Economy

We are ensuring ease of doing business – Gov. Adeleke

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By Funmi Ojo

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has described business as the bedrock of national development.

Governor Adeleke stated this when he received the leadership of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria, MAN, comprising of Osun, Oyo, Ekiti and Ondo states at the Government House, Oke-fia, Osogbo.

The Governor who maintained that developed countries thrives due to the industrial revolution said Osun is industrial-friendly and will never undermine business establishment.

He said his administration has been partnering with Osun State Chambers of Commerce and Industry, stressing that the State government is ensuring ease of doing business.

While describing MAN as top employers of labour, creating national wealth through entrepreneurs, the Governor said the State is open for business to address poverty and create wealth.

Earlier, the Chairman of the Association, Mr Lanre Popoola had said the association is working towards contributing to the growth of manufacturing Industries in Osun State through collaboration with the Government to address challenges such as infrastructural development; access to finance and markets.

While soliciting the support of the government on the Akoda-Ede Industrial Estate construction, Mr. Popoola maintained that this would attract investors that can contribute to the economic growth of the State as well as improve the well-being of the people of the State.

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Lifestyle

Oba Balogun’s reign was tranquil – Gov Adeleke

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By Funmi Ojo

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has described the passing of the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Dr. Moshood Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunade II, as devastating, saying the late monarch will be missed for the peace and tranquillity that his reign witnessed in Ibadan.

Governor Adeleke commiserated with his Oyo state counterpart, Engr. Seyi Makinde, the Olubadan–In–Council, the people of Ibadan and the immediate family of Oba Balogun, whom he said used his revered stool to promote unity and progress of the Yoruba race.

He added that Oba Balogun was a highly respected monarch, who served the people of Ibadan with passion and honour, noting that his exit to the great beyond will leave a void for Ibadan he served for years to come. 

“On behalf of the Government and the people of Osun State, I extend my heartfelt condolence to the Government of Oyo State and the people of Ibadan on the passing of the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, HIM Oba Dr. Moshood Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunade II,” the Governor was quoted to have said in a condolence message. 

“Oba Balogun was a great source of inspiration in impactful leadership, and his demise means we’re denied the immense benefits of the quality of his insights, wise counsels and unrestrained passion for the physical growth of Ibadanland and its people.

“It is my prayer that Eledumare comforts everyone touched by this huge loss and as Yoruba culture infers, may Oba Balogun rest well as he joins his forebears.”

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Politics

Adeleke Calls for Harmonious Relationship with IPAC

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By Funmi Ojo

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has called for a harmonious relationship with the Inter-party Advisory Council, Osun State Chapter, to move the state forward jointly.

Governor Adeleke stated this when he received members of the Inter-party Advisory Council at his office, State Secretariat, Abere, Osun State

He stressed that his administration is open to deep engagement with the political class that the association represents, pointing out that when an election is completed, the political class should meet to deliberate on how to move the State forward.

He spoke further, “Once the election is over, it should be in the best interest of every political class to be thinking of how the elected government will succeed. We should be aware of the thinking of the citizenry.

“The citizenry has seen politicians as self-serving, but we must change that perception by truly supporting ourselves while in office. 

While promising to take necessary action towards IPAC’s request, Governor Adeleke urged IPAC to come up with a good political ideology to develop the State.

Earlier, the Chairman of IPAC, Pastor Victor Akande had explained that the council came for the visit to acquaint the newly elected Executive of the council with the Governor.

He noted that IPAC is not an opposition to the government, but a collaborative partner in progress, promising to give necessary support to ensure Governor Adeleke’s success in the administration of the State, admitting that the success of the Governor is their success.

While commending the Governor for his generosity towards members of the group during the distribution of palliative in the State, the IPAC Chairman noted that the gesture has indeed alleviated the burden of members caused by the subsidy removal by the federal government.

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Education

FCE Iwo Appeals to Adeleke for Accessible Road, Electricity

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By Funmi Ojo

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has advised the management of Federal College of Education, Iwo to carry the State Government along in the running inclusion of the institution.

Governor Adeleke stated this during a courtesy visit paid to him in his office by the management of the Federal College of Education, Iwo.

He stressed that Osun has the enabling environment to accommodate Federal Institutions and his administration is always available to support such institutions.

The Governor, however, assured them of the support of the State Government and advised the Provost to send a situation report to him through the Ministry of Education to update the government on what could be done for the effective running of the institution.

Earlier, the Provost of the College, Professor Rafiu Adebayo commended Governor Adeleke for his laudable achievements recorded in the education sector, saying the State had witnessed school infrastructure development, increased funding for the education sector and recruiting of teachers to address the shortage of teachers in public schools.

Professor Adebayo, while presenting his requests, appealed to the Governor to provide accessible roads to the College and electricity to justify the sitting of the institution in Iwo by the Federal Government,.

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Infrastructure

Governor Adeleke to Launch Infra Plan, Approves Royal Arena

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By Funmi Ojo

As work continues on the state’s multi-billion naira infrastructure plan, Governor Ademola Adeleke is set to launch road dualisation at Ilesa and the underpass at Ikirun.

In a statement issued by the Spokesperson to the State Governor, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, the procurement process on the Ilesa dualisation and the Ikirun underpass is reported to be ongoing and nearing completion.

Between now and next month, the procurement process will be completed and actual work will start in earnest. Mr Governor was recently at the palace of His Majesty, the Owa of Ijesaland and he restated his firm commitment to the development of Ijesaland and other parts of the state.

Mr. Governor has further directed that additional features be included at Owa’s Palace end of the dualisation from the Brewery area. A royal arena is to be included right from the palace of Owa. This will add colours to the ancient city of Ilesa.

While reaffirming the Governor’s resolve to develop all parts of the state, the Spokesperson restated that Governor Adeleke has not borrowed a kobo since he assumed office either for the ongoing multi-billion naira infra plan or for other purposes.

It must be stated that the funding for the infra plan is coming from savings from government revenue and inflows as well as blockage of leakage from revenue space. A dedicated project account serves as a holding point.

The public may also want to note that the Governor’s prudent management of public resources accounted for the successful take-off of the University of Ilesa as well as recent approval for the reconstruction of all internal roads within the university.

Aside from the dualisation , it is important to stress that the infra plan also covers 1.5km across all the 30 local governments in the state including the area office, complete renovation of 31 selected schools, fresh 332 water projects for each of the  332 political wards and renovation/upgrade of primary healthcare centres across the local government.

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Infrastructure

Dangote Hails Adeleke for Osun Multi-Billion Infrastructure Plan

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By Funmi Ojo

President of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote has thrown his weight behind Osun State multi-billion naira infrastructure plan, calling the initiative commendable and historical.

Speaking while receiving Governor Ademola Adeleke in his office, Alhaji Dangote said the Osun infra plan and other developmental policies are laudable policies for which Governor Adeleke should be commended.

“I have followed your programmes and policies and I must note that you are doing well. Don’t relent. You must continue this path of delivery and service.

“We will support you. We will partner with your government to deliver on your infra plans”, the richest man in Nigeria noted.

The Spokesperson to Osun Governor, Mallam Olawale Rasheed noted in a statement that Governor Adeleke briefed Alhaji Dangote on the multi-billion naira infra plan which covers flyover bridges, dualisation of roads, complete renovation of selected schools, alternative water provision across 332 wards, complete upgrade of primary healthcare centers and construction of 31 kilometers of new roads across the local governments.

The Governor told the business mogul that he was at his office to update him on his administration programmes and plans and moving progressively on the implementation adding that his government is seeking partnership to achieve the targets.

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Judiciary

Adeleke Lauds JUSUN for Calling off Strike

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By Funmi Ojo

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has commended the Judiciary Workers Union of Nigeria, JUSUN, for calling off its three-month strike action, describing the resolution as a direct outcome of his arbitration.

In a statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, the Governor was reacting to the reopening of the court system in Osun state, which he noted was due to a series of positive interventions by the executive arm of government.

“We all know the executive should not intervene in judicial matters. We are all aware the issues are centred on human resource management and sundry operational matters. I believed all along that the judicial management in the state should take up the matter.

“This expectation was not fulfilled. So I was compelled to act because the matter was degenerating and negatively affecting the administration of justice in the state.

“At first, I ordered fresh re-payment of the withheld salaries of some judicial staff, hoping this would put an end to the strike. However, the dispute persisted over other issues such as wardrobe allowance and other operational questions.

Governor Adeleke, therefore, appealed to signatories to the agreement to abide by its terms to ensure lasting peace in the judicial sector.

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Infrastructure

OSHA Thumbs Up Governor for Road Projects

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By Mojisola Oladele 

Osun State House of Assembly has passed a vote of confidence on Governor Ademola Adeleke on the spate of the ongoing road infrastructure projects executed across the State.

The Chairman of House Committee on Works and Transport, Mr.Waheed Abiola alongside members of his led Committee during an oversight function to ongoing road construction in Osogbo, Iwo/Ibadan road and Oke-Gada to Akoda junction dual carriageway in Ede.

Mr. Abiola said projects are an indication of the commitment, dedication and proactiveness of Senator Ademola Adeleke in the area of infrastructural development across the State.

Accessing the level of work done on the site compared to the last visitation, the Chairman House Committee on Public Works and Transport, commended the Contractor in charge for doing a fantastic job so far.

He explained that the oversight functions carried out by the Assembly have propelled the contractor to be alive to his duty.

In a remark, Commissioner for Works and Transports, Engineer Bashir Bello noted that the magic recorded by the Ministry has been teamwork, competent professionals and division of labour.

Also in his words, The Special Adviser to the Governor on Special Duties, Mr. Akinwumi Odejobi explained that the Governor is working towards equipping the state with the best of infrastructure and all hands should be on deck to see it come life.

Other Legislators who were part of the tour included; Adeyemi Adewumi, Lawrence Adeoti, Kasope Abolarin and Oladiran Olatunbosun.

“His Excellency, Senator Ademola Adeleke is a very passionate governor and if you look at our 2024 budget, you will know that he’s so passionate about infrastructure. And Infrastructure as I said earlier in one of the points we stopped is the bedrock of society, and the governor has put so much towards this infrastructure”. Mr. Abiola

“So, I’ll continue to plead with the contractors not only to finish the jobs in record times but to finish it to international standards where we will not continue to maintain the roads over and over again, I mean standard quality jobs, that’s what we expect from the contractors”.Mr. Abiola 

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Economy

Food Security: Adeleke Inaugurates 16-Man Committee

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By Funmi Ojo

Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has inaugurated a 16-man Committee on food security to ensuring adequate provision and supply of food to the State.

The decision was in order to reduce hunger, especially, during this harsh economy where many household cannot afford three square meals per day.

Speaking shortly after the inauguration, Governor Adeleke affirmed that, the government is aware of the economic challenges that people are going through in the nation, hence the need for the government to be proactive to cushion the effect of the harsh economy.

He noted that, government have introduced many policies on food to ease the burden on the populace and to attend to the immediate needs of the citizenry. 

Governor Adeleke pointed out that, President Bola Tinubu had at a meeting with the State Governors on the state of the nation, advised Governors to come up with new measure of ensuring food security.

He said the Committee is to fashion out ways of boosting food production, processing and distribution alongside the palliative for the people.

While directing the Committee to give report within few days, Governor Adeleke urged them to come up with measure to strengthen farms security for food production, expansion of farming activities through State executives,  to organise back to farm youth conference, drive food stuff marketing and policy, review and offer new ideas on the operations of the ongoing palliative measures, as well as recommend immediate action to reduce economic hardship.

Responding on behalf of other members, the Chairman of the Committee who is also the Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Mr. Tola Faseru appreciated the Governor for the trust reposed in them to carry out the assignment, assuring that the Committee would ensure they deliver on their mandate.

Other members of the committee included, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Transportation, Mr. Adegoke Yahya, Alhaji Ganiyu Olaoluwa, Mr. Rasheed Aderibigbe, Mrs. Ayo Awolowo, Comrade Olabisi Oluwasanmi, Dr. Olu Olujide and Miss Gbemisola Fayoyin.

Economy

Adeleke Inaugurates Committee on Food Security

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By Funmi Ojo

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke is set to inaugurate a committee on food security in response to the increasing economic hardship facing residents of the state.

In a statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed the committee to comprise representatives of civil society groups, youth organizations, farmers’ associations, security agencies, religious groups, market associations and relevant commissioners will be headed by the Commissioner for Special Duties and Regional Integration, Dr. Bashiru Salami.

The Committee is to work on farm security for food production, expand farming activities through state incentives, track foodstuff marketing and pricing, review operations of ongoing palliatives measures with a view for improvement if any and recommend immediate actions to further relieve the suffering of the populace.

Meanwhile, Governor Adeleke has reiterated his commitment to the welfare and well-being of the people under this national economic emergency.

The Governor who made the remarks while hosting the association of Osun indigenes residents in Bayelsa state said his administration has daily been introducing one measure or another to cushion the effect of the current crisis.

“Our government is built mainly on the welfare of the people. We just launched the distribution of cash grants to almost 20,000 very poor segments of our population. Another 60,000 is being enrolled for ATM cards.

“I have directed the Commissioner for Transport to ensure efficient working of the Imole Bus Service. Before new buses arrive, we must make judicious use of the refurbished buses to ply key routes where the services are needed.

“Our administration is ramping up efforts to deepen the state economy. I have directed the Commissioner for Power to expedite action on the Osun State Electricity bill.

Governor Adeleke maintained that the government is pumping millions of naira into the grassroots through hundreds of community associations, to build health centres, boreholes, and school rehabilitation in order to boost the local economy.

“ We are rebuilding our roads, bridges, schools, hospitals, and water works to make the economy work, to expand economic activities and attract investors. The multi-billion naira infra plan is ongoing.

While commending the Bayelsa state government for the developmental projects in the state, Governor Adeleke appealed for support for Osun through collaborations.

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Labour

JUSUN: Adeleke Sets Up Committee to End Strike

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Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has set up a committee headed by the Secretary to the State Government, Mr. Teslim Igbalaye, to resolve issues that led to the ongoing strike by the Osun chapter of the Judiciary Workers Union of Nigeria.

Courts in the state have been shut since November 22, 2023, when the leadership of JUSUN declared an indefinite strike after they were dispersed by police operatives on the premises of the State High Courtin Osogbo, where they staged protest over non-payment of their wardrobe allowances and alleged high-handedness by the Chief Judge, Justice Adepele Ojo.

A statement by the spokesperson for the governor, Olawale Rasheed, on Sunday, said as part of efforts to end the strike, Adeleke had also given the committee a seven-day ultimatum, adding that letters were also sent to the Attorney General of the Federation and the Chief Justice of Nigeria seeking their support for amicable resolution.

Rasheed said Adeleke set up the committee “with a direct mandate to get this dispute resolved whatever it will take, noting that his action is to restore normalcy and not to interfere in the judicial arm of government.

“We are being careful all along not to be accused of meddling in judicial matters. But it is now almost an emergency. We must get the issues ironed out. I told the national leadership of JUSUN to mediate. I am also reaching out to the Attorney General and the Chief Justice. We need to get our courts running for regular dispensation of justice.

“The committee, led by the Secretary to the State Government, Teslim Igbalaye, is to find a lasting solution to the crisis within the judiciary within seven days.”

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Judiciary

Strike: Sheath Sword, Adeleke Urges JUSUN

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By Funmi Ojo

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has again called for an amicable resolution of the ongoing strike action by the Osun State Chapter of the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria, expressing unhappiness on the delay of justice administration due to the industrial action.

Speaking while hosting a delegation of the national leadership of the judicial union led by its President, Comrade Marwan Mustapha Adamu, Governor Adeleke narrated his interventions to resolve the strike to include the payments of the withheld salaries of some judicial workers and negotiations with the union on their wardrobe allowances.

Describing the dispute as purely a judicial matter, Governor Adeleke said the subject matter of the industrial action has nothing to do with the Executive arm of government, stressing that his intervention was to avoid further delay in the state’s justice administration system.

“I thank you for visiting Osun State. We value your interventions. I have tried to address some of the issues, but most of them are not within my purview. Your presence in Osun will speed up the resolution efforts.

“As the national body, help us interface with all the parties to find amicable resolutions. You have my full support for this assignment “, the Governor told the team.

Responding, the JUSUN National President, Comrade Marwan Mustapha Adamu, described the industrial action and the protracted paralysis of the Osun judiciary as unfortunate, saying his late intervention was due to his health condition.

Comrade Adamu who assured Governor Adeleke that industrial peace would soon be restored to the state judiciary said he was in Osun state to find a lasting solution and meet with all stakeholders.

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Education

Adeleke, Oyetola Throw Barbs over Out-of-School Children

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By Folake Oye

Osun State Government has attributed the large number of out-of-school children in the state to the neglect of the education sector by the previous administration.

This is contained in a statement signed by the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Mr Kolapo Alimi in Osogbo.

The former governor, Alhaji Oyetola, had on Saturday alleged that the high number of out-of-school-children was due to the sacking of teachers recruited by his administration

Mr Alimi observed that Oyetola’s allegation was an insult to the people of the state, stressing that education in the state suffered neglect under the last administration.

IMr Alimi maintained that if the former Governor was interested in addressing the rot in the education sector, he wouldn’t have waited till he lost the election before rushing through the recruitment of teachers against due process 

IHe maintained that poor learning conditions, dilapidated school infrastructures, parental economic crisis and overwhelming dislocations within the school environment were the real reasons for the high number of out of school children inherited from Oyetola government.

The commissioner said the state government organized an education summit which proffered far reaching recommendations covering all sub-sectors of the state education system in its bid to clear the mess of past government.

Mr Alimi said the state government was planning to recruit 6,000 teachers into the public primary and secondary schools in the state before the end of June 2024.

He said the recruitment is part of the Adeleke administration’s three-pronged approach to redressing the deficit in the education sector in Osun State.

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Infrastructure

Bores Holes: A Case of Mixed Fortunes for Osun Residents

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By Adenitan Akinola

On January 18th last year, Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke announced the construction of boreholes in each of the 332 political wards in the state to cushion the effect of water scarcity.

It was one of the cardinal programmes to mark his 100 days in office.

As announced by the Governor in his January speech, on the 27th of March last year, Adeleke told Osun people that boreholes had been constructed in each of the 332 wards in the state with water running satisfactorily from the Boreholes.

On July 3rd, 4 months after government claimed that the boreholes were working well; Governor Adeleke distributed generating set to each of the 332 locations to power the boreholes.

Investigation by Radio Nigeria reveals that the boreholes are functional in some areas, while they do not exist in other locations, and not functional in some other places visited.

At Ward 2 Aruru Balogun Compound as well as ward 5 both in Olorunda local Government, the boreholes had been abandoned by the residents due to its poor state of service and weeds have taken over the place, save for the dry season.

A resident of the Aruru Balogun Compound, Mr Sherif Abideen commended the siting of the borehole in area but maintained that it had never produced a drop of water since then.

Similarly, at Ward 2, 6 and 14 of Osogbo, the state capital water was not running in the facilities despite provision of generating sets to power the boreholes.

Radio Nigeria also visited locations in Boripe, Irewole, Olaoluwa, Ilesa East and West where only few of the boreholes were functioning well.

The borehole overhead tank at Ward 7, Irewole Local Government had collapsed.

One of the residents, who spoke to Radio Nigeria Mr Jamiu Olatunde shared the harrowing experience of people of the area, whom he said had resorted back to the stream in the area.

An Osun based civil society organisation, the Osun masterminds had earlier criticized the 332 borehole project, describing it as lacking in due process, while it observed that many of the boreholes were not functioning.

Consequently, sometimes in October last year, the Osun Masterminds dragged the government before the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission, ICPC over the borehole project as confirmed by the group’s spokesperson, Mr Ayodeji Ologun, who alleged that the Borehole contract was not advertised,bidded and awarded in compliance with the Osun State Public Procurement Law, 2015.

However, the state government maintained that only few of the Boreholes had issue due to insufficient technical appraisal of their locations before construction.

The Osun State commissioner for water resources, Me Sunday Oroniyi explained that only few of the boreholes had  issues which are already been addressed.

Mr Oroniyi said government was already working on the phase two of the boreholes across the 332 wards, but would play more emphasis on technical evaluation of the areas to be cited, to avoid challenge faced during the first phase.

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Governance

Osun Government Releases White Papers, Lists Priorities

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Funmi Adekoya-Ojo

Osun State government has released six white papers, five on various committees which investigated issues raised by the Executive Orders issued by Governor Ademola Adeleke at the inception of the administration in November 2022, as well as a White Paper on Education Summit.

The White Papers earlier approved by the State Executive Council were finally ratified after further review by a special committee chaired by Governor Adeleke in line with the Governor’s promise to ensure due process, in-depth consultation and compliance with the rule of law.

Among the white papers approved include those of Committees on Chieftaincy Matters, Contracts/MOU/Agreements Review Committee, Solid Minerals Committee, Assets Inventory and Recovery Committee, Staff Audit/Appointments/Promotions Review Committee, as well as white paper on Education Summit.

In the report on the Chieftaincy matters chaired by Commissioner for Cooperatives, Reverend Bunmi Jenyo, the white paper prioritized compliance with legal requirements as a basis for final decisions.

According to the report of the White Paper, all previous steps taken concerning the installation of Aree of Iree and Owa of Igbajo stands nullified and the all-inclusive selection process for a new Aree of Iree and Owa of Igbajo, respectively, should commence immediately.

Specifically on Aree of Iree Chieftaincy, the substantive chiefs are enjoined to withdraw their suit before the court to allow for the commencement of the selection process in line with due process and tradition. 

On the stool of Owa of Igbajo, the White Paper nullified the previous selection process, which produced Prince Gboyega Famodun and directed an all-inclusive selection process for a new Owa nominee.

On the disputed Akirun stool, the White Paper directed that the parties await the outcome of the case before the Court of Appeal and that the stool remains vacant.

On other disputed kingship stools, the White Paper further recommended compliance with the requirements of the law concerning the Alawo of Awon stool where the government accepted the committee recommendation that the government should await the outcome of the pending suit before the Supreme Court.

The State Government has directed the Ministry of Information and Public Enlightenment to publish the six white papers in the official government gazette.

Members of the public interested in acquiring and possessing copies of the white papers are to approach the Ministry of Information and Public Enlightenment, State Secretariat, Osogbo.

Meanwhile, the State Government has also directed the setting up of a task force for the recovery of government vehicles carted away by officials of the former Governor Gboyega Oyetola administration.

In a related development, the Osun State Government says the provision of quality health service, supporting Small and Medium Scale Business, prompt payment of salaries, training of workers and infrastructural development are its priorities.

Special Adviser to the Governor on Information and Public Enlightenment Mr. Eniola Odeniyi stated this during a grassroots public enlightenment tour by the Ministry of Information and Public Enlightenment to Owode Market, Apomu in Isokan Local Government Area of the state.

Mr. Odeniyi maintained that the present administration was focused on the speedy development of all the sectors of the state.

The Special Adviser, who highlighted people-oriented programmes and policies of Governor Ademola Adeleke in meeting the yearnings of the people, solicited continued support of the people of Apomu, particularly market men and women of Owode market, Apomu.

He assured the determination of Governor Adeleke to continue to ensure the welfare of people, both indigene and non-indigene, through enhancing the economy of the state.

In her remark, The Iyaloja General of Osun State, Chief Mary Oyebode noted that Governor Adeleke was interested in ensuring that market women and men benefited from his administration.

Also, some market women and men, in their separate remarks described Governor Ademola as a listening Governor, stressing their unwavering support for the present administration.

Earlier, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Information and Public Enlightenment, Mr. Eniola Odeniyi had led principal officers of the ministry to the palace of Alapomu of Apomu, Oba Kayode Afolabi Atoyebi II where they paid homage.

The Alapomu of Apomu, Oba Kayode Afolabi Atoyebi II commended the developmental projects of Governor Ademola Adeleke in Apomu, adding that if the Owode market in Apomu is given a facelift, it would contribute to increasing the state Internally Generated Revenue, IGR.

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Education

Synergy Essential in Tackling Unemployment – Adeleke

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By Funmi Ojo

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has called on tertiary institutions within the state to collaborate with one another and the state government to improve the quality of education and reduce the unemployment rate.

Speaking at an event in Osogbo, the Osun State capital, Governor Adeleke pledged that his administration will serve as a facilitator to ensure the success of the collaboration between Polytechnics, Universities and Colleges of Education within the state.

The Governor who called on universities, polytechnics and colleges of education in Osun State to explore innovative win-win relationships between the state and the schools, pointed out that his government is open to partnership and collaboration on various aspects of the state economy. 

He noted that such a relationship would strengthen efforts to get the graduating students out of the streets.

“We call for ideas and plans on how to build on existing solutions to address the aspirations of our young ones. Research work must get to the public for application. This proposed partnership is a sincere offer to create a club of societal developers for Osun State.”

“My admonition to you flows from the reality of the present-day economy. The national economic crisis has worsened unemployment figures even as many states are finding it hard to pay the salaries of existing workers. In many states, the public sector is over-bloated. Where vacancies exist, the capacity of the state to pay is suspect.

“The above scenario left the nation with only one option- to support job seekers to become job creators and employers of labour. To that end, the government must provide an enabling environment for small and medium businesses to thrive. The state must serve as the facilitator rather than a regulator”, the Governor noted.

Governor Adeleke also said that his administration is implementing several sectoral reforms which include harmonization of payable taxes thereby eliminating double taxation as well as policies that would make Osun residents employers of labour instead of job seekers.

“We are also implementing several sectoral reforms to open up the state economy, expand its base and enhance its capacity to engage the Nigerian youth. We are doing all these to make it easy for Osun residents to become employers of labour rather than job seekers”, he added.

The Governor congratulated the graduating students advising them to commence a plan to be self-employed as the job market is getting tight and complicated daily.

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Politics

Supreme Court’s Verdicts End Distractions – Osun Gov

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By Funmi Ojo

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has congratulated his counterpart in Akwa Ibom, Pastor Umo Eno, on the affirmation of his election by the nation’s apex court, describing the verdict as an end to distractions.

The Governor also congratulated Governors Kabir Yusuf of Kano State, Bala Muhammed of Bauchi State, Dauda Lawal of Zamfara, Jide Sanwoolu of Lagos State and Caleb Muftwang of Plateau State for overcoming challenges posed by electoral litigations, noting that the end to litigation will provide them the needed focus to deliver on the mandate of the people.

Governor Adeleke lauds the Justices of the Supreme Court for rising to the occasion of safeguarding democracy by serving justice on the governorship litigations decided, charging politicians to learn to accept the will of the people in democracy.

While wishing them success in their respective states, Governor Adeleke anticipated sustained collaborations in the effort to resolve challenges facing the country through the Nigeria Governors Forum and the National Economic Council.

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Transportation

Palliative Buses Not Withdrawn – Osun Govt

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By Funmi Ojo

Osun State Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Sesan Oyedele says the Palliative Buses provided by the Adeleke administration to cushion the effect of fuel subsidy removal has not been withdrawn from the roads.

The Commissioner stated this in reaction to the news that Senator Ademola Adeleke’s administration has withdrawn the buses from the streets due to lack of maintenance.

Mr. Oyedele in the statement urged members of the public to disregard the false information, noting that it is the handiwork of political marauders from the opposition party. 

He said the buses were only undergoing some skeletal services in preparation for students’ resumption.

The Commissioner added that the buses will be on the road from tomorrow for the usage of the people of Osun. 

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Security

Osun Inaugurates Special Committee for Armed Forces Remembrance Day

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By Funmi Ojo

Osun State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to continue to give all necessary support to the fallen heroes, who fought gallantly to keep Nigeria, one. 

Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Teslim Igbalaye stated this position while inaugurating a special committee put in place for the year 2024 Armed Forces Remembrance Day. 

Alhaji Igbalaye, who is also the Chairman of the Committee, charged members of the Committee to work as a team to ensure a successful commemoration of the event by the state government.

Represented by the Permanent Secretary, Bureau of Cabinets, Office of the Secretary to the State Government and Social Services, Mr. Olusoji Wojuade, the SSG said the annual event was aimed at honouring the fallen and retired heroes of the Nigerian Army.

While expressing confidence in the ability of the committee members drawn from the Army, Navy, Air force, Police, NSCDC, DSS, FRSC, The Legion, Religious and non-religious organisations, Health and Media sectors including the Osun civil service, emphasised the need for the tasks ahead to be carried out with all sense of responsibility. 

Speaking on behalf of the Committee members, the Director of Social Services, Office of the SSG, Mrs. Bola Olawuni, assured the SSG that, the standing committees would organize a befitting Armed Forces Remembrance Day programmes that would, just as she promised that the media committee would give the events adequate publicity.

The programme highlights for the week-long event include, the launching of the Special Appeal funds for the commemorative emblems, to be performed by the Governor of Osun state, Senator Ademola Adeleke at a day and time to be announced soon, Jumaat and church services at Osogbo while the grand finale comes up on the 15th of January 2024 at the Military Cenotaph in front of the Osun House of Assembly complex, off Osogbo- Gbongan road, Osogbo with the laying of the ceremonial wreaths on the graves of the unknown soldiers.

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Labour

Adeleke Calls for Cohesion, Support from Workers

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By Funmi Ojo

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has urged workers to continue to maintain cohesion, love and support for the government under his leadership.

Governor Adeleke made the call at a special prayer to begin the activities for the year 2024 at the Governor’s office parking lot at Abere, Osun state.

The Governor who expressed his deep appreciation to workers, staff and top management across Ministries, Departments and Agencies enjoined them to continue to seek the face of God across the faiths for the success of the present administration.

Governor Adeleke while soliciting the prayers and guidance of royal fathers and religious leaders, said he believed that with God and people, the state government would achieve its lofty goals and agenda for the state.

Earlier in a message, the Rector, Federal Polytechnic, Ayede, Oyo state, Imam Taofeek Abdulhammed advised the Governor not to be carried away with praise singers and political sycophants who will not tell him the truth.

Also in short exhortation, the Chairman, of Osun State Christian Association of Nigeria, Reverend John Adeleke urged the Governor and other government officials to work with the fear of God

Prayers were offered to God for the Governor, state government, workers and the state for a great year 2024.

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Labour

Smiles as Wage Award Alerts Drop for Osun Workers

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By Funmi Ojo

In line with Governor Adeleke’s promise to Osun workers and retirees, wage award alerts have started dropping for Osun workers and pensioners.

Governor Adeleke had two weeks ago approved the wage award to cushion the effect of the subsidy removal.

Serving state workers were awarded Fifteen Thousand Naira while retirees were granted Ten Thousand Naira.

Workers and pensioners are to enjoy the wage award for six months starting from December 2023 to June 2024.

As at this morning, the beneficiaries are already receiving alerts, causing jubilation among the workers.

It would be recalled that the state government had also paid the December 2023 salaries while almost Three Billion Naira bond was issued  to pensioners at a recent ceremony at the state secretariat.

Speaking on the payment of the wage award, Governor Adeleke restated his commitment to workers welfare, ensuring that no stone will be left unturned to strengthen the well being of retirees and serving workers in the state.

Governor Adeleke further restate his commitment to the well being of the people.

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Entertainment News

Nollywood Appreciates Adeleke for Hosting BON Awards

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By Funmi Ojo

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has described Nollywood as the uncelebrated booster of the national economy which must be harnessed for sustainable development.

Governor Adeleke stated this while hosting top stars of the Nollywood industry at his country home in Ede, Osun state.

The governor, who unveiled his administration’s plan for the creative industry including entertainment, culture and tourism, assured Nollywood stars that his administration was prepared to collaborate with Nollywood to make Osun State a global tourist destination.

He explained that his agenda for the sector involved hosting several global standard events, creating of entertainment village in the three senatorial districts, infrastructural upgrade of tourist sites, logistics support for Osun as a film location and cluster industry for craft sub-sector.

The Governor maintained that his focus on infrastructure upgrades in the last year was to attract investors and the creative industry people to Osun, noting that his administration is working to provide good roads, quality healthcare facilities and security.

Earlier, the Founder of BON Awards, Mr. Seun Oloketuyi who led the Nollywood team to the governor commended him for hosting the 2023 BON Awards, describing the governor as a lover of the entertainment industry.

In attendance at the event were the publisher of Ovation Magazine, Akinrogun Dele Momodu, Fred Amata, Adebayo Salami, Keppy Ekpeyoung, Toyin Adegbola, Shushu Abubakar among others.

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Education

Honorary Doctorate Conferred on Adeleke

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By Funmi Adekoya-Ojo 

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has been described as a model in Africa’s search for good governance.

The Vice Chancellor of the University, Valley View University, Accra, Ghana, Professor William Koomsion stated this while conferring an Honorary Doctorate on the Governor 

Professor Koomsion said the university reviewed the Governor’s antecedent as a businessman and former Senator alongside his ethical leadership since assuming the governorship of Osun State, Nigeria to arrive at its decision.

The Vice-Chancellor lauded the Governor’s multi-million naira education scholarship as a Senator, his sterling records on workers welfare as a Governor, his performance on infrastructure upgrades and his commitment to due process, rule of law and fear of God.

The university, which is a Seventh Day Adventist university also invited the Governor as a convocation guest speaker with the theme: Imparting Excellence, Integrity and Service: Nurturing Ethical Leaders in Changing World for which the Governor called on leaders to sustain good governance to save democracy in Africa.

Accepting the conferment, Governor Adeleke reiterated the importance of good governance for democracy, stating that the doctorate is a testimony to his administration’s unbending desire to take Osun to new heights.

In his convocation speech as a guest speaker, the Governor decried the increasing erosion of democratic culture due to the non-commitment of many leaders to good governance.

The Governor, who said leaders face the challenge of balancing questions of excellence and integrity in public service, affirmed that leaders must play according to the rules and avoid unethical activities.

Governor Adeleke, according to his Spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, was accompanied to the event by the Chief of Staff, Alhaji Kazeem Akinleye, and other top officials of the Osun StateGovernment.

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Lifestyle

Gov Adeleke Arrives Nigeria

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By Funmi Ojo

The Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has arrived in Nigeria after a month of working vacation outside the country, 

The governor, who arrived at the Murtala International Airport in an elated mood, said he felt refreshed and recharged for more service to the good people of Osun State. 

In a statement by governor’s spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, the Governor said he is now recharged and refreshed to deliver more good governance and service delivery to the people of Osun.

The governor explained that the insinuation as to whether he was sick was unfounded, saying he went on a working vacation to recharge and meet partners for the development and progress of osun state.

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