Politics
Osun: PDP dismisses calls for state of emergency
The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Osun State has rejected claims by the All Progressives Congress, APC, that the state is in crisis.
This is as the party dismissed calls for a state of emergency in Osun.
In a statement issued by the state chairman Sunday Bisi on Friday, Osun PDP described the APC’s stance as baseless and affirmed that democratic governance is functioning smoothly across all levels in the state.
The statement said, “There is no breakdown of governance in Osun. The judiciary is operational, the state assembly is active, and the executive is effectively discharging its duties.”
The PDP criticised the APC’s comparison of Osun to Rivers State, stating that the political dynamics in both states are entirely different.
“Osun is not Rivers, and any attempt to equate the two is misleading,” the statement read.
The party accused the APC of inciting the recent local government crisis and blamed the opposition for the violence that erupted during the dispute over council leadership.
It stressed that the APC’s call for a state of emergency is an act of desperation.
“Osun is enjoying democratic dividends, and the government is delivering on its promises despite the APC’s orchestrations to destabilise the state,” Bisi added.
“The Adeleke administration respects the judiciary. The local government dispute arose from illegal appointments made by the former administration. Governor Adeleke has been addressing these issues within the law.”
He referenced a recent meeting of traditional rulers in the state, where royal leaders expressed their support for Governor Ademola Adeleke’s administration.
“The state’s traditional institutions have commended the governor’s adherence to the rule of law,” Bisi said.
The PDP also refuted claims that the Adeleke administration disobeyed court orders, stating that the government has fully complied with judicial rulings
“The APC, on the other hand, continues to misinterpret court judgments for political gain. The governor acted swiftly to prevent further violence, urging all parties to respect legal procedures,” Bisi noted.
Regarding the employment controversy, the PDP maintained that the governor’s decision to review last-minute appointments by the previous administration was necessary and also criticised the APC’s past electoral practices, calling the opposition’s concerns about local elections hypocritical.
“Adeleke is ensuring that recruitment processes are based on merit and financial sustainability. The APC’s local council election was conducted in violation of the law. They have no moral ground to criticise a properly conducted election,” Bisi said.
The PDP accused Osun APC leader Ajibola Bashiru of seeking power through unconstitutional means alleging that rather than embracing the rule of law, the APC is attempting to seize control through violence and misinformation.
Addressing concerns about a strike by local government workers, the PDP said the unrest was caused by security fears following recent violence adding that despite political tensions, the PDP assured that governance in Osun remains stable.
Earlier, the Osun APC in a statement by Kola Olabisi, its Media and Information Director urged the presidency to declare a state of emergency in the state.
The party cited a total collapse of governance at the grassroots level for the reason for the call and claimed that Governor Ademola Adeleke’s administration has rendered local governments non-functional.
Politics
Breaking: Diri Orders Autopsy on Bayelsa Deputy Governor’s Death, Warns Against Politicisation
Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has ordered an autopsy to determine the cause of death of the state’s Deputy Governor, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo.
Governor Diri gave the directive on Saturday while receiving former President Goodluck Jonathan at the Government House in Yenagoa.
Reacting to the incident, the governor condemned what he described as widespread misinformation and speculation on social media, warning against any attempt to politicise the deputy governor’s death.
“I want to make an appeal. I have seen people politicise his death. In Ijaw land, there is no enmity in death. Let nobody politicise the passing of our dearly beloved deputy governor,” Diri said.
“If anyone truly loves him, this is the time to show it. I have directed that an autopsy be carried out to reveal the cause of his death. There is a lot of nonsense going on on social media.”
The governor further urged the public to focus on mourning and honouring the late deputy governor, noting that the state government had declared three working days of mourning in his honour.
“If anyone is issuing statements to eulogise him, let it end there. Let us mourn him because Bayelsa State is in a mourning mood,” he added.
Governor Diri also called for unity and love among the people, reminding them of the inevitability of death.
Speaking during the condolence visit, former President Goodluck Jonathan described the late Ewhrudjakpo as a committed and dedicated individual who played a key role in the activities of his foundation.
“For me, he was someone my foundation and I will never forget. He represented the governor in all our programs,” Jonathan said, adding that Ewhrudjakpo worked tirelessly in that role, even more than when he served as deputy governor.
The founder of Living Faith Church, Bishop David Oyedepo, has said he will never take part in partisan politics, not for even billions of naira.
He stated that no amount of money, including “$1 billion,” (1.4 Trillion naira) would make him join politics.
Oyedepo made this known during an impartation service at Shiloh 2025 held at the church’s headquarters in Canaanland, Ota, Ogun State.
He explained that partisan politics is not part of his life’s calling and that is why he has chosen to stay away from it.
In his words: “In 2015, I warned the church that trouble was coming. Didn’t trouble come?
“Partisan politics is off my calling. If you give me $1 billion to join politics, I won’t, because it is off my course.”
The bishop also said the world is in urgent need of God’s intervention because of the times we are living in.
According to him, believers are being trained as an end-time army to bring solutions to national and global problems, similar to what biblical figures like Joseph and Daniel did.
President Bola Tinubu congratulates Chief Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), on his birthday, December 13.
President Tinubu celebrates with the Minister and former governor of Rivers State, giving thanks to God Almighty for enriching him with a life defined by purpose, service, and courage.
The President describes Chief Wike as an audacious top performer who defies obstacles and delivers results.
President Tinubu acknowledges the ongoing transformation of the Federal Capital Territory through infrastructure expansion, highlighting the Minister’s recent intervention that broke the 14-year logjam in the construction of the Apo-Karshi road.
The President commends Chief Wike for his resilience, can-do attitude, and commitment to excellence in all assignments.
President Tinubu thanks the Minister for his consistent efforts in delivering results and wishes him a happy birthday and strength to further his good work in the FCT.
“Nyesom Wike has been one of the shining stars in the cabinet, an exceptional performer, developing infrastructure in the Federal capital as never seen before and proving that his moniker as ‘Mr Project’ is not limited to his home state of Rivers.
“I commend him for being one of the champions of our Renewed Hope Agenda, even though he belongs to another party and wish him well as he marks another year in his life journey”.
Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(Information and Strategy)
December 13, 2025
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