NEWS RELEASE
08/02/2023

Infrastructure Development: Governor Adeleke Approves Rehabilitation of Major Roads Across State

•••Coordinating Director, Director Highways commend Governor

As part of efforts of the present administration to fast track development and enhance the economic growth of Osun State, the rehabilitation of some major roads across the State has been approved.

Some major roads across the State are in deplorable condition for sometime now, impeding the free flow of traffic and increasing the number of hours people spend before getting to their destinations, it became necessary for something to be done.

This has prompted the administration of Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke to give approval for the rehabilitation of these major roads to ease the free flow of traffic and reduce wear and tear on people's cars.

Disclosing this on Wednesday, the Coordinating Director, Ministry of Works and Transport, Engr Olusola Ajao said the Governor graciously approved the rehabilitation of the roads as part of his campaign promises to the people to make life better for them.

Engr. Ajao said the selected roads which has been earmarked for immediate rehabilitation will all be completed within the first one hundred days of the present administration.

Also speaking, the Director, Highways in the Ministry of Works and Transport, Engr I.B Bello hinted that spot patching works have already started on some major roads within Osogbo, the State capital to ease vehicular movement and reduce the time people spend on the roads.

He explained that the rehabilitation of roads across the State will be a continuous one as the present administration under Senator Ademola Adeleke is determined to fix infrastructures, especially across the State for the benefit of all and sundry and to boost the economic growth of Osun State.

Some of the roads approved for rehabilitation include: Akoda to Olaiya to Old Garage/ Oke-Fia/Omobolanle area, Lameco/Oke-Onitea junction/ stadium area in Osogbo. Rehabilitation of John Mackay/Oke-Ayepe Costain road in Osogbo and rehabilitation of Akankan junction/Agate in Ede

Other works approved for rehabilitation include: reconstruction/beautification/upgrading of the State Secretariat roundabout, renovation of Governor's office, Bola Ige house and some chalets/clinics e.t.c at the government house, Oke-Fia, Osogbo.

Signed:
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the Executive Governor

NEWS RELEASE
03/02/2023

Osogbo-Ikirun/Kwara State Boundary Road: Governor Adeleke Mobilizes Contractor Back To Site

••••Governor Adeleke to Inspect Road project next week




The administration of Senator Ademola Adeleke has mobilized the contractor handling the Osogbo-Ikirun/Kwara State boundary road back to site to resume work on the project immediately after many years of abandonment.

This was disclosed by the Coordinating Director, Ministry of Works and Transport, Engr Olusola Ajao during a chat in his office.

The Osogbo-Ikirun/Kwara State boundary road was awarded some years ago but was not completed causing hardship to residents and especially motorists who ply the road on a daily basis.

Engr. Ajao said the State Governor magnanimously ordered the remobilization of the contractor back to sight and commence the work so as to ease the surfering of motorists who ply the road on a daily basis.

He said the Governor has specifically ordered that the contractor to ensure a speedy progress of the project and see that it gets to an advanced stage within the next two months.

In his words, "I am delighted to announce to you that the administration of Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke has graciously approved the mobilization of the contractor handling the Osogbo-Ikirun/Kwara State boundary road back to sight.

"The Governor has charged the contractor to move speedily on the project and ensure that work reach an advanced stage in the next two months to ease the surfering of residents and motorists plying the road.

"I use the medium to urge road users and residents to cooperate with the contractors while the job is being carried out, I also express deep appreciation to the people friendly Governor, Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke for mobilizing the contractor back to sight after many years of abandonment.

Meanwhile, the contractor has resumed work in earnest.

Governor Adeleke is to visit the project site to inspect progress of work by next week.

Signed:
Mallam Olawale Rasheed ,
Spokesperson to the Executive Governor

Congratulation to Osun State Government workers and retirees, What Mr. Gboyega Oyetola cannot do in 4years, Sen. Ademola Adeleke has done it in 2months.

#MayAdelekeSucceeds

Ahead of Tinubu's rally in osun state, Thugs led by Simeon Obawale Adebisi; APC House of Representatives Candidate in Ila/Boluwaduro/ Ifedayo and 9 others attacked PDP House of representatives candidate, Hon. Clement Akanni in Ila - Orangun.

GOVERNOR ADELEKE DID NOT FORGE HIS SCHOOL TESTIMONIAL AS FOUND BY JUSTICE KUME OF THE OSUN GOVERNORSHIP TRIBUNAL

1. The Issue of forgery has to do with an error on school testimonial which bear Osun instead of Oyo state. Osun State was part of Oyo State when Governor Adeleke completed his high school education in 1981.

2. The issuing school testified before Court of Appeal in 2018, that it was their error, which has nothing to do with Governor Adeleke,

3. The Court of Appeal ruled that there was no forgery and exonerated Governor Adeleke of any forgery.

4. The public should know that Governor Adeleke did not forge this Testimonial or any certificate.

5. This was an attempt to damage the reputation of Governor Adeleke.

6. The Tribunal Chairman should explain how he arrived at his opinion when the Court of Appeal has cleared Governor Adeleke of any forgery.

Osun Buga judgement and the impending doom for Nigeria's democrary

By Sarafa Ibrahim

For some time now, a lot of Nigerians have expressed concerns about the growing incursion of the judiciary into the decision-making on who leads the people. As against the known practice in democrary making the people the ultimate decider on who rules over their affairs, the judiciary in Nigeria is taking up that role.

This distortion of democrary is causing a whole lot of worries, and one of such was expressed by a former President of Nigeria, Goodluck Jonathan, who had during a visit to TOSTV Network studios in Abuja said "I have already made a public statement on that to the effect that ballot paper and not the judiciary should determine who wins elections or select political leaders. The ballot paper should be the only basis for selecting political leaders."

And last Friday, the very disturbing trend that Jonathan canvassed against raised its ugly head in Osun state. Justice Tertse Kume who led the Osun election petition tribunal did the unthinkable as he went outside the dictate of his power in pronouncing a winner for the Osun election. The basis of the obscure and ridiculous judgement was that the elected Governor, Ademola Adeleke, did not score the majority of lawful votes after deducting votes in disputed polling units.

But that was not even what the law empowers him to do, assuming without conceding that his verdict on alleged over-voting was right. For the education of those who may not know, Section 51(3) of the Electoral Act 2022 stipulates that "Where the result of an election is cancelled in accordance with subsection (2), there shall be no return for the election untill another poll has taken place in the affected polling unit."

In other words, the judgement of Justice Kume runs foul of the provision of the law. What the judgement did, in essence, was to shut the door to nearly one-third of the state from having a say in who will administer the state. By any stretch, it smears the real intent of democrary, and worse, a mockery of the law.

In Osun, the impression that the majority judgement gave to most people is that Justice Kume simply awarded the state to Gboyega Oyetola of the All Progressives Congress (APC) despite having lost at the poll. And this can not be faulted considering the fact that the basis of the majority decision of the Tribunal was flawed and defied any sense of justice.

It should be unthinkable that a court would be a place to overturn the clear will of voters based on a controversial evidence. Apart from the fact that the BVAS report relied upon by Justice Kume to make a decision has been disputed by the maker, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), it is inconceivable that the accreditation data on the BVAS machines used for the election was ignored by the jury.

The BVAS machines were the device used at the various polling units to accredit voters. It is also a fact that BVAS machines were the originator of the accreditation data, and as such, the primary source of evidence to determine the true number of accredited voters for the election. Yet, Justice Kume went for a secondary source of evidence that is housed in faraway Abuja, which is susceptible to hacking and manipulations.

In short, Justice Kume turned a blind eye to the accreditation data on BVAS machines which were physically present at the polling units he ordered, and went for the accreditation data on a server not known to many of the voters in the election. It is like throwing away a chicken and embracing the egg she laid. Does that not foul of logic and justice?

What the decision of Justice Kume portrayed is an extreme partisan fervour targeted at robbing the people of their power to choose their leader. The implication of this would mean that the people do not need to take part in an election since whatever they decided on the ballot may not matter but the partisan instincts of the jury.

This will most likely put the decision on who leads on the judiciary, and not the people, as democrary was structured to operate. What this would therefore mean is that a judge would have unrestrained power to upturn election, especially when the winner is not someone he likes, as Justice Kume plainly demonstrated in his judgement by mocking Governor Ademola Adeleke.

To be frank, the threat posed to Nigeria's democrary by the pronouncement of Justice Kume is far-reaching. The moment the judiciary becomes just another political tool, especially one used to hijack states by those who know how to manipulate it, it begins to lose any faith left in it by the people. No amount of legal fantasies can cover for an obvious plot to take away the power of the people in a democrary.

What just happened in Osun is a reminiscence of the 2018 mandate heist. While 'remote control' was the tool used to usurp the mandate of the people in 2018, now the least expected source, the judiciary is posing as the tool. It is time for the leadership of the judiciary to rise up and ensure the sustenance of the will of the people before compromised officers are used to steal away our democracy forever.

ADELEKE PLEDGES TO JUMPSTART OSUN ECONOMY DESPITE PAUCITY OF FUND.

Osun state Governor , Senator Ademola Adeleke on Wednesday pledged to jumpstart the state economy despite the paucity of funds.
The governor spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed who quoted his boss to have said this at the launching of a subsidiary of  Dangote Holdings in Lagos, stressed that, the Governor had expanded interactive sessions with top federal ministers, critical heads of federal agencies and managing directors of leading private companies across the sectors.
The governor, according to the spokesperson, had strategies as ” PPP arrangement mixed with personal networking with business leaders locally and internationally.
Olawale further stressed, Senator Adeleke statements as, “Our administration is being very innovative. Our five point agenda are being implemented through PPP partnership. So I have laid out a state plan to most industry leaders I met and they are eager to support Osun state.
” I have met several important business and government leaders on this Lagos trip. It has been very tight-meetings back to back. And the good thing is that we are recording successes. I will update our people very soon on the positive outcomes we are achieving.
” I intend to visit Abuja to continue the consultation and follow up. I will use that opportunity to visit ambassadors of the G20 nations and the United Nations agencies in Nigeria. Like I said, our administration is being very innovative to meet the yearnings of our people”, Governor Adeleke noted.
“I have intensified his drive for enhanced partnership with local and multinational companies for direct investment in the state economy."
“For the past two working days, I have laid out the vision of my government for a public-private partnership relationship with a view to address the huge Infrastructure deficit in his state and jump start the state economy that is weighed down by heavy debt.”
“In several meetings with captains of industry and chieftains of multilateral institutions and organizations, I have specifically solicited investment on roads, agriculture, education, health, sports and information technology, “From Monday to Wednesday, I have met over 14 chief executives of various organisations,  securing commitment from them to work on investment packages for Osun state.”

Trade Fair 2023: Steps Are Ongoing To Make Osun Economically Viable – Adeleke

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has assured that the present administration will not leave any stone unturned in the pursuit of an enabling environment that will help business thrive in the State.

The Governor stated this today while officially declaring open the Osun 2023 trade fair organised by the Osun Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (OSUCCIMA) in collaboration with the State Ministry of Commerce, Industry, Cooperatives and Empowerment.

The Governor who was represented at the occasion by the Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Teslim Igbalaye said the administration is putting in place measures to make the State more viable, economically buoyant and sustainable.

He said there are steps already being taken that will translate into the emergence of Small Medium Enterprises in the State which will at the long run boost the economy of the State.

The State helmsman added that the State will definitely key-into the African Continental Free Trade Area (AFCFTA), to deliver great benefits in terms of jobs creation, growths and poverty reduction.

While commending the organisers of the fair, the Governor stressed that the fair is a major step geared towards fostering investments and business opportunities in the State, explaining that Osun is on the path to full and robust industrialization.

Speaking on the theme of the trade fair, ‘Leveraging on AFCFTA for Enhancing SME Growth at Sub-National Level’ Senator Adeleke said It is very apt and in tandem with the current trend in economic transactions and development.

According the Governor, “by leveraging on the gains of AFCFTA, the State will have a lot to benefit as the AFCFTA promises broader and deeper economic integration, attract investment, boost trade, provide better jobs, reduce poverty and increase shared prosperity in Africa.

“The fact that Trade Fairs are veritable platforms for the advancement of individual, corporate and National ingenuities can never be over- emphasised. This Trade Fair will no doubt help to showcase the economic potentials of the State from the grassroots, particularly in the area of exportable made-in Osun products”,The Governor stated.

Illegally Employed Workers Remain Disengaged - Osun State Government

Those illegally employed by former Governor Gboyega Oyetola are no longer in the employment of the state government and no amount of blackmail can change that reality, the State Government has announced.

Reacting to the pocket of demonstration by members of the All Progressives Congress(APC) employed towards the tail end of the last government, the State Government in a statement by the Special Assistant, Community Communications to Governor Ademola Adeleke, Mr Tunde Busari, noted that Mr Oyetola deliberately padded the state payroll with APC members to create stage for deeper financial crisis, conflict and disharmony.

" Those engaging in demonstrations are APC members smuggled into the state payroll by former Governor Oyetola. By virtue of the Executive Order issued by Mr Governor, those illegally employed remain sacked and are no longer staff of the state government. No amount of demonstration and blackmail can change that reality.

" We have the details of plan by APC to deploy its disengaged members for demonstration. However, the people of Osun state are in the know of the whole situation especially the several warnings by the PDP while in opposition. We warned against colluding with Mr Oyetola during those last days when the former Governor was issuing employment letter despite the State's inability to pay staff salaries.

" Those APC members are now playing the script. They have failed from the beginning as this administration will not bow to unjustified demands from those who collaborated to deepen Osun financial woes", the statement noted.

Signed
Tunde Busari,
Special Assistant, Community Communications.

100 Days Agenda: Osun PDP Applauds Governor Ademola Adeleke


The Osun State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party has applauded the state Governor, Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke for his unflinching love for the people of the state as contained in his multiple intervention programs to better the lots of the citizenry in the state.

The PDP particularly eulogized the governor for riding through the odds to hit rhe ground running as the state helmsman and commit his administration to measured deliverables to the people within the first one hundred days in office.

The rural electrification and mass water projects embarked upon by the governor,, according to a statement from the office of the Osun State PDP Caretaker Committee Chairman, Dr Akindele Adekunle, are indicative of an administration that is prepared to affect lives without any form of segregation.

That the state government also allowed target beneficiaries to unanimously choose locations of these stopgap interventions, underscores the core value of democracy, with the people as the main focus, the PDP chairman noted.

Dr Akindele also assured the people of the state that Governor Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke will continue to address their needs compassionately as contained in his electoral promises, just as he enjoined them to continue to join hands with rhe PDP administration in ensuring that all projects embarked upon by the State Government are gaurded jealousy and protected from avowed saboteurs.

He however called on members of the public, to be wary of those he described as enemies of the state who are trying to reset agenda for the governor with a view to discrediting the noble steps mapped by the state government in measured time to frontally meet the good people of the state at the very points of their needs.

“PDP administration is not given to ego massaging and that is why leaders of communities and people alike, will continue to be pivotal in decision making mechanism of the state government, especially when it comes to citing of projects for the good of all in the state”

” We are therefore not surprised that some disgruntled elements of the defeated opposition, who are devastated by the massive approach of Governor Ademola Adeleke to governance, had begun to run helter skelter, deliberately reworking the Governor’s 100 days pledge outside of the open and well circulated agenda of water, rural electrification, primary health care, roads and and schools rehabilitation. This, we are confident will faill and fall on them as usual.

‘Our great party, the PDP is proud of our dear Governor for his people oriented disposition and we call on our people in other spheres of life in the state, to remain calm and be assured of the state government’s interventions as the case may demand either on immediate, medium or long term basis” Dr Akindele concluded.



Signed
Dr Akindele Adekunle
Osun State PDP Caretaker Committee Chairman.

NEWS RELEASE
18/01/2023

Governor Adeleke Launches Pro-Masses 100 Days Programme

The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has launched a six pronged project to touch the lives of Osun masses in all the local governments areas of the state.

The programes are as follows:

1.Provision of portable water in 332 towns/Villages, one in each of the 332 wards in the State. The implementation has already started in Osogbo, Ifelodun and other local governments of the

2. Complete renovation of 30 schools, one per local government, including portable water and the provision of at least 50 computers with internet services in each renovated school.

3. Rehabilitation of 332 primary health care centers, one in each of the 332 wards in the State. Access to Health Care at the grassroot is the main objective.

4. Enrollment of 3000 Osun Citizens in the Health Insurance Scheme, free of Charge.

5. With an eye to address deplorable state of roads in the state, the government of Governor Adeleke has also initiated the rehabilitation of nine najor roads, one per federal constituency. This is targeted at reducing the high infrastructure deficit facing the state.

6. To address the yearning of Osun youth population, Governor Adeleke is also implementing an ongoing ICT/tech innovations programme which include the making of first State ICT Policy, first State Innovation Policy, domestication of Nigeria's Startup Act and Goggle Mapping of Osun state.

All the above programmes designed to touch the lives of the masses and the youth are ongoing for full delivery by the time the administration clocks 100 days in office.

Commenting on the progress of work across the six identified areas, Governor Adeleke hinted that the projects were selected on the basis of their direct positive impacts on the masses of the state.

According to the Governor, all local governments that have not submitted their selected location for each of the above projects, are hereby directed immediately to do so. This is to meet the deadlines set for the project implementation.

Governor Adeleke also urged community volunteers working on the Google Mapping Project to accelerate the updating of their areas on Google map to boost local business and connectivity in the state.

"Our administration is working to deliver on our electoral promises. We are targeting projects that touch the lives of the masses. I want the people to feel the impact of governance", Governor Adeleke stated.

Signed:
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the Executive Governor

NEWS RELEASE
17/01/2023

Our Mandate can't be Hijacked -Governor Adeleke

The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has declared that the mandate freely given to him by the people of Osun state remains valid and nothing can upturn or tamper with it.

The people's governor said he won't allow anybody to go through the backdoors to hijack the will of Osun People as was done in 2018.

Governor Adeleke made the disclosure on Tuesday, at the campaign rally of Osun Central Senatorial District.

All the eight ( House of Assembly candidates, three House of Representatives and the senatorial candidate from Osun central were on ground at the venue of the rally. Thousands of Party faithfuls were also present to give solidarity and support for all the candidates.

According to Governor Adeleke: "I can't thank the people of Osun enough for standing by me and the party during the governorship. I presented myself to dare the government of APC, God and the people of Osun supported me, and today, here we are. God helped us; we defeated the incumbent.

"Yes, we are aware that Oyetola and his gang are looking for all possible means to buy their way. We have trust in the integrity of our jurists who are handling the tribunal case. They are men and woman of impeccable character.

"The people of Osun have spoken on July 16th, 2022. Nothing can change what they have stamped with their votes. I want to implore the people of Osun central senatorial district to vote massively for our candidates, come February 25 and March 11, 2023."

The governor encouraged the residents not to entertain any fear, adding that his government has many good things in stock for the State.

" Your mandate is secured. By God and people, nothing will derail the peoples' mandate. Our judiciary is for the people, by the people and of the people", Governor Adeleke concluded his widely applauded speech.

Signed:
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the Executive Governor.

STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE

PRESIDENT BUHARI PLEDGES SUPPORT FOR OSUN, AS GOV ADELEKE PAYS ‘THANK YOU’ VISIT

President Muhammadu Buhari Friday promised to consider the requests for assistance made by the new Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke, who was at State House on a ‘thank you’ visit.

The Governor, elected on platform of the People’s Democratic Party, said he had come to appreciate the President for providing a level playing field in the election that held in July last year.

Said the Governor: “I had waited patiently for this appointment, and was praying fervently for it to happen. It’s a dream come true for me to see you, and have a handshake.

“I am a beneficiary of the new Electoral Law you signed, as it paved the way for free and fair elections, ruling out ballot box snatching and stuffing.

“The security agencies followed your instruction to be fair and firm, and I am so proud of you. You are a true father, regardless of political party differences.”

The Governor said free and fair elections would be one of the greatest legacies President Buhari would bequeath to the country, as the development was already being applauded home and abroad.

He gave his priorities in the State as development of agriculture, education, and investment drive.

Among requests Gov Adeleke made were; support on infrastructure development, a proposed new economic city and free trade zone, tax credit, and other Federal facilities in Osun State.



Femi Adesina

Special Adviser to the President

(Media and Publicity)

January 13, 2023

Governor Ademola Adeleke 100 days Programme: Osun Google Mapping Focus

In line with Governor Ademola Adeleke 100 days ICT programme, there is an ongoing effort to get Osun state on the Google mapping index.

As at today, Osun Google mapping index is only at about 30%; the goal is to ensure Osun is fully captured on Google map such that the nooks and crannies of the state is covered, including government offices, business, schools and worship centres.

We are encouraging our team to talk to their people to update the presence of their towns and landmark areas on the global stage via a scheme referred as 'Google Local Guide', develop by google to allow people contribute to the development of their community mapping.

As a Local Guide, you earn points when you share reviews, photos, and knowledge on Google Maps. Those points lead to higher levels of the program, as well as benefits like early access to Google features and special rewards from partners with travelling opportunity.

To know more, Check your phone to access the Google map facility. It is in the best interest of every community to have their their presence on the Google map, as it improves visibility and opens the community to training and internship opportunities from Google Foundation.

This will also help business owners or investors who are looking forward to running e-commerce in Osun and will help businesses to be easily located anywhere in the world.

• Oladele Olabamiji Hezekiah,
Senior Special Assistant (Media) to the Governor

NEWS RELEASE
09/01/2023

Governor Adeleke Approves New Transport Management System for Osun State


• Creates supervisory Disciplinary Committee

• Consultant will integrate 97.8% of union as its employees”

• Com. Wakeel Nurudeen Oluronbi Heads Vehicle Sector

• Com. Oyeniyi Sikiru Ayobami Leads the Cycle Wing

• New Model to Generate Thousands of Jobs, Increase IGR & Secure Parks



The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has announced a new transport management system for Osun state with a triple objectives of securing the motor parks, creating thousands of jobs and increasing the state's internally generated revenue.

In a statement by the Spokesperson to the Governor, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, the State Governor described the new transport management model as "a fulfilment of his earlier promise to sanitize the current park system and ensure commuters enjoy a new lease of safe and secured transportation"

The State Governor who reiterated the need to overhaul the state transport system said the approved new structure has a supervisory Disciplinary Committee to supervise all the activities of the two sectors in the transport system namely Vehicles and Cycles.


"The composition of the Transport Disciplinary Committee is 11 team member are as follows:

1. Representative of Commissioner of Works and Transport, office of transportation
2. Representative of Commissioner of Finance
3. Representative of Consultant
4. Representative of OIRS
5. Alhaji Fakorede Rauf
6. Barr. Jola Akintola
7. Chief Olusola Adedokun
8. Rev. Olaleye Edward Onipede
9. Mr Bamidele Isiaka
10. Mr OyeyemiI Dauda Olamilekan
11. Mr Animashaun adeshina taofeek

"The Disciplinary Committee will swear in Comrade WAKEEL NURUDEEN OLURONBI for the Vehicle sector of the Transport System and Comrade OYENIYI SIKIRU AYOBAMI to head the Cycles sector.

" It is a one-ticketing system approach across the state and it will create thousands of temporary jobs in Osun state.The new policy will boost our revenue generating capacity and help improve our economy.

"In addition, this new system will eradicate the insecurity, destruction of properties and killings experienced by commuters when rival unions groups attack each other. Moving forward, nobody should be caught fighting or causing any kind of unrest in our parks or roads", the statement explained.

Elchanan Projects and Concepts Limited is the consultant that will supervise the overall implementation of the transport sector reform.

Signed:
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the Executive Governor

PRESS STATEMENT

OSUN STATE GOVERNMENT SECRETARIAT: STATUS QUO REMAINS-OSOGBO, EDE ROYAL FATHERS

Our attention has been drawn to rumours and wild insinuations about the status of Osun State Government Secretariat. As royal fathers of Osogboland and Edeland, we affirm there is no conflict or controversy over the status, the location and naming of the state government Secretariat.

We want to reassure our people that the status quo remains as the State Government has not acted in anyway to deny any community of their rights and privileges. We blame political forces for attempting to politicise the issue to forment trouble and destabilize the state.


We call on our people at home and abroad to continue to ensure peaceful co-existence across their communities. As royal fathers, we are convinced the Administration of Governor Ademola Adeleke has genuine intention to deepen inter-community peace and partnership for development of our dear state.

Signed:

1. His Royal Highness,
Oba Jimoh Olanipekun,
Ataoja of Osogbo land

2. His Royal Highness,
Oba Munirudeen Lawal,
The Timi of Edeland
06/01/2023

Press Statement

Osun PDP to APC: Leave us out of your problem with Asiri Eniba

Osun State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP) has called on the state All Progressives Congress(APC) to fulfill its promises to hired thugs deployed for the July 16th election, affirming that PDP has no agents of deaths like the APC and that the party is not involved in any attacks on APC offices.

In a statement signed by the state Caretaker Chairman of PDP, Dr Akindele Adekunle , the PDP urged APC to settle its internal problems involving its failure to settle Asiri Eniba and other imported thugs who were mobilized to hijack PDP strongholds and ensure maximum mayhem.

"We are shocked with all these rumours of attacks. What we heard is that after the arrest of Asiri Eniba and Rasheed Oko Ilu during the July 16 polls, Mr Oyetola and his team abandoned their recruited gangs. After the election, we were told nobody cared about the bad boys who were nurtured by them for fours years.

" We don't know but we learnt those boys were angry and they are going after Omowaiye and others who anchored the recruitment drive for the former Governor. How is that our business? We are in government and we are busy with how to deliver on our five point agenda to the good people of Osun state.

" Please tell them to talk to their political thugs.We are too busy with our 100 days programmes to be going after a failed Commissioner and a deceitful former Governor", the statement noted.

Signed
Dr Akindele Adekunle,
State Caretaker Chairman,
Osun State PDP

TEXT OF AN ADDRESS DELIVERED BY HIS EXCELLENCY, SENATOR ADEMOLA ADELEKE AT THE LAUNCHING OF EMBLEM FOR THE YEAR 2023 ARMED FORCES REMEMBRANCE DAY

PROTOCOL

Today is another significant period to mark and remember the unquantifiable contributions of members of Nigeria's Armed Forces to the peace and stability of our great country, Nigeria. We are gathered here as in other capitals across the country to place our debt of gratitude on records to our fallen heroes who paid the supreme sacrifice.

The stability of the nation rests on the gallantry, patriotism and sacrifice of the security and military services. Service personnel of the armed forces in particular are in many volatile sectors of the society confronting and curtailing open and subtle threats to the territorial integrity of the country. That we must live, many offered their precious lives. We must therefore continue to acknowledge the contributions of the armed forces to the survival of the nation.

As we gathered here today, I reassure the military service of the commitment of our government to expand the present level of partnership. Our administration has a security sector reform which places welfare of service personnel at the centre stage.

Today, I recommit to the well being of our service personnel. Our veterans and their families will continue to receive our support in recognition of their service to the fatherland.

It is on this note that I launch the appeal fund for the 2023 Emblem for the Armed Forces Remembrance Day with a sum of Five Million Naira.

Thanks for listening.

HE, Senator Ademola Adeleke,
Executive Governor of Osun State.
05/01/2023

OSUN IS SET FOR GOOD GOVERNANCE IN 2023- GOVERNOR ADEMOLA ADELEKE

My good people of Osun state, it is with high sense of gratitude, hope and commitment that I address you this morning.

The last one year has been very eventful in the life of our state. We have passed through many developments. We have concluded a major election that ushered in a new government under my leadership. Our state transited from one political party to a different political party and also from one government to a government by and for the people.

Despite the tension and anxiety, our state gallantly emerged stronger with your support and goodwill. I put on record my deep appreciation to you, our people, for your strong support for my political party and I during those struggling days. I promise to remain responsive and accountable to you all as we move to reposition our state for greater height.

In the last one month, our administration has laid a strong foundation for sustainable governance of our state. I opened up state finance to the public in the spirit of accountability. I am reforming several sectors to block revenue leakages and stop diversion of state assets. The repositioning of the civil service for professionalism is also ongoing. Urgent state matters are being attended to with a view to restore normalcy and bring our people together for good governance.

Our administration has created a strong working relationship among the three arms of government. We have forged a common understanding to put the interest of the state at the forefront of everything we do. Combined effort, mutual support and impactful governance are hallmarks that have been accepted by all as a path to progress, in the best interest of the state.

Within the same one month, our administration is focused on delivering on its first 100 days in office programme. I have visited several schools, health centres and other public infrastructures. These inspections have strengthened our pre-election data. We are poised to deliver on our first 100 days in office programme, which covers areas such as water provision, rehabilitation of schools and health centres, rehabilitation of roads and delivery of tech innovations for the digital economy.

My good people of Osun state, our administration has a rolling plan of 100 days, six months, one year followed by deliverables in subsequent years. I have also put in place a monitoring and evaluation team. By the end of the first 100 days in office, we will be hosting the maiden edition of our public accountability forum titled 'Ipade Imole'. We will meet you, the good people of Osun state, and keep you informed about the journey so far.

Permit me to use this occasion to seek the full support of Osun indigenes, home and abroad. Our administration is committed to ensure people based development. Our vision is to enthrone tech based agro-industrial growth in our state. We plan to address the infrastructure deficit with a cost effective, home based and labour intensive programme.

To our people in the diaspora, we are opening up the state for partnership in education, health, trade, investment and tech innovations. We are creating the enabling environment for multiple cooperation to put our state on the global map of development.

In our drive for a new Osun state, I assure you that we will be fair and inclusive in our actions. Like I noted in my inaugural address as governor, the election is over. Now is the time for us all to join hands to move the state forward. I am the Governor of all Osun people and I will serve the state in the spirit of brotherhood, equity, transparency, accountability and fear of God.

I welcome us all to the new year under the umbrella of Almighty God.


●BEING THE TEXT OF A NEW YEAR ADDRESS BY HE, SENATOR ADEMOLA ADELEKE TO THE PEOPLE OF OSUN STATE TODAY DECEMBER 31ST, 2022

Osun house of assembly demanded $5,000,000 (Five million dollars) bribe from me on the Ilesha Water Project .

- Engineer Tawa Williams
Project coordinator Ilesha Water Project

NEWS RELEASE
28/12/2022

Illegal Mining: Governor Adeleke Disbands Mining JTF, Orders Reconstitution

In his drive to clean up the solid mineral sector, Governor Ademola Adeleke has ordered the immediate disbandment of the state's Mining Joint Taskforce (JTF).

The existing JTF is consequently directed to hand over all government vehicles and documents in their possession to the Solid Minerals Committee.

As a follow up to the disbandment, the State Governor has further issued instruction for the reconstitution of the JTF.


The State Governor had two weeks ago announced far reaching reform of the solid mineral sector which include stopping unauthorised mining, addressing challenges of mining related environmental degradation and ensuring Osun state get her due return from the sector.

Governor Adeleke had also set up a Solid Mineral Committee to look into activities of stakeholders within the sector with a view to put an end to revenue leakages, unauthorised appropriation of solid minerals and tackling increasing criminal activities around the mining communities.


" I consequently direct the Chairman of the Solid Mineral Committee to take neccesary steps to ensure seamless transition from the old to the new JTF. The new team when constituted must operate with utmost professionalism with zero tolerance for misconduct", Governor Adeleke directed.

Signed:
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the Executive Governor

H.E @AAdeleke_01, It's 30 days as the Executive Governor of Osun state. The new dawn and fresh atmosphere as been radiating over the state and the good people of Osun were rejoicing and happy to have you as Governor.

Talking points
1. He has provided stability to troubled towns due to kingship tussle.

2. He has ensured transparency of state’s finance.

3. He has paid 2 months salary despite being in office for just 30 days.

4. He is plugging revenue leakages in key sectors of the state economy

5. He has effectively stabilize the state’s workforce etc.

NEWS RELEASE
23/12/2022

Osun Govt Directs Ex-Gov Oyetola, Other Appointees to Return Vehicles Worth N2.9billion

The Assets Recovery Panel of the Osun State Government has directed former Governor Gboyega Oyetola, his wife, Hajia Kafayat Oyetola and other former appointees to immediately return assorted vehicles valued at N2.9 billion presently illegally in their possession.

The former officials had gone away with various models of vehicles without any legal basis for such action. As at today, there is no law that authorised any elected or appointed officials to go with state vehicles after completing their tenure of office.

The Chairman of the Asset Recovery Committee, Dr BT Salami reported that due diligence has been conducted and the committee has concluded that the affected past officials should return government vehicles in their possession.

"This is the first batch of vehicles to be retrieved. We will soon come up with the second batch. All affected officials should return the vehicles in their possession immediately to avoid coercive procedures for recovery of State assets", the Committee Chairman said.

In the list of affected officials, Governor Oyetola alone has 11 vehicles ranging from Lexus Jeep, Toyota Prado jeeps and assorted models of costly vehicles. The wife, Mrs Kafayat also has in her possession several brand of governments vehicles which were taken away against provisions of the law.

Other former officials listed include immediate past SPECIAL Adviser on Security, former Chief Details, former Personal Assistant to the Governor, former special assistants to the Governor, former Senior special assistants, former special advisers, former local government caretaker chairmen and members, former board chairmen and members, former Chief of Staff, former Deputy Chief of Staff, former Deputy Governor , former Secretary to the State Government, former commissioners among others.

The former Deputy Governor has more than seven government vehicles in his custody contrary to the provisions of the law.

A serving Senator, Oriolowo is also directed to return to the Osun State Agricultural Development Programme five machines namely motor grader, buldozer, soil compactor machine among others.

All affected ex-officials are to urgently comply with the above request or risk enforcement procedures.

Signed:
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the Executive Governor

Gov. Adeleke Reverses Osun State Polytechnic Tuition Fees.

The Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has approved the reversal of the school fees of Osun State Polytechnic Iree to the initial amount prior to July 2022 Governorship election.

It will be recalled that the tuition fees for fresh students was increased from #67,850 to #112,850 for students offering science related courses while those offering management related courses were asked to pay #97,300 from the initial #57,300.

The reversal was approved after the students union leadership of the institution called the attention of the Government to the increment and appealed for it to be reversed.

Thank you the Peoples Governor.

Imole Dee!!!!

Osun is Indebted to the Tune of N407.32 Billion - Governor Adeleke


I am pleased to welcome our royal majesties and fathers to this all important event. I called this meeting first to meet our royal fathers and to present to you the official debt profile of Osun state as at November 30th, 2022 as submitted to me by the Accountant General of Osun State.


With high sense of responsibility, I am reporting to our people through our traditional rulers, the total debt profile inherited by my administration from Governor Oyetola's administration.

This event is in pursuance of my pledge to Osun people to be transparent and run an open government.

My administration inherited eight outstanding loan facilities, apart from salaries and pension debts, from Governor Oyetola's administration. The repayment period ranges from 16 months to about 28 years, as follows:

1. Budget Support Facility:
• Outstanding Balance: N51.8 Billion

• Monthly repayment: N154.9m

• Repayable Period Outstanding:
335 months = 27 years 9 months

2. Salary Bail Out Loan:

• Outstanding Balance: N38.8 Billion

• Monthly Repayment: N232.77m

• Repayable Period Outstanding:

•167 Months = 13 years 9months

3. Restructured Commercial Bank Loans:

• Outstanding Balance: N158.77 Billion

• Monthly Repayment: N1.14 Billion

• Repayable Period Outstanding:
139 Months = 11years 6 months.

4. Excess Crude Account (ECA) Loan:
• Outstanding Balance: N14.48 Billion

• Monthly Repayment: N89.97m

• Repayable Period Outstanding:
161 Months = 13 years 4 months

5.CBN Infrastructure Loan:
• Outstanding Balance: N9.2 Billion

• Monthly Repayment: N44.98m

• Repayable Period Outstanding:

205 months = 17 years 1 month

6. FGN Intervention Loan:
• Outstanding Balance:
N1.7Billion

• Monthly Repayment:
N100m

• Repayable Period Outstanding:
17 months

7. FGN Bridge Finance Facility: N18.04 Billion

A large portion of this particular loan was taken after July 16th, 2022 election which Governor Oyetola lost.

No information on the Repayment terms.

Not one kobo of this loan was left in Government Coffers, when the Deputy Governor and I resumed work on Monday 29th November 2022. And no explanation on how the loan was expended.


8. Foreign loans: $86.2m
No information on the Repayment Terms.


My good people of Osun state, the total loan stock as at today is N331.32 Billion.

If the N76 billion debt on salaries and pension are added, the state is indebted to the tune of N407.32 Billion . The amount owed contractors is yet to be determined.


The only Fund in government coffers, as at Monday 29th November, was for November 2022 Salary. Otherwise, the state treasury was empty.

As your Governor, I will ask questions on your behalf. And will demand for answers.

Governor Oyetola must explain how the N331 Billion borrowed in the name of Osun State was expended, with no obvious infrastructural development to justify this huge debt.

Governor Oyetola must explain how the N18 Billion Bridge Loan taken after he lost the election on July 16, 2022, was expended.

Governor Oyetola must also explain why Osun state is owing salaries & pension to the tune of N76 Billion after collecting a N50 Billion Salary Bail Out Loan from the Federal Government

The Creditors, especially the Commercial Banks must explain why various loans were given to an administration beyond its 4 year tenure. 28 years is equivalent to the tenure of at least four Governors. A child that is born today would have earned a PhD at 28 years of age. This is nothing but mortgaging the future of Osun State with nothing to show for it. This is definitely not acceptable.

I will update you accordingly, as we progress.

Find attached to my speech the attachments directly from the state's Accountant General


●.HE Senator Ademola Adeleke,
Executive Governor of Osun State delivered this address at a meeting Osun State Traditional Rulers on December 15th at Osogbo, Osun State Capital.

NEWS RELEASE / PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
14/12/2022

Governor Adeleke Suspends Operators of State Mining Licences

In furtherance of his bid to reform the state's Solid Mineral Sector, Governor Ademola Adeleke has directed immediate suspension of all mining firms operating the state's mining licences.

All operators are to report to the Committee on Assets Verification and Recovery chaired by Dr B.T Salami with copies of their Memorandum of Understanding which governs their relationship with the state government.

In a public announcement from the Secretary to the State Government, Hon Teslim Igbalaye, Governor Adeleke reiterated his resolve to recover all fund owed Osun state and stop the reaping of state assets from mining to revenue collection.

The suspension of the operators is to remain in force until the conclusion of the ongoing review of the MOU between the state as the owner of the licences and the operators.

All operators are to report to the committee on Monday by 12pm.

Signed:
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the Executive Governor

Press Statement
12/12/2022

Governor Adeleke Unveils Revenue And Solid Mineral Sector Reforms

• After 25 Years, Segilola Gold Has Not Paid A Dime To Osun Govt

• Revenue Agents Earn More Than The State Government

• Mining Companies Not Paying For Environmental Damages– Gov

• 25 Years Derivation Payments Must Be Recovered From Segilola Company And Others

• Control Post Licences Suspended

• I Will Recover Every Penny Owed Osun–Governor Adeleke

The Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke on Monday unveiled a comprehensive reforms of the revenue and solid mineral sector of the state government with far-reaching directives affecting mining companies and revenue generating agencies and stakeholders.

Inaugurating two separate committees, namely revenue and solid minerals, Governor Adeleke issued several directives to block revenue leakages; increase internally generated revenues; recover unpaid solid minerals payments from Segilola and other companies; halt illegal mining; review the operation of Osun State Internal Revenue Service; suspend control post licences; orders new terms of engagements for revenue collecting agents; orders review of licencing conditions for logging related permits; and vow to ensure mining companies pay for environmental pollution and degradation.

The Governor who decried the situation whereby revenue collectors are earning more than the state government, directed that henceforth all revenue generated must go into the coffers of the state after which decision will be taken on the percentage to be paid to collectors.

While further lamenting huge revenue loss, Governor Adeleke wondered why Segilola gold company has never paid a dime to the Osun State Government for the past 25 years that it has been mining gold in the state.

In the words of the Governor, "Osun state according to extant laws is entitled to 13 percent derivation from every ounce of gold extracted from our gold and other solid mineral fields. Segilola and other operating companies are expected by law to pay Osun state 13 percent derivation on the value of gold and other solid minerals produced in the last 25 years.

"Till date, we have no record of any payment made by Segilola and other mining companies to Osun state. My administration is determined to recover every penny owed Osun state by companies operating in Osun gold fields.

"Osun state has been subjected to intense environmental degradation arising from activities of mining companies. River Osun has been polluted and our people are dying as related sicknesses are spreading. These are sad realities which none of the mining companies has raised a finger to address. My administration will insist on the companies paying for the cleaning up of our rivers and environment. Segilola and other companies operating in our state should take note that cleaning up of our environment is going to be a continous exercise and the resulting expenditure is to be borne by the companies. I will not allow Osun people to continue to be exposed to polluted river water and the state to be so cheated.

"My administration is conducting an audit of Osun assets in the mining sector. All state mining licences already diverted to private possession must be fully recovered. All illegal mining activities must stop immediately. Henceforth, all illegal mining syndicates will be arrested and prosecuted", the Governor posited.

On the revenue side, Governor Adeleke vowed to stop huge leakages in revenue collection, which he blamed on corrupt practices, unfavourable revenue collection terms and outright inefficiencies in the revenue collection processes.

Speaking further, the Governor noted that "My administration will not condone a situation whereby revenue agents are earning more than the state. All revenue inflow must go to the Coffers of the state. We must then decide what will be the collection fees to be paid to the revenue agents. Consequently, all revenue agents operating on behalf of the state must report to the committee immediately for new terms of engagement.

"I have reports of extensive illegal logging of precious woods without permit from the state government. Consequently, all logging permits such as hammer and concession permits are hereby suspended pending review by the committee.

"My administration is in possession of report detailing low revenue returns and corrupt practices across the Control posts. Consequently, all consultants manning the control posts and collecting haulage revenue are hereby suspended pending review by the revenue committee.

"Furthermore, I direct this committee to review the following category of permits payments namely Control post/border checkpoints haulage; plantation or forest reserve concession allocation permit; sawmill permit and renewal; flinch sawn evacuation permit; timber and logs permit; hammering permit or release permit; motor-saw permit; forest reserve access permit and Tungya farming system allocation permit.

"My administration is directing a review of the Osun State Internal Revenue Service. The committee is therefore expected to review the operations of the agency and submit appropriate recommendations to increase internally generated revenue by substantial percentage", the Governor affirmed.

Responding on behalf of the Committee members, the Chairman of the Solid Minerals Committee, Mr. Samuel Oyedokun assured the Governor of their total commitments to the execution of the mandate given to the two committees.

"We totally share the passion and commitment of His Excellency for transparency and accountability in the management of Osun mineral assets and revenue inflows. We promise to commence operations immediately and ensure the fulfilment of His Excellency's various directives," he noted.

Each of the committee has 14 members. The Chairman of the Revenue Committee is Mr. Sola Adewumi while the Secretary is Mr. Hamsat Solanke. The Chairman of the Solid Minerals Committee is Mr. Samuel Oyedokun with Barrister Hashim Abioye as the Secretary.

The list of the Committee members are as follows:

SOLID MINERALS COMMITTEE

1. Samuel Oyedokun– Chairman
2. Bola Ojofeitumi– Vice Chairman
3. Barrister Hashim Abioye– Secretary
4. Prof Lukman Jumoda
5. Engr. Ajeigbe Seun
6. Hon Kolapo Alimi
7. Mrs Felicia Adeniran
8. Mrs Omolade Iyabo Adiamo
9. Akin Odejobi
10. Hon Lukman Ijiwoye
11. Alhaji Gani Ola-Oluwa
12. Hon. Dada Ajibola
13. Mr Mutiu Kareem
14. Mr Alaba Popoola

REVENUE COMMITTEE

1. Sola Adewumi– Chairman
2. Hamsat Solanke– Secretary
3. Nasiru Oladele Ismaila
4. Hon Emiola Fakeye
5. Akosile Anike Stella
6. Sarafa Awotunde
7. Mr Ebenezer Adeniji
8. Hon Mayowa Adejorin
9. Hon Ojuolape Ayegbaju
10. Ayepola Taiwo
11. Hon Taofeek Olatunji Amobi
12. Akinyo Akintoye Akinmade
13. Mr. Toba Alalade
14. Mr. Festus Ademola Adeyemo

Signed:
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the Executive Governor of Osun State

Press Statement
06/12/2022

Governor Ademola Adeleke Promises a New Lease of Life for Osun Workers

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has projected a new lease of life for workers in the state, reiterating his administration's commitment to ensure an improved situation for civil servants in the state.

Governor Adeleke said this on Tuesday at the swearing-in ceremony of the newly appointed Head of Service, Mr Samuel Ayanleye Aina, at the Local Government Service Commission Hall, assuring the workers of better days under him.

He promised to govern Osun state with the fear of God and ensure that no one is denied his or her entitled benefits, calling on workers in the state to be his administration's partner in taking Osun state to a greater height.

"You are going to have it good under me," Governor Adeleke assured the ecstatic workers, urging them to be a bit patient with his administration to get things in order.

The Governor who expressed optimism in the workers giving the new Head of Service the necessary support, admonished civil servants to compliment the administration in its goal to transform Osun state.

"You will all agree that I made a fantastic choice. From what I can see,from how enthusiastic you are, I am sure you will all cooperate with him," he noted.

"There is time for everything, and when it is time for work, you should all face your work. Get to your office early and do your work. I will make sure everybody smile but you must do your work."

Governor Adeleke noted that payment of salary for workers in the state had already commenced, adding that he will not disappoint the workers and people of the state.

"All MDAs have complied with my directive to submit their salary schedules and I have just signed the instruction for the immediate payment of salaries. Workers are to start receiving their salaries. I know you love me and I love you too."

In his brief speech, the new Head of Service, Mr Samuel Ayanleye Aina, said the service under him will ensure professionalism and ethics that defines their work, assuring workers to promote their interests.

He pledged the cooperation of the state's workforce to the Adeleke administration, saying the civil service as an important institution will work with the government to deliver benefits for Osun people.

Signed:
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the Executive Governor of Osun State

Press Statement
02/12/2022

Osun Deputy Governor's Lodge was Looted, State Govt Insists

Our attention has been drawn to a statement credited to the former Deputy Governor of Osun state where he claimed nothing was missing in the Deputy Governor's lodge. We want to insist that the lodge was not only looted but the pillaging was extensive.

We have a documentary proof of the state of the lodge as at the time of inauguration. From the main house to the service flats, the place was stripped of all fittings and other movable items. The video in our possession was detailed and physical inspection has confirmed the ransacking of the house.

The defence of the former Deputy Governor is spurious and against the reality on ground. We urge him to take responsibility as the Deputy Governor of Osun State, Prince Kola Adewusi spoke from factual reports which can be verified by a visit to the lodge.

Signed:
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the Executive Governor

President Biden Message: Consul General Presents US Seal to Adeleke, Signal New Partnership between Osun and the US


The incoming Osun state Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has received a message of partnership from the United States President, Joe Biden signalling a development partnership deal between the incoming administration and the United States government.

The American team was led by the Consular General, William Stevens. The team pledged to assist Osun state in education, agriculture, health, security, technology and capacity training across the sectors including student exchange.

The Consul General while presenting President Biden's message said the United States appreciates Senator Adeleke's serious commitment to public service and nation building, noting that the US regards the Governor-elect as a public figure deserving of support in his strive to help his citizens.


Senator Adeleke had hosted the Consular General and his team during which period he reiterated his five point agenda, the platform on which he was elected during the July 16 governorship election.

While thanking the western embassies for their keen interest in successful transition of power in Osun state, the Governor-elect promised to establish direct partnership with international development agencies, noting that "Osun state needs all the support to fast track her developmental plans.


"We seek collaboration. We seek partnership with USAID, DFID, JICA and other donor partners. Our leadership will be pro-development", Senator Adeleke reassured.

He told his guests that is ready for governance as he has firmed up his five point agenda, adding "I am ready to lead Osun to a new height.


" I will work hard to improve the education and health sector while taken care of infrastructures, roads, water and others. We will boost state economy and develop tourism industry and enhance the tech space. We intend to embark on an agro-industrial programme to create jobs and wealth.

" I will forge close partnership with the United States Government to achieve strong performance in my five point agenda. We will open our hands to partnership in education, technology, health, women, youth, digital economy and others", Senator Adeleke noted.

Responding, the Consul General said the team was in Osun state as a continuation of the strong interest of the United States government in Nigerian democratic growth and development.

While welcoming the hands of fellowship and partnership from the Governor-elect, the Consul General promised to continue the democratic support to Nigeria to hold and sustain a tradition of successful election and stable governance.



The Consul General was accompanied by the Public Affairs Officer, Joseph Kruzich; Assistant Regional Security Officer, Jay Miller; Information Specialist, Temitayo Famutimi;
Cultural Specialist, Ibrahim Aliyu; and Protocol Assistant, Mary-Anne Onwuchekwa.



Top leaders of PDP at the event include the State Caretaker Chairman, Dr Adekunle Akindele, Yeye Modupe Adeleke-Sani, Alhaji Kazeem Akinleye and Dr B.T Salami. The event was coordinated by Rev Bunmi Jenyo.


E-Signed
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the Governor-elect

US, Osun to Partner on Agric,Tech Space, Others - Adeleke

The incoming Osun state Governor, Sen. Ademola Adeleke has concluded a development partnership deal with the US government after an interactive meeting with the American Consular General, William Stevens on Wednesday. Senator Adeleke had hosted the Consular General and his team during which period he reiterated his five point agenda, the platform on which he was elected during the July 16 governorship election.

While thanking the western embassies for their keen interest in successful transition of power in Osun state, the Governor-elect promised to establish direct partnership with international development agencies, noting that "Osun state needs all the support to fast track her developmental plans.

"We seek collaboration. We seek partnership with USAID, DFID, JICA and other donor partners. Our leadership will be pro-development", Senator Adeleke reassured.He told his guests that is ready for governance as he has firmed up his five point agenda, adding "I am ready to lead Osun to a new height.

" I will work hard to improve the education and health sector while taken care of infrastructures, roads, water and others. We will boost state economy and develop tourism industry and enhance the tech space. We intend to embark on an agro-industrial programme to create jobs and wealth.

" I will forge close partnership with the United States Government to achieve strong performance in my five point agenda. We will open our hands to partnership in education, technology, health, women, youth, digital economy and others", Senator Adeleke noted. Responding, the Consul General said the team was in Osun state as a continuation of the strong interest of the United States government in Nigerian democratic growth and development.

While welcoming the hands of fellowship and partnership from the Governor-elect, the Consul General promised to continue the democratic support to Nigeria to hold and sustain a tradition of successful election and stable governance. The Consul General was accompanied by the Public Affairs Officer, Joseph Kruzich; Assistant Regional Security Officer, Jay Miller; Information Specialist, Temitayo Famutimi;
Cultural Specialist, Ibrahim Aliyu; and Protocol Assistant, Mary-Anne Onwuchekwa.

Top leaders of PDP at the event include the State Caretaker Chairman, Dr Adekunle Akindele, Yeye Modupe Adeleke-Sani, Alhaji Kazeem Akinleye and Dr B.T Salami. The event was coordinated by Rev Bunmi Jenyo.

E-Signed
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the Governor-elect