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

Osun State Labour Congress orders three‑day strike over withheld local government funds
Africa/Nigeria

Osun State Labour Congress orders three‑day strike over withheld local government funds

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in Osun State has called a three‑day solidarity strike from 9 to 11 November, protesting the state’s failure to release statutory allocations to local councils, a move that could pressure both state and federal authorities.

LAS News Desk · 9 Nov 2026, 07:40 WAT · 1 source

Osun state orders Iwo king to curb remarks that may spark religious conflict
Africa/Nigeria

Osun state orders Iwo king to curb remarks that may spark religious conflict

The Osun government has directed the State Council of Obas to monitor the Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, after concerns that his public statements could fuel religious and communal tensions. The directive, issued by the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, warns the monarch to refrain from comments that could incite conflict.

LAS News Desk · 5 Nov 2026, 10:04 WAT · 2 sources

Tompolo donates 30 vehicles as Osun leaders rally for Tinubu's 2027 re‑election
Africa/Nigeria

Tompolo donates 30 vehicles as Osun leaders rally for Tinubu's 2027 re‑election

In Osogbo, Governor Ademola Adeleke, Minister Adegboyega Oyetola and other officials inaugurated 30 campaign vehicles donated by businessman Tompolo, aiming to secure at least 90% of Osun’s votes for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 election.

LAS News Desk · 31 Oct 2026, 23:46 WAT · 3 sources

Five arrested in Osun after 14‑year‑old boy shot dead
Africa/Nigeria

Five arrested in Osun after 14‑year‑old boy shot dead

Police in Osun State have detained five men linked to the June 21 shooting that killed 14‑year‑old Olapade Ezekiel in Ilobu. Investigators say one suspect fired the fatal shot and are pursuing an armourer still at large.

LAS News Desk · 16 Oct 2026, 19:45 WAT · 2 sources

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