Lifestyle

Osun Speaker Celebrates Adeleke Clocking 63

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By Mojisola Oladele

The Speaker of Osun State House of Assembly, Mr. Timothy Owoeye has congratulated the Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke on the occasion of his 63rd birthday.

This is contained in a congratulatory message signed by Media Aide to the Speaker, Mr Kunle Alabi in Osogbo

Mr.Owoeye described Governor Adeleke as an individual whom God has blessed and shown favour in all sphere of life.

The Speaker prayed God would continually grant Senator Adeleke the grace to make Osun proud and enviable in the comity of states in Nigeria.

Religion

Easter: Osun Speaker Advocates Unity among Nigerians

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Christians have been urged to use the occasion of Easter to strive to sustain the love, peace and unity of the Nation as elections approaches.

The Speaker, Osun State House of Assembly, Mr. Timothy Owoeye made the call in a statement by his media aide, Mr Kunle Alabi.

Mr Owoeye said there shouldn’t be any sacrifice too big for the peace, development and unity of Nigeria as shown by the love of Christ Jesus to the world.

While condemning the increasing cases of domestic violence and battering that is on the increase across the nation, The Speaker stressed the need for  Nigerians  to support government to contain issues of domestic violence, banditry and terrorism.

He also urged members of the Public to report  People  with doubtful characters to law enforcement agencies.

Quoting from 2 Corinthians 4:17-18, the Speaker said, “For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.”

The statement quoted in part, “We should let the significance of Easter reflect in our relationship with one another. There is no price too much for a true Nigerian to pay for the peace of the land, we must love one another irrespective of our tribe as exemplified by Christ.

“We must not put everything at the doors of our leaders, we as citizens must strive for a better, peaceful country that we can all call our own.

“If we love one another, elections will not be seen as a do-or-die affair but a process that must bring change and developments to our communities.

“The peace and unity of the country is not negotiable as we inch into elections, we must all be  disposed to actions that will bring about free and fair election, going forward, we will all have good leadership of our desire”.

Mojisola Oladele

Politics

OSHA Speaker Promises Swift Passage Of Disability Bill

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The Speaker, Osun State House of Assembly, OSHA, Mr Timothy Owoeye has promised a speedy passage of the Disability Bill.

The speaker in a statement by his Press Secretary, Kunle Alabi, to commemorate the International Day of Disabled Persons noted that the 7th Assembly under his watch will be committed to making life more meaningful for people living with disabilities through quality legislation.

He said the observance of the day aims to promote an understanding of disability issues and mobilize support for the dignity, rights and well-being of persons with disabilities. 

The speaker also noted that the bill seeks to increase awareness of the gains to be derived from the integration of persons with disabilities in every aspect of political, social, economic and cultural life.

He maintained that the 7th Assembly is working on a bill, saying the House is already working with critical stakeholders in developing a bill that would address all the needs of Persons with Disabilities.

The speaker said when the bill is passed into law, people living with disabilities will be safeguarded against any form of discrimination and also have equal access to a conducive socio-economic environment.

On the passage of the disabilities bill, Mr Owoeye promised to work with the executive under the leadership of Governor Gboyega Oyetola to ensure a speedy passage of the bill.

Funmi Adekoya

Politics

Be committed to one indivisible country, Osun Speaker charges Nigerians

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The Speaker, Osun State House of Assembly, OSHA, Mr. Timothy Owoeye has urged Nigerians to be committed to the sustainability of one indivisible Nigeria.

The speaker in a statement by his Press Secretary, Mr. Kunle Alabi to commemorate the 60th Independence anniversary of Nigeria said, all hands must be on deck to save the country from the brink of failure.

Mr. Owoeye maintained that he believes in one indivisible country, saying irrespective of predictions of the naysayers that the country has failed, Nigeria will bounce back to her rightful position.

He said though the economic development of the country is not progressing and there are several security challenges, it is not enough for the country to be labeled as failed.

The speaker however admitted that the development witnessed in the country is not commensurate with the 60 years of independence.

Mr Owoeye also condemned the secession being promoted by some few disgruntled Nigerians, cautioning those calling for break-up of the country to have a re-think and jettison such negative thoughts.

Funmi Adekoya