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President Tinubu Mourns The Passing Of His Statesman, Chief Ralph Obioha
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President Tinubu Mourns The Passing Of His Statesman, Chief Ralph Obioha

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu mourns the passing of Chief Ralph Obioha, a respected statesman, former lawmaker, businessman and prominent figure in Nigeria’s pro-democracy struggle. The President extends his heartfelt condolences to Chief Obioha's family, his community, the people of Abia State, the Ohanaeze Ndigbo, members of the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO), and all Nigerians mourning the patriot. President Tinubu affirms that Chief Ralph Obioha belonged to a generation of Nigerians who answered the call of duty at some of the most difficult moments in the nation’s history. The President remarks: "As a founding member and prominent leader of NADECO, Chief Obioha stood firmly on the side of democratic governance during the struggle for the restoration of democracy following the annulment of the June 12, 1993 presidential election. "His commitment to the pro-democracy cause came at considerable personal cost. Yet, despite the challenges and pressures of those diff...

Fortune October 07, 2026
Salako Congratulates Nigerians On Independence Day, Calls For Unity And Patriotism
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Salako Congratulates Nigerians On Independence Day, Calls For Unity And Patriotism

The chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Hon. Emmanuel Babawale Salako FCA (More Blessing) has felicitates the citizens of our dear country, Nigeria on this year's remarkable independence. According to his media aide, Salako describes this year celebration as a period we all needed to be praying for our country to have peaceful conduct in next year general elections. As we commemorate our Independence Day, I extend my warmest greetings and heartfelt best wishes to all Nigerians at home and abroad. Salako said. Independence is more than a historic milestone; it is a renewed call to unity, patriotism, responsibility, and service to our nation. As members of the Nigerian family, regardless of our political affiliations, ethnic backgrounds, or religious beliefs, we must continue to work together towards building a stronger, more peaceful, prosperous, and united Nigeria. On this special occasion, let us honour the sacrifices of those who contributed to our nat...

Fortune September 30, 2026
37 Miners' Death: FG Constitutes Investigation Committee, Sympathizes With The Deceased Family
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37 Miners' Death: FG Constitutes Investigation Committee, Sympathizes With The Deceased Family

FG constitutes an independent committee to investigate reported deaths of 37 people in NSCDC custody and releases a full list of suspended officers The Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has constituted a ten-member independent committee to investigate the reported deaths of 37 people held by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Niger State Command, on suspicion of illegal mining. The action follows a directive by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for a transparent parent and unhindered investigation into the incident, which occurred on Thursday, 17 September 2026. The Minister also directed the suspension of all officers involved in the incident pending the conclusion of the independent committee’s investigation. Describing the deaths as deeply disturbing, the Minister said the government owes the families of the deceased and the Nigerian public a transparent account of the events leading to the incident. The independent committee is expected to establish...

Fortune September 19, 2026
The Wellspring of Truth: Our Vision for Osun Post
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The Wellspring of Truth: Our Vision for Osun Post

A New Dawn at the Source: Charting the Course for Osun, Nigeria, and the Global African Narrative There is a profound Yoruba proverb that says, “Odo to ba gbagbe orisun re, gbigbe ni yoo gbe” —a river that forgets its source will surely dry up. Today, as we launch Osun Post into the vast, bustling, and often chaotic digital media landscape, we do so with our eyes fixed firmly on the future, but our feet planted deeply at the source. We live in an era of unprecedented noise. Every second, we are bombarded with a relentless stream of notifications, fleeting headlines, half-truths, and sensationalized clickbait. In this digital frenzy, the truth is often the first casualty, and the genuine, nuanced stories of our people are frequently lost in the algorithm. We built Osun Post to be the antidote to that noise. We envisioned an oasis—a crystal-clear wellspring of reliable information, deep cultural appreciation, and unyielding journalistic integrity. But what does it mean to be a modern di...

Editorial Team Editorial Team April 12, 2026