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Land dispute creates tension in Osogbo, Ede

In a dramatic turn of events in Osun State, the recent coronation of Oba Yusuf Jelili Olaiya as the Ajeniju of Halleluyah has reignited centuries old land dispute between Ede and Osogbo. The dispute, rooted in colonial-era territorial claims, has escalated tensions and thrust long-standing grievances into the public eye again.

The deep-seated dispute, each with its own historical and cultural attachments to the contested land is already snowballing into a supremacy battle within the state. While politicians were also capitalising on it to push their agenda and  mobilise support for their dreams.

Apart from boundaries issue with Osogbo, Ede is also at loggerheads with some other communities over land. Some of the areas currently subjects of controversy include: Abeere, Ogo-Oluwa, Halleluyah, Ido-Osun, Agunbelewo, Edunabon-Ife and Awo

The recent installation of Oba Olaiya, in a domain that already has its own traditional institution, loyal to Osogbo, is being celebrated in Ede as a symbol of historical importance. However, this event heightened the conflict over a coveted parcel of land that both communities value highly for its economic and cultural significance.

For the indigenes of Ede, the new Oba’s ascension represents a chance to assert their historical claims and bolster their traditional authority. They view his leadership as a beacon of Ede’s enduring resilience and a critical step towards reclaiming what they consider their ancestral land.

On the other hand, Osogbo, with its own deep historical ties to the contested land, perceives the appointment of Oba Olaiya as a direct challenge to its established rights. The people of Osogbo argued that dispute over boundaries was not new. They cited past failed attempts by the previous Timi(s) of Ede to claim parts of Osogboland in 1879, 1929, 1935, 1951, 1989, 1996, 2000, 2006 and 2010.

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According to them, these attempts were all unsuccessful, but reaffirmed Osogbo’s status as the rightful owner of its territory. Osogbo indigenes asserted that all evidence, judgments and administrative records support their claims and are accessible.

Some Osogbo residents accused Governor Ademola Adeleke of bias, alleging that he is favouring Ede and its paramount ruler, Oba Munirudeen Adesola Lawal, by supporting what they perceive as an expansionist agenda. They argued that the governor’s actions and inactions are seen as preferential treatment, exacerbating tensions between the communities.

The people of Ido-Osun in Egbedore Local Government, have also raised concerns about a potential change in the designation of their community as the host of the MKO Abiola Airport.

They alleged that the Adeleke administration is attempting to alter the airport’s host community designation to include Ede: “Recent references to the airport as MKO Abiola International Airport, Ido Osun, Ede North/Egbedore Local Government Areas are fraudulent and misleading.”

Prince Abass Adeyeye, President, Ido-Osun Youth Forum, specifically accused Bashiru Salam, chairman of the airport committee, of leading this alleged effort. Adeyeye insisted that the airport was never co-hosted by Ido-Osun and Ede. He called on Adeleke and security agencies to address and rectify the situation promptly to prevent potential communal conflict.

Osogbo Development Action Group’s (ODAG) coordinator and secretary, Mr Ajani Lukman and Mr Oladejo Suhaib respectively, in response to the documents circulating on social media containing survey plans, court’s judgment and others, voiced strong objections to what they view as encroachments by Ede.

They accused Oba Lawal of overreaching in his claims and making provocative statements about Osogbo and the surrounding local government areas.

ODAG called for state intervention, demanding the cancellation of Oba Olaiya’s controversial installation, the invalidation of disputed land surveys and the demolition of structures allegedly built on land claimed by Osogbo. It also called for a judicial inquiry to resolve the persistent disputes and ensure lasting peace.

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Compounding the situation, the group raised concerns about the designation of the Osun State Secretariat: “Naming it Abere rather than Osogbo undermines Osogbo’s status as the state capital and can escalate into a constitutional issue if not urgently addressed.

“If this aggression is not curtailed on time and the areas are left prone to security threats, it would not do the state any good and would appear as if the governor is abusing his position to lord Ede over other towns by encroaching on their lands including Osogbo and Olorunda LGs.

“It’s totally absurd for an appointed Chief to overlord on Osogbo land. It is audaciously laughable for Timi to claim ownership of a place like  Agunbelewo and other places in that axis which have never been a subject of dispute.”

Attempts to contact Governor Adeleke’s spokesperson by phone regarding the allegations against the governor and his administration were unsuccessful, as calls went unanswered and the text messages remained unreturned

He was called twice on Tuesday before sending text message that was not replied. Again, yesterday, Wednesday, he was called in the morning. He rejected the call and did not call back.

However, when contacted yesterday, Special Adviser to the Governor on Chieftaincy Affairs, Adam Akintunde Akindeere, who is also Ede indigene, said: “That is no issue. It is the opposition making issue out of nothing. All these attempts were meant to tarnish the image of the governor and our monarch, Oba Lawal.

“They are all out to destroy the cordial relationship between Ede and Oshogbo and pull down the administration of Governor Adeleke.

“You are invited to a press conference that will hold on Thursday (today). All these issues will be addressed by our elders and leaders.”

Osun State Police Command acting Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Giwa-Alade Emmanuel, said the absence of the Commissioner of Police (CP) has not allowed the command to reach a conclusion on the matter: “There has not been management meeting because the CP is not around.

“When the CP returns, we will review the matter and hold a press briefing to tell the public our findings.”

Land dispute creates tension in Osogbo, Ede

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I Caught My Husband in Our Matrimonial Bed With Another Woman, Waited for Them to Finish – Wife

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I Caught My Husband in Our Matrimonial Bed With Another Woman, Waited for Them to Finish – Wife

 

KUMASI, GHANA — A woman has sparked widespread reactions after recounting how she caught her husband allegedly having an affair with another woman in their matrimonial bedroom but chose to wait until they were done before confronting him.

 

The woman made the revelation during an interview on Nhyira 104.5 FM, where she narrated the shocking experience and her unusual reaction to discovering her husband’s alleged infidelity.

 

According to her account, she returned home unexpectedly and discovered that her husband was in their bedroom with another woman.

 

Rather than immediately confronting the pair, creating a scene or attempting to force her way into the room, she decided to remain calm and wait for them to finish.

 

“I caught my husband in our bed with another woman, so I waited for them to finish,” she reportedly told the programme’s presenters.

 

Her revelation has since generated considerable attention on social media, with clips from the interview circulating across various online platforms and triggering heated discussions about marriage, betrayal and relationships.

 

The woman’s unusual decision to wait instead of immediately confronting her husband has particularly divided social media users.

 

Some commentators expressed admiration for her composure, arguing that she demonstrated remarkable self-control in a situation that could easily have resulted in a heated confrontation.

 

Others, however, questioned how she managed to remain calm after discovering such an intimate betrayal, with some suggesting that the shock of the discovery might have left her temporarily speechless.

 

Some social media users also wondered what happened after the couple allegedly finished, particularly how the woman confronted her husband and what explanation he offered for the incident.

 

Others turned the story into a broader discussion about the importance of faithfulness and respect in marriage, insisting that no spouse should have to endure the humiliation of discovering an affair in their matrimonial home.

 

The account also attracted humorous reactions from some online commentators, who described the woman’s patience as extraordinary, while others said they would have reacted very differently if they had found themselves in a similar situation.

 

However, the circumstances surrounding the alleged affair, including the identity of the other woman and what happened after the discovery, have not been independently established.

 

As the interview continues to circulate online, the woman’s account has added another chapter to ongoing social media conversations about marital infidelity, trust, emotional control and the painful consequences of betrayal.

 

I Caught My Husband in Our Matrimonial Bed With Another Woman, Waited for Them to Finish – Wife

 

 

 

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Court Admits Supreme Court Judgment Against Emefiele in $4.5bn, N2.8bn Fraud Trial Despite Defence Objection

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Court Admits Supreme Court Judgment Against Emefiele in $4.5bn, N2.8bn Fraud Trial Despite Defence Objection
Former CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele in court

Court Admits Supreme Court Judgment Against Emefiele in $4.5bn, N2.8bn Fraud Trial Despite Defence Objection

LAGOS, NIGERIA — The Ikeja Special Offences Court has overruled an objection by former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, and admitted a certified true copy of a Supreme Court judgment into evidence in his ongoing $4.5 billion and N2.8 billion fraud trial.

Justice Rahman Oshodi, who presided over the proceedings on Friday, admitted the judgment as Exhibit L, ruling that it was a public document admissible in evidence.

The document reportedly concerns multiple properties forfeited to the Federal Government and allegedly linked to the former CBN governor.

The prosecution had sought to tender the Supreme Court judgment through its eighth witness, Alvan Gurumnaan, the lead investigator in the case.

However, Emefiele’s defence counsel opposed its admission, questioning its relevance and legal admissibility in the ongoing criminal proceedings.

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Emefiele is facing a 19-count charge bordering on alleged gratification, corrupt demands and abuse of office involving $4.5 billion and N2.8 billion.

He is standing trial alongside Henry Omoile, who faces a separate three-count charge over the alleged unlawful acceptance of gifts.

During Friday’s proceedings, the defence challenged the prosecution’s attempt to introduce the Supreme Court judgment, raising concerns about its relevance to the criminal trial and the circumstances surrounding the document’s presentation.

The defence also questioned the prosecution’s reliance on the judgment, which arose from a forfeiture-related matter.

In his ruling, Justice Oshodi dismissed the objections, holding that a certified true copy of a court judgment qualifies as a public document that can be admitted in evidence.

The judge explained that judgments are tendered in subsequent proceedings to establish what a court had previously decided, not to automatically import the evidence presented in the earlier case into a fresh trial.

He cited several judicial authorities, including David v. Friyisi Akperen (2000), Egwu v. Ezeubu (1992), Okoye v. Ogoji (1991) and Ademba v. Odizi (1999), in support of his position.

Justice Oshodi further held that the omission of certain ancillary details did not make the certified judgment incomplete or inadmissible.

Following the ruling, the court admitted the document as Exhibit L, with its use restricted to establishing the decisions previously reached by the Supreme Court concerning the disputed assets.

The development marks another stage in the prosecution’s presentation of evidence against the former CBN governor.

The court subsequently adjourned the case until December 17, 2026, for the continuation of cross-examination and further proceedings.

 

Court Admits Supreme Court Judgment Against Emefiele in $4.5bn, N2.8bn Fraud Trial Despite Defence Objection

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[ICYMI] Mohbad Was Killed Over DNA Dispute, His Friend Told Me – Father Alleges

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[ICYMI] Mohbad Was Killed Over DNA Dispute, His Friend Told Me – Father Alleges

 

LAGOS, Nigeria — Joseph Aloba, father of late Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, has alleged that his son was killed over issues surrounding DNA testing and paternity.

 

Aloba made the startling allegation during an emotional interview, claiming that a close friend of the late singer told him that the controversy over paternity was connected to his son’s death.

 

” Mohbad was killed because of DNA. I’m saying it now for the whole world to hear. Mohbad was killed because of DNA, his friend told me. He was killed because of paternity,” the bereaved father declared.

 

His claim has introduced another dimension to the controversy surrounding the circumstances of the singer’s death and the prolonged dispute within his family.

 

DNA Controversy Deepens

 

Mohbad died on September 12, 2023, at the age of 27, under circumstances that have continued to generate public debate and calls for justice.

 

Since his death, a protracted disagreement has emerged between his father and widow, Omowunmi Aloba, over the paternity of their son, Liam.

 

The dispute has also fuelled demands for a DNA test to establish the child’s biological paternity.

 

The controversy took another turn following reported court-ordered DNA sample collection involving parties connected to the dispute in October, although the outcome of the process remains a subject of public interest.

 

Father Seeks Public Support

 

During the interview, Joseph Aloba appealed to Nigerians and other well-meaning individuals to support his demand for justice and transparency over his son’s death.

 

He maintained that there were deeper issues surrounding the events that preceded the singer’s demise, pointing specifically to the alleged connection between the DNA controversy and the circumstances of his death.

 

However, his latest allegation has not been independently substantiated, and no official investigative finding has established that a DNA or paternity dispute was responsible for Mohbad’s death.

 

The allegation is therefore expected to generate further reactions as Nigerians continue to demand answers over the circumstances surrounding the death of the former Marlian Records singer.

 

Mohbad’s death remains a subject of public interest, with his family and supporters continuing to seek clarity and justice.

[ICYMI] Mohbad Was Killed Over DNA Dispute, His Friend Told Me – Father Alleges

 

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