The Osun State Government has been barred by a High Court sitting in Ede from filling the vacant stool of the Olojo of Ojo in Egbedore Local Government Area.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The interim order was issued on October 29, 2026, by Justice K. Akano following an application filed by some princes from one of the town’s ruling houses.

The suit, marked HED/18/2026, was instituted by Princes Babatunde Adegoke, Taofeek Adegoke, Nathaniel Adelakun, Abiodun Adelakun and Olukunle Oyetunji, on behalf of themselves and other members of their family.

The applicants were represented by their counsel, A. Mikaheel.

Those listed as defendants include Governor Ademola Adeleke, the state Attorney-General, the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, and the Egbedore Traditional Council.

Prince Mike Abiola, representing the Onimolodun Ruling House, and High Chief Falowo Adebayo, on behalf of the kingmakers, were also joined in the suit.

In its ruling, the court restrained the defendants and anyone acting on their behalf from taking steps to install a new Olojo of Ojo until the claimants’ pending application is determined.

The judge specifically ordered:

“An order of interim injunction is hereby granted restraining the defendants, their allies, agents, privies, successors and/or whosoever is claiming through them from installing, appointing, declaring, recognising and/or accepting any candidate as Olojo of Ojo, pending the hearing and determination of the motion on notice filed on 11th March, 2026.”

The development comes amid another traditional leadership dispute in Ijabe, Odo-Otin Local Government Area, where four ruling houses have taken the state government to court.

The families are challenging the October 23, 2026, decision of the State Executive Council, which reportedly nullified the town’s 2018 amended chieftaincy declaration and approved Babatunde Tajudeen as the new Onijabe of Ijabeland.

On October 24, the state government announced Tajudeen’s appointment alongside those of other traditional rulers in a statement issued by the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Kolapo Alimi.

Manchester United and Leeds United are reportedly interested in signing Super Eagles defenders Calvin Bassey and Zaidu Sanusi as they look to reinforce their defensive departments ahead of the January transfer window.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Manchester United have reportedly identified Bassey as a potential addition following his impressive displays for Fulham, where the 26-year-old has become one of the club’s most consistent performers despite their difficult campaign.

According to TEAMtalk, United’s recruitment team have been monitoring the Nigerian international, whose performances have also earned him the captain’s armband at Craven Cottage.

Bassey’s current contract is due to expire next summer, although Fulham have the option of extending it by another year. The London club are keen to secure his long-term future but could face competition from several interested teams.

The Red Devils are reportedly planning a major squad overhaul in 2027, with Luke Shaw, Lisandro Martinez and Harry Maguire all approaching the final months of their contracts.

Martinez is also said to be considering an exit from Old Trafford, with Barcelona reportedly making enquiries about his availability.

Bassey’s experience in the Premier League and his versatility, which allows him to play both as a centre-back and left-back, have reportedly made him an appealing option for Manchester United.

However, the English club are not alone in monitoring the defender, as Newcastle United, Everton, Inter Milan, Borussia Dortmund and RB Leipzig are also said to be interested in his situation.

Meanwhile, Leeds United are reportedly considering a move for another Nigerian defender, Sanusi, when the January transfer window opens.

According to Football Insider, Leeds manager Daniel Farke wants to strengthen his left-back position and has identified the Porto player as a possible signing.

The 29-year-old could provide competition for Sweden international Gabriel Gudmundsson, who joined Leeds in 2025 and has impressed with his performances.

Leeds have reportedly considered signing Sanusi during the previous two transfer windows and have continued to monitor his situation.

The Ekiti State Command of the Nigeria Police Force has dismissed reports that African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, was kidnapped.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In a statement issued on Friday, the Command said Sowore was involved in an altercation with some individuals at a restaurant in the Dalimore area of Ado-Ekiti, after which the police were immediately alerted.

According to the statement, signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abutu Sunday, officers swiftly responded to the incident and rescued the politician.

The police added that Sowore sustained minor injuries and was taken to the Police Hospital in Ado-Ekiti for medical attention.

The Commissioner of Police in the state, Falade Adegoroye Michael, has reportedly ordered a discreet investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident, identify those involved and ensure that anyone found culpable is brought to justice.

The statement read, “The attention of the Ekiti State Police Command has been drawn to a message circulating on social media alleging that Mr. Omoyele Sowore, the African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate in the forthcoming presidential election, was kidnapped by armed thugs in Ado-Ekiti, with his whereabouts unknown.

“The Command wishes to categorically clarify that Mr. Sowore was not kidnapped. Rather, preliminary information indicates that he had an altercation with some individuals at a restaurant around Dalimore area, Ado-Ekiti, following which the Police were immediately alerted.

“Upon receiving the report, Police operatives swiftly mobilised to the scene and successfully rescued him. He, however, sustained a minor injury and is currently receiving medical attention at the Police Hospital, Ado-Ekiti.”

The Command said the police commissioner had directed a discreet investigation into the matter to determine what happened and identify everyone involved.

It also urged members of the public to remain calm, disregard reports of an alleged kidnapping and avoid sharing unverified information capable of causing panic or tension.

The police further reaffirmed their commitment to protecting lives and property across Ekiti State, regardless of political affiliation or social status.

The clarification followed earlier reports that Sowore had been kidnapped in the state and that his whereabouts were unknown.

However, the AAC presidential candidate, while reacting to the incident, disputed the police account that it was an altercation, insisting that he was attacked.