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Health Care: Osun Pensioners Shower Praises on Governor Adeleke, Describe Him as God Sent

Excitement and encomium reigned among senior citizens in Osun state as they begin registration for enrolment into a comprehensive healthcare plan provided by Governor Ademola Adeleke on Monday.

The Executive Secretary of Osun Health Insurance Scheme, Dr. Rasak Akindele, had on Thursday disclosed the directive of Governor Adeleke to enroll 19,000 pensioners in the state in the health scheme, offering reprieve to senior citizens confronted by one health challenge or the other.

The healthcare plan, which is the first in the history of the state, triggered wild excitement among pensioners who applauded the intervention as lifesaving.

At Osogbo where the registration took off on Monday, the excitement of pensioners could be noticed from afar, as they lauded Governor Adeleke for taking their wellbeing seriously.

A pensioner who simply identified herself as Rev'd Mother Folayemi Ayanfe, commended Governor Adeleke for the healthcare plan, noting that this will decisively handle the health challenges faced by senior citizens and improve their situations significantly.

Revd Mother Ayanfe who tried to quantify the impact of the intervention, said the healthcare coverage to be provided by Governor Adeleke will enable pensioners have access to quality healthcare services and drastically reduce the occurrence of avoidable deaths among the senior citizens.

"What the Governor (Adeleke) is doing with this enrollment of pensioners is unprecedented. Given our ages, it is expected that we will have one form of health challenges or the other, and the pressure of managing it is cumbersome," Mr. Olabamiji who retired as a Vice Principal in one of the public schools in the state noted.

"In fact, many of us spend whatever we get in term of entitlements on healthcare, which ieven n many cases, was not enough. But that worry will cease with this as the healthcare scheme will significantly cater for our health needs. This is incredible and I must commend Mr. Governor for showing yet that he truly cares for us (pensioners)."

Speaking in similar vein, Prince Akintunde Akindiran said the healthcare coverage provided by Governor Adeleke is yet a demonstration of his commitment to their wellbeing, noting that welfare of pensioners has witnessed significant improvement since the Governor assumed office.

He scored Governor Adeleke high on improving the situation of pensioners in the state in tandem with his campaign promises, pointing out that welfare of the senior citizens has improvement since advent of His Excellency's administration..

"This Governor (Adeleke) is God sent, because he has been so good to us (pensioners). Aside the improvement he has ensured in the payment of pension and gratuities, this healthcare coverage he is providing for us will make significant impact in our lives," Prince Akindiran noted.

"Before now, many pensioners struggled to manage their health, and unfortunately caused avoidable death of affected individuals. But with this plan, we no longer have to worry, as the very great gesture will avail us the needed healthcare whenever the need arises. For this, I thank Governor Adeleke and pray that God will continue to uphold him in offering more services to the people."

The registration of pensioners on the healthcare plan commenced on Monday, with retirees from Osogbo/Olorunda/Irepodun/Orolu Federal Constituency, Ifelodun/Boripe/Odo Otin Federal Constituency and Ayediire/Iwo/ Ola-Oluwa Federal Constituency to be captured on the health scheme.

The registration of pensioners for the healthcare scheme takes place at their respective local governments as agreed by the leadership of the pensioners' union.

Osun to enrol 19,000 retirees in health insurance scheme

The Executive Secretary, Osun Health Insurance Scheme, Dr Rasak Akindele, has said the agency has been directed by Governor Ademola Adeleke to enrol all retirees in the state in the health scheme.

Akindele disclosed this on Thursday on the sidelines of the quarterly meeting of the OHIS management and accredited Health Care Providers, held at the Government Secretariat, Abere.

The OHIS boss said registration of the beneficiaries, who are 19,000 in number, would commence immediately while Governor Adeleke would present them their enrollment cards later.

He said, “The governor has given the order that we should enrol all pensioners in the state on the scheme. All of them came out in their large numbers to vote during the election and they deserve to be compensated. It is not even compensation, it is their right because they have a right to good health at that age having served the state for that long.


“In fact, the governor is going to present their identity cards in commemoration of his first-year anniversary celebration. No matter the location, we have hospitals everywhere in Osun State. The number of beneficiaries is 19,000 in all.”

Speaking on the outcome of the meeting with the healthcare providers, Akindele said, “We need to have feedback from them. What are the problems they are encountering and how we can solve the problems, because they say where there is no law, there can’t be crimes.

“If we understand the problems, we can solve the problems together with them. If there are infringements later, then we can now sanction through the means of law.”

Governor of Osun State, sen. Ademola Adeleke has just unveiled an ambitious 100 Billion Naira infrastructure plan.

The infrastructure plan is known as the #ImoleRevitalizationPlan a comprehensive plan aimed at addressing various infrastructure and economic issues in OsunState.

Check out this thread to discover SOME OF the exciting projects.

HEALTH
Revitalization of health centers in each local government in the state

EDUCATION
Complete renovation of 6 secondary schools

ROADS
- REHABILITATION OF OTAN AYEGBAJU IRESI ROAD
- REHABILITATION OF EDE - EGBEDI - ERIN OSUN ROAD
- Dualisation of Old Garage - Oke Fia - Lameco Roundabout, Osogbo
- Dualisation of Akoda Junction - Baptist High School, Ede

FLY OVERS
- Construction of Flyover @ Mayfair Roundabout, Ile-Ife
- Construction of Flyover @ Alamisi Junction Roundabout, Ikirun
- Construction of Flyover on Oke Fia Roundabout, Osogbo
- Construction of Flyover on Lameco Roundabout, Osogbo
- Construction of Flyover @ Owode Market, Ede

BRIDGE
- Construction of Bridge across Osun River and Erinle River

The above will be executed with strong adherence to local content act. *AND ALL WILL BE COMPLETED WITHIN 12 MONTHS*
#OsunStateInfrastructure #OsunRevitalizationPlan #AdelekeThePerformer

Osun Pensioners pass a vote of confidence on Gov Adeleke

..... Confers on him the award of The Most Pensioner Friendly Governor of The Year

OSOGBO - 12/10/2023 - Osunstate.gov.ng

Apparently satisfied and impressed by his friendly disposition and genuine concerns to their welfare since he came on board the governance of Osun state almost a year ago, the entire body of senior citizens in Osun state under the umbrella of Nigeria Union of Pensioners( NUP) has passed a vote of confidence on the Governor of Osun state, Senator Ademola Adeleke.

In a unanimous decision at a programme to commemorate International Day of The Elderly, held at St Marks Grammar School, Osogbo on Thursday, the Pensioners, accordingly conferred the award of the most pensioner friendly governor In Osun state on Senator Ademola Adeleke.

A statement issued by the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Oluomo Kolapo Alimi, in respect of the award, was said to have been premised on the fact that, since Governor Adeleke mounted the mantle of leadership as the 6th democratically elected governor of Osun state, Pensioners in the state have never had it so good and rewarding the way things have turned out to be for them in the last one year.

The statement by the Pensioners in respect of the award of excellence on Governor Adeleke reads; "The entire body of retired but not tired civil servants under the umbrella of Nigeria Union of Pensioners, Osun state, is glad and happy to associate with the present administration in Osun state led by a populist oriented and Pensioner Friendly Governor (P.F.G), Senator Ademola Adeleke.

"To express our delight publicly and convincingly and to further convey our sense of immense gratitude and appreciation, informed the collective decision, by all of us,Pensioners in Osun state to pass a vote of confidence on Senator Ademola Ademola.

"Finally, as we mark this occasion of International Day of the Elderlies, the entire pensioners in Osun state is also pleased to use this avenue to further affirm and reaffirm our love and solidarity to the governor of Osun state, Senator Ademola Adeleke and the crop of wise men and women in his cabinet,who,are assisting him to pilot the affairs of Osun state.

"We pray that the present administration will continue to wax stronger and stronger in its genuine and strong commitment to make Osun the envy and pride of other states in Nigeria, especially for Pensioners", the statement concluded

Other members of the State Executive Council, honoured by the pensioners alongside the state governor at the occasion were the state deputy Governor, Prince Kola Adewusi, Secretary to the state government; Alhaji Teslim Igbalaye, Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Oluomo Kolapo Alimi and Commissioner for Rural Development and Community Affairs, Alhaji Gani OlaOluwa.

While praying for a continuous mutually beneficial relationship between the Pensioners and his administration in Osun state, Senator Adeleke, in his acceptance speech, described the award as a further challenge for him to continue to put smiles on the faces of the Osun Senior Citizens.

Senator Ademola equally reiterated that their labour, while in the service of Osun state and Nigeria as a whole, will never be allowed to go in vain.

Signed:
Oluomo Kolapo Alimi,
Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment.

Canada, Osun Government Strengthen Economic Collaboration

LAGOS- 09/10/2023 - Osunstate.gov.ng - 4:52 : The Government of Osun State and Canadian High Commission today consolidated economic partnership with a follow up bilateral talks between Governor Ademola Adeleke and the Canadian top diplomats in Lagos.

The Canadian High Commissioner, James Christoff had led his team at High Commission to Osun state five weeks ago during which sectoral teams of the Osun state government made presentations on potential partnership and collaboration between the state and Canada.

Today in Lagos, Governor Ademola Adeleke led his team which comprises of Hon Teslim Igbalaye, Secretary to the State Government; Rev. Bunmi Jenyo, Commissioner for Commerce and Industry; and Bamikole Omishore, Special Adviser on Sustainable Development Goals and Multilateral Relations.

Governor Adeleke said his visit was designed to reinforce conclusions reached during the High Commissioner's visit to Osun State and to brainstorm on his upcoming trip to Canada to meet Canadian sectoral investors.


"Today, I had the honor of visiting the Canadian High Commission in Lagos to discuss shared interests and my upcoming trip to Canada, where I plan to engage with investors, development partners, and Osun State natives residing in Canada", the Governor explained after the closed door meeting.


The Governor reaffirmed his administration's unwavering commitment to fostering a conducive environment for businesses to thrive in Osun, sharing with the diplomats the remarkable progress he has made in just 10 months, including plugging revenue leakages, maintaining transparency, and involving our citizens in the decision-making process.

"I also highlighted Osun's strategic location in the Southwest, which facilitates the movement of agricultural produce”, the Governor was quoted as saying, adding that "our plans for a cargo airport, the presence of a sub-power station that will be a major benefit to be a manufacturing hub with the right investments, a free trade zone, and an economic zone.

"I assured the High Commissioner of our dedication to providing investors with a secure and supportive atmosphere for their ventures to flourish", the Governor noted.

The delegation was received by the High Commissioner James Christoff, Deputy C.J. Scott, and their team in the trade and political section.

The High Commissioner reiterated his earlier assurance of the Canadian government to deepen economic partnership with subnational entities across Nigeria and Africa.

Signed
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the State Governor

Governor Adeleke Inaugurates Osun Airport Committee, Says Flight Link Will Improve Osun Economy

OSOGBO - 04/10/2023 - Osunstate.gov.ng

Governor Ademola Adeleke has reiterated his resolve to complete the Osun Airport as a way of fast tracking the economic development of Osun state.

He spoke on Tuesday evening at the inauguration of the Inter-Ministerial Committee on the revival of the airport project headed by the Commissioner for Special Duties, Dr Bashiru Salami.

The Governor noted as follows: "The project as we all know has been overshadowed by a lot of controversy. I am determined to solve the riddle and give Osun a befitting airport. It is regrettable that of all the South West states, only Osun has no airport. If we are to jumpstart our economy, we need to address the issue of connectivity. Osun as a solid mineral state with two free trade zones and multiple tertiary institutions deserves a flight link.

"My team postulated and rightly so that having an airport will accelerate the economic revival of Osun state. I however seek an in depth technical plan to study the entire project, develop and ensure the implementation and actualisation of the plan.

"I assemble this inter-ministerial committeew members to cover all requisite areas. You are to review the past, design for the present and implement for the future. You have the mandate of the Osun state government to invite all relevant stakeholders for submissions. Your mandate is not only to identify the problem areas ; you are to proffer actionable solutions.

" I also use this opportunity to call on partners and others involved in this project to cooperate with this standing committee. Our administration has the political will to push through this project. I need committee members to be innovative and come up with ideas for a sustainable multiple purpose airport", the Governor reiterated.

Responding, the Chairman of the committee, Dr Salami assured the Governor of the preparedness of the members to work diligently for the realization of the assignment.

" We know how important this project is to the state. We assure Mr Governor that we will set to work immediately as directed.

Signed
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the State Governor

Governor Adeleke receives foreign investors in Energy, Solar mini grids, others into Osun State

...says Free Trade Zone is back

The Executive Governor of Osun State, Sen. Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke has on Tuesday welcomed Chinese foreign technical delegation led by Carbon54 Limited to further deepen his industrialisation drive in the State.

The Governor also assured the people of Osun State that the Free Trade Zone, which has been abandoned for years, will soon be resuscitated by his administration.

Carbon54 Limited has concluded arrangements to invest in exploration, extraction, processing and supply chain management (export) of new energy metals including hard rock lithium (spodumene), in Osun State.

The investors are seeking to secure exploration and mining licenses for lithium deposits across the State and are also planning to attract further foreign investment and collaboration in the State by setting up solar mini grids and Energy Storage Systems (ESS) to power industrial development in Osun State.

Presenting the investors to the Governor, the Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo explained that Carbon54 and their foreign technical partners partner’s objective is to boost Osun State Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) and create jobs by driving the State's economic diversification, boosting energy capacity and industrialisation transition through extensive lithium ore extraction, processing of lithium concentrate, lithium exports, solar mini grids for power generation, Energy Storage Systems (ESS), solar portable power generators and charging stations for SMEs as Osun State continues to cushion the energy transition post fuel subsidy removal.

He emphasised that other states within the federation wanted to hijack the Chinese investors but for the tenacity of the governor, who assured the partners that Osun State is strategically positioned to become the new hub of industrial manufacturing activity in Nigeria due to its solid mineral resources, human intellectual capital, the existing power infrastructure and business enabling environment policies enacted by the Governor's Administration.

Carbon54 Limited will be attracting foreign investment and technical partners to upgrade the Living Spring Free Trade Zone to a Sustainable Green Economic Zone through a PPP vessel. The Free Trade Zone will serve as the new hub of industrialisation in Nigeria powered by clean energy while accommodating solid mineral treatment and refinery facilities, battery and electronic manufacturing facilities, assembly plants for automobiles, buses and solar generators, agro-allied industries, food processing and preservation facilities, textile manufacturing factories amongst others.

While speaking, Mrs Zheng who expressed her happiness also reassured the governor of their readiness to provide technical expertise and support of their company towards Osun State's industrial drive in the areas of lithium value chain, battery technology, renewable energy, Energy Storage Systems (ESS), Smart hardware, intelligent manufacturing (Automation), Industrial Internet to boost the digital economy, technology transfer, and skills acquisition and training initiatives at the Technology Incubation Centre located at the Living Spring Free Trade Zone.

This by implications, will boost the economic profile of the state and create jobs and improve technical competence of youths in the state.

Earlier, the Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Rev. Jenyo had taken the Carbon54 led delegation around the Free Trade Zone, Ede and the Central Power Station, Powerline, Osogbo for on-site assessment of the area and facilities.

Receiving the Commissioner and his team in his office, the Principal Manager Transmission, Engr. Lade S. O. A. also assured the investors of the enabling environment, human and natural resources and peace in the state as the cardinal principles of business growth and genuine industrialisation.

The President, Osun State Chambers of Commerce, mines and agriculture, Dr. Olu Olujide who recognized the governor as a lover of local content, urged his administration to promote investment in palm oil and palm kernel oil processing, rice milling, animal feed milling and cassava processing.

According to him "the Osun Trade Fair is one of the sustainable platforms to promote economic development of Osun State. The 2023 edition scheduled to hold between Thursday 16th to Tuesday 28th November 2023 is indeed a trade promotion platform which goes in line with Osun Government policy of promoting Trade Investments in the state".

"The fair will showcase the abundance of Osun agricultural products with value chain, plenthora of mineral resources, and general goods and services produced in the state", Dr. Olujide stated.

The delegation of the foreign investors include the former Deputy Head of Mission at the Nigerian Embassy in Beijing, Ambassador Ademola Oladele, Managing Director of Carbon54 Limited, Prince Ademola J. Oladele, Mrs Alice Zheng and Mr. Daniel Yang.

Osun ALGON chairman only empowered and not appointed 95 people

The rationale behind the empowerment of many by the chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) and chairman, Ifelodun Local Government Area, Hon Abiodun Sarafadeen Awotunde cannot be misconstrued by reasonable people but those with little or no knowledge of governance who are also nursing ulterior motives are sponsoring unsubstantiated reports about the development.

The fallacy being spread by the enemies of progress, especially members of the main opposition party in the state who are still being pained by the loss of their candidate in the last governorship election is not unexpected by discerning minds who know the stuff those peddling the fake news are made of.

To set the record straight, the ALGON chairman has not appointed 85 aides but only empowered some of his people across all the wards in Ifelodun Local Government.

It is the prerogative of any local government chairman, in a federal system of government like the one practice in Nigeria to empower his constituents through various means. This, Hon Awotunde has done without prejudice.

It is unfortunate that members of the opposition party will intentionally took empowerment for appointment because of their ulterior motive.

In any democracy, the people are the bastion of government and the only means through which their needs can be duly met is for them to enjoy the dividends of democracy.

This, Hon Awotunde has done by being magnanimous in his resolute to carry every community, ward and even unit along in his administration and making them to enjoy the dividends of democracy through empowerment programme.

Let it be emphasized that all the beneficiaries of the empowerment programme so far, represent various groups, communities, associations and stakeholders in the affairs of Ifelodun Local Government and this is to have efficient impact on the local government.

There's therefore no cause for alarm and the opposition should stop crying wolf when actually there's none.

N2 billion Palliatives: We are not a Corrupt Government Like Yours, Osun PDP Tackles APC

Osun state chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has blasted the state APC over alleged diversion of the N2 billion naira palliative fund, saying "we are not a corrupt government like yours.

Responding to the statement from the APC, Osun PDP Chairman, Hon Sunday Bisi said APC government that ran the state aground with multi billion naira debt without any democratic dividends, thinks and believe every leader is a kleptocrat with sadist mindset like the previous APC government.

"Governor Ademola Adeleke is a due process leader who cherishes accountability and transparency in all governmental processes. Procurement order has been placed for palliative materials and they will soon arrive.

"The palliative plan by Governor Adeleke is very comprehensive and is designed to be sufficient enough to reach the masses. Only those who were voted out for thieving records will think the Governor from a billionaire background will divert a palliative fund that is publicly declared.

"We want to put it on record that an internal probe conducted by this government had since revealed multi-billion naira maladministration and mismanagement under the previous APC government. Our government is however deeply interested in turning a new leaf rather than conducting a full probe of Oyetola government.

"We also want to affirm that the PDP government in Osun state has a policy of cooperation and collaboration to achieve developmental goals. In a federation, the states are obliged to ensure seamless intergovernmental relations for national development. The presidency appreciates Adeleke governorship, a development that is worrying the state chapter of APC.

" Rather than undermining federal palliative policy, Osun state is complementing it, ensuring a holistic approach and value for money without avenue for self-enrichment as was the case in the past. We are not a government that hoards palliatives; we are an accountable government with integrity and we are being led by a Governor from a reputable philanthropic family.

“When next the state APC makes an irresponsible allegation of fund diversion, the relevant agency of our government will take appropriate legal action. We invite APC to Ipade Imole on Thursday to listen to a transparent Governor delivering detailed stewardship to the good people of Osun State", the statement by the party chairman of PDP noted.

Signed
Hon Sunday Bisi,
State Chairman,
Osun State PDP
October 1st, 2023
[01/10, 18:10] Shakbab: *NEWS RELEASE*

*N2 billion Palliatives: We are not a Corrupt Government Like Yours, Osun PDP Tackles APC*

Osun state chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has blasted the state APC over alleged diversion of the N2 billion naira palliative fund, saying "we are not a corrupt government like yours.

Responding to the statement from the APC, Osun PDP Chairman, Hon Sunday Bisi said APC government that ran the state aground with multi billion naira debt without any democratic dividends, thinks and believe every leader is a kleptocrat with sadist mindset like the previous APC government.

"Governor Ademola Adeleke is a due process leader who cherishes accountability and transparency in all governmental processes. Procurement order has been placed for palliative materials and they will soon arrive.

"The palliative plan by Governor Adeleke is very comprehensive and is designed to be sufficient enough to reach the masses. Only those who were voted out for thieving records will think the Governor from a billionaire background will divert a palliative fund that is publicly declared.

"We want to put it on record that an internal probe conducted by this government had since revealed multi-billion naira maladministration and mismanagement under the previous APC government. Our government is however deeply interested in turning a new leaf rather than conducting a full probe of Oyetola government.

"We also want to affirm that the PDP government in Osun state has a policy of cooperation and collaboration to achieve developmental goals. In a federation, the states are obliged to ensure seamless intergovernmental relations for national development. The presidency appreciates Adeleke governorship, a development that is worrying the state chapter of APC.

" Rather than undermining federal palliative policy, Osun state is complementing it, ensuring a holistic approach and value for money without avenue for self-enrichment as was the case in the past. We are not a government that hoards palliatives; we are an accountable government with integrity and we are being led by a Governor from a reputable philanthropic family.

“When next the state APC makes an irresponsible allegation of fund diversion, the relevant agency of our government will take appropriate legal action. We invite APC to Ipade Imole on Thursday to listen to a transparent Governor delivering detailed stewardship to the good people of Osun State", the statement by the party chairman of PDP noted.

Signed
Hon Sunday Bisi,
State Chairman,
Osun State PDP
October 1st, 2023

I Praise Adeleke for Being a Dancing and Working Governor - Obasanjo

● Rallies Support of Ooni, Others for Osun Governor

LAGOS - 10/09/2023 - Osunstate.gov.ng

Former Nigerian President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, has lauded Governor Ademola Adeleke for proving his critics wrong by being a dancing but hard working Governor in the governance affairs of the state.

During his address at the 16th Harvest Anniversary and Thanksgiving Service held at the Love of Christ Generation Church C&S in Victoria Island, Lagos State, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo cited the Governor as an example of a leader who is not ashamed to praise God despite occupying highest office in the state, positing that dancing and working for God and the people are things to be proud of.

"Mr Governor, they call you a dancer. But you are dancing to praise God. And I heard you are working hard for your people", Chief Obasanjo who spoke in Yoruba language affirmed.

In an event attended by the Ooni of Ife, His Majesty, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi; the Publisher of Ovation Magazine, Aare Dele Momodu; Osun State House of Assembly Speaker, Rt. Hon. Adewale Egbedun and members of Osun House of Assembly; and top political and traditional rulers, Chief Obasanjo said "dancing to praise God is praise worthy especially with the reports of good developments happening in Osun state.

"God whom you are praising will shower his blessings on your state and government. I associate with you.

"Again, I learnt you are a listening leader. They said you take advice from the young and old. I am happy to hear that.

"I call on His Majesty ,the Ooni of Ife and other royal fathers to support the Governor to deliver more. Mr Governor, continue to work closely with traditional rulers, elders and stakeholders of your state.

"I charge Kabiyesi Ooni to always host close door meetings with the Governor. God whom the Governor is praising will continue to support him. He will not fail", Chief Obasanjo concluded.

Speaking at the event, Governor Adeleke said his habit of praise worship is to celebrate the owner of heaven and earth, saying "I am never ashamed to hold unto God through song and dance.

"Several men and women of God predicted my governorship. I am here to praise God for the prophecy that has come to pass. My communion with God is to come back to thank and praise him.

"I do this in several places of worship. My covenant with God is also to truly deliver dividends of democracy to my people. In 100 days in office, I did what many could not achieve in four years.

"We reformed the public service, attended to workers welfare, constructed and reconstructed over 40 kilometers of roads, implemented free medical surgeries with more than 40,000 beneficiaries.

"We are working on super overhead bridges to ease connectivity. We are reforming the education sector. We are building up our agriculture sector. I am working to make Osun state a reference point.

"I seek your prayers. I solicit your support. We are committed to God and the people", the Governo concluded.

Signed:
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the Governor

Re-Partnership with Microsoft: Osun State Government Disowns Ibitoye Kehinde

OSOGBO - 04/09/2023 - Osunstate.gov.ng

Osun State Government has distanced itself from Mr Kehinde Ibitoye, the federally appointed Focal Person on National Social Intervention Programmes (NSIP) and his purported programmes with Microsoft and Fidelity bank, describing his recent activities as injurious to the reputation of the state government.

The government specifically declared that it was not part of any programme involving Microsoft Corporation and Fidelity bank, accusing Mr Ibitoye of dropping the names of the State Governor and the State Government in such unwholesome activities.

In a statement issued on Monday, the State Government affirmed that Mr Ibitoye was an appointee of the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and that his recent activities has brought reputational damage to the state government, calling on local and national agencies and private sector organisations to beware of any solicitation from the said Ibitoye in relation to the State Government.

The State Government has statutory bodies and agencies in the area of empowerment and capacity building across the sectors, directing government officials to desist from providing cover or partnership for Mr Ibitoye as his activities now constitute threat to the integrity of the State.

The State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has also directed in depth investigation into the activities of the said Mr Ibitoye with a view to generate report for action with the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs.

The State Government therefore uses this medium to inform the public that Mr Ibitoye is not and cannot act on behalf of the State Government. Any corporate body with issues with the said Ibitoye should relate with him and not drag the State Government into such controversy.

Signed:
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the State Governor

The Governor stated this while responding to an address by Masai Michael Ujiri, a British born Nigerian-Canadian professional basketball executive and President of the Toronto Raptors in the National Basketball Association (NBA).

Masai addressed the delegation of Nigerian Governors at the ongoing leadership retreat organized by the Nigeria Governors Forum in Kigali, Rwanda.

Masai Ujiri disclosed that sports as an important sector needs proper attention by the government and to drive the needed development in the sector, the government needs to bring in private investors, citing examples of how commercializing sports has helped many developed countries.

Governor Adeleke, who was assured of the readiness of his administration to develop sports in the state, extended a state invitation to Masai Ujiri to further consolidate his administration’s plans and efforts for the sector.

“I will invite you to Osun state in Nigeria. Come with sport investors. Osun is open for sport as a tool for economic development”, the Governor noted

Signed
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the State Governor

GOV. ADEMOLA ADELEKE IS THE LONG AWAITED OSUN STATE OLD CITIZENS MESSIAH

By Oni Gbenga Lawrence


It is of record that the previous administrations in the state led by the APC government failed to pay pensions in their 12 years of ruling with no valid reason. Despite the ill talk about the governors administration from the opposition party. Yesterday 10th of August, 2023, Governor Ademola Adeleke present bond certificates to contributory pensioners across all levels of government in Osun State at the Local Government Service Commission Hall, Abere, Osogbo the state capital.


Over N8bn has been released to local level pensioners since his assumption of office in November 2022 to date and about N5bn paid released to state level pensioners.


The governor at the event reiterated on his administration’s commitment to making life easier for all and sundries in the state, “our administration is innovating for a sustainable strategy to liquidate all outstanding pensions and salary debt.”


He further noted that the state is working on various means of reducing the cost of living for pensioners and everyone in the state. “We are working on enrolling pensioners to the state health insurance scheme” - Governor Adeleke posited.


The governor equally appeal to the pensioners that all categories will be touched as there’s plan on ground for all of them.


Joy filed the heart of pensioners while receiving their bond certificates from the governor, they described him as the long awaited messiah, a good public administrator and appreciated him greatly for changing the narratives of Osun State pensioners.


We are glad we made a right decision says the pensioners at the event. With the testaments from the old citizens I am confident that the good work the governor has started across all sectors in the state.


IMOLE Osun n tan…

JUST IN:

Governor Ademola Adeleke approved the release of bond certificates worth 2.1bn to retirees under the contributory pension scheme at the State and LG level.

The beneficiaries shall be presented the bond certificates tomorrow at the LG service commission hall

NEWS RELEASE

Governor Adeleke intervenes in Kajola Market Criss, Appeals for Calm

OSOGBO- 04/08/2023 - Osunstate.gov.ng

Governor Ademola Adeleke has called on warring market factions at Kajola town to stop feud and confrontations to allow mediatory intervention by the Commissioner for Commerce and Industry.

In a statement issued on Friday, the market leaders were called upon to remain calm as the Governor has directed the Commissioner for Commerce and Industry to wade into the matter with immediate effect.

" Mr Governor has instructed the commissioner to wade into the matter and ensure that all points of disagreements among the factions are resolved. This intervention is to allow for the reopening of the market to protect the livelihood of stakeholders.

" All factions are enjoined to stop hostilities pending the outcome.of the mediation. Nobody should take law into their hands. The Honourable Commissioner has already stepped into the matter as directed ", the statement noted.

Signed
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the State Governor

Hon Clement Akanni Meets With Royal Fathers And Community Leaders Across Boluwaduro/Ifedayo/Ila Federal Constituency, Highlights Service Agenda Achievements

1st August 2023 - Boluwaduro/Ifedayo/Ila Federal Constituency

The Member representing Boluwaduro/Ifedayo/Ila Federal Constituency, Hon Clement Ademola Akanni (Olohunwa), held his maiden meeting with the Orangun of Ila, HRM Oba Abd-Wahab Oyedotun, Arutu Oluokun, Bibiire 1, and the Orangun of Oke-Ila, HRM Oba Adedokun Abolarin Aroyinkeye 1, along with other royal fathers and paramount chiefs from various towns in the Federal Constituency. Also present were PDP leaders, party stakeholders, executives, members, and other respected individuals from Boluwaduro/Ifedayo/Ila Federal Constituency. The purpose of the meeting was to express his heartfelt gratitude for his success and that of the PDP during the last general election. Additionally, Hon Clement Akanni updated the community members on his unrelenting activities towards the development and progress of his constituents and residents.

During the meeting, Hon Clement Akanni provided a recap of his achievements in advancing infrastructural development in his Federal Constituency. Some of the notable achievements include:

1. A working visit to the Federal Ministry of Water Resources, Abuja, to address water scarcity issues.

2. A working visit to the Ministry of Power and Energy, which facilitated a team of technocrats to visit the community.

3. A working visit to the National Productivity Center, aimed at fostering socio-economic growth.

4. A working visit to the National Directorate of Employment, focusing on talent discovery and improved outputs.

5. Inviting a team of experts on ecology to rehabilitate eroded roads and sites badly affected by erosions.

6. Plans to facilitate the establishment of a Federal Technical College in Otan-Ayegbaju, with assistance sought from community leader Prof Olu Aina.

7. Plans to facilitate the establishment of a Federal Agricultural Scheme in Oke-Ila Orangun to boost agricultural activities and increase farm product yields.

8. Plans to create an accessible platform for graduates, professionals, job seekers, and others in need of employment without discrimination or favouritism.

Hon Clement Akanni emphasized his commitment to all-inclusive leadership in his Constituency, ensuring that all constituents will benefit from his efforts for a long time.

In his response, HRH Orangun of Oke-Ila commended Hon Clement Akanni's charismatic and quality leadership, showering him with royal blessings. The Orangun of Ila and other royal fathers present expressed their desire for him to remain their MHR for several years.

Similarly, all the royal fathers and paramount chiefs at the gathering extended their prayers and instructive caution for Hon Clement Akanni to stay focused on his laudable service agendas.

Among the dignitaries present were HRM Owa Otan-Ayegbaju, Oba Lukman Areni-bi-owo, HRM Edigbon of Edemosi, Oba Adeniyi Olaniyan, HRM Oba Akinfin of Ikinifin Oba Bamidele Samson Olufemi, HRM Oba Oluresi of Iresi Oba Sikiru Adeseun Ibiloye Odumirin 11, HRM Oba Akesin of Ora Igbomina Oba Samuel Oladosu Idowu, HRM Oba Asaoni of Ora Igbomina Oba Tinuoye Joshua Atolagbe, HRM Oba Owaloja of Kajola-Ajaba Oba Bisiriyu Adekunle Adeniji, and High Chief Ogunriade, Ejemu of Ila-Orangun, who encouraged and emphasized the need for Hon to heed the instructive advice of the royal fathers.

Among the political leaders and party stakeholders in attendance were party chairman Alh Abd-Ganiyu Olaitan, party leader Elder Kolapo Lawal, Alh Sulaimon Bello, Alh Yekini Lawal, Hon Ademola Durosomo, Alh Hon Yekini Oderemi, Hon Banji, Hon Abd-Rasheed Bello, party members, market men and women, artisans, transport workers, students, and various other people from Boluwaduro/Ifedayo/Ila Federal Constituency.

Indeed, Hon Clement Ademola Akanni Olohunwa is poised to make a landmark development. Let us rally around him to enjoy the uncommon dividends of democracy that he ensures for everyone in the federal constituency.

Governor Adeleke Approves Payment of Another Batch of Half Salary Debt

OSOGBO - 29/07/2023 - Osunstate.gov.ng

In line with his pledge to pay up salary debt in the state public service, Governor Ademola Adeleke has approved the payment of another batch of half salary debt alongside the state workers' July salary .

The fresh payment makes it the third time the Governor will pay the half salary debt in line with the template issued early this year to pay the debt on a quarterly basis.

The administration has paid that of the first and second quarters while workers will receive the third quarter payment alongside their July salary.

Governor Adeleke had during the electioneering campaign promised to pay the salary debt on installments basis. The administration had inherited about 26 billion naira in half salary debt and about 50 billion naira in pension related debt from the previous government.

Commenting on the approval, the Governor restated his commitment to the faithful implementation of the template for the payment of the inherited salary debt, adding that the template is a consensus among all stakeholders on how to exit the half salary rope.

"I want to assure Osun workers that the payment is progressing as scheduled. Despite the tight fiscal situation, we are prioritising workers welfare by paying the inherited debt on installment basis.

"As a government of the people, by the people and for the people, we will remain focussed on human development even as we work to upgrade our infrastructure and develop our local economy", the Governor noted.

Signed:
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the State Governor

Adeleke Appoints Oloyede As OSPOLY Acting Registrar
Governor Ademola Adeleke has appointed Mr. Oyedele Abiodun Oloyede, as the Acting Registrar of the Osun State Polytechnic, Iree. The appointment was confirmed in a letter addressed to the Rector of the polytechnic by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education, Mr. M.A.K. Jimoh. According to the letter, Oloyede’s appointment takes immediate effect.

Osun state governor, Ademola Adeleke has submitted a full list of commissioners and special advisers to the Osun State House of Assembly through the House Speaker.

Spokesperson to the Governor, Mallam Olawale Rasheed who made this disclosure while speaking to journalists in Osogbo, Osun State capital on Tuesday noted that the list is to be read out at the plenary session of the Assembly when it resumes from its recess early next week.

The House of Assembly had earlier gone on recess after the inauguration to allow the new lawmakers to get prepared for legislative business and for the logistics of House operations to be firmed up for newly inaugurated Assembly.

He said “His Excellency has finalized the commissioners’ list and submitted same to the State Assembly. The House is resuming next week and expectedly, the House Speaker will disclose the names to his colleagues to commence screening of nominees.

“The Governor and the state leadership have done the needful and the public should expect the list to be made public sooner than later.

“The delay was clearly due to many factors, namely the protracted litigation on the outcome of the governorship election and the general elections covering state Assembly, National Assembly and the presidential elections.

“The good thing is that the long wait is over. The long awaited commissioners’ list here”.

Governor Adeleke Plans Health Insurance Enrollment for Pensioners, Orders FastTracking of Pension Payment

OSOGBO- 30/06/2023 -Osunstate.gov.ng:


The government of Osun State is working on a plan to enroll contributory pensioners in the state health insurance scheme even as the Governor has issued a directive for the immediate payment of pension entitlement as planned in the template released earlier this year.


The Governor dropped the hints while receiving leaders of thought who paid him a sallah homage , noting that he has received many representations from the pensioners, restating his determination to address their issues in line with his campaign promises.


The Governor noted that the template released earlier this year on clearing of outstanding salaries and pensions is still in force and he subsequently directed the Head of Service to fast track the implementation by ensuring the payment of the pension arrears in line with the approved template.


"The template was created with an eye on gradual clearing of the salary and pension debts. This was in recognition of the financial status of the state which is well documented and known to the public. Our administration focuses on meeting the various needs of the state within a tight financial situation.


"Our administration is however prioritizing workers' welfare which covers in and out of service workers. I restate our commitment to the welfare of our senior citizens, the pensioners. The phased payments is a standby directive and I assured our pensioners that they are not and cannot be forgotten.", the Governor assured.

Dropping another hint of a pro-pensioners plans, Governor Adeleke said his administration is almost finalizing a plan to enroll the pensioners under the state health insurance scheme to address their health needs.

"Our administration is working hard on health insurance enrollment for the pensioners. Our senior citizens needs constant health attention. We think the best approach is to enrol them as that will ease the burden of treatment during their retirement.


"We are working on the details. Once it is finalized, we will release it for immediate implementation", Governor Adeleke was quoted as saying.

Signed
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the State Governor

BREAKING NEWS:

Eid Kabir: Governor Adeleke Escapes Assassination Attempt

Osun state Governor today escapes assassination attempt at the Osogbo Eid praying ground as some hoodlums led by some APC chieftains took over the Governor's section and beat up the PDP House of Representative member for Osogbo federal constituency Hon. Moruf Gangaria.

Governor Adeleke arrived the venue with his team amidst ongoing rumpus. The Governor was encircled and the security personnel practically smuggled the Governor out of the place.

Armed thugs were seen with top weapons. On two occasions, the Governor could not access the prayer point.

Top Osogbo PDP leaders were molested and beat up.

The Governor escapes the scene as at the time of filling this report without getting hurt.

GLOBAL PRESIDENT OF OSUN INDIGENOUS STUDENTS’ SOARS ENCOMIUMS ON MEMBER HOUSE OF REP. ILA/IFEDAYO/BOLUWADURO FEDRAL CONSTITUENCY, HON.CLEMENT ADEMOLA AKANNI OLOHUNWA - Says inclusion and appointments of constituency youths and students in various portfolios, shows you're a true democrat and exemplary political leader.

“NAOSS National President, Comr. Adeoye Kazeem O. has soared encomium on HON. OLOHUNWA for counting the youths and students of his constituency worthy to work in various capacities with him as his aids. In the statement issued by his S.A Media and Publicity, Comr. Tunde Babalola, the president said "I am so elated at the moment to see our dear OLOHUNWA doing exactly according to the template of the manifestos he promised the entire youths and students during his campaign.

“Of course, this is a great and remarkable fit in the history of our constituency and Osun State at large, to have a politician who dearly held the youths in high esteem like he does, it's so rare to say the fact. Over time, we have had some politicians in that same position of which youths and students were not given recognition nor priority. It's not a gainsays that our beloved Hon. Olohunwa is a true democrat and an exemplary leader to us in Ila/boluwaduro/ifedayo federal constituency." Tho, i wasn’t surprised because he’s man of he’s words and anointed mercy.

"In addition, the president urged other political leaders in Osun State to make inclusion of youths within the State as one of their priorities. Incorporating youths and students in particular to governance would really prepare them for future leadership position and not only that, it will help to directly exhume the potential and substances they have in them.

"It is on this note, I extend my congratulatory gesture to all the youths and students appointed by Hon. Olohunwa to various capacities. I pray may God grant you all the necessary knowledge, zeal and willingness to serve outstandingly well in your various portfolios. Accept my warmest CONGRATULATIONS!

Once again, I singularly say thank you to Hon. Akanni Olohunwa for the rare opportunity and privilege given to the youths and students of my federal constituency. May God in his infinite mercies grant all your silent and salient prayer as you represent the affairs of your people at the green chamber”.

SIGNED :✍🏻
COMR. TUNDE BABALOLA (TUNDEXMANIA)
S.A ON MEDIA AND PUBLICITY TO THE PRESIDENT

Gov. Adeleke approves rehabilitation of NYSC facilities in Osun

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has approved the rehabilitation of some facilities at the NYSC orientation camp, Ede to make the environment conducive for corp members posted to the state for their one year mandatory youth service who will undergo orientation course at the camp

The permanent secretary, ministry of youth, sports development and special needs, Mrs Taiwo Oladunjoye stated this on IMOLE AYO, an enlightenment programme put in place by the office of the spokesperson to the governor, Mallam Olawale Rasheed to promote the activities of Governor Ademola Adeleke’s administration on OSBC Radio and Television channels

Mrs Oladunjoye added that the governor gives priority to the welfare of youths in Osun State, adding that he has sponsored no fewer than two thousand youths on vocational training like fashion designing, hair dressing, painting among others

According to her, all the affected youths are now employers of labour and they are doing well in their various fields

According to the PS, ministry of youth sports development and special needs, governor Adeleke has also provided needed funds for the uplift of the sports sector in Osun State noting that this gesture has served as an incentive for athletes and footballers to excel in the various competitions they feature in.

Mrs. Taiwo Oladunjoye also commended Governor Adeleke for distributing mobility aides to about two hundred and forty persons with disabilities as well as thick umbrellas, skin cream and magnifying glasses for those with albinism among others

She urged the youths not to engage in social vices but be good ambassadors of the state of the living spring wherever they find themselves

The Governor of Osun state, Senator Ademola Adeleke has approved the construction of a dual carriage way on the Akoda – Cottage Junction – Oke Gada – Ido Osun – Ofatedo road.

The 23 kilometer dualisation work also has a spur which will take care of Oke Gada – Army Barrack-Ara Junction and INEC Junction – Egbedi Junction.

The project will commence immediately with a combined team of the Ministry of Works and Transport, Ministry of Lands and the Office of the Surveyor General all at the sight for a low key flaggoff.

Coodinating the flagg-off at the Cottage Junction, Ede, the Director Highways in the Ministry of Works, Engr. Basiru Bello said the Governor granted the approval of the project with the aim of opening up all major towns in the State.

He said the Governor believes that the economic prosperity of any society begins with good infrastructure in place, especially well dualised roads which will attract investors.

Engr. Bello added that the Governor intends to quickly change the face of Osun State with dual carriage ways in almost all the major towns in the State.

According to him, “Governor Adeleke wants a new Osun, our Governor wants to quickly make the State very attractive to visitors and would be investors. The Governor has ordered that every road leading to the State capital be put in good condition and work has already started”,he stated.

He called on residents of the ancient town to cooperate with construction workers as the job commences in earnest, urging them to bear the attendant pain and hardship they may face before the project is completed.

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Dangote Refinery is a Continental Game Changer - Governor Adeleke

OSOGBO-21/05/2023- The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has described the just completed Dangote Refinery as "a continental game changer with huge capacity to positively transform Nigeria and African economy"

In a congratulatory message to the Chairman of Dangote Holdings, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, Governor Adeleke noted that the completion of the refinery within such a record time signals a new era of energy sufficiency for Nigeria and Africa, noting specifically that "the new facility will service Africa and boost local and continental GDP"

Praising Dangote's ingenuity behind the conception and implementation of the project, the Governor testified that the successful completion is an affirmation of the business acumen and integrity of the Chairman of Dangote Holdings, a personality he said has become "a major propeller of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AFCTA).

" By his extensive investment across Africa and by his latest accomplishment with this biggest refinery on the continent, Alhaji Dangote is unarguably the patron of AfCTA, a facilitator of intra and inter African trade, an enabler of Africans trading with Africans and mobiliser of African capital serving Africa", Governor Adeleke declared.

Governor Adeleke who described Alhaji Dangote as a blessing to the black world said the refinery project remains a landmark initiative, a gift of Africa to world business and a declaration of Nigeria's emergence as a global player in the old and new business order.

Signed
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the Executive Governor

Governor Adeleke directs councils to construct 1.5 km roads each, says Engr. Ajao

𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘥𝘶𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘻𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘖𝘭𝘥 𝘨𝘢𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘦 - 𝘖𝘬𝘦𝘧𝘪𝘢 - 𝘓𝘢𝘮𝘦𝘤𝘰 𝘳𝘰𝘢𝘥

Governor Ademola Adeleke is considering dualizing Old garage - Oke fia road to Lameco area in Osogbo

The coordinating director, Osun State ministry of works and transport, Engineer Olusola Ajao stated this on Imole Ayo, a sensitization programme put in place by the office of the spokesperson to the governor, Mallam Olawale Rasheed to promote the activities of Governor Ademola Adeleke's administration on OSBC Radio and Television

According to him, officials of the ministry of works and transport will as from Monday begin reconnaissance survey and data gathering on the stretch of the road to pave way for the commencement of the dualizasion project

He said the present Administration in Osun State is poised to give Osogbo a facelift with a view to making the ancient town have the look of a real State Capital

The coordinating director, ministry of works and transport added that governor Adeleke has also directed each local government in the state to construct one point five (1.5) kilometers of road in their council area

He assured the people that, all ongoing road projects across the state will soon be completed while other roads due for construction/rehabilitation will start immediately

Engineer Ajao appealed to residents of the state to continue supporting the administration of Senator Ademola Adeleke through regular payment of taxes which he noted are being used to provide social amenities in all the nooks and crannies of the state.

Your emergence has transformed Osun economy, says Mrs. Danjuma

Sunday Okunade

The Southwest Coordinator of the National Association of Traders, Mrs. Odunayo Danjuma has disclosed that the emergence of Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has given Osun economy a facelift as it has started experiencing a new dawn.

Mrs. Danjuma stated this during a courtesy visit paid to the State Governor in his office, State Secretariat, Abere.

She noted that since the emergence of Governor Adeleke in Osun, the economy has improved tremendously even in Oyo State noting that in the past, the traders in the Oyo market have written Osun traders off in terms of poor patronage.

She equally congratulated the Governor on his victory at the Supreme Court which affirmed him as the authentic Governor of the State.

She spoke further, "Mr. Governor, I want to congratulate you on your victory at Supreme Court.

"I want to tell you that within the few months you took over the leadership in Osun, Osun's economy has improved in no small measure because, formerly, we traders in Oyo State have written traders from Osun off because of their poor patronage. But now, I can tell you categorically that things have changed for the better because we have to wait for them every Tuesday. After all, we see how they have raised the bar of our economy in the market".

She, however, charged residents of the State to always pay their tax for the development of the State, while praying for the Governor and other political office holders to succeed in piloting the affairs of the State.

Speaking earlier, the National Coordinator, of Atikulated Global Movement, South West and PDP Presidential Campaign Committee, female Youth, Osun State Chapter, on behalf of the associations, Mrs. Bolanle Sarumi said the group purposely visited the Governor to felicitate with him for his outstanding performance in the State saying, he has changed the fortune of Osun for better as residents of the State are now happy to have him as the Governor.

Mrs Sarumi on behalf of other group members presented a certificate of endorsement by the aspirants and candidates of the Atikulated Global Movement (AGM) of the Peoples' Democratic Party (PDP) to the Governor. While Mrs Odunayo Danjuma, on behalf of the traders presented a fabric to the Governor.

In his response, Governor Ademola Adeleke appreciated the visitors for identifying with him on his victory.

He explained that his prudence in managing the finance of the State associated with his achievements within the few months he has spent in the office.

Governor Adeleke added that despite the challenges in Court, he is determined to serve the people of Osun, advancing that he blocked all the leakages and thereby embarked on infrastructural development of the State starting from the construction of the long-abandoned Osogbo/ Ikirun/ Ila-Odo road which is almost completed, prompt payment of workers salaries and pensions, free medical care, provision of pipe born water and lots more.

The State helmsman Promised not to disappoint the association and the people of Osun at large, saying the light which has started in Osun will spread around the Southwest and beyond.

He, therefore, accepted and endorsed the association, promising to always support them for the betterment of the Country.

Uniosun Resident Doctors Won't Join National Strike as Osun Government Approves Residency Training Allowance, Others

Resident medical doctors of the Osun State University Teaching Hospital will not be joining the ongoing national strike.

This was the outcome of a close door meeting with Governor Ademola Adeleke where the 12 years demands of the doctors were approved by the state Governor.

At the meeting attended by the leadership of the medical union and management of the teaching hospital, Governor Adeleke approved with immediate effect the payment of hazard allowance for clinical and non-clinical workers in the service of the state teaching hospital.

The Governor also approved payment of a percentage of residency training allowance for residency doctors for the same hospital on an annual basis.

Reacting to the presentation by the President of the medical union, Dr John Ojo, Governor Adeleke further directed that all other operational issues raised by the union should be looked into with immediate effect.

He however charged the medical workers to reciprocate the gesture of the state government by re-dedicating themselves to excellent service delivery.

Elated resident doctors at the meeting jubilated and appreciated the Governor for fulfilling a 12 year old dream of the resident doctors.

Signed:
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the Executive Governor

Osun Govt Partners FG To Establish Special Agro Processing Centre

The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has disclosed that his administration is partnering with the Federal Government to establish Special Economic Zone in the State.

This disclosure was made yesterday at the graduation ceremony of 1,200 Osun residents who participated in the Skills Upgrade and Entrepreneurship Development organised by the State Government through the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, Cooperatives and Empowerment in conjunction with the Bank of Industry and SMEDAN.

Governor Adeleke who was represented by his deputy, Prince Kola Adewusi said the State Government is working assiduously in making sure Osun is rightly positioned economically. He said if the state must move forward, the economic base must be strong and working.

He however noted that Osun economy must be rescued from overdependence on Federal Allocation, as this can only be achieved through diversification.

Prince Adewusi declared that the government is working on how to revamp and revive some moribund industries in the state as this will make unemployed youths in the state to be gainfully employed and in return will boost the economy of the state.

He further said, "Government is working on several other programmes through which people would be meaningfully and profitably engaged such as Revival of Moribund Industries in the State; Establishment of Special Agro Processing Centre at Erin-Osun, Establishment of Osun Special Economic Zone at Egbedi through facilitation by the Federal Government of Nigeria.

The participants were trained in different vocations of their choices such as Paints Production, Fashion Design, Beads Making, Leather Works, Soap and Chemical Production, Catering Services, Barbing, Phone Repairs, Gele/Makeup and Hairdressing, as Bank of Industry (BoI) is facilitating Seed Loans of N50,000 to each of the participants for the enhancement of their operations.

Many Landmark Achievements of Governor Ademola Adeleke in Osun State - Osun APP Chairman

The Osun State Chapter of the Action People’s Party (APP)’s Chairman Hon. Odesola Oluseye has commended the administration of Governor Ademola Adeleke just as he described the achievements in the last five (5) months as enviable and exemplary.

In a press release signed by the Chairman of the party, he declared that even though the APP is an opposition party in the state, it is also a progressive party that recognizes good works and leadership and will without any atom of sentiment give credit to any good work whenever it is recognized, while maintaining that the APP as a party will also not fail to offer fact based and genuine criticism whenever it becomes necessary.

“It is a great and unique privilege to address every cream of the society here today. It is no longer news that our party, the APP is one of the many opposition parties that we have in Osun State, however, without any atom of sentiment, credit, any good works must be duly acknowledged when ever it is recognized”

“Of course, criticisms are welcome in politics but facts based and genuine criticisms will help the current administration to do the needful for the Osun State masses. The APP as a political party has taken a cursory look at the current administration in our dear state and has noted with admiration, many landmark achievements that have been achieved within five months in office”.

He highlighted key projects and achievements of the current administration which according to him has set the stage for delivery of good governance to the good people of Osun state as follows:

ONGOING AND COMPLETED PROJECTS OF GOVERNOR ADEMOLA ADELEKE WITHIN THE FIRST FIVE MONTHS IN OFFICE.

A. Provision of potable borehole water in each of 332 wards in Osun State.
B. Construction of 20km of roads across Osun State.
C. Presentation of #158,000,000 to 40 communities in Osun State for infrastructural developments.
D. Imole free Surgical and Medical outreach: 2000 persons in each of the nine (9) federal constituencies in Osun State, thereby making a total of 18,000 beneficiaries who received free surgeries for Cataracts, Pterigium, Hernia and some swellings on their bodies. Other medical conditions served by the intervention are; hypertension, diabetes, malaria, cough, tuberculosis and other diseases.
E. Rural Electrification projects Across Osun State: Provision of transformers & other electrical materials to ensure that communities without electricity can have lights, thereby not living in darkness again.
F. Payment of salaries and pension arrears from January 2016 owed by the past administration in Osun State.
G. Enrollment of 3,000 Osun indigenes on the Osun Health Insurance Scheme (OHIS) with a view to ensuring adequate healthcare access for Osun State people.
H. Construction of collapsed bridge at Bokusoro/Adeeke in Iwo to forestall loss of lives on the bridge as recorded in the past due to ravaging erosion.
I. Resumption of construction of Osogbo -Ikirun-Kwara State boundary roads abandoned by the past administration. The road which stretched over 20km is now wearing a new look and easing movements of it's users as a result of Governor Adeleke's intervention.
J. Launching of Osun Tech Revolution through new Tech innovation policy, ICT policy, Domestication of Nigeria's Startup Act and Osun Google Mapping project.

LIST OF ROADS & INTERVENTION PROJECTS.
Below are some roads & intervention projects by the current Adeleke's administration in Osun State

1. Dualization of Osogbo-Ikirun road with street lights about 10.5km
2. Oja Oba(Iso isu/Iso ata/Iso eran/Iso ewe)- First Baptist Model Academy which extends to Oba Oyetona Street,1200 Osogbo.
3. Enuwa - Oniyangi - Ita Osun - Oke Atan which extends to Egbedu - Ilode junction in Ile ife 1230 Ife.
4. Ibadan/Ife express junction - Islamiya Okiti junction, Ikire 1165 Ikire
5. Alajue junction (Ojularide's street), Bode junction - Admus filling station Oja Oje in Ede, Osun State.2890 Ede.
6. Monday market - Railway station road in Ikirun, 1200 Ikirun.
7. Iresi Township road, Iresi 3000 Iresi.
8. Ansarudeen central Mosque junction - kurti junction - hospital road, Iwo,1550 Iwo.
9. Ita- Ofa-Oromu -Araromi (market gate) in Ilesa,770, Ilesa.
10. Atakunmosa market road, Obiteni - Imo road, Ilesa,400 Ilesa.
11. Oke Oye - Oke Ita which extends to Ogodobo and Temidire road Ibokun,1300, Ilesa.
12. Rehabilitation of Gbega junction - John Mackey (Oke Ayepe constain) Osogbo (Phase 1)1km Osogbo.
13. Rehabilitation of Oloruntedo community (constain Mackay - East Bypass) Osogbo,(phase 2)1.5km Osogbo.
14. Rehabilitation of Aanuolu Hospital - Amadiya Power line road 1km,Ede.

CRITICAL INTERVENTIONS BY GOVERNOR ADELEKE'S ADMINISTRATION ARE AS FOLLOWS:

1. Spots patching of Lameco - Station Road.
2. Okefia - Dele Yes Sir Road
3. Oke-oniti (Onitea?) Failed section
4. Owode failed section.
5. Governor Adeleke intervention on Ilesa University as part of the fulfillment of his promise to nurture a sustainable tertiary institution for Osun State.
6. Resumption of work on the Ilesa water works project.
7. Refurbishment of schools.

CONSTRUCTION OF CULVERTS.
The under listed are some culverts constructions.
1. Construction of Shasha failed culvert - Uniosun road.
2. Construction of failed culvert (Adeeke - Iwo road) in Iwo.
3. Construction of Owoope/ Oke Ola - Ajegunle box culvert (Gbongan).
4. Construction of Allahu Lateef Sawmill failed culvert in Ede.

He affirmed that from available records, no administration in the history of Osun state has achieved up to what has been achieved so far within the same period and confirmed that all the listed projects and interventions are available and verifiable.


“As we are all residents and very keen observers in the length & breath of our dear state, Osun, it is on record that no previous administrations since inception has come near let alone surpassed what God has done & still doing through the People's - ever famous Imole of Osun. Thus, as we all know, the aforementioned are not audio achievements but very real & visible achievements for all & sundry to see”

He concluded by stating that the APP in osun state will be organizing a special prayer event on behalf of the state Governor, Sen. Ademola Adeleke, seeking for his triumph at the Supreme Court so as to sustain the tempo of good governance been enjoyed so far under his administration while also rallying support from other political parties and residents of the state to give total support for Governor Adeleke to continue to achieve success.


“Finally, in the light of the numerous landmark, mouthwatering, uncommon feats that has been recorded by the current administration led by Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, the Osun State APP leadership has Organized A Day Special Prayer On behalf of Osun State Governor, Senator Nurudeen Jackson Ademola Adeleke, for Thursday 19th May,2023. With a view to ensuring a resounding victory at the Supreme Court so that Osun people will continue to enjoy good governance. I also want to use this medium to call on all other political parties in the state & every residents of Osun State to give their total support to the present administration of Governor Adeleke with a view to getting to our promised land, thereby giving us more dividend of democracy.”

Earth Day: Governor Adeleke Approves Climate Agenda for Osun state

As the world marks Earth Day today, the Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has approved a comprehensive climate change agenda to address emerging concerns about climate change and its impact on the state.

The new agenda includes the making of a climate change and adaptation policy for Osun state, the creation of the state climate advisory board, the establishment of climate tracking research unit at the Osun State University, the development of annual state energy report and the hosting of a post COP 27 conference for sub-national entities in Nigeria.

Part of the agenda covers a long list of climate adaptation and resilience projects which will generate local jobs, preserve the environment and enhance the state's capacity to benefit in the area of carbon credit and finance.

Speaking on the agenda, Governor Adeleke said the approval of the climate programme was in fulfillment of his election promises to address the threatening environmental crises facing Osun and the world at large.

" I take note of global climate crises and I believe we cannot leave the issue to the Federal Government alone. States must take active part in the movement to save the planet from imminent extinction. Our climate agenda is all inclusive", Governor Adeleke posited.

On the Earth Day, Senator Adeleke said he directed the announcement of the climate agenda today to re-confirm his administration's resolve to make Osun the most climate friendly state in Nigeria.

"Our administration will invest in making Osun a truly green economy by mainstreaming climate matters in health, education, infrastructure, finance, mining, technology as well as gender and youth matters. Our state will become truly resilient and emerge as a strong partner in the climate adaptability movement", the State Governor concluded.

Signed
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the Executive Governor

The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has felicitated with Christians on the celebration of Easter, charging them to use the occasion to reflect on the very essence of the divine sacrifice by Jesus Christ.

Governor Adeleke, who noted that Easter impressed on humanity the unquantifiable power of love, tasked Christian faithfuls in a message to let the valuable lessons of Jesus’s sacrifice reflect on them all the time.

He charged Christians to hold to the message of love and compassion, which are the basis of the Easter celebration, noting that with love, “we will not only enjoy a peaceful society, but also make the right progress.

“Easter is a classical example of the power of love. Jesus Christ, as we are made to know, gave up himself to save mankind from the consequences of their transgressions,” the Governor noted in his message.

“Beyond the celebration that comes with the moment, it is also a reminder of how love can save, and why we must imbibe the culture of selfless service to humanity as exemplified by Jesus Christ. Let’s be concerned about the good of each other and show tolerance irrespective of our differences.”

Governor Adeleke reiterated his commitment to the welfare of the people of the state, assuring civil servants in Osun state of fulfilling promises made to them on improving their welfare conditions.

He said his administration will ensure the cash backing of promotions done by his predecessor, Gboyega Oyetola, assuring that the leadership of the public service is working hard to conclude the computations across the Ministries, departments and agencies.

“I am aware that the ongoing computation and harmonisation of lists from the various services are almost completed. My administration remains committed to our promise to clear all indebtedness in phases as announced in the circular by the Head of Service in January”, Governor Adeleke assured

The Governor assured Osun people of his administration’s readiness to ensure that the resources of the state truly serves the citizenry, noting the efforts of his government to block all leakages in state’s finance and priority being accorded areas of needs of people across the grassroots and urban centres.

He affirmed his continuous push to attend to the will and wishes of the people in terms of infrastructures, roads, water, health and socio-economic growth.

“I thank the people of Osun state for their enduring support. Be rest assured that I am wholly committed to the delivery of good governance. With your support, we will take this state to a greater height,” Governor Adeleke concluded.