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    Governor Bassey Otu has ordered the immediate release of Dennis Odama

    Gov Otu orders release of his administration’s critic, urges constructive criticism

    Mr Odama was arrested on August 12 and imprisoned for criticising the governor for refusing to redeploy the commissioner for sports, whom, he said, was not performing.

    OPINION

    Backstory of Osun poll, and what’s next for Adeleke

    Why does Adeleke insist on supporting Tinubu, despite opposition by many of his supporters, including his nephew, Davido, who cite the governor’s raw deal at the hands of the APC?

    President Tinubu, terminate the dodgy £746 million ports deal

    To my fellow citizens, this deal will worsen Nigeria’s fiscal and economic future. I have spoken. You have a voice. Use it.

    Osun election shows all is not fair in Nigerian politics

    The Osun governorship election has now provided an important measure of where Nigeria stands.

    Azu Ishiekwene: Osun Decides: From dance steps to war footing

    Osun state has a reputation for controversies bigger than its size. It ranks 26th nationally in terms of voter population and is six out of six in the South-West.

    Uba Sani and the making of history

    Governor Uba Sani, since assuming office, has been matching his campaign promises with deeds.

    WPC’s date clash with African Energy Week deserves a proper explanation

    Scheduling the 2026 World Petroleum Congress almost directly against Africa’s flagship energy gathering risks forcing governments and industry leaders into an unnecessary choice.