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5 LAS News stories tagged “Osun State”, newest first. Every story links its sources.

Osun labour unions warn Tinubu of vote withdrawal over withheld local government funds
Africa/Nigeria

Osun labour unions warn Tinubu of vote withdrawal over withheld local government funds

Organised labour in Osun State has stated it cannot guarantee electoral support for President Bola Tinubu's re-election due to the continued withholding of local government allocations since February 2025.

LAS News Desk · 9 Nov 2026, 14:41 WAT · 3 sources

Osun government offices close as workers begin three-day strike over local government funds
Africa/Nigeria

Osun government offices close as workers begin three-day strike over local government funds

Public service delivery has halted in Osun State as the Nigeria Labour Congress initiates a three-day strike. The industrial action follows the expiration of an ultimatum regarding withheld local government statutory allocations.

LAS News Desk · 9 Nov 2026, 14:13 WAT · 4 sources

Osun ranks 32nd in fiscal performance as opposition criticises Adeleke administration
Africa/Nigeria

Osun ranks 32nd in fiscal performance as opposition criticises Adeleke administration

The Democratic Leadership Alliance has described Osun State's 32nd position in BudgIT's 2026 fiscal ranking as a shameful indictment of the current administration's economic management.

LAS News Desk · 5 Nov 2026, 17:49 WAT · 2 sources

Osun Police Release Student, Identify Officers in Viral Assault Probe
Africa/Nigeria

Osun Police Release Student, Identify Officers in Viral Assault Probe

The Nigeria Police Force has ordered the release of a student arrested in Ede, Osun State, following a viral video of alleged police brutality. Zone 11 leadership has identified the officers involved and launched an investigation.

LAS News Desk · 5 Nov 2026, 13:17 WAT · 2 sources

Osun APC clarifies new committee is for parliamentary candidates, not a rival presidential body
Africa/Nigeria

Osun APC clarifies new committee is for parliamentary candidates, not a rival presidential body

The All Progressives Congress in Osun State has denied creating a parallel presidential campaign structure, stating the new committee is dedicated to supporting National and State Assembly candidates under the leadership of Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji.

LAS News Desk · 5 Nov 2026, 12:47 WAT · 1 source

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