on Osun Agric Sector, enhance food production and ensure urban renewal_ As part of his efforts to gather support for his aspirations, a frontline aspirant for the Osun governorship elections under the umbrella of the All Progressive Congress, APC and a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Kunle Rasheed Adegoke (K-RAD) over the weekend had a robust engagement with leaders of the party across Osogbo and Olorunda Local Governments just as he inaugurated campaign managers across the 332 wards of the state. Commencing his consultation tour from his home front of Osogbo and Olorunda Local Governments, K-RAD appreciated leaders and stakeholders of the party in both LGAs for the trust reposed in him as an erudite son of the soil and a faithful party chieftain who has contributed his quota to the development and success of the party in Osun and the nation at large. He revealed that his aspiration of gove...

Member representing Ijesa North Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Busayo Oluwole Oke, has taken to social media to defend his recent political remarks, calling out those he described as hypocrites. In a strongly worded Facebook post, the lawmaker expressed disbelief that those who once maligned his political associates are now attacking him for expressing his views. “I laughed at those who dragged my Governor to court over his educational qualifications and chased him out of town, yet they now question me for throwing political jabs,” Oluwole Oke wrote. His remarks appeared to target former critics of Governor Ademola Adeleke, who faced legal battles and intense scrutiny during his first gubernatorial bid. Rep. Oluwole Oke, a notable member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, criticized what he perceived as selective outrage from members of the opposition. “As a member of APC in Osun State, they expect me to praise PDP. Awon Dindinrin (foolish...

  The Falcons Didn’t Knock, They Kicked It Down and Took the Trophy By Abioye Tosin Lawrence   In a country where many wear crowns they never earned, and doors open only to the noise of connections, Nigeria’s Super Falcons did something rare: they let their boots do the talking, and history listened. They weren’t the ones parading on interviews or calling for applause before the match. No, they were too busy training. Too busy plotting their checkmate on a chessboard built by elders who often sideline genius. But in this game, the Falcons played wise, and played for keeps. They came from the soil, not from headlines. From sweat, not from selfies. And still, they soared. In a world where raw talent is often mocked, disguised as “inexperience,” the Falcons reminded Africa,  and the world, that true greatness doesn’t need a microphone to echo. It only needs one moment. One goal. One comeback. And when that moment came, the Falcons didn’t ask to be let in. They kicked the doo...

    The Osun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) continues to face political turmoil following the recent defection of two senators and three House of Representatives members to the All Progressives Congress (APC). In the midst of this internal crisis, new reports suggest that a federal lawmaker is sponsoring a group of state legislators for an overseas training. Hon. Busayo Oluwole Oke, who represents Ijesa North Federal Constituency and currently serves as Chairman of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, is reportedly sponsoring 15 members of the Osun State House of Assembly for a legislative training program in the United States of America. Sources close to the Assembly revealed that some of the lawmakers selected for the program have already begun receiving approval notifications via email, confirming their invitation to the U.S. training. Others, however, are said to still be awaiting official confirmation in their inboxes. The training initiative, repo...

  Group accuses governor of starving grassroots of development, demands EFCC, ICPC probe, and legislative inquiry The Osun Renewal Group (ORG) has issued a scathing critique of Governor Ademola Adeleke’s administration, accusing it of gross financial recklessness and brazen mismanagement of funds allocated to the 30 local government areas in Osun State. According to the group, of the ₦108 billion received by the state government on behalf of the local councils in 2024, a paltry ₦471 million—less than 1%—was spent on capital projects. In a statement issued to the press, the group described this revelation as “an unforgivable betrayal of public trust” and a vivid demonstration of what it called “the Adeleke administration’s disdain for the grassroots.” The group lamented that over ₦107 billion, meant for local development, remains unaccounted for, while rural communities continue to suffer infrastructural decay and neglect.  “₦471 million spread across 30 LGAs for an entire year...