Tag: #OsunState
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NDLEA ARRESTS ALLEGED LAGOS DRUG KINGPIN, SEIZES FOREIGN CURRENCY AND TONNES OF CANNABIS
After weeks of careful surveillance, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) arrested Frank Chijioke Ibemesi, aka Chisco Bee, a wanted suspected drug baron in Lagos. The 42-year-old hotelier and businessman, who also manages Franc CJ Ibemesi Nig. Ltd, was caught early Saturday at Isolo, Lagos. NDLEA spokesperson Femi Babafemi revealed that officers traced Ibemesi…
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JUSUN OSUN HOLDS FIRM ON STRIKE UNTIL PROMOTION AND WELFARE DEMANDS ARE MET
The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) in Osun State has reaffirmed its ongoing strike over delayed promotions and welfare issues, stating the action will continue until all demands are permanently resolved. State Chairman Idris Adeniran addressed reporters during a protest at the Osun High Court complex in Osogbo. Since commencing the strike on September…
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SUPREME COURT RESERVES JUDGMENT IN OSUN VS AGF OVER WITHHELD LOCAL GOVT ALLOCATIONS
Apex court to decide on legality of AGF’s freeze on Osun’s council funds amid constitutional battle. The Supreme Court on Tuesday reserved judgment in the case filed by the Osun State Government against Attorney-General Lateef Fagbemi over withholding statutory allocations to its 30 local councils. The suit challenges the AGF’s March 2025 directive to freeze…
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JUSUN OSUN CHAPTER VOWS TO MAINTAIN STRIKE OVER UNPAID BENEFITS AND PROMOTIONS
Union stands firm in fight for justice and overdue welfare for judiciary staff. The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) Osun chapter, led by Chairman Idris Adeniran, reaffirmed its indefinite strike over stalled promotions and unpaid entitlements. They reject misleading reports and pledge unwavering unity until demands are met by the Osun Chief Judge and…
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OSUN GOVT DECLARES WEDNESDAY PUBLIC HOLIDAY FOR ISESE FESTIVAL
The Osun Government has declared Wednesday a public holiday for the annual Isese traditional festival, allowing worshippers of Yoruba traditional religion to celebrate fully. Commissioner Abdulrasheed Aderibigbe said the day honors the state’s rich cultural heritage and promotes unity. Governor Ademola Adeleke extended warm wishes to festival participants, urging respect and lawfulness during the celebrations.…
