By Mojisola Oladele
Osun State Anthem Crest and Flag Bill 2023 have been passed into Law.
The Speaker, of Osun State House of Assembly, Prince Adewale Egbedun who presided over the Plenary said it would be sent to Governor Ademola Adeleke of the state, for assent.
Prince Egbedun explained that the new law is re-enacting the spirit and character of the repealed State of Osun Anthem, Crest, and Flag Law 2012, with vital amendments which reflect the evolving identity and aspirations of the State.
The Speaker said that the new law retains the Osun Anthem which shall be rendered at all public functions in the State, alongside the National Anthem.
Prince Egbedun stressed that the title “State of Osun” has been reversed to Osun State, while the new law adopts the Nigerian National Flag and Coat of Arms as the sole flag and crest to be utilized during public events across the State.
Earlier, The Deputy Speaker and Chairman Of The 7- Man Adhoc Committee, Prince Akinyode Oyewusi presented the Report of its Preliminary Screening for the Commissioner Nominees held last week on the floor of the House.
Responding to the report of the 7 Man -Adhoc Committee which screened the Commissioner nominee, The Speaker Commended the committee for its timely report stressing that the exercise marked a significant milestone in their Legislative Functions.
Prince Egbedun also lauded the committee for its keen sense of responsibility displayed during the preliminary screening exercise.
He urged the Commissioner nominees to ensure they impact positively the development of the State.
Meanwhile, Thirteen out of the Commissioner nominees appeared for further screening today before the whole House has been confirmed.
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