The Coalition of United Political Parties, CUPP, has said it would welcome international assistance if the Federal Government failed to decisively address the ongoing killings by armed groups across the country. This was stated by the National Secretary of CUPP, Peter Ameh, on Sunday in Abuja in reaction to comments by US President Donald […] The post Trump: ‘We Welcome Foreign Support If FG Fails To End Killings’ – CUPP appeared first on OsunDefender.

The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, on Sunday, asked its members to gather in Washington, DC, United States, for a protest against the Nigerian government’s moves to counter allegations of a Christian genocide in the country. In a statement issued by its spokesman, Emma Powerful, on behalf of the group’s detained leader, Nnamdi Kanu, IPOB […] The post Genocide: IPOB Calls For Protest In Washington DC appeared first on OsunDefender.

By Wahab Abiona Nigeria’s equities market has staged a remarkable rally in recent months, defying the persistent weakness of the broader economy. This paradox reflects a widening disconnect between financial market optimism and the realities of the productive economy the true engine of sustainable growth. While investors continue to show confidence in listed firms, the […] The post [PERSPECTIVE] Rising Beyond Reality: Why Nigeria’s Stock Market Soars Amid A Sluggish Economy appeared first on OsunDefender.

  The Ogunsua of Modakeke, Oba Joseph Olu Toriola, has suspended the planned installation of Mrs Saaratu Saminu as the new Iyaloja (Market Leader) of the town following a court order on Friday. The development followed a lingering dispute over the removal of the former Iyaloja, Alhaja Khadijat Ibraheem Araokanmi, which had sparked controversy in […] The post Ogunsua Halts Installation of New Iyaloja After Court Order appeared first on OsunDefender.

  Human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has said that Nigeria’s redemption depends on responsible leadership and not foreign intervention. Sowore stated this in reaction to comments by former United States President, Donald Trump, who recently declared that Christianity faces an “existential threat” in Nigeria. Trump, in a post on his Truth […] The post Trump: Nigeria’s Requires Responsible Leadership, Not Foreign Intervention – Sowore appeared first on OsunDefender.

  The leadership and members of Omoluabi Progressives have resolved to pick its aspirant for the December 12 primary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), ahead of the 2026 governorship election in Osun State from the West Senatorial District. The tendency also agreed to present a consensus aspirant ahead of the shadow election. OSUN DEFENDER […] The post 2026: Omoluabi Progressives To Pick Guber Aspirant From Osun West appeared first on OsunDefender.

  The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has reacted to comments by former U.S. President Donald Trump describing Nigeria as a “disgraceful country.” Trump, in a statement on Saturday, warned that the United States could halt all aid to Nigeria if the government failed to address alleged religious persecution and attacks on Christians. Responding via its […] The post Why Donald Trump Named Nigeria ‘Disgraced Country’ – ADC appeared first on OsunDefender.

  Five governorship aspirants under the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) have officially obtained nomination forms ahead of the 2026 Ekiti Governorship Election. Those who picked up the forms include former Deputy Governor, Prof. Olusola Eleka (Ikere); Amb. Dare Bejide (Ilawe); Otunba Emmanuel Fayose (Afao); Barr. Femi Adegbite (Ado-Ekiti); and Apostle David Adesua […] The post Former Dep Gov, 4 Others Obtain ADC Nomination Forms To Contest Ekiti Guber appeared first on OsunDefender.

  Mixed reactions have continued to trail President Bola Tinubu’s approval of a 15 per cent import duty on petrol and diesel, as Nigerians express concern over its likely impact on living costs and inflation. The new policy, announced on October 29, mandates importers to pay a 15 per cent levy on the cost, insurance, […] The post Tinubu’s New 15% Fuel Import Duty Is More Burden On Us – Nigerians appeared first on OsunDefender.

President Bola Tinubu is set to visit the United States on Tuesday amid tensions over U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat of military action against Nigeria. According to SaharaReporters, presidential sources said that Tinubu will hold diplomatic meetings in Washington this week. The medium said Vice President James David Vance is expected to receive the Nigerian […] The post Genocide Claim: Tinubu To Visit U.S. Amid Trump Threat appeared first on OsunDefender.

The Deputy National Legal Adviser of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has criticised the party’s National Chairman, Iliya Damagum, describing his tenure as “horrible, embarrassing and unfortunate.” Speaking on Saturday during an interview with Arise TV, Osuoha accused Damagum of gross incompetence and failing in his leadership duties. “This tenure of Ambassador Damagum is horrible, […] The post PDP Legal Adviser Slams Damagum, Calls His Tenure ‘Embarrassing’ appeared first on OsunDefender.

  Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has said his inclusive leadership style, rooted in fairness, justice and even distribution of development, has continued to attract members of the opposition to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking at a mega rally in Kafanchan Township Stadium on Saturday, where Senator Sunday Katung (Southern Kaduna) and three […] The post Fair Governance Attracting Defectors To APC — Uba Sani appeared first on OsunDefender.

  The Presidency has confirmed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will meet with former United States President Donald Trump in the coming days to discuss allegations of a “Christian genocide” in Nigeria and issues relating to counterterrorism cooperation. This was disclosed by Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, in a post […] The post Tinubu To Meet Trump Over Alleged “Christian Genocide” In Nigeria appeared first on OsunDefender.

The Igbaro family of Ojaja Compound in Ile-Ife, Osun State, has appealed for peace and understanding among members of the Ojaja family following ongoing disagreements over the sharing and management of landed properties inherited from the late Oba Olasoni Orarigba, Ojaja I, a former Ooni of Ife. ‎Speaking at a press conference, Prince Awoyefa Eyitayo, […] The post Ife Royal Family Calls For Peaceful Resolution Over Late Ooni’s Property appeared first on OsunDefender.

  The House of Representatives is considering a bill seeking to promote sustainable rural development, reduce poverty, and enhance the livelihoods of Nigerians living in agrarian communities. Titled “The National Integrated Rural Development Bill, 2025,” the proposed legislation aims to provide wage employment opportunities for unskilled labourers in rural areas, guaranteeing a daily wage of […] The post Reps Propose ₦3,500 Daily Wage for Unskilled Labour appeared first on OsunDefender.

    President Bola Tinubu has told Donald Trump, his American counterpart, that Nigeria does not tolerate religious persecution. Tinubu stated this in his personal response to Trump, after the American President redesignated Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern”. Trump had on Friday claimed that Nigerian Christians were facing existential threat, vowing that the […] The post Nigeria Doesn’t Tolerate Religious Persecution, Tinubu Replies Trump appeared first on OsunDefender.

  Resident doctors in Osun State have joined the indefinite strike declared by the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD), leading to a suspension of medical services at the Osun State University Teaching Hospital, Osogbo. The strike, which began on Saturday, follows the directive of the NARD national leadership after the expiration of a 30-day […] The post Osun Resident Doctors Join Nationwide Strike appeared first on OsunDefender.

  The lawmaker representing Borno South, Senator Ali Ndume, has blamed the President Bola Tinubu’s administration and the Senate for the tagging of Nigeria by the United States President, Donald Trump, as ‘Country of Particular Concern’. Ndume, in a statement on Saturday in Abuja, accused both the executive and legislative arms of complacency, saying their […] The post Ndume Blames FG, Senate For Trump’s Designation Of Nigeria As ‘Country Of Particular Concern’ appeared first on OsunDefender.

  United States President Donald Trump on Saturday, said that he has asked the Defence Department to prepare for possible military action in Nigeria if the Nigerian government “continues to allow the killing of Christians.” Trump disclosed this in a statement on his Truth Social. It would be recalled that Trump had on Friday designated […] The post Genocide: Trump Threatens Military Action In Nigeria appeared first on OsunDefender.

Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, the National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and one of the Fathers of the Day, at the Swearing-In Ceremony for the Chairman and New General Executives of the Otito-Inu Multipurpose Cooperative Society, as well as the Launch of a Fifty Million Naira Appeal Fund. The event is happening today, Saturday, […] The post PHOTONEWS: Aregbesola Attends Otito-Inu Cooperative Society Event In Osun appeared first on OsunDefender.

The crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party has taken a new dimension as a faction backed by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, announced the suspension of the Acting National Chairman, Umar Damagum, and five other members of the National Working Committee. Briefing newsmen in Abuja on Saturday on behalf of the […] The post More Crisis In PDP As Factions Emerge, Anyanwu Group Suspends Damagum, Others appeared first on OsunDefender.

‎ ‎Yobe State Police Command has announced the escape of one condemned inmate, Abba Hassan, from the Maximum Security Custodial Centre, Potiskum. ‎ ‎The Command through its Public Relations Officer, SP Dungus Abdulkarim, said the fugitive is a native of Borno State. ‎ ‎The police warned the public to be vigilant and support the command […] The post Police Declare Manhunt As Death Row Inmate Escapes Custody ‎ appeared first on OsunDefender.

Residents of Igbogila community in Yewa North Local Government Area of Ogun State have appealed to Governor Dapo Abiodun to urgently intervene in the prolonged kingship crisis that has engulfed the town following the demise of their late monarch, Oba Ebenezer Olanloye. The residents, led by the youth group, staged a peaceful protest on Friday, […] The post Residents Protest Kingship Tussle In Ogun, Beg Gov. Abiodun appeared first on OsunDefender.

The Senator representing Kaduna South Senatorial District, Senator Sunday Marshall Katung has dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Announcing his defection in a statement titled: “A new chapter: A Message of unity and purpose,” Katung said the decision followed weeks of wide consultations with constituents, political stakeholders, family […] The post Kaduna Senator Dumps PDP, Joins APC appeared first on OsunDefender.

  American rapper Onika Maraj, professionally known as Nicki Minaj, has expressed her appreciation following U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to label Nigeria a “country of particular concern” over alleged religious persecution. Trump, in a post on his Truth Social account on Friday, claimed that Christianity in Nigeria faces an “existential threat,” accusing radical Islamists […] The post Nicki Minaj Praises Trump for Designating Nigeria ‘Country of Particular Concern’ appeared first on OsunDefender.

  The Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja has sentenced a 19-year-old teacher, Abdullahi Abbass to life imprisonment for raping a nine-year old pupil. The court presided over by Justice M Osho Adebiyi, sentenced the teacher working in one of the foremost schools located in Kwali, to life imprisonment, without option of fine. The […] The post Court Jails Teacher For Life For Raping 9-Year-Old Pupil appeared first on OsunDefender.

  Veteran Yoruba actress, Peju Ogunmola, has announced her return to the movie industry months after the death of her son, Ayomikun. The actress, a respected name in Yoruba Nollywood, lost her son earlier this year, an incident that drew tributes and sympathy from her colleagues across the film industry. Several Nollywood stars, including Funsho […] The post Veteran Actress Peju Ogunmola Returns to Acting Months After Losing Son appeared first on OsunDefender.

‎A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun, Falilat Oyetunji popularly known as Ero Arike, has publicly threatened members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), saying she owns a gun and could shoot anyone who comes for her. ‎ ‎In a viral video circulating on Facebook, Ero Arike accused certain PDP members of […] The post I Have a Gun — I Can Shoot Anyone,’ Ero Arike Openly Declare War On PDP Members ‎ ‎ appeared first on OsunDefender.

The National Working Committee, NWC, of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has suspended the Party’s National Secretary, Senator Samuel Anyanwu; Legal Adviser, Kamaldeen Ajibade; Deputy Legal Adviser, Okechukwu Osuoha; and National Organizing Secretary, Umaru Bature for one month. Their suspension followed a court ruling that halted the party’s planned national convention. The National Publicity Secretary […] The post PDP Suspends Anyanwu, Others appeared first on OsunDefender.

Akwa Ibom State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a leader of a masquerade cultural group, Uwem Umana, and one other person for alleged involvement in a series of criminal activities, including illegal assembly, armed blockage of a public highway and extortion. Their arrest was disclosed in a statement by the command’s Public Relations […] The post Masquerade Leader, One Other Arrested For Alleged Extortion appeared first on OsunDefender.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has suspended some of its officers following allegations by Nigerian rapper Oladipupo Oladimeji, popularly known as Oladips, that they extorted ₦10 million from him during his detention in 2024. Oladips, in a recent appearance on the Trending podcast, narrated that EFCC operatives stormed his Lagos home in a […] The post EFCC Suspends Officers Over Oladips’ ₦10m Extortion Allegation appeared first on OsunDefender.

As the month of November 2025 unfolds, it brings with it a fresh wave of hope, gratitude, and endless possibilities. The start of a new month is always a perfect opportunity to reflect on the past, embrace the present, and look forward to the future with renewed energy. Whether you are reaching out to family, […] The post 50 Happy New Month Messages, Wishes and Prayers for November 2025 appeared first on OsunDefender.

The National Vice Chairman (South-South) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Emmanuel Ogidi, has accused the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, and his allies of working against the interests of the party and described them as not genuine PDP members. Ogidi made the remark on Friday during an interview on Arise Television. […] The post Wike, Allies Working Against PDP – Ogidi appeared first on OsunDefender.

Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore has warned against simplifying Nigeria’s complex security challenges as a purely religious issue. He said the nation’s salvation depends on responsible leadership, not foreign intervention. Sowore made the remark in response to US President Donald Trump’s recent declaration that Christianity faces an “existential threat” in Nigeria. On Friday, Trump, via […] The post Genocide Claim: Sowore Warns Against Reducing Nigeria’s Crisis to Religion appeared first on OsunDefender.

  An old tweet of President Bola Tinubu condemning the killings of Christian worshippers in Nigeria has resurfaced following the designation of Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern,” by the United States. OSUN DEFENDER reports that President Donald Trump, on Friday night, announced in a Truth Social post later shared on the White House’s […] The post Genocide: Are You Competent? – Nigerians Ask As Old Tinubu’s Tweet Slamming Jonathan Over Christians Killing Resurfaces appeared first on OsunDefender.

  Former PDP Deputy National Chairman (South), Olabode George, has criticised a Federal High Court ruling that stopped the party from holding its national convention in Ibadan, Oyo State, scheduled for 15 to 16 November. Justice James Omotosho of Abuja’s Federal High Court on Friday restrained the PDP from proceeding with the event, citing alleged […] The post Bode George Slams Court For Stopping PDP Nov Convention appeared first on OsunDefender.