Education

Oyetola Inaugurates University of Education, Ilesa Governing Council

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Osun State governor, Mr Adegboyega Oyetola has officially inaugurated the governing council of the University of Education, Ilesa.

Inaugurating the council at the Osun State Secretariat, Abere, Governor Oyetola charged members to use their wealth of experience in ensuring that the institution rises above all levels.

He said, members of the governing council headed by former Minister of Health and former Vice Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, Professor Isaac Adewole, were carefully selected because of their experiences and belief of the state government in their ability to deliver.

Governor Oyetola emphasized that converting the College of Education, Ilesa, to a university was a result of his administration’s determination to increase access to qualitative education.

Speaking on behalf of other members of the governing council, Chief Akinwale Akinola thanked Governor Oyetola for counting them worthy and promised that the council will deliver on the mandate given to them.

The inauguration of the governing council has put an end to the function of the implementation committee earlier inaugurated for the university by Governor Gboyega Oyetola.

The task before the pioneering governing council of the University of Education, Ilesa, Osun State amongst other things includes expansion of teaching scope, research, community services and producing graduates that can favourably compete with their counterparts across the globe.

Abiodun Adeoye

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Politics

Oyetola Inaugurates S’West APC Presidential Campaign Council

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The All Progressive Congress , APC, Presidential Campaign Council, Grassroots Mobilization Engagement and Orientation Directorate, South West Zone has been inaugurated in Osogbo, Osun state capital.

Inaugurating the council, Osun state Governor , Mr Adegboyega Oyetola stressed that Tinubu/Shettima Presidential ticket was an answered prayer to various challenges confronting the nation.

Governor Oyetola noted that the antecedents of  Asiwaju Bola Tinubu were enough to prove that he has solutions to national challenges urging members of the Council to permeate the south-west zone and get massive votes for the party in February 2023 presidential election.

In a remark, the convener who is a former deputy Governor in Osun State, Mrs Titi Laoye Pomle tasked members of the council to work tirelessly by taking Tinubu /Shettima campaign message to every household.

Earlier, Osun  APC Chairman, Prince Gboyega Famodun had described Asiwaju  Tinubu as the most popular politician.

He recalled that the nation missed the chance of having the best President in 1993 saying 2023 is another chance which should be utilized.

Radio Nigeria correspondent reports that representatives from the South West States were present at the inaugural meeting.


Abiodun Adeoye

Lifestyle

Oyetola Flags off Social Support Scheme

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Osun state Governor, Mr Adegboyega Oyetola has flagged off monthly social support scheme for vulnerable widows and aged in the state.

Speaking at the event in Osogbo, Governnor Oyetola said his government would continue to evolve policies and programmes that would help the marginalised groups.

Governnor Oyetola urged the beneficiaries to use the money for productive venture that will improve their well being.

Earlier in a remark, the State Commissioner for Integration and Special duties, Engr Olalekan Badmus said the state government was committed to programmes that will enhance social well being of the residents.

He said the scheme which would cost governmemt twenty million naira monthly would avail four thousand beneficiaries to receive five thousand naira monthly.

Radio Nigeria report that the beneficiaries were happy when some of them started receiving Bank credit alert of the scheme during the programme.

 Abiodun Adeoye

Politics

Election Tribunal Adjourns Oyetola’s Petition

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Osun State Election Petition Tribunal sitting on the petition of Governor Gboyega Oyetola against the declaration of Ademola Adeleke as the Governor-Elect has adjourned to Tuesday, October 4 for the proper commencement of pre-hearing.

The adjournment followed the decision of the tribunal to grant INEC, PDP and Adeleke 7-days to respond to the pre-hearing form served on them by the tribunal.

At the sitting of the tribunal, counsel to the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Kayode Olatoke (SAN) informed the court of his readiness to continue with the pre-hearing session, having filed his form TF008, where issues for determination were raised. 

At the request of the tribunal for advice, Olatoke suggested that the matter should be stood down for a few hours for the respondents to also respond to the tribunal pre-hearing form. 

Counsel to the INEC, Ben Ananaba (SAN) said the pre-hearing could not go on because he was just served with the pre-hearing form that morning, saying statutorily, they had seven days to respond.

Counsel to Adeleke, Bamidele Abolarin and counsel representing PDP, Nathaniel Oke (SAN) also requested the tribunal to give them the required seven days to respond.

In his ruling, the Chairman of the tribunal, Justice Tertsea Kume adjourned the matter till Tuesday, October 4 for the commencement of the hearing properly.

Addressing journalists after the sitting, Professor Olagoke said the adjournment was not out of place, but the tribunal had the power to abridge the days required for any of the parties to respond.

“We were supposed to commence the Pre-hearing session this morning but unfortunately the respondents said they were served with the pre-hearing notice this morning. 

“Form TF007 will inform the parties, while TF008 is the one they are going to respond to. But they said they served them this morning and for that, they have to respond; but election petition being too sui generis and time-sensitive that is why we were suggesting we can take a stand down for them to fill the forms so that we come back for pre-hearing in the afternoon but since they insisted on having their right.

“But in order to be fair to them, that was why the tribunal adjourned till next week for them to take their time, fill the form and come back for pre-hearing session.”

Adenitan Akinola

News

Suspected Thugs Attack Osun Gov’s Wife Convoy

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Suspected political thugs have attacked the convoy of wife of the Osun State governnor, Mrs Kafayat oyetola.

Some of the security personnel in the the convoy sustained varying degrees of injuries in the attack which took place at Owode-Ede market Friday evening.

A witness disclosed that the convoy was passing through the market around 8 pm  when a truck suddenly blocked the lane that the convoy was passing.

The witness said the thugs, who were already around the area, started to attack the convoy with stones and dangerous weapons which caused the security operatives to shoot into the air

During the attack, they shattered the glasses of some vehicles while the incident caused panic in the area.

An aide to the first lady, Tunmise Iluyomade confirmed the incident but she did not say specifically the number of security personnel injured.

“All I can tell you is that no life was lost in the incident. I can’t tell you the numbers of security operatives that were injured but some of them that were attached to the convoy sustained varying degrees of injuries.”

Abiodun Adeoye 

Politics

LG Caretaker Committee: Court Dismisses Oyetola Preliminary Objection

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An Osun State High Court sitting in Osogbo has dismissed the Preliminary Objection raised by Governor Gboyega Oyetola in the suit filed by the Peoples Democratic Party against the Governor over the appointment of Caretaker Committee.

The Caretaker Committee is currently running the affairs of Local Government Councils in Osun State and confirmed by the House of Assembly. 

Justice Ayo Oyebiyi of the High Court 5, Osogbo, dismissed Oyetola’s objection and adjourned the hearing on the substantive suit till the 23rd of September, 2022.

The PDP Lead Counsel, Mr. Adebayo Alade said “the Preliminary Objection in the suit Number Hos/M.39/2021 instituted by the PDP against the Governor and 74 others on the constitutionality or otherwise of the appointment of the caretaker committee was dismissed by the court”.

The PDP had argued that the appointment of the Local Government Caretaker Committee was in flagrant violation of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, which must not be allowed to stand.

PDP had also asked the court to rule that the Local Government Caretaker Committee should refund salaries and allowances collected during the period in office.

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Politics

I won’t deny you good governance if… – Oyetola

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The electorates have been urged to go early enough to polling booths on the 16th of this month to cast their vote during the Osun Governorship election.

The leadership of the All Progressives Congress, APC campaign council for the Osun Governorship election, led by Governor Abdullahi Ganduje of Kano State and his Lagos State counterpart, Governor Babjide Sanwo-Olu stated this in Okuku while addressing supporters of the party.

They noted that the result of the Osun Governorship election would determine the success of the party in next year’s presidential election adding that the northern governors have agreed to support Asiwaju Bola Tinubu.

In his words, APC National Secretary, Senator Iyiola Omisore called on members to remain steadfast and work towards the progress of the party.

Governor Oyetola in his words reiterated his commitment to developing the state’s economy promising not to deny the citizens of good governance if given chance to serve another term.

Radio Nigeria correspondent reports that Governor Oyetola and his campaign entourage had earlier paid homage to royal fathers in Ifelodun, Boripe, and Odo-Otin local governments during which he canvassed for royal blessing and support on his second term bid.

Abiodun Adeoye

Politics

Osun 2022: Shun vote trading, comport yourselves – Oyetola charges supporters

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Ahead of Osun State Governorship election, Governor Adegboyega Oyetola wants royal fathers to talk to governorship candidates and their supporters to pursue the election in a peaceful manner.

Osun State Governor, Mr Adegboyega Oyetola said this at the palace of Alapomu of Apomu, Oba Kayode Adenikan and Akire of Ikire , Oba Olatunde Falabi while paying homage to the monarchs as his campaign train landed in Ikire Federal Constituency.

Governor Oyetola also urged the royal fathers whom he rated  as carrying authority to pray to prevent bloodshed before , during and after the election.

In their response the monarchs appealed and pray for peaceful and credible election just as the Akire, Oba Falabi urged the state government to work on tarring of Odeyinka Road.

Addressing thousands of his supporters who defied the rain to welcome and listen to him, Governor Oyetola urged them to conduct themselves peacefully and in accordance with the electoral law before, during and after the election.

He tasked them not to yield to vote trading but to choose experienced candidate capable of giving them good governance.

Radio Nigeria reports that, Governor Oyetola had earlier commissioned  the new office complex of Isokan South Local Council Development Authority, Ikoyi.

Abiodun Adeoye

Politics

Osun Guber Race: Play according to the rules – Oyetola

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As political campaigns hit top gear in Osun State in the build-up to the governorship election, the state governor, Mr Adegboyega Oyetola wants politicians to be peaceful in their preparations.

Governor Oyetola stated this while answering questions from newsmen shortly after the Eid Prayer in Osogbo.

The governor, who noted that development could only thrive in a peaceful atmosphere, stressed the need to eschew violence and do-or-die politics.

“I want to implore the politicians to play according to the rules. Politics should not be a do or die affair. We should ensure we maintain decorum, we maintain peace when we start our campaign”.

Governor Oyetola noted that it was important for politicians and their supporters to play according to the rules by maintaining decorum before, during, and after the election.

He also appealed to residents to maintain peace calling on youths never to be instruments of political violence as the society relies on them for a great future.

Abiodun Adeoye

Religion

Sallah Message: “Give with humility” – Oyetola tells Muslims

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Osun state Governor, Mr Adegboyega Oyetola has admonished Muslim faithful not to forget the significance of Ramadan and its numerous lessons and virtues.

In a Sallah Message released by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Ismail Omipidan, Governor Oyetola prayed Allah to accept all acts of worship and supplications of the faithful.

He felicitated Muslims in the State and across the globe on the conclusion of the 1443 AH (2022) Ramadan fasting and occasion of the Eid-el-fitr celebration.

 “On behalf of my family and the government of Osun, I send my warmest good wishes to all Muslims in our State and indeed across the world as we celebrate Eid-el-fitr. May we all enjoy a blessed and peaceful Eid celebration. It is my prayer that Allah bless us with the opportunity to witness many more of it in sound health.
“I also pray Allah accept all our ibadaah, acts of worship, and supplications in the month of Ramadan. I enjoin us not to forget the significance of the holy and spiritually-rejuvenating month, and carry on with its numerous lessons and virtues that it has come to teach and remind us. Let us continue to demonstrate the lessons of Ramadan in our daily activities and dealings with others.

“As we celebrate the Eid with our family and loved ones, let us remember to extend love and compassion to the needy and less privileged in the society. As we give with humility, Allah will reward us and multiply in abundance whatever we spend in charity.”

The governor also urged Muslims in Osun and indeed all people of the State to take advantage of this important celebration to offer prayers for the peace, stability, progress and development of the State, especially as the state prepares for the forthcoming elections.   
He expressed his commitment to work for a better Osun and create prosperity for all.
Governor Oyetola emphasized that, with the support and cooperation of the people his government would continue to work hard to execute projects and design programmes that will develop the state and enhance the lives of its people.

Adeoye Abiodun

Culture

Oyetola, Buhari Mourn Oba Lamidi Adeyemi

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Osun State governor, Mr Adegboyega Oyetola, has described the passing of the Alaafin of Oyo, His Royal Majesty, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III, as shocking, saying it signifies the end of an era.

Governor Oyetola also commiserated with his Oyo State counterpart, Governor Seyi Makinde, and the entire Yoruba race over the demise of the late monarch.

In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Ismail Omipidan, the governor condoled with the late royal father’s family, the government and people of Oyo State over the unfortunate incident.

He described Alaafin’s transition as a personal loss because, the late monarch was a good friend of Osun State who was always ready to identify with the state government and celebrate its humble achievements.

Governor Oyetola noted that the late monarch was a strong believer in progressive ideals and remained true to his convictions through the years till his last breath.

The governor, who said he received the news of the monarch’s death with shock and sadness, further described him as a humble and amiable monarch despite his revered position, noting that the Yoruba race has lost a quintessential intellectual whose knowledge and commitment to the cause of Yoruba race were unrivaled. 

While praying to Allah to overlook his shortcomings and admit him to Al Jannah Firdaus, Governor Oyetola prayed God to grant his immediate family, Governor Makinde and the entire people of Oyo State the fortitude to bear his loss.

Abiodun Adeoye

Alaafin was blessed with wisdom – Senator Buhari  

The death of Alaafin of Oyo, Oba (Dr) Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III has been described as a colossal loss to Yoruba race across the globe.

The Senator representing Oyo North and governorship aspirant under the platform of All Progressives Congress, APC, Dr Abdulfatai Buhari gave this description in a condolence message to the family of Oba Adeyemi made available to journalists on Saturday.

The lawmaker said “the death of Kabiesi Alaafin was a very torching and painful experience to numerous people in Nigeria.”

According to him, the 52-year reign of the prominent Yoruba Oba, Kabiesi Adeyemi did not only witness development of Oyo Kingdom but that of the entire Yorubaland and people of Yoruba race.

“He was an Oba whom God bestowed on His wisdom and guidance for unique traditional institutions in every nook and cranny of the world especially where Yorubas are found,” Senator Buhari noted.

The legislator added, “a minute spent with Alaafin while alive was like a hundred years full of lessons. You’ll surely gain a lot whenever you’re with Kaabiesi”.

He declared that Oba Adeyemi’s accommodation and strategies put up to foster peaceful coexistence of his people and people of other tribes remain unique and it has helped in the adequate security of lives and properties in  Oyo township.

“We have lost a reservoir of knowledge of Yoruba Culture, Tradition and History but in every situation and circumstances, there is always a cause to thank God”.

“Kabiesi Adeyemi died as an achiever and he will surely be remembered for the unforgettable roles towards the building of not only his subjects but the generality of humanity across the world,” Senator Buhari expressed.

The legislator condoled with the immediate family of Oba Adeyemi; the wives, children and siblings as he prayed onto God to give them fortitude to bear the irreplaceable loss.

Senator Buhari prayed for the soul of Oba Adeyemi to rest in peace and that God shall forgive all his shortcomings grant onto him Aljannat Firdaous on the day of accountability.

Nafiu Busari

Politics

Guber Polls: US Partner Osun Government For Credible Election

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Government of the United States of America has expressed readiness to partner Osun State government to ensure a credible election during the July 16 2022 governorship poll.

A US government delegation led by the US Embassy Political and Economic Chief, Mr Brandon Hudspeth, made this promise during a courtesy visit to the Osun State governor, Mr Adegboyega Oyetola at the Governor’s Office, Abere.

Mr Hudspeth informed that his team would be meeting election stakeholders in the state ahead of the election as there are expectations within and outside the country over the forthcoming election. 

Responding, Governor Oyetola assured that the 2022 Osun State governorship election would set the pace for the general elections in 2023, boasting that the APC remains the party to beat, while he remains the candidate to beat in the electoral contest.

He recalled that, in 2018, the state received a Us delegation that wanted to know the programme his party had for the people ahead of election, stressing that his administration was able to meet the expectations of the US and other missions that are interested in Nigeria’s democracy. 

The governor highlighted his administration’s achievements in the area of health, infrastructure, economy, education, security, youth empowerment and mining.

Governor Oyetola also stressed government’s efforts towards changing the narrative of the state from a civil service-dominated economy by leveraging on its agriculture, tourism and mining potentials.

Abiodun Adeoye

Economy

Operate according to standards or get out! – Osun Govt. warns Miners

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Osun State government says mineral resources exploiters and defaulters of environmental standards are to forthwith comply with government’s regulations or face legal action.

A statement issued by the Commissioner for Information and Civic Orientation, Mrs Funke Egbemode also warned natives who are leasing out their farmlands to illegal miners to desist from such acts or face the wrath of the law.

Mrs Egbemode noted that the move was part of governments efforts at sanitizing the mineral resource industry in the state.

Osun State governmemt bemoaned the flagrant abuse of its environment by illegal miners, especially the pollution of the Osun River.

It stated its readiness to launch a full blown war on those who have resisted guidance and have refused to follow approved standards for mining in the state.

It notes that Osun State was the proud host of one of Nigeria’s UNESCO World Heritage sites, the Osun Sacred Grove in Osogbo through which the sacred Osun river winds.

The statement reiterates Governor Oyetola’s administration committement to the maintainance and promotion of the state as a tourist destination, which is one of its three pillars of economic growth and diversification.

It adds that the state’s policy of inviting responsible commercial mining concerns can be seen in the establishment of Segilola Resources Operating Limited, Nigeria’s 1st commercial gold mine.

It stressed that other mining companies have also been partnered as the government seeks to make Osun State a destination for sustainable investment.

It warned illegal miners to get registered, operate according to international standards and observe safety protocols, or take their business elsewhere.

The statement adds that the state governmemt had commissioned studies  into the level of pollution and how to remediate it and has also sought assistance from the federal government as well as development partners, including from the Ecological fund, to remediate the damage.

Abiodun Adeoye

Politics

Oyetola Congratulates Adamu Omisore other APC Exco

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Osun state  Governor  Adegboyega Oyetola, has congratulated a former deputy governor of the State, Senator Iyiola Omisore, on his emergence as the new National Secretary of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC.

Governnor Oyetola  also congratulated the new APC chairman, Senator Abdullahi Adamu, saying he believes the former governor will bring his wealth of experience to bear in the administration and management of the party’s affairs. 

Governor Oyetola spoke shortly after the announcement of Omisore as the newly elected National Secretary of the ruling party at its convention in Abuja, in the early hours of today. 

He hailed the leadership quality of President Muhammadu Buhari and praised him for playing a fatherly role to unite the party in the interest of all.

The governnor noted that the peaceful atmosphere and the seamless conduct of the convention was a testimony to the strong unity that exists in APC describing it as an attestation to the fact that the party has its ways of resolving issues without necessarily resorting to conflict

Abiodin Adeoye

News Security

Pandemonium in Osogbo, as Minister’s Security Aides Fire Sporadic Gunshots

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There was pandemonium in Osogbo,the Osun State Capital as sudden sporadic gunshots fired by security men attached to the Minister of Interior, Mr Rauf Aregbesola drove residents of the city into panic.


The shooting which happened about seven o’clock on Monday evening in the old garage area of the town, made residents,shopowners and passerby to scamper for safety.


It was difficult to ascertain what could be responsible for the shooting by the convoy of the Minister,who was a two term and immediate past Governor of the state.


However, the Osun State Government accused the Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola for allegedly invading the state capital with armed thugs, shooting sporadically into the air to scare innocent people away from their businesses.


In a statement, the state Commissioner for Information, Mrs Funke Egbemode said “credible reports confirmed that some misguided cowards invaded Osogbo, the Osun State capital with armed thugs to foment trouble”.


“Their interest is simply to attempt to thwart the peace of the state and create fear in the minds of the good people of Osun counting on a long-lost influence.”


The statement adds that “Government of Osun hereby warns that there are no sacred cows in the state. No one is above the law here regardless of their past glories or future aspirations. Security agencies have been well briefed about the activities of these mischief makers, who have set themselves on a collision course with the law”.


But an aide to the Minister, Mr Bola Ilori said the security operatives attached to the Minister shot to repel an attempt attack on the former Governor. 


Mr Bola Ilori who served as Special Adviser on Environment under the Aregbesola’s administration wrote on his Facebook page, “Only a lazy man starts a wrestling match with cutlass and guns – Aregbe!!!”Oyetola thugs fired several gunshots at Aregbesola’s, Adeoti (Sheu) convoy after declaring his preferred choice for Governorship.

The attackers were repelled by combined efforts of Police, DSS, NSCDC and luckily no casually was recorded”.


Also, a resident, who claimed to be around the Old garage at the time of the shooting, Mr Lamina Kamorudeen told newsmen that  Shooting sporadically by the security men who were in company of the former Governor Aregbesola of the State of Osun in Osogbo today was but a misplacement of priority.


He said No matter what, Mr Aregbesola should remember Osun was a state he had once governed for a two term tenure. 

Adenitan Akinola

Politics

Court Rejects Suit to Invalidate Osun APC Congress

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The Federal High Court sitting in Osogbo has declined jurisdiction in the case of aggrieved members of the Osun State All Progressives Confess, seeking to invalidate the ward, state and local Congress of the party held in July.

The aggrieved members who are members of The Osun Progressives, TOP, loyal to the minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola had approached the Federal High Court seeking an order to invalidate the election and affirm its own members as the authentic executive of the party in Osun State.

In an application brought before the court, 2,517 persons who described themselves as aggrieved members of the APC against the party’s caretaker leadership, Governor Gboyega Oyetola and INEC, claimed that they paid to the designated Banks but were denied access to the purchase of the form by the Governor and the then APC caretaker Chairman in Osun, Prince Gboyega Famoodun.

However, the defendants filed a preliminary objection challenging the jurisdiction of the Federal High Court to hear the matter on the ground that it fell exclusively under the purview of what the Electoral Law and decisions of the Supreme Court contemplated as party’s internal affairs.

Ruling on the preliminary objection of the APC and INEC, Justice Emmanuel Ayoola remarked that having not participated in the congress as contained in their originating summon, the aggrieved members lacked the justification to seek to invalidate the process.

Justice Ayoola also took a swipe at one of the claims of the plaintiff seeking to be declared as the validly elected executive of the party during the Congress, as he declared that they had no such status to enjoy such declaration.

Speaking further, the Jurist noted that, “the Supreme Court had said the court could not dabble into the internal dispute of party unless it fell under Section 87(9) of the Electoral Act. In the instance case, the plaintiff does not qualified to be called an aspirant and was not a candidate in the said congress based on their own affirmation”. 

Citing a plethora of Supreme Court cases, Justice Ayoola said the fact of the dispute did not fall under S. 87(8)) of the Electoral Act and Section 251 of the Constitution. 

He stated further that “the case of the plaintiff is not covered by the law and cannot be adjudicated by the court. All reliefs sought against the first to the fifth defendants do not affect federal agencies but State hence should be filed at state high Court”.

On the whole, the Court in striking out the suit ruled that “the suit as constituted was defective for making allegations against persons, especially Governor, Alhaji Isiaka Adegboyega Oyetola who were not made parties to the suit, failure to properly institutes the suit in a representative capacity as those represented are imprecise, nebulous indescribable and undeterminable; and purely a hypothetical disputes that is academic or moot”.

Adenitan Akinola

 

Security

Gov. Oyetola Assures Nigeria Airforce of His Administration’s Support

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As part of efforts in achieving its vision, the Nigeria Airforce is seeking the collaboration of the Osun State government concerning its Research and Development Centre being built in the state.

The centre is to carry out research into manned and unmanned aircraft, missiles, rockets and other war items.

The Principal Director, Airforce Research and Development Centre, Kaduna, Air Vice-Marshal Moses Onilede stated this during a courtesy visit to Osun State governor, Mr Adegboyega Oyetola at the state Government House, Osogbo.

While expressing appreciation to Governor Oyetola for allocating land to the centre, Air Vice Marshall Onilede said the centre would contribute to the socio-economic development and already established security architecture of the state.

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Air Vice-Marshal Onilede explained that the centre’s temporary site in Kaduna could no longer support its goals hence the need to shift to Osun State considering the state’s peaceful nature and development.

Responding, Governor Oyetola expressed the state’s readiness to support the Airforce Research and Development Centre as its presence in the state would help the state’s ambition of having a functional airport.

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Governor Oyetola expressed optimism that the collaboration between the centre and the state would help in resuscitating the Nigerian Machine Tools, Osogbo.

Abiodun Adeoye

Economy

We will continually prioritize youths’ empowerment – Governor Oyetola

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Osun State Government has reiterated its resolve to improve the economic status of residents especially the youth through continuous empowerment programmes.

The state governor, Alhaji Adegboyega Oyetola gave the assurance during a multidimensional empowerment programme organized by the Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly, Mr Timothy Owoeye, held at Ilesa Grammar School, Ilesa.

Radio Nigeria Correspondent, Mojisola Oladele was part of the event.

Her Report.

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Mojisola Oladele

Economy

Alakola of Ikola-Ijesa Hails Oyetola for Minimizing Illegal Mining

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The Alakola of Ikola-Ijesa, in Atakumosa West Local Government of Osun, Oba Adekunle Adeyemi has commended Governor Gboyega Oyetola, on his efforts at diversifying the state’s economy through gold mining.

Oba Adeyemi noted that with more revenue coming into state coffers through mining, Osun State would in no time end the over-reliance on federal allocation, even as the nation continues to struggle to end reliance on crude oil for revenue.

The traditional ruler made the remarks during a rural community engagement programme organised by the State’s Civic Engagement Office held in Ikola-Ijesa.

Oba Adeyemi, who commended the governor for minimizing illegal gold mining in the state, said with the current efforts to sanitise the mining sector, mining would soon be a good source of revenue for the state.

In his response, Governor Oyetola who was represented by his Special Adviser on Civic Engagement, Mr Oyintiloye Olatunbosun said that Osun State was blessed with large deposits of mineral resources, such as gold, lead, zinc, quartz, feldspar and several other precious metals.

The governor however assured that his administration was poised to invest more resources for the growth of the economy.

He also reiterated the commitment of his administration to partner with willing investors in the country with interest in responsible gold mining in the state.

Governor Oyetola also commended the licensed mining company operating in the state for maintaining cordial relationship with host communities.

Adenitan Akinola

Politics

Prince Famodun Retains Osun APC Chairmanship Seat

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Delegates of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, in Osun State has returned Prince Gboyega Famodun as the Chairman of the Party in the State for another term of four years through a consensus vote.

Mr. Tajudeen Lawal, emerged as the Party’s Deputy Chairman, while Alhaja Kudirat Fakokunde returned as the leader of the Women Wing.

Also, 35-year old Akinwemimo Adegoke emerged as the Youth Leader of the party.

Announcing the results of the Congress at the Osogbo city stadium, the Chairman of the National Committee on the Osun State Congress, Mr. Gbenga Elegbeleye, said the Congress was done in line with the principles and guidelines of the Party.

Mr. Elegbeleye, who read out Article 20 of the Party’s Constitution to the delegates which provided for consensus arrangements, also announced that voice vote was adopted because of the population of the accredited delegates, which totaled 1,840.

Addressing Party Delegates after the Congress, Governor Adegboyega Oyetola reiterated his commitment to a vibrant and inclusive party in Osun state, calling on all stakeholders to follow suit.

He congratulated the new executives, charging them to rise to the occasion by promptly mending broken walls and building collapsed bridges for the good of the Party and, by extension, the State.

In his acceptance remark, the State Party Chairman-elect, Prince Gboyega Famodun called on Party members and stakeholders to channel the same energy and unity towards the primaries in February 2022 and the governorship election scheduled for July 2022.

Prince Famoodun has been the Chairman of the APC since the year 2014.

Meanwhile, in a parallel State Congress, a factional group loyal named ‘The Osun Progressives’, immediate past Secretary of the party, Alhaji Rasaq Salinsile was elected as the new APC Chairman while former Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr. Adelani Baderinwa, was elected State Secretary.

The Osun Progressives TOP is loyal to the Minister of Interior, Mr Rauf Aregbesola.

Adenitan Akinola

News

OSHA Assures Pensioners Of 30 Months Salary Arrears Payment

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The Osun House of Assembly, OSHA, is to receive the state’s budget estimate for 2022.

This is contained in a letter sent to the assembly by the governor, Mr. Gboyega Oyetola and read by the Speaker, Mr. Timothy Owoeye during the plenary.

Governor Oyetola is expected to lay the 2022 budget estimate before the assembly on Tuesday, October 5, 2021.

Under the Matter of Urgent Public Importance, the lawmaker representing Ejigbo State Constituency, Mr. Israel Oyekunle brought to the notice of the House the fire incident that occurred at Secretariat of Ejigbo South Local Government Development Area, Ilawo which destroyed local government property.

The House advised people to be careful when using electrical appliances at home and government offices.

Meanwhile, the Speaker, Mr. Timothy Owoeye has assured pensioners under the Contributory Scheme in the state that their 30 months half-salary arrears would be paid in due course. Mr. Owoeye gave the assurance while addressing the pensioners who came to House of Assembly Complex, Osogbo to register their grievances.

While appreciating the manner in which the retirees registered their grievances, the speaker, said the House would take necessary steps to address their issue.

He noted that the present administration has the interest of the retirees in mind, assuring them that he will meet the state governor, Mr. Gboyega Oyetola by next week on their issue and promised a positive result concerning the payment of their 30 months arrears.

Funmi Adekoya

Yoruba

Gomina Ipinle Osun Gbawon Odo Niyanju Lori Agbega Asa

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Gomina Ipinle Osun, Ogbeni Adegboyega Oyetola, ti soo di mimo pe igbese to nipon gbodo waye nidi ati rii daju pe ajosepo to loorin wa laarin awon odo ile yi ati pe won gbodo yago fun iyapa.

Gomina soro yi di mimo lasiko to n side eto ere idaraya ati igbaga asa eyi ti ajo agunbaniro se agbekale re ni elekunjekun eyi ti nwaye nibudo ifinimole ajo naa nipinle Osun.

O salaye wi pe, ile Nigeria to se akojopo awon eya ati asa lolokan o jokan lo nilo ati maa ko awon odo papo fun agbega ile yi.

Gomina eni ti alakoso oro odo ati ere idaraya nipinle Osun, Ogbeni Yemi Lawal soju fun sapejuwe asa ati ere idaraya gege bi ohun elo Pataki fun aseyori.

Gomina Oyetola ro awon akopa pe ki won ri eto naa koja itakangbon bi ko se anfaani lati gbe asa won laruge.

Ninu oro tie, oludari ajo agunbaniro lekun guusu iwoorun, Arabinrin Funmilayo Akin-moses, o salaye wipe odun marunlelogbon seyin ni won se agbekale eto naa lati fi se awari awon to be ni ebun atinude won awon agunbaniro lona ti agbega yoo tun fib a isokan ile yi.

Adenitan Akinola/Babatunde Salaudeen

Economy

Textile Industry important for economic development – Gov. Oyetola

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The Governor of Osun State, Mr. Adegboyega Oyetola has described textile industry as a strong commercial sector that can play a significant role in the nation’s economic development.

Governor Oyetola said the sector needed to be developed for it to play a significant economic roles to attract foreign investment and generate employment.

The governor disclosed this through his Special Adviser on Civic Engagement, Mr. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye during an interaction with the Osun State Textile Dealers at the Centre of Civic Engagement in Osogbo.

Mr. Oyetola noted that it was in the realization of historical economic benefits of the sector that his administration had been putting in place necessary infrastructures and enabling environment for not only the textile industry, but also other sectors of economic importance to thrive.

He said no one could underplay the pivotal role the sector played in stemming the tide of unemployment between late 1950s and early 1990s and this has precipitated the efforts of the current administration to make this sector thrive among many others for sustainable socioeconomic development.

The governor hinted that his administration’s declaration of every Thursday being “Osun Adire Day” and the directive that all public and civil servants be dressed on Adire the said day, was in furtherance of efforts not only to promote our culture and tourism but also, to specifically develop the state textile industry.

The initiative of establishing an International Trade Centre in Dagbolu was part of the concerted efforts towards sustainable industrialization and commercialization, noting that the inland port would greatly help the state in strengthening importation and exportation of goods such as textile products as well as giving the state businesses an international exposure.

Earlier in her remarks, the President, Osun State Textile Dealers, Mrs. Misturat Adedapo who spoke on behalf of other members, appealed to the government to consider them for more value added benefits such as intensive loan facility and grants which could bring about a drastic development of their industry.

Mrs. Adedapo equally commended the administration of Governor Oyetola for abolishing the single uniform policy in the state education sector, saying reverting to the old school uniforms has indeed improved their businesses which had been negatively affected before.

She also eulogized the focused leadership and managerial prowess of the governor, which she said has brought about a tremendous development to all sectors of the economy.

Adenitan Akinola

Security

Oyetola Inaugurates 360 Amotekun Corps Personnel

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The governor of Osun State, Mr. Adegboyega Oyetola has inaugurated 360 newly-recruited officers into the State Security Network Agency, codenamed ”Amotekun Corps”. 

This follows the completion of the 23-day training programme for the personnel at Ejigbo, in Ejigbo Local Government Area as part of efforts to prepare them for the task ahead. 

Correspondent, Adenitan Akinola was at the event that held at the Wole Soyinka Government High School, Ejigbo, Osun State and brings details.

Adenitan Akinola

Politics

Osun APC Crisis: Governor Oyetola Appeals for Calm

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Osun state Governor, Mr Gboyega Oyetola, has again appealed to members of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, in the State to give peace a chance and allow the ongoing appeal process run its full course.

Mr Oyetola also condemned what he described as “unruly behavior” exhibited by some aggrieved members of the party at the APC Secretariat in Osogbo, saying no sane society would condone any act of lawlessness.

The Governor therefore directed security operatives to take charge of the party secretariat to prevent any further break down of law and order.

While sympathising with individuals who sustained injuries, he called on security operatives to fish out perpetrators and ensure justice was served.

In a press statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Ismail Omipidan, on Saturday, the Governor noted that Osun and its people are known for peace and urged all to avoid acts that could tarnish the State’s reputable image.

He further noted that political intolerance was injurious to the unity and collective peace of the State.

While appealing for calm, the Governor also said that government would not tolerate any act of criminality or violence in any part of the State under the guise of politics or any guise whatsoever.

Adenitan