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Following Adeleke's re-election in the Osun State poll, various groups and individuals, including the NGF and ADC candidate, offered congratulations, while Yiaga Africa commended voters and called for BVAS improvements. The outcome also sparked political analysis regarding future elections.
Residents of Osun state in Nigeria are expressing concerns that increasing political violence and killings could lead to voter apathy and affect the outcome of the upcoming 2026 governorship election.
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has called on residents to vote and protect their ballots in the upcoming election to safeguard democratic rights.
The Nigerian Army Depot, Osogbo, provides free medical outreach to Osun residents as part of its 2026 Army Day celebrations.
Nigerian leaders, including President Tinubu, have called on citizens to embrace tolerance, unity, and shared sacrifice in observance of Eid-el-Kabir. They emphasized that no religious teaching supports violence or division.
Osun residents stage a blackout protest in Osogbo, giving IBEDC a seven-day ultimatum to restore power supply and return them to Band A classification. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-residents-protest-blackout-give-ibedc-seven-day-ultimatum/
Despite reports of pre-election violence and intimidation, residents of Osun State are being encouraged to overcome fear and participate in Saturday’s governorship election to safeguard their democracy.
Residents of Osun State have shared mixed opinions on Governor Adeleke's performance, with some praising his administration's efforts in workers' welfare and infrastructure, while others criticize shortcomings in healthcare and security.
Davido and Governor Adeleke called on Osun residents to maintain peace during the upcoming Osun 2026 governorship election at a recent flyover inauguration.
Osun State Governor Adeleke has inaugurated a new flyover, emphasizing that his administration builds infrastructure without mortgaging the state. He also issued a warning to residents against engaging in street trading and vandalism.
The new Osun Resident Electoral Commissioner, Oluwatoyin Babalola, pledges a fair and credible governorship poll, noting 381,817 new voter registrations. Read More:…
100 residents in Ife North received free care at an Osun medical outreach, including health tests, glasses, and food, organized for a lawmaker’s birthday. Read More: https://punchng.com/100-osun-residents-benefit-from-medical-outreach/
More than 2,700 residents in Osun, Nigeria, received free healthcare services as SROL expanded its SegunCare initiative to include mental health support on August 7-8, 2026.
Fear has gripped Osun State in Nigeria as residents are reportedly hiding their party affiliations due to a wave of cult-fuelled political killings ahead of the August 15 governorship election.
APC candidate Bola Oyebamiji has assured Osun residents of a peaceful 2026 election, cautioning against voter harassment and encouraging participation.
Residents in Osun state, Nigeria, are resorting to using firewood for cooking as the price of cooking gas has surged to N2,000 per kilogram. This drastic increase is forcing many to seek alternative fuel sources.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has assured residents of Osun State of a credible and fair governorship election. The commission reiterated its commitment to upholding the integrity of the electoral process.