Legislature

OSHA Passes Bill on Remuneration Package for Public/Political Officeholders

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By Mojisola Oladele

The Osun State Public/Political Office Holders Revised Remuneration Package Amendment No 2, Bill 2024 has scaled through its third reading.

During plenary at the State House of Assembly in Osogbo, Deputy Majority Leader of the House, Prince Adekunle Oladimeji moved the motion for the final passage of the bill and was seconded by the Chief Whip of the House, Mr. Olawale Akerele.

The bill which was last amended in 2008, was presented as a private member bill to the House on 30th April, 2024, by the Majority Leader, Mr Kofoworola Adewunmi, who is representing Ede North State Constituency,

The Speaker, Prince Adewale Egbedun said a clean copy of the bill would be forwarded to Governor Ademola Adeleke for assent.

“Order of the day, the Osun State Public/ Political Office Holders Revised Renumeration Package amendment No 2 Bill 2024 , third reading. Honorable members the bill is meant to motivate and reduce corruption amongst Public and Political Office Holders.” The Speaker said

The Osun State Public Political Office Holders Revised Remuneration Package Amendment No 2, Bill 2024, is aimed to improve the standard of living of public and few political officeholders in line with five points agenda of Governor Adeleke.

However, the Public Officers, Part Time board Members and board chairmen would benefit more from the Remuneration, while legislators are exempted from the package.

Meanwhile, the Speaker had announced at the floor of the House that a Mini Public Hearing will be held for Osun Estate Agency Regulatory Authority Bill on Tuesday, 28th May, 2024.

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Education

OSHA Education Committee Visits Osun State University

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By Mojisola Oladele

In a bid to ensure outstanding graduates, the Osun State House of Assembly, OSHA, wants the management of the Osun State University to sustain its efforts towards ensuring the institution conforms to international best practices.

The Chairman, House Committee on Education, Alhaji Sikiru Bajepade made the call when he led the team of other members of the committee on an oversight visit to the management of the institution, to assess the ongoing projects being executed.

Alhaji Bajepade lauded the management team of the Osun State University for its transparency and efforts aimed at making the institution notable amongst its peers across the nation.

He called on the state institutions to be more innovative, considering the present economic situation of the nation.

In separate contributions, other committee members, Engineer Abiola Awoyeye, Prince Adeyemi Adewumi and Mr Rasheed Bamidele gave kudos to Governor Adeleke and the institution’s ingenuity in maintaining its positive status quo, as no negative report about the institution has ever been presented before the OSHA.

Earlier in his welcome remarks, the Vice Chancellor, Osun State University, Professor Clement Adebooye lauded the governor for usual financial support and the granting the management full autonomy to run its affairs without any political interference.

He stressed that the present administration in the state had contributed immensely towards the ongoing Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke Anatomy Complex project, which is at almost 70% completion.

Professor Adebooye commended the House Committee on Education for its continuous positive support of the institution’s activities.

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OSHA Passes Resolution for More Constituencies

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By Mojisola Oladele

Osun State House of Assembly, OSHA, has passed a resolution seeking to create four additional constituencies.

This resolution was made during a plenary presided by the Speaker, Prince Adewale Egbedun held at the Assembly Complex, Osogbo.

The resolution was reached after the legislators spoke extensively on an issue of personal explanation raised by the member representing Irewole/Isokan, Mr Abiola Ibrahim who explained that his constituency had more than a local government, therefore there is the need for additional constituencies to bring governance closer to the people.

Contributing on the matter, the member representing, Boripe/Boluwaduro constituency, Mr Simeon Popoola noted that section 91 of the 1999 Constitution states that, “a House of Assembly of a state shall consist of three or four times the number of seats which that state has in the House of Representatives” and this indicates that, Osun State having 9 federal constituencies is entitled to between 27 and 36 constituencies.

Other lawmakers, including the majority leader, Mr Adewunmi Babajide, member representing Ifelodun, Mr Tajudeen Adeyemi, member representing, Atakumosa East/West, Mr Sanmi Areoye noted that creating additional constituencies for the state became imperative to conform with constitutional provisions and has been long overdue.

Aligning with the legislators, the Speaker, Prince Adewale Egbedun said the resolution of the House would be forwarded to the National Assembly for consideration.

Also, Osun State Primary Health Care Development Board Amendment Bill No. 1 scaled through its second reading, during the plenary.

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Environment

OSHA Calls for Template Design to Differentiate Survey Payments

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Osun State House of Assembly wants the office of Surveyor – General of the State to design a template aimed to differentiate Survey payments for towns and villages.

The Chairman, House Committee on Lands, Physical Planning and Urban Development , Mr. Lawrence Adeoti made the call during a maiden meeting with officials of Surveyor General Office and surveyors officers across the Local Government in the State.

Mr. Adeoti noted that Survey fares given to Urban areas should be differ from local areas, in order to curb inadequacy.

The Chairman, House Committee on Lands, Physical Planning and Urban Development  called on the Surveyor- General office to organized seminars and sensitization for staffs to improve their skills and emphasize need for periodic sensitization for members of the public on the implications of land without survey plan.

In their separate contributions, other Members of the Committee urged the Survey General office to curb the activity of fake surveyors in the State.

They also directed the officials to improve on Internally Generated Revenue, IGR, to boost the Economy of the State.

Earlier in his remarks, The State Surveyor – General, Surveyor Soladoye Ayodele used the opportunity to showcase the challenges affecting the Survey activities in the State and sought support of the State House of Assembly.

Other members of the committee present at the event included, Mr. Abiola Ibrahim, Mr. Kofoworola Babajide,Mr Elisha Oderinwale, Mr. Oladimeji Adekunle.

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Governance

OSHA Wades into Community, Army Dispute

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By Mojisola Oladele 

Osun State House of Assembly has assured members of Kelebe/Omu Landlord Association in Osogbo the state capital that the complaint brought to the Assembly would be resolved in no distance time.

The member representing, Obokun State Constituency, Prince Adeyemi Adewunmi, under Matters of Urgent Public Importance, informed the House about the peaceful protests held by Kelebe/ Omu Landlord Association who alleged the Nigerian Army of chasing them out of their lands, despite two court injunctions in their favour.

Lawmakers, including Mr Tajudeen Adeyemi, Mr Kanmi Ajibola, Mr Abiola Awoyeye, Mr Taofeek Olayiwola and Mr Femi Popoola suggested that a preliminary investigation Should be taken before further decision on the matter.

In reaction to the issue, the Speaker of the House, Prince Adewale Egbedun, who presided over the plenary, assured the community that their petition would be looked into with possible solutions soon, and urged the members of Kelebe /Omu Landlord Association to maintain calmness.

Similarly, under Personal Explanation, a member representing Ila State Constituency, Alhaji Sikiru Bajepade drew the attention of the House to the hardship faced by people of Ajegunle Community in Ila Local Government following a collapsed bridge which linked the two communities. 

Alhaji Bajepade, who lamented about the situation, called for urgent attention of the State Government to fix the bridge and repair the Ila/ Otan Ayegbaju bad road before the rainy season sets in.

The Speaker called on the Chairman House Committee on Public Works and Transport, Mr. Waheed Abiola to look into the matter.

Meanwhile, The Osun State Senior Secondary Education Board Establishment Bill 2023 and Osun State Primary Health Care Development Board Amendment 2023 have passed through the first reading during plenary.

The Majority Leader of the House, Mr Babajide Kofoworola, a member representing Olaoluwa, Mr Ibrahim Afeez and a member representing Ife Central, Mr Abiola Awoyeye moved the motion for the adoption of the Bills during plenary held at the Assembly Complex, Osogbo.

The Speaker, Prince Adewale Egbedun urged the legislators to carefully study the bills in preparation for the policy thrust.

Also, the legislators dissolved into the committee of the whole House to make amendments to the report of the Public Hearing of Osun State Discrimination Against Persons with Disabilities Prohibition Bill 2024, held in September last year.

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We remain committed to due process – OSHA Speaker

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By Mojisola Oladele

The speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly, OSHA, Prince Adewale Egbedun, has reaffirmed the assembly’s commitment to always ensure due process and respect the rule of law.

Prince Egbedun gave the assurance in his remark during the maiden plenary of the year 2024, held at the Assembly Complex, Osogbo.

He explained that the legislature would continue to focus on its core areas of operations with emphasis on accountability and probity and how these have influenced good governance and democratic values in the state.

According to the speaker, OSHA has not wavered in steering legislation towards composite responsibility from the executive arm of government by ensuring that necessary information on public expenditures is obtained from time to time.

He explained that funds appropriated in respect of projects for the state assembly included, renovation of the Lawmakers Quarters, renovation of the Assembly Complex and purchase of official cars for the lawmakers, also payment of arrears of severance allowances to the former members of the 6th and 7th Assembly.

Also, in response to accusations of unaccountability levelled against the House by a group, “Centre for Sustained Dialogue”, Prince Egbedun said he’s discharging his duty as leader of the third arm of government to let the people of Osun State know the commitment of the legislature to due process and its resolve to uphold its tenets under democratic principles.

He dismissed what he called, orchestrated sponsorship of unfounded accusations, aimed to distract the executive and legislative arms of government in the state from the hard business of governance and the collective resolve to navigate the state towards genuine physical and human development.

He said: “Everything we have done so far as this 8th Assembly is concerned has been in synergy with due process and the rule of law.”

“All expenditures approved by the Assembly were done after careful correspondences for the requests.”

“As the speaker, I write for such requests to the executive after due process and unanimous approval by the House. That is my constitutional responsibility as leader of the third arm of government.”

“Ours is to uphold the constitutional mandate of the Assembly, meant to infuse fiscal discipline and accountability through periodic briefings of the media on how public funds are appropriated and expended.”

“I want to assure the people that the Assembly has nothing to hide and will continue to call all agents of government to order whenever infractions are noticed and in the process, help in effective delivery of democratic dividends. And this is inclusive of the Assembly itself,” he added.

Prince Egbedun had earlier welcomed the legislators back from its recess and urged them to be more resilient and embrace renewed determination geared towards creating a more conducive environment for businesses to thrive in the state.

Also during the proceedings, the Clerk of the House, Mr. Simoen Amusan with the approval of the Speaker administered the oath of allegiance to Mr. Tajudeen Alabi Alade as the Substantive Secretary of Osun State House of Assembly Service Commission, replaces Mr. Shola Omiyefa who retired in October, 2023.

Mr Alabi appreciated the speaker and pledged to make the commission one of the best across the nation and a standard for the 8th Assembly.

Also, inter-religious prayers were held at the Assembly Complex, before the plenary to commence the business of the year.

It would be recalled that the legislators had embarked on a recess on 21st December 2023.

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Governance

OSHA Says 2024 Appropriation Bill Will Reduce Poverty

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By Mojisola Oladele

Osun State House of Assembly, OSHA, says the Osun State 2024 Appropriation Bill when implemented would reduce the poverty amongst residents to the barest minimum.

The 2024 Appropriation Bill would also revitalize the economy of the state and meet the yearnings of the people of the state.

The Chairman, House Committee on Finance and Appropriation, Mr. Olumide Fatunmise gave the assurance while delivering the report of the two-week budget defence exercises during plenary presided by the Speaker, Prince Adewale Egbedun.

Mr. Fatunmise advised that all available means must be explored to generate more Internally Generated Revenue, IGR, enjoined the Osun State Internal Revenue Agency to work in close relationship with other revenue generating agencies, heads of ministries and agencies to compliment the activities of field officers in tax collection amongst other recommendations.

He explained that 89 Ministries, Departments and Agencies, MDAs in the state appeared before the OSHA during the budget defence exercise.

Mr. Fatunmise commended the speaker and other relevant stakeholders for the giving the Committee on Finance and Appropriation an enabling environment to attain a successful budget defence exercise.

In separate remarks, the other legislators including; Mr. Abiola Awoyeye, Prince Adewunmi Adeyemi, Mr. Simeon Popoola and Mr. Laide Ajibola commended the committee for the diligent work done.

Meanwhile, the majority leader, Mr. Kofoworola Adewunmi moved the motion for the adoption of the report and seconded by member representing Ife East State Constituency and Chairman, House Committee on Finance and Appropriation, Mr. Olumide Fatunmise.

Radio Nigeria Correspondent, Mojisola Oladele reports that the legislators also dissolved to the Committee of Supply to make necessary corrections in the Osun 2024 Appropriation Bill.

It will recalled that the Appropriation Bill of over Two Hundred and Seventy-Three Billion naira which was christened “Budget of Reconstruction and Recovery” was laid before the House on 9th November by the governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke.

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Lawmaker Commends Budget Defence Process

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By Mojisola Oladele

The Chairman, Osun State House of Assembly Committee on Finance and Appropriation, Mr Saheed Fatunmise says the ongoing budget defence presents a significant opportunity for the committee to scrutinize and access the financial proposals put forth by the State Government.

Mr Fatunmise stated this during the Budget Defence of some Ministries, Departments, Agencies, MDAs of the State held at the hallowed chamber of the State Assembly Complex, Osogbo.

He commended the State Ministry of Justice for an increased Internally Generated Revenue, IGR, attained in the last two months and urged them to sustain the tempo.

The Solicitor-General, State Ministry of Justice, Mrs. Morufat Bello led the Management team to present the budget of the Ministry with its Capital expenditure estimate of over four hundred million naira.

Also, the state Commandant of the Osun State Security Network known as “Amotekun Corps”, Retired Brigadier General Abiodun Adewinbe represented by the Amotekun Field Commander, Captain Soji Akanni during its Budget Defence emphasized the need to recruit more staff into the Agency for effective service delivery in all local governments of the state.

While commending the efforts of The AMOTEKUN CORPS on their efforts at curbing crimes across the state, the Chairman, the House Committee on Finance and Appropriation, Mr Saheed Fatunmise explained that the house acknowledges their challenges and urged them to strife to give their best.

Other Lawmakers in the Finance and Appropriation Committee as well as committees quizzed the MDAs on how to generate revenue for the Budget Estimate and how to make the 2024 Budget a reality.

Other Agencies that appeared for Budget Defense are; Osun State High Court, Judicial Service Commission, Osun State Customary Court of Appeal,  Ministry of Local Government and Chieftainancy Affairs, Local Service Commission, Civil Service Commission and Osun State Independent Electoral Commission, OSIEC.

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Governance

Egbedun Thumbs Up Adeleke on Achievements

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By Mojisola Oladele 

The Speaker, Osun State House of Assembly, Prince Adewale Egbedun says the first year in office of the State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke indicates his unwavering dedication, compassion, joy, and hard work which had led to significant accomplishments.

Prince Egbedun stated this in a congratulatory message made available to newsmen through his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Olamide Tiamiyu in Osogbo.

He noted that the Governor had exemplified exceptional leadership, driven by unwavering commitment to the welfare of the people of Osun State and the continued development of our state.

The Speaker also commended his efforts in implementing initiatives that would promote education, healthcare, infrastructure, and Economic growth geared towards meaningful transformation of the State.

Prince Egbedun stressed that the Governor has also exhibited passionate pursuit whereby each ward benefited from at least one project funded by the state government and paid outstanding entitlements for pensioners.

While urging him to remain steadfast in serving the people of Osun State, The Speaker however, congratulated Senator Ademola Adeleke on his one year in office and wished him more remarkable achievements and continued success as he leads the State to greater heights.

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Politics

OSHA Slates Next Week for MDAs’ Budget Defence

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By Mojisola Oladele 

The Osun State Appropriation Bill 2024 tagged “Reconstruction and Recovery” is designed to improve the economy of the state and the well-being of residents. 

The Chairman, House Committee on Finance and Appropriation, Mr. Saheed Fatunmise stated this while explaining the policy thrust of the 2024 Appropriation Bill during a plenary held at the State Assembly Complex, Osogbo.

Mr. Fatunmise, who stressed that the Budget when passed into Law would reduce the Poverty rate in the State to the barest minimum, commended the State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke in fulfilling the section 121 sub-section of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

In separate contributions, members representing Ola- Oluwa – Mr. Abiodun Ibrahim, Ife South – Mr Lawrence Adeoti, Obokun – Prince Adewunmi Adeyemi , Olorunda – Mr. Olaide Ajibola ,Ife- Central – Mr. Abiola Awoyeye and Oriade – Barrister Kanmi Ajibola explained that the Budget is all-encompassing and indicates that the State Governor has good plans for the Residents.

In his remark, The Speaker of the House, Prince Adewale Egbedun who appreciated the various contributions of the Legislators explained that the appearance of Ministries, Departments and Agencies, MDAs for Budget Defense would commence next week.

On the 9th of this month, the State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke presented the 2024 Appropriation Bill with an estimate of Two Hundred and Seventy – Three Billion naira before the State House of Assembly.

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Judiciary

Osun Assembly Service Commission Ushers in New Commissioners

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By Mojisola Oladele 

The newly appointed Chairman of Osun State House of Assembly Service Commission, Mr. Isreal Oyekunle has promised to foster a good relationship between the House of Assembly and House of Assembly Service Commission Staff members.

Mr. Oyekunle gave the assurance in an address during a joint prayer session organized by Staff of the State Assembly Commission to usher in the new Commissioners held at the State Assembly Complex, Osogbo.

The former lawmakers from the Ejigbo state constituency during the seventh Assembly of the state appreciated Governor Ademola Adeleke and the Speaker of the parliament, Prince Adewale Egbedun for assigning them to the position.

Mr. Oyekunle described the appointment as a will of God Almighty and a new dawn in the service commission.

Earlier, in separate sermons, the State House of Assembly Chapline, Pastor Ayeni Muyiwa and Chief Imam of Osun House of Assembly Mosque, lmam Abdulfatai Adebisi who prayed God for them to succeed, urged them to place God first in the course of their duties by ensuring an indelible impact on members of Staff.

Other members of the Osun State House of Assembly Service Commission include; Mr. Okun Obiremi, Mr . Adebusola Taiwo, Mr. Sulaiman Adio and Adeyinka Adetoyi.

Recalled that some Chairmen and members of the State Statutory Commissions were screened by the State Assembly and inaugurated by the State government last week.

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Governance

Chief Judge: Governor Adeleke only acted according to the law – Commissioner

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By Funmi Ojo

Osun State Commissioner for Justice and Attorney General, Mr. Wole Jimi-Bada has cleared Governor Ademola Adeleke of involvement in the stepping aside of Mrs. Adepele-Ojo, which was predicated on a petition that prompted her being asked to step aside from office.

In a statement, the commissioner narrated that a strongly-worded petition was sent to the State Judicial Service Commission and the Osun State House of Assembly, OSHA, which led to the hearing and eventual resolution of the assembly to ask the Chief Judge to step aside.

The House further launched an investigation into the allegation contained in the said petition and even summoned the Chief Judge to appear before its investigative committee.

As part of its investigation, the House passed a resolution recommending that the governor ask the Chief Judge to step aside and appoint an acting Chief Judge pending the outcome of the investigation by the House of Assembly and the National Judicial Council, NJC, to which the matter has been referred.

According to the commissioner, Governor Adeleke only acted to ensure that there was no vacuum and no tampering with potential evidence while the investigation lasted by appointing an acting Chief Judge as a temporary measure.

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OSHA Directs Chief Judge to Step Aside

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By Mojisola Oladele

Osun State House of Assembly, OSHA, has directed the Chief Judge of the State, Mrs Oyebola Adepele-Ojo to step aside, following the series of petitions leveled against her.

The decision was made during plenary presided by the Speaker of the House, Prince Adewale Egbedun held at State Assembly Complex, Osogbo.

Some of the allegations included; gross misconduct, lack of respect for the rule of law, abuse of office amongst other petitions received by the House Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights, Public Petitions and Legal Matters.

The motion that Mrs. Adepele-Ojo should step aside was moved by the Majority Leader of the House, Mr. Adewunmi Kofoworola and seconded by member representing Ife South, Mr. Lawrence Adeoti.

The speaker, Prince Egbedun said the decision for her to step aside became imperative to enable the State Assembly House Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights, Public Petitions and Legal Matters, chaired by Barrister Kanmi Ajibola and his team do proper investigations on the allegations and report to the House with seven (7) days.

Prince Egbedun called on the executive arm to swear-in the next person in order of seniority to the position of the Chief Judge, so as not to create vacuum in the judiciary.

In separate remarks, members representing the following state constituencies, Oriade, Barrister Kanmi Ajibola, Ife Central, Mr. Abiola Awoyeye, Ede South, Barrister Taofeek Olayiwola and Obokun, Prince Adeyemi Adewumi explained that the decision is which is in line with section 2271 sub section 4 of the constitution and also aimed to assure members of the public that the judiciary remains the last hope of the common man. 

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Infrastructure

OSHA Expresses Displeasure on Pace of Iwo/Ibadan Road Project

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By Mojisola Oladele

Osun State House of Assembly has again expressed disappointment on the State of Iwo / Ibadan road project handled by Peculiar Ultimate Concern LTD.

The Chairman, House Committee on Public Works and Transport, Mr Waheed Abiola stated this when the committee paid an assessment visit to the road project starting point in ” Dele Yes Sir ” Osogbo which terminates in Iwo town, Osun / Oyo Boundary.

Mr. Abiola who expressed disappointment that the contractor was not working in line with the stipulated time frame of the project, as promised two months ago when the committee visited the site.

Mr. Abiola stressed that, based on its assessment the committee would report back to the Assembly whereby the next line of action would be determined in due course.

In separate remarks, other members of the committee said the excuses of the Peculiar Ultimate Concern Limited was not tenable considering the huge amount of money allotted to it at the commencement of the project.

Earlier in his reaction, the Project Manager, Peculiar Ultimate Concern Limited, Mr. Lekan Adeleke attributed the delay in completing the project to weather, Electricity and the Peculiar soil structure of the road.

The Osun State House of Assembly committee on works and Transport also visited an ongoing state government road project handled by Monsulat Construction Integrated Company in Hallelujah Estate where the Manager, Mr. Omodunbi Temitope was urged to show more commitment to executing the job in no distance time, with the assurance that the state government would give the contractor required support.

Other members of the Committee including, Member Representing Obokun, Prince Adeyemi Adewumi, Member Representing Ilesa East, Mr. Oladiran Olatunbosun, member representing Ife South, Mr. Lawrence Adeoti and member Representing Ife Central, Mr. Abiola Awoyeye.

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Health

We Remain committed to improving healthcare system – Osun Speaker

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By Mojisola Oladele

The Speaker of Osun State House of Assembly, OSHA, Prince Adewale Egbedun has pledged the commitment of the Assembly to improve the healthcare system of the state. 

Prince Egbedun gave the assurance while receiving the Advocacy and Sensitization Team for Human Papillomavirus Vaccine, HPV, in his office at the Assembly Complex, Osogbo.

The team was led by the Director of Medical Service and Disease Control of the State Primary Healthcare Board, Doctor Oluyemi Ogundun.

In her remarks, Doctor Ogundun said the team came to the House of Assembly to solicit for their support as representatives of the people across the state towards embracing the HPV vaccination exercise aimed to protect girls aged 9-14 years against cervical cancer, slated to commence on 24th of this month in communities, schools and health facilities.

Also, in the course of the sensitization lecture, the State Health Promotion Officer of Osun State Primary Health Care Board, Mrs. Adeniyi Taiwo said the Humanpapilloma virus can infect many parts of the body of both men and women.

In his response, the Speaker of the House, Prince Adewale Egbedun who appreciated the team for their commitment towards eradicating cervical cancer in the State expressed the readiness of the Assembly to champion the campaign for the vaccine, its advocacy and vaccination exercise.

The sensitisation lecture, which took place at the Parliamentary Hall of the House of Assembly, had the principal officers and other members in attendance.

Also in the advocacy and sensitisation team are Mr. Solomon Israel Olakanmi (UNICEF VSL for Osun State), Mr Olantunji A. Ogunsemide (Clinton Health Access Initiative TA on HPVVI in Osun State), Mrs. Adeleke Rebecca Odunola (NPHCDA Osun State Coordinator) and Mrs. Grace Omolola Adeniyi (UNICEF Adolescent Health HPVV Consultant).

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OSHA Charges MDAs on Proper Monitoring of Construction Sites

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By Mojisola Oladele

The Osun State House of Assembly, OSHA, wants the Ministry of Land, Physical Planning and Urban Development on monitoring and supervision of construction sites in the state.

The Chairman, House Committee on Land, Physical Planning and Urban Development, Mr. Lawrence Adeoti gave the advice in a remark during a meeting with officials of relevant MDAs in the state.

Mr. Adeoti emphasized the need for all the MDAs in the state to hold inter-agencies meeting for proper growth of the state.

He advised the ministry to supervise and monitor the ongoing building construction sites for better development of the state.

Mr Adeoti who noted that Public Private Partnership with different housing estates would to fast track development stressed the need to improve on internal generated revenue, IGR of the State.

In their separate contributions, other members of the committee advised to MDAs to ensure layout criteria for building construction approval across the state.

Earlier in a remark, the Commissioner for Lands, Physical Planning and Urban Development, Mr. George Alabi pledged the commitment of the ministry to improving on its activities and services for the state.

Mr. Alabi also assured the committee that his MDAs would not relent on their efforts to supervise and monitor the building construction sites in the state.

Officials present during the meeting included; those from the Ministry of Lands, Physical Planning and Urban Development, Osun Property Development Corporation, Osun Capital Development Agency, Office of the Surveyor General and Osun Assets Management Agency.

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Sport

OSHA Calls for Collaboration on Sports Development

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By Mojisola Oladele

Osun State House of Assembly says all hands must be on deck to resuscitate Sports activities in the State to improve its Economy.

The Chairman House Committee on Youth, Sports and Special Needs, Mr. Abiola Awoyeye stated this during an oversight visit of the Committee to Osogbo Sports Stadium.

Mr. Awoyeye who expressed disappointment about the state of the Osogbo Sports Stadium noted that it was an indication that Sport development was neglected by past Administrations of the State.

He lauded Governor Ademola Adeleke who during his ten months in office had sponsored Osun United amongst other policies aimed to improve Sports activities in the State.

The Lawmaker who assured residents of the State of the Government’s resolve to further improve the Sector, urged the Ministry of Youth Affairs, Osun Cares and the Ministry of Sports and Special Needs to ensure effective synergy with the Committee to collectively attain the 5-point Agenda of the Governor.

During a visit to the State Ministry of Youth, Mr. Awoyeye explained that the committee had gone through the report submitted by the Ministry and promised to act on it in due course.

Corroborating his view, Member Representing Ifedayo State Constituency, Prince Kasope Abolarin stressed the need for all to ensure things were done in line with the policy of Governor Ademola Adeleke .

Earlier in a remark, the State Commissioner for Youth Affairs, Mr. Olalekan Olagunju noted that lots of programmes are in the pipeline for Youths and appealed for improved Budgetary Allocation for the Ministry.

Other members of the team are The Deputy Chairman of the committee, Prince Kasope Abolarin, Member Representing, Irepodun/Orolu, Mr. Adekunle Oladimeji, the Permanent Secretary Ministry of Youth, Mrs Taiwo Oladunjoye, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Sports and Special needs, Mr.Olawuni Oladele, the General Manager Osogbo Sports Stadium, Mr. Rotimi Dunmoye, amongst other stakeholders.

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Osun Assembly Moves to Regulate Activities of Skaters

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By Mojisola Oladele

The Speaker, Osun State House of Assembly, Prince Adewale Egbedun has reiterated the commitment of the Legislative Arm to support policies of the State Government aimed towards making life better for Residents.

Prince Egbedun gave the assurance while presiding over its plenary held at the Assembly Complex, Osogbo.

He called on the Legislators to continue to uphold Standards and remain devoted to the Primary motive of the Assembly.

Under matters of Urgent Public Importance, a member representing, Irepodun/Orolu , Prince Adekunle Oladimeji appreciated The Governor of the State, Senator Ademola Adeleke, the Deputy Governor and other Stakeholders for swift intervention in Ifon / Ilobu communal crisis.

Prince Adekunle who noted that though the 24-hour curfew is still in progress expressed the hope that the situation would be permanently resolved to enable residents of these communities to resume their normal day-to-day activities.

However, the Osun State Estate Agency Regulatory Authority Bill 2023 and Osun State Skating Restriction Bill 2023 scaled through the Second Reading.

The Majority leader of the House, Mr. Babajide Kofoworola while presenting the policy thrust of  Osun State Estate Agency Regulatory Authority Bill 2023, noted that the bill would regulate the activities of the estate agents in the State, enable the members to renew their membership amongst others benefits.

Also, a member representing, Oriade State Constituency, Mr. Kanmi Ajibola during the policy thrust of the Osun State Skating Restriction Bill 2023, noted that the skaters had caused several road accidents in the State and the nation at large therefore, the Bill when passed into Law would stop the activities of skaters on the major roads.

Some Lawmakers in separate contributions described skating as a good sport practice and stressed the need for the Government to construct skating routes to prevent Road mishaps.

Meanwhile, Osun State Anti-Corruption Agency Establishment Bill 2023 passed through the first reading while Osun State House of Assembly Service Commission Establishment Amendment no 3 bill was discussed intensively during the Committee of Whole during plenary.

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Economy

OSHA Charges OSBC on Improved Revenue Generation

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By Mojisola Oladele

Osun State House of Assembly, OSHA, wants the management of Osun State Broadcasting Corporation, OSBC, to intensify more on revenue generation.

The Chairman House of Assembly Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Prince Adekunle Oladimeji made the call during the visit of the Committee to Ministry of Information and Public Enlightenment and the State Broadcasting Station, Osogbo.

Prince Oladimeji explained that, with the facilities put in place by the State Government, the Station needed to put all mercenaries in motion to boost and sustain its revenue in the best interest of the State.

While emphasizing that one of key roles of the Legislators roles is oversight functions, The Chairman House Committee on Media and Public Affairs said Government Facilities were not Charity Homes hence the need to properly utilize its facilities and Institutions efficiently.

Prince Oladimeji appreciated the workers of the Broadcasting Corporation and the State Ministry of Information and Public Enlightenment supporting the Commissioner, Olumo Kolapo Alimi.

Earlier in his remarks at the Ministry , the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Oluomo Kolapo Alimi appreciated the Committee for doing the needful and performing their vital role of oversight functions.

Also in a remark, The Chairman Board ,OSBC, Mr. Mayowa Oloso noted that power outrage had been the problem of the corporation and retierated his Commitments towards giving the Station better facelift as well as to improve on Internal generated revenue.

In her words, the Permanent Secretary Ministry of Information and Public Enlightenment, Mrs Modupe Irelewuyi solicited government intervention on modern day equipments for the ministry.

Also, the Permanent Secretary of OSBC, Mr. Rasheed Folaranmi commended the State Government for the procurement of some equipments and the lawmakers for their kind gesture towards the corporation.

The places visited including; ministry news room, editing suite, photo units, binding room and government printing press, OSBC recording studio, editing suite, transmitter radio and television house, generator /power house amongst others.

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Politics

OSHA Pledges Support for Adeleke’s Agenda

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By Mojisola Oladele

Osun State House of Assembly has promised to support Governor Ademola Adeleke agenda’s on education sector.

The Chairman House of Assembly Committee on Education, Mr. Sikiru Bajepade gave the assurance during a meeting with officials of Osun Education District at House of Assembly Osogbo.

Mr. Bajepade described education as bedrock of nations’ development ,hence the need to support plans and policies of the present administration aimed at boosting the educational system of the state.

While calling on Stakeholders in the state to place the sector on the right path in the interest of the future generation, the Chairman, House Committee on Education emphasized the need for the district officers to relate with various area offices in local government areas.

In separate contributions, the other members of the Committee noted that the just concluded education summit would resolved some issues and challenges in education sector and commended the district officers on their efforts to improve education sector in the state.

In their contributions, the Chairman of TESCOM, Mr. Temitope Mustapha and the Executive Secretary of the TESCOM, Mrs Fabusuyi Oluwafunke wanted government to return the functions of TESCOM.

Mr. Temitope Mustapha commended the efforts of the present Tutor General in the state.

Also the Executive Secretary of the TESCOM Mrs Fabusuyi Oluwafunke noted that since establishment on TESCOM in 1993, it was saddled with appointment, promotion, discipline and transfer of post secondary schools teachers in the state.

They lamented the problems facing the commission and urged the committee to intervene.

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Communication

Government media outfits should set the pace in broadcasting – OSHA

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By Mojisola Oladele

Osun State House of Assembly has emphasized the need public media stations to improve its mode of operations.

The Chairman, House Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Mr. Adekunle Oladimeji made the call during its maiden meeting with the Management team from Osun State Broadcasting Corporation , OSBC, at the Assembly Complex, Osogbo. 

Mr. Oladimeji explained that government owned media outfit was expected to set the pace amidst of other media outlets in the state, hence the need to exhibit efficiency with the available resources. 

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While stressing the importance for all to contribute their quota to the development of the State and the Nation at Large, Mr. Oladimeji task the media to embrace balance, effective and efficient journalistic practice. 

Also his contributions, member representing Olorunda State Constituency, Mr. Olaide Ajibola expressed the readiness of the Committee to cooperate with the station to achieve a remarkable face lift.

Mr. Ajibola urged the station to promote local sports activities which would go a long way in identifying and promoting indigenous young sport talents. 

In his words, the Permanent Secretary, OSBC, Alhaji AbdulRasheed Folaranmi highlighted the challenges hindering smooth running of the station to the House Committee on Media and Public Affairs.

Alhaji Folaranmi appreciated the House for the opportunity and reiterated OSBC’s commitment towards promoting the State Government’s Programmes and Polices. 

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Transportation

Road Agency Bill Scales Second Reading in OSHA

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By Mojisola Oladele

Osun Road Maintenance Agency Establishment Bill 2023 has scaled through the Second Reading, after the legislators presented it’s policy thrust. 

The lawmakers called for the accelerated passage of the Bill which would help upgrade Transportation system in the State, aid easy maintenance of Truck “B” roads, Rehabilitation of dilapidated Roads amongst other benefits of the Bill. 

The Majority leader of the House, Mr. Kofoworola Adewunmi and Member representing,Ola – Oluwa, Mr. Afeez Ibrahim moved that Bill scales through its second reading during plenary presided by The Speaker, Prince Adewale Egbedun. 

Also, the Chairman, Osun State House of Assembly Committee on Public Works and Transport, Mr. Abiola Ibrahim disclosed to the house that the State Ministry of Works would find a temporary solution to the end point of Ikirun – Insha Road, which had been leading to road accidents. 

Recalled that member representing Ifelodun State Constituency, Mr. Akinlolu Adeyemi raised the issue of the road during the recent plenaries of the House. 

However, Osun State Lottery and Gaming Activities Bill 2023 sponsored by The Speaker, Prince Adewale Egbedun and Osun State Tertiary Institution Staff Retirement Age Amendment Bill 2023 sponsored by member Representing Ila, Mr. Sikiru Bajepade, were mentioned at the floor of the House.

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Politics

OSHA Lifts Suspension on Staff Audit Consultant

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By Mojisola Oladele 

The Osun State House of Assembly has lifted the suspension placed on the consultant handling the staff audit of workers in the employ of the State Government, Sally Tibbot Consulting.

This was made known to Newsmen by Mr. Olamide Tiamiyu ,The Chief Press Secretary to the Speaker,OSHA, Prince Adewale Egbedun.

Prince Egbedun noted that the decision of the House followed the resolution of the minor differences between the labour and the consultant.

He said the House look forward to a seamless exercise going forward while demanding strict adherence to rules of engagement and professionalism from the consultant.

The Speaker urged civil servants to give total cooperation for the exercise, stressing that the exercise is not a witch-hunt or targeted at anyone but to free the service of ghost workers and enhance efficiency.

Prince Adewale reiterated the resolve of the House to continue to make meaningful interventions in state affairs, vowing to deploy its oversight functions in making sure that Osun people get benefits for resources.

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Health

OSHA Charges Health Parastatals on Effective Service Delivery

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By Mojisola Oladele

The Chairman House committee on Health at the Osun State House of Assembly, OSHA, Prince Kasope Abolarin wants stakeholders in the Health sectors across the state to prioritise effective service delivery.

Prince Abolarin made the call during interactive sessions in different segments comprising all health parastatals in the state which included the Ministry of Health, Hospitals Management Board, HMB and Osun Health Insurance Scheme, OHIS held at the parliamentary section of the Assembly.

He stressed that the aim of the meeting was not to probe or witch-hunt but rather dwelt extensively on observing critically the challenges facing the Health sector and to work out ways to improve the sectors in the state.

In a remark, Commissioner for Health, Barrister Isiaka Adekunle represented by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Health, Doctor Isiaka Adekunle who explained that the first assignment by the present administration was Imole Free Medical and Surgical Outreach which would be in three phases noted that the second round is on.

Doctor Adekunle stressed that the medical outreach first phase involved medical interventions for some minor ailments, the second which is ongoing involves medical treatment of some common diseases: malaria, cough, diabetes and other related diseases while the third phase would involve optical interventions which have to do with eyes.

He also explained that other activities done by the ministry in the last nine months included Mass Net Campaign, Flag off for the World Breastfeeding week among others.

The State Commissioner for Health stressed that the ministry which comprises of seven departments does not have adequate manpower leading to additional burden on the personnel.

In another development, the committee also held meeting with stakeholders of the Hospitals Management Board.

In his brief, the Permanent Secretary, Hospitals Management Board, Doctor Abayomi Oni explained that the main function of the Hospitals Management Board is to execute general health policies approved by government through its secondary health facility.

Also in his submission, The Executive Secretary, Osun Health Insurance Scheme, OHIS, Doctor Adeniyi Oginni stated that the agency was established by law with the objective of working towards ensuring quality Health care is accessible to the Residents at affordable rates.

In separate remarks, the Deputy Chairman of the committee, Mr.Olawale Akerele, Mr. Folorunsho Ogundare, Mr. Abiola Ibrahim and Mr. Oderinwale Elisha pleaded for transparency from Stakeholders in the health sector and ensure they furnish the committee with relevant information.

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Environment

Illegal Mining Prohibition Bill 2023 to tackle environmental hazards – OSHA

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By Mojisola Oladele

Osun State House of Assembly says Ilegal Mining Prohibition Bill 2023 will put an end to environmental hazards in the State.

This was the remark of the lawmakers during the Policy Thrust of Osun State Illegal Mining Prohibition Bill 2023 during the plenary of the State House of Assembly.

They noted that the bill if passed into law would protect the environment at large

The Lawmaker Stressed that the Bill seeks to establish a task force to curb illegal mining whereby culprits are fined for engaging in illegal operations. 

In his remarks, The Speaker of the Parliament, Prince Adewale Egbedun urged the lawmakers to do more investigative research on the proposed bill.

However, under matters of urgent public importance to the House, the Chief Whip who doubles as the lawmaker representing llesa West State Constituency, Mr. Olawale Akerele brought to the notice of the House the deplorable condition of major roads in his constituency.

Mr. Akerele explained that the condition of Oke- Ese, Odo-Ere, Araromi and Atakumosa roads are in bad condition for business activities. 

He called for government urgent intervention to ease the suffering of the people.

In his remark, the Speaker of the Parliament urged the various heads of the Committee to work together with their members to achieve positive results.

He called on lawmakers to embrace the principle of teamwork to fast-track the socio- Economic development of the State.

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