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Political Violence
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Osun NUJ Decries Surge in Election-Related Violence Ahead of 2026 Polls
The Osun NUJ is calling for urgent action to curb rising political violence ahead of the August 2026 governorship election, citing 13 deaths in recent months.
Abuja Lawyer Urges IGP to Tackle Political Violence in Osun
Abuja attorney Pelumi Olajengbesi has petitioned the IGP to address rising political killings in Osun State, demanding the redeployment of the state's police chief and a tactical intervention to ensure election security.
Osun Political Camps Trade Blame Following Fatalities and Traffic Incident
Political rivalry intensifies in Osun State as the APC and the Imole Campaign Council trade accusations following a murder in Esa-Oke and a fatal road accident in Ede.
Osun Group Denounces Political Violence, Appeals for National Harmony
The Forum for Nation Builders and Social Development has criticized the surge in political violence in Osun State, calling for restraint and urging authorities to prosecute those involved in recent disturbances.
Osun Police Peace Meeting Overshadowed by APC and Accord Party Absence
Representatives of the All Progressives Congress and the Accord Party were notably absent during a crucial peace conference organized by the Osun State Police Command to reduce election-related violence.
Parties Clash Over Fatal Shooting of Teenager in Ilobu
Political tension escalates in Osun State as the APC and the Imole Campaign Council trade accusations following the tragic killing of a 14-year-old boy in Ilobu.
Osun Father Recounts Son’s Tragic Death During Violent Attack in Ilobu
A father describes the tragic shooting death of his teenage son, Ezekiel, who was killed while helping his mother during a violent incident in Ilobu, Osun State.
Governor Adeleke Denounces Teenager’s Death and Alleges Police Partiality in Osun
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has condemned the killing of a 14-year-old boy in Ilobu, accusing local police of partisan bias and complicity in political violence.
Parties Demand Justice Following Teenager’s Murder in Ilobu
Political tension escalates in Osun State as the Imole Campaign Council and the APC demand justice and a full police investigation into the murder of 14-year-old Ezekiel Olapade in Ilobu.
Ondo APC Senatorial Primary Plunged Into Chaos as Gunmen Attack Adeniyi Adegbomire
Senator Adeniyi Adegbomire narrowly escaped injury after armed thugs disrupted the APC senatorial primaries in Ondo, firing shots at his vehicle and intimidating voters.