‘We Are Not Afraid’ – Omisore Loyalists Dump APC In Osun
A former Commissioner for Political Affairs and Inter-Governmental Relations in Osun State, Taiwo Akeju, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC)....
Osun State
Osun State, known as the “State of the Living Spring,” is the cradle of Yoruba civilization and a global cultural destination. Rich in gold deposits and home to sacred shrines, Osun is a state where tradition meets modern governance. Naija News provides updates on Osun’s cultural festivals, political realignments, and economic reforms.
Quick Facts & Profile
| Category | Details |
| Current Governor | Ademola Adeleke (Accord Party) |
| Capital | Osogbo |
| Founded | August 27, 1991 |
| Slogan | State of the Living Spring |
| Geopolitical Zone | South West |
| Area | 9,251 km ² |
| Population | ~5.3 Million+ (Estimated) |
| ISO Code | NG-OS |
Geography and Borders
Osun is a landlocked state bordered by Kwara State to the north, Ekiti and Ondo States to the east, Ogun State to the south, and Oyo State to the west.
Governance: From 1991 to Date
Since its creation from Oyo State, Osun has seen high-stakes political shifts:
- Leo Segun Ajiborisha (1991–1992): The first Military Administrator.
- Isiaka Adeleke (1992–1993): The first Executive Governor of the state.
- Bisi Akande (1999–2003): Known for building the massive State Secretariat.
- Olagunsoye Oyinlola (2003–2010): Focused on educational expansion.
- Rauf Aregbesola (2010–2018): Known for “O-Resale” and massive school restructuring.
- Gboyega Oyetola (2018–2022): Emphasized civil service welfare and mining reforms.
- Ademola Adeleke (2022–Present): The incumbent governor who recently transitioned from the PDP to the Accord Party ahead of the 2026 elections.
Education and Landmarks
Osun is home to the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) in Ile-Ife and Osun State University. Its most famous landmark is the Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the ancient Ooni of Ife’s Palace.
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Panic In Osun Over Alleged Bandits Invasion
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Three Ex-Osun Lawmakers Dump APC
Three chieftains of the All Progressives Congress (APC), who previously served as lawmakers in the Osun State House of Assembly, have resigned...
Adeleke Approves ₦204 Million Death Benefits For Families Of Late Osun Civil Servants
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Osun Identifies 23 Boundary Routes As Security Threats
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‘South-West Forests Now Bandits’ Infiltration Routes’
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Drama As Police Arrest Osun Monarch In Court
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Appeal Court Restrains Adeleke On Akirun Chieftaincy Dispute
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Osun Boils As Adeleke Summons Emergency Security Meeting Over Fresh Attacks
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Gunmen Kill Accord Women Leader’s Son In Osun
Gunmen have killed Kolade Eluyera, son of the women leader of the Accord Party (AP) in Irewole Local Government Area of Osun...
‘Baseless, Malicious, Politically Motivated’ – Osun Govt Rejects Fraud Allegations
The Osun State Government has dismissed allegations of multi-billion naira infrastructure fraud and diversion of public funds levelled against some officials of...
Osun APC Chairman’s Wife Is Dead
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Governor Adeleke’s Son B-Red Escapes Assassination In Osun
Nigerian singer Adebayo Adeleke, known as B-Red, narrowly escaped an assassination attempt in Osogbo on Wednesday afternoon. Naija News reports that the...
‘Sins Of APC Against Workers, Pensioners Are Grave’ – Gov. Adeleke
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has mocked the state’s All Progressives Congress (APC) for its years of anti-worker and anti-labour records. Naija...
Lie From The Pit Of Hell – Adeleke Blasts Critics Over ₦92 Billion Feeding Claim
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Osun Govt Sacks Traditional Ruler Over US Fraud Conviction
The Osun State Government has deposed Oba Gbenga Joseph Oloyede as the Apetumodu of Ipetumodu with immediate effect, citing his conviction in...
Osun 2026: Adeleke Names Oladipo, Adeoti, Olajengbesi In 52-member Campaign Council
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has constituted a 52-member committee to manage his re-election campaign, appointing Wale Oladipo as chairman. According to...
