Osun Grassroots Media Team Holds First Conference of 2025, Commends Governor Adeleke’s Transformational Leadership

PRESS STATEMENT

OSOGBO-3/04/2025

The Osun Grassroots Media Team, an online advocacy platform championing good governance under the leadership of Mallam Olawale Rasheed, Spokesperson to the Executive Governor of Osun State, has commended Governor Ademola Adeleke for his remarkable achievements since assuming office in 2022. This commendation was made during the team’s first conference of 2025, held today.

Speaking at the conference, the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Broadcast Media, Alhaji Abdulrahman Adekilekun, highlighted key initiatives of Governor Adeleke’s administration. He emphasized the government’s commitment to the health sector, citing the ongoing upgrade, rehabilitation, and renovation of health centers across all local government areas in the state. He also announced the Governor’s directive for the Osun Health Insurance Scheme to commence free health insurance registration for residents, an unprecedented initiative in the state's history.

On infrastructure, Adekilekun noted that Governor Adeleke is prioritizing road construction and workers’ welfare, this is a contrast to the past APC administration where workers endured half-salary payments, delayed promotions without financial benefits, and career stagnation. He praised the Governor’s policies, including the implementation of the new minimum wage and the gradual clearance of salary arrears left by the previous APC administration, which have significantly improved the lives of civil servants in Osun State.

In his keynote address, Mr. Badmus Olalekan Phoenix,the Special Assistant to the Governor on digital Media,who is also the guest lecturer, spoke extensively on the effective use of social media and self-improvement, encouraging members of the Grassroots Media Team to remain steadfast in their advocacy for Governor Adeleke’s administration.

Mr Badmus Olalekan Phoenix commends the effort of Osun grassroot Media Team for the support giving to the current administration under the able leadership of the working Governor,His Excellency Governor Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke.

However,the guest lecturer also highlighted the purpose and the impact of the media in the recent political activities and why media effort contribute to the success of any political party or candidates.

The convener of Osun grassroot media team, Comrade Samakin Abdul-Jeleel Abiodun expressed appreciation for members’ resilience amid opposition propaganda. He urged them to stay focused as the state approaches another election cycle, assuring that all dedicated members will benefit from the Imole Administration.

Finally, Hon. Adisa Akintegbe, Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Political Affairs, encouraged participants to take their roles seriously, maintain integrity in their online engagements, and stay connected to their local communities.

The conference was attended by several government aides and members of the grassroot Media Team across the local government of Osun State.

Signed: Osun Grassroots Media Team

IFON/ILOBU/ERIN-OSUN: SUSTAIN PEACE OR FACE DETHRONEMENT - GOVERNOR ADELEKE TO ROYAL FATHERS

NEWS RELEASE

OSOGBO - 31/03/2025 - Osunstate.gov.ng

Governor Ademola Adeleke has warned of stern state action against traditional rulers of Ifon, Erin Osun and Ilobu communities if they fail to sustain current peace and de-escalation of the crisis in their communities.

The Governor issued the warning against the backdrop of online reports that some faceless groups across the conflict areas are planning another round of attacks.

“In the midst of sallah celebrations, I got reports of some people planning another round of conflict around Ifon, Ilobu and Erin Osun towns. The security agencies have tightened surveillance to ensure no attacks take place.

“The security agencies are also speeding up the interrogation of key chieftains and actors in the conflict. I will remind top leaders of the towns that the peace undertaking they are signing are not for joke. They will be held accountable. There will be accountability before the law.

“The curfew we relaxed was on humanitarian grounds. As a compassionate government, we know many innocent people are suffering because of the evil agenda of a few elements across the conflict areas. Any attempt to exploit the adjustment of the curfew for renewed violence will be met with full re-imposition of the 24-hour curfew.

“Additionally, I will remove from office, any traditional ruler where violence recurs. This card is on the table. Royal fathers of each town must call their subjects to order. I will wield the big stick. Enough is enough”, the Governor was quoted as saying in the statement.

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

Adeleke to NYSC members ;be disciplined,dedicated during your service year in Osun State,

Osun state governor,Senator Ademola Adeleke has urged the teeming National Youth Corps Service scheme members to be dedicated to community development during their service year in Osun state.

Governor Adeleke made the disclosure during a second edition of a day sensitization exercise for all corps members serving in various Ministries,Departments and Agencies of Government ( MDAs) in the State Secretariat Complex ,Abeere.

The state commissioner for youth affairs, Hon.Olagunju Moshood Olaleke represented Governor Adeleke at the programme tagged Clean Up Abeere.

Coordinated by Hon. Ojo Isaac Sanmi, Special Assistant to the Governor in the office of the Chief of staff to the governor, the one day sensitization cum clean up exercise had all the male and female corps members fully kitted in their NYSC khaki uniforms while cleaning all the premises of the State Government Secretariat .

The clean up exercise which first began at the Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning in the State Secretariat had all the corps members,amidst singing and dancing ,sweeping and cutting bushes and weeds in the entire Secretariat complex.

Governor Adeleke through the State Youth Affairs Commissioner,Hon. Olalekan Olagunju thanked the organizers of the programme for the sole objective of keeping Govt.Secretariat ,Abeere clean and tidy.

In the same vein,the governor pledged the readiness of his administration to continue to make Osun,home away from home for all serving corps members during their one year mandatory NYSC service scheme in Osun State.

Earlier in his address of welcome,the Principal Coordinator of the Clean Up campaign, Hon. Ojo Isaac Sammi popularly known as *Ijoba Demo* told the gathering that the sole objective was to make cleanliness a habit which all corps members and society at large must always not play with .

Hon. Isaac particularly thanked the State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke for always making good environment a priority .

While also commending his many programmes,policies and activities especially for the NYSC members, in Osun State, Hon. Isaac urged the corps members to take full advantage of the peaceful and hospitable dispositions of Osun state and its people into consideration in all they do and say .

A cross section of the participants,described the initiative as good and well intentioned.

The almost four hour long clean up exercise ended with a variety show where the corps members drawn from different states of the Nigerian federation but who are currently serving their father land in Osun state, catching fun and fraternizing with one another .

The next in the third in the series of similar clean up exercise, according to Hon. Ojo Isaac Sanmi, will take place in the next three months.

NEW DEAL BETWEEN OSUN AND SEGILOLA HAS NO LINK WITH INVESTIGATIVE REPORT - SPOKESPERSON

NEWS RELEASE

OSOGBO - 27/03/2025 - Osunstate.gov.ng

Our attention has been drawn to a misguided report which published the report of an investigative committee on the business and legal disputes between the Thors Exploration Limited and the Osun state government.

We note that those who sponsored the report with a view to sabotage the new deal between the two parties assumed the discussion, facilitated by the Honourable Minister and the agreement brokered by the Honourable Minister of Solid Minerals Development was based on the report of the 12 man investigative committee.

Those enemies of Osun state would however be disappointed to learn that the new deal between the two parties was based on African dispute resolution mechanism, which some can term “political intervention” , being pioneered by the Honourable Minister for this important economic sector.

While Osun state is not privy to the report, the Minister decided out of his volition that the said report cannot provide the required solution to the business and operational dispute between the two parties.

The Minister after listening to the address of the Osun state governor responded by noting that he has read all the report and he has concluded that a new approach is necessary, leading to summoning the Segilola team to a meeting with the state team while both the Governor and the Minister mediated.

It was on the strength of that approach that the Minister called on Osun state team to present the sticky points which were listed by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Solid Minerals, Prof. Lukuman Adekilekun Jimoda to include;

- Payment of undisputed PAYEE immediately.

- ⁠Setting up of independent tax consultant to address other tax components

- ⁠Formal presentation of Environmental report and request to SROL through the Minister and;

- ⁠The need to address the additional economic interest due to encroachment of 88 cadastral unit etc

Each of the points were thrashed and conclusion reached namely;

- The handing over of the share certificate to Osun state,

- ⁠Agreement to pay undisputed portion of the tax assessment of 1.2 Billion Naira (on PAYE alone),

- ⁠Review of Osun claims on Environmental Audit with Osun submitting a comprehensive environmental audit and lastly;

- ⁠A decision for the Federal Ministry of Solid Mineral to review claims on encroachment on Osun 88 cadastral mining units by Segilola and the associated inconclusive partnership.

The meeting further resolved many grey areas including better communication, serving as liaison office for correspondences on tax assessments/demand notices for companies operating within Segilola premises, assurance by the Osun government to support seamless operation by Segilola among other positive developments.

We are therefore surprised to read sponsored reports from saboteurs who never wish Osun well pushing out a report which even the Minister said cannot provide a sustainable basis for resolving the disputes.

Whether those eager to deny Osun legitimate earnings for her development like it or not, a new paradigm has been reached. Osun is now an official shareholder in Thors Exploration Limited and Thors Exploration is to enjoy a positive operational environment. We have the shares and we know, if it were to be them, they would have commenced a process of selling the shares.

Osun got a better deal, it is no longer shares in Tropical Mines Ltd but shares in Thor Exploration and had an opportunity to present its Environmental Audit Report. As a shareholder of Thors Exploration, things can only get better as insiders and we do not hope to spoil the goodwill that exists between the two parties.

We commend the Minister of Solid Minerals, Mr Dele Alake for his steadfastness and patriotic stance and demonstration of commitment to mining reforms and the resolution of the dispute. We also applaud the directors of Segilola Gold project for their openness and readiness to partner and cooperate with the state government. This deal is a headache for haters of Osun development.

Members of the public are therefore enjoined to ignore the fake news from the enemies of Osun state who prefer lining their pockets with illicit gold than seeing Osun with more funds for her development.

We note that those who sponsored the report with a view to sabotage the new deal between the two parties assumed the discussion, facilitated by the Honourable Minister and the agreement brokered by the Honourable Minister of Solid Minerals Development was based on the report of the 12 man investigative committee.

Those enemies of Osun state would however be disappointed to learn that the new deal between the two parties was based on African dispute resolution mechanism, which some can term “political intervention” , being pioneered by the Honourable Minister for this important economic sector.

While Osun state is not privy to the report, the Minister decided out of his volition that the said report cannot provide the required solution to the business and operational dispute between the two parties.

The Minister after listening to the address of the Osun state governor responded by noting that he has read all the report and he has concluded that a new approach is necessary, leading to summoning the Segilola team to a meeting with the state team while both the Governor and the Minister mediated.

It was on the strength of that approach that the Minister called on Osun state team to present the sticky points which were listed by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Solid Minerals, Prof. Lukuman Adekilekun Jimoda to include;

- Payment of undisputed PAYEE immediately.

- ⁠Setting up of independent tax consultant to address other tax components

- ⁠Formal presentation of Environmental report and request to SROL through the Minister and;

- ⁠The need to address the additional economic interest due to encroachment of 88 cadastral unit etc

Each of the points were thrashed and conclusion reached namely;

- The handing over of the share certificate to Osun state,

- ⁠Agreement to pay undisputed portion of the tax assessment of 1.2 Billion Naira (on PAYE alone),

- ⁠Review of Osun claims on Environmental Audit with Osun submitting a comprehensive environmental audit and lastly;

- ⁠A decision for the Federal Ministry of Solid Mineral to review claims on encroachment on Osun 88 cadastral mining units by Segilola and the associated inconclusive partnership.

The meeting further resolved many grey areas including better communication, serving as liaison office for correspondences on tax assessments/demand notices for companies operating within Segilola premises, assurance by the Osun government to support seamless operation by Segilola among other positive developments.

We are therefore surprised to read sponsored reports from saboteurs who never wish Osun well pushing out a report which even the Minister said cannot provide a sustainable basis for resolving the disputes.

Whether those eager to deny Osun legitimate earnings for her development like it or not, a new paradigm has been reached. Osun is now an official shareholder in Thors Exploration Limited and Thors Exploration is to enjoy a positive operational environment. We have the shares and we know, if it were to be them, they would have commenced a process of selling the shares.

Osun got a better deal, it is no longer shares in Tropical Mines Ltd but shares in Thor Exploration and had an opportunity to present its Environmental Audit Report. As a shareholder of Thors Exploration, things can only get better as insiders and we do not hope to spoil the goodwill that exists between the two parties.

We commend the Minister of Solid Minerals, Mr Dele Alake for his steadfastness and patriotic stance and demonstration of commitment to mining reforms and the resolution of the dispute. We also applaud the directors of Segilola Gold project for their openness and readiness to partner and cooperate with the state government. This deal is a headache for haters of Osun development.

Members of the public are therefore enjoined to ignore the fake news from the enemies of Osun state who prefer lining their pockets with illicit gold than seeing Osun with more funds for her development.

Signed Mallam Olawale Rasheed Spokesperson to the State Governor

GOVERNOR ADELEKE APPROVES IMOLE FREE TRAIN RIDE FOR EID-EL FITRI CELEBRATION

The Honourable Commissioner for Commerce and Industry in Osun State, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo has implored indegenes in Lagos, Ogun and Oyo States to take advantage of the Imole Free Train ride during the forthcoming Eid-El Fitri celebration.

This was contained in a statement by the Commissioner, shortly after a live programme at the Lagos Television (LTV), which was made available to newsmen in Osogbo on Thursday.

Rev. Bunmi Jenyo who lauded the Executive Governor of Osun State, Sen. Dr. Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, reiterated that the train ride was completely prepared to convey passengers to Osogbo on Saturday, and return them back to Lagos on Wednesday next week, free of charge.

According to him, the train will take off from Iddo Terminus, Lagos on Saturday 29th March, at 10:00am prompt. The return trip from Nelson Mandela Freedom Park, Osogbo is on Wednesday, 2nd April 2025 at 12:00pm prompt.

The Free Train ride initiative is one of the many commitments of the Osun State government to ease the travelling burden of the citizens, residing in other states but are interested in celebrating the Eid with their loved ones in their Osun State.

He therefore called on the prospective passengers to use the opportunity to visit the State and observe the giant strides of Governor Ademola Adeleke, in relation to the five-point integral plan of his administration.

Signed: Rev. Bunmi Jenyo, Honourable Commissioner, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Osun State. 27th March, 2025.

Ifon-Ilobu-Erin communal Clash: Kolapo Alimi Denies Sending Fake Soldiers to Ilobu,

PRESS STATEMENT

Ifon-Ilobu-Erin communal Clash: Kolapo Alimi Denies Sending Fake Soldiers to Ilobu,

-Seeks public apology from Tairu Babatunde, PRO, Ilobu Descendant Union, for malicious publication

-Sympathises with victims, calls for calm, peace in the three warring communities

OSOGBO-24/03/2025 Osunstate.gov..ng

While the current situation happening between Ifon-Ilobu-Erin Osun is sad, condemnable and avoidable, every right thinking person in the affected communities ought to strive for the avoidance of the carnage.

The killings and destructions in the concerned communities are uncalled for because we are brothers and sisters .We have an age long relationship of inter marriages. This brotherhood and sisterhood is what we should promote as opposed to killing and maiming of ourselves .It is despicable and uncalled for.

More unfortunate is the politicization of the conflicts, by using the conflicts to blackmail my humble self by some political jobbers hiding under the name of the conflicts.

It started about a year ago when the conflicts between Ifon and Ilobu escalated. Quickly, some politicians from the opposition in Ilobu, hiding under the name of fighting for Ilobu interest started blackmailing Oluomo Kolapo Alimi as the one supporting Ifon against Ilobu. These baseless allegations reverberate throughout the length and breadth of Ilobu. It took Kolapo Alimi several efforts to disabuse the mind of right thinking people of Ilobu about these allegations.

The situation became worse now that Erin is involved, they reinvented their false claims that Alimi brought fake Soldiers to Ilobu.

Before I delve into the issues, let's inform those that might not know or remind those that have forgotten the contributions of Kolapo Alimi to the Development of Ilobu.

My humble self, Kolapo Alimi , as a young boy, had a spell of almost ten years as a teacher in Ilobu Grammar School,Ilobu. I had a record of hard work which impacted positively on many Ilobu indigenes who are today doing well in their different areas of specialisation.

Thereafter, when I ventured into public service as a politician and eventually, a Commissioner, I, Kolapo Alimi appointed an Ilobu indigene as my Personal Assistant, (an unprecedented step in our political development in our areas). In addition, I have records of facilitating the employment of many Ilobu indigenes into Local Govts, Lautech (now Uniosun teaching hospital) and Civil Defence among other key offices in various establishments in Osun and beyond.

With all humility and modesty , I make bold to say that, I have assisted many Ilobu indigenes despite the fact that I am not an indigene of the town. On politics, I stood firmly with Honourable Nasiru Olateju, an Ilobu indigene to become the member representing Irepodun/Orolu state constituency, in 2019. Let me stop at that for now.

It is then quite surprising and astonishing that some people will deliberately be out as a result of mischief and other reasons, particularly politics, to malign my person and integrity.

An example of such was a blackmail and malicious press release authored by one Tairu Babatunde, the Public Relations Officer of Ilobu Descendant Union (IDU) in which he alleged that I sent fake soldiers to Ilobu to carry out killings. This is a lie taken to the extreme of great mischief.

Ordinarily,I wouldn't have responded the way I am currently doing because, anybody holding a public position, more so, who is into politics, should from time to time expect such backlashes from the political opponents.

However, in the instant case, the false narration is from, Ilobu Descendants Union, (ICU). As we all know,Ilobu Descendant Union( I.D.U) is an umbrella body of all sons and daughters of Ilobu at home and diaspora.It is a very responsible and reliable organization.

If anybody, therefore, representing such a Union should write something of that magnitude, it should not be dismissed with a wave of hands as unimportant, hence the need to respond accordingly and appropriately the way I am doing using this medium.

The claim by Tairu Babatunde on behalf of IDU that I came with fake soldiers to Ilobu and ordered that people be shot,like I earlier said, is a big lie with no iota of truth in its entirety. I challenge the author to come out openly to substantiate it.

If we could recall, the current escalation of the crisis occurred around Thursday, by Friday morning, the Governor directed that the security meeting be held to take drastic steps to curb the situation. It was at that meeting that the need to declare curfew among other security measures were taken. And it was limited to Ifon and Ifon because the crisis then was between Ifon and Ilobu. Those in attendance at that meeting were, the Army, the police,the DSS, The Civic Defense and the Immigration.

On Friday night, around 11:30 pm, some people laid siege overnight in my house and there were gun shots here and there throughout the night . To avoid any bloodshed, I didn't allow any of my security details to respond . The people that heard the gunshots on realizing that my house was under attack raised an alarm which eventually got to the attention of the special Adviser to the Governor on security matters who accordingly called for reinforcement from security Chiefs . It was the combined team of police and civil Defense Corps that rescued me from my Erin Osun house to Osogbo with members of my family.

There was nothing like fake police/soldiers as erroneously claimed in the write up by Tairu Babatunde .In fact,there was even no need for it.

I want to state again and again,that I, Kolapo Alimi, with all honesty, did not ask any police or other security personnel to shoot or kill anybody at Ilobu or anywhere whatsoever as falsely written by Tairu Babatunde in his press statement being currently circulated in the social media.

It must be stated that the level of destruction in the three towns is not and should not be something somebody reasonably should be happy about or proud of.

On the issue of the imposition of curfew, this is the true story as against the lie fabricated again by Tairu Babatunde,the PRO of Ilobu Descendant Union( I.D.U), as I have stated above earlier, the initial curfew earlier declared by the Osun state government was between Ifon and Ilobu because the crisis at that time was between the two towns only. If we recall, the curfew was reviewed about three weeks ago when Ramadan started and the curfew was imposed on Ifon and Ilobu because the crisis was between the two communities.

To say that I was instrumental to the imposition of curfew on only Ifon and Ilobu with the exclusion of my Erin Osun where I hail from, as alleged by Tairu Babatunde in his press statement was another malicious blackmail which holds no iota of truth.

I have come to realize that some people are just out to cause problems. This is bad and unfortunate.

In conclusion, the effect of what Tairu Babatunde wrote has actually put my life and that of the members of my family in danger as many people believe that the write up emanated from Ilobu Descendant Union.( IDU)

To this end, I, Kolapo Alimi, is demanding an immediate public apology from Tairu Babatunde whose thought I strongly believe does not represent the thought of Ilobu Descendant Union ( IDU), for the false accusation . Anything short of an apology will make the matter a subject of thorough investigation by the law enforcement agencies. Signed: Oluomo Kolapo Alimi Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Osun state.

LOCAL SOCIAL SERVICES AND GOVERNANCE UNIMPEDED ACROSS OSUN STATE

NEWS RELEASE

OSOGBO- 23/03/2025 - Osunstate.gov.ng

Amidst recent misinformation from the opposition, it is important to inform the public that social services in health, education and social documentation are being rendered seamlessly across the 30 local governments and the Area Council of Osun state.

Local schools and health centres are operating effectively and efficiently with local patronage at an all time high.

Governor Ademola Adeleke recently visited some health centres and actually met two instances of successful child births at Telemu and Ido Osun.

Members of the public are also aware that services for state of origin and local government identification have been made electronic since 2023.

As part of the government's push to digitize services to the citizens, thousands of applicants have accessed their state of origin and local government identification online real time from 2023 to date.

Contrary to fake news by the opposition, local government administration is not paralyzed in Osun. This was even attested to by visits to schools and some health centres by the illegal Yes/No council chairmen which they even posted on social media.

If such local services are truly shut down, how come they were open and operating when those illegal impostors conducted their comedic visitations?

Members of the public are therefore enjoined to disregard the fake news from merchants of falsehood and their closet agents of chaos within some discredited media platforms.

As a pro-people leader, Governor Ademola Adeleke is committed to sustenance of good governance and democratic dividends across Osun state within the context of rule of law and fear of God.

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

Welfare of our members is non-negotiable - Osun NLC

The Leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress Osun State Council wishes to reiterate our earlier position on the ongoing matter between the State and Local Government in Osun State which has been influenced by the interest of various Political Groups in the State.

We have been monitoring the situation with the interest of all our members working within the Local Government Areas as our primary concern, we hereby direct that all Local Government Workers in Osun State should continue to stay at home until peace and serenity can be assured.

We are not happy with the ongoing development however, the NLC won't risk the lives of our members to work under an atmosphere we consider to be summarily unpredictable.

Once we are convinced that the situation has improved tremendously, we will direct our members to resume work.

Contrary to the false allegations against the leadership of NULGE Osun State Chapter led by Com. (Dr) Kehinde Nathaniel Ogungbangbe, we reaffirm that NULGE as an affiliate of the NLC is duly constituted and operated under the Trade Union Act guiding all the industrial unions in the country. It should be noted that the National President General of NULGE has in a statement recently supported the action by the Osun State Chapter of NULGE which was in the interest of the welfare of her members.

We also wish to inform the general public that Osun health Centres are open and continues to serve the health needs of the public at the grassroot. Currently, the Osun State Government is implementing the rehabilitation of the remaining PHCs in the state. There is no truth whatsoever in the claim that health centres in Osun state are closed.

Com. (Dr) Kehinde Nathaniel Ogungbangbe is the recognised NULGE President in Osun State and as such we urge Osun State Local Government Workers to disregard the release calling for resumption by an unauthorized group of people who are working for their paymasters to divide the movement.

The Osun State Council of the NLC remains resolute in its commitment to defending the rights and interests of workers and the masses. We shall not be cowed or intimidated by these desperate attempts to silence us. We stand firm in our resolve to uphold justice, fairness, and the rule of law in our beloved state.

Solidarity Forever!

Long Live NLC
Long Live Osun State
Long Live Nigeria

Comrade (Dr) Christopher Abimbola Arapasopo Chairman, NLC

Group Raises Alarm over Plot to Disturb Public Peace by a Fake Teachers’ Recruitment Applicants Union

PRESS STATEMENT

10/03/2025

Group Raises Alarm over Plot to Disturb Public Peace by a Fake Teachers’ Recruitment Applicants Union

Osun Democrats for Democracy (ODD) has raised alarm over plots to disturb public peace by a fake, strange union of teachers’ applicants fronting for the opposition All Progressive Congress APC).

In a statement issued today at Osogbo, the group described the purported plan by the group as a proxy front by the APC to plunge Osun into another round of crisis and conflict.

“ As lovers of democracy, we bring to the attention of the public a new dangerous agenda by the APC to create mayhem. A non-existing group has allegedly written to the police to seek permission to stage protest against delay in the release of appointment letters to successful applicants for teaching jobs in the state.

“ In another strange development, we learnt the police service has reportedly given go ahead for the protest to hold.

“We are worried that an unregistered association that is not known to the state or the law is organising a protest. It is even more disturbing that such an illegal group is reported to have secured police protection.

We affirm that no applicant will form a group to fight his likely employer and even put his name on the press statement. The statement and the application for protest to the police are simply the handiwork of APC operatives.

From all available facts, it is clear the said group is simply a political front by the APC. The development is a ploy to organise touts and thugs to unleash mayhem on the state and therefore provide pretext for the removal of democratically elected officials in Osun state.

We call on the police authorities to deny approval for the fake group for such a protest as it is clearly a political move to start another round of political conflict in the state.

We alert the Presidency to this new evil plot and seek the immediate intervention of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to prevail on the police not to grant protest permits to the illegal group.

The creation of that fake group and its extraordinary action of seeking police permit confirmed a new attempt by the APC to disturb the relative peace that has returned to Osun state since the illegal invasion of the local governments secretariats across the state.

We are aware that the state government has just concluded the process of releasing letters to successful applicants in batches as earlier directed by Mr Governor and any attempt to plunge Osun into another round of crisis should be nipped in the bud.

Signed: Prince Ayelagbe Odetola, Chair, Board of Trustees.

Osun State Champions Subnational Climate Action as Government Officials Receive Climate Change Ambassador Awards

NEWS RELEASE
OSOGBO - 19/03/2025 - Osunstate.gov.ng

The Osun State Government continues to lead the charge in climate action as two of its distinguished officials, alongside renowned climate expert Professor Chinwe Obuaku-Igwe, were honoured with the prestigious Climate Action Ambassador Award at the 5th Annual Conference of the Society for Climate Action in Nigeria (SCAN), held at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, on Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

Professor Chinwe Obuaku-Igwe, Consultant on Climate Change and Renewable Energy to the Osun State Government, and Hon. Bamikole Omisore, Special Adviser on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Multilateral Relations, were recognised for their exceptional contributions to climate action in Osun State and Nigeria.

Themed “Climate Change Impacts, Smart Strategies, and Sustainable Linkages for Development,” the conference brought together experts, policymakers, and stakeholders in the environmental sector to discuss innovative solutions for mitigating climate change.

Professor Obuaku-Igwe was honoured for her dedication to advancing climate change initiatives and promoting renewable energy solutions in Osun State and beyond. Similarly, Hon. Omisore was recognised for his strategic leadership in integrating climate action into sustainable development policies.

As part of the conference, Professor Obuaku-Igwe delivered a compelling presentation titled “Bridging Policy and Implementation Gaps: Subnational Climate Action for Sustainable Development in Nigeria.” She emphasized the urgent need for state and local governments to move beyond policies and take tangible action in the fight against climate change.

“Climate action does not happen in Abuja alone—it happens in states, local governments, and communities,” Professor Obuaku-Igwe stated. “Osun State is demonstrating that with the right policies, partnerships, and investments, subnational governments can lead the way in climate governance and green economic transformation.”

During the presentation, she outlined key strategies for closing the gap between climate policy and implementation at the state level, including:

• Strengthening institutional frameworks by establishing climate resilience offices at the state level.

• Expanding climate financing through state-led green bonds and public-private partnerships.

• Enhancing capacity building for local government officials, traditional rulers, and community leaders.

• Leveraging digital solutions to track climate adaptation projects and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

• Fostering grassroots engagement by empowering women and youth as climate champions.

Osun State’s PET bottle collection-for-cash initiative, which has successfully reduced plastic pollution while creating economic opportunities, was highlighted as a model for sustainable waste management. Additionally, lessons from South Africa’s climate governance at the provincial level were shared, showcasing how state-led climate action can attract international funding and drive economic growth.

Speaking at the event, the President of SCAN emphasized the importance of collaborative efforts in addressing climate change and commended the Osun State Government for its unwavering commitment to environmental sustainability. The awards further reinforce Osun’s position as a front-runner in climate resilience and sustainable development in Nigeria.

Distinguished Osun State Officials in Attendance

Other Osun State Government officials present at the conference included:

• Hon. Mayowa Adejoorin, Osun State Commissioner for Environment

• Hon. Azeez Badmus, Special Adviser to the Governor on Innovation, Science, Technology, and Digital Economy

• Permanent Secretary and Director of Climate Change, Ministry of Environment

• General Manager, Osun State Waste Management Agency

• Director of Environmental Health, Osun State

Other Award Recipients

In addition to Professor Obuaku-Igwe and Hon. Omisore, other honourees at the event included:

• Dr. Muhammad Salisu Khalil (FAIWMES), Executive Secretary, Kano State Watershed and Climate Change Management Agency

• Prof. M.K. Yahaya, Executive Secretary, Presidential Livestock Reforms Implementation Committee

• Hon. Hamza Suleiman, Honourable Commissioner of Environment, Katsina State

As Osun State advances its Climate Action Plan and further integrates circular economy models, the government remains committed to ensuring that climate action is not just a policy statement but a tangible reality. Governor Ademola Adeleke’s administration continues to prioritize environmental sustainability, renewable energy, and community-led solutions as key pillars of Osun’s development agenda.

Osun State is at the forefront of subnational climate governance in Nigeria, implementing policies and programs that drive sustainability, renewable energy transition, and climate resilience. Through strategic partnerships and innovation, Osun is fostering a green economy that benefits both the environment and its people.

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

Governor Adeleke Restates Commitment to Primary Health Care Upgrade

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OSOGBO- 18/03/2025 - Osunstate.gov.ng

Governor Ademola Adeleke today reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening primary health care delivery in Osun state because it serves the immediate need of the population at the grassroots level.

The Governor made this declaration while visiting some newly renovated primary health care centres at Telemu, Ola oluwa Local Government and Ido Osun, Egbedore local government, affirming that his option was determined by the closeness of the primary health care centers to the people.

Speaking at Telemu, the Governor said he was happy with the clean environment in and around the health centre and the prompt attention the people are receiving from medical personnel.

“I am glad that our people are now benefitting from the outcome of the upgrade and renovation of the health centres. I assure Osun people that we will not relent on the upgrade of our health facilities”, the governor noted.

The Governor who received rousing welcome from the leaders and people of Telemu and Olaoluwa local government also visited Ido Osun where the Olojudo of Ido Osun, Oba Olayinka Jokotola praised the good governance delivery of the Adeleke administration, adding “ Mr Governor, we praise your delivery of democratic dividends.

“Before you renovated this health centre, it was in shambles with running down facilities. Now it is rebranded with solar and water facilities. We appreciate you and your governance team. Our people of Ido Osun stand by you now and in the future”, the royal father stated.

Responding, Governor Adeleke said a new round of renovation and upgrading of primary health centres is to start soon as announced at a recent unveiling of N159 billion infra projects.

“Our strategy is to deepen health care access at the local level. We seek to keep our people healthy from the lowest level. When they have easy access, health questions can be addressed before it degenerates.

“We plan to address all levels of health services from primary to secondary and tertiary levels. We have recorded big marks from the primary health care level. We proceed to address the health sector holistically”, he told the Ido Osun people.

The Governor was accompanied by the Deputy Governor, Prince Kola Adewusi; the Secretary to the State Government, Hon Teslim Igbalaye and members of the State Executive Council.

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

Rev. Bunmi Jenyo assures ODA of more democracy dividends in Osun

The Honourable Commissioner for Commerce and Industry in Osun State, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo has assured the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Osun Development Association (ODA), Mr. Ajibola Oginni that more democracy dividends will be made available to the people during the administration of the Governor, Sen. Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke.

This was part of the discussion between the Commissioner and the chief Executive Officer, in his office when the latter paid him a courtesy visit on Friday.

Osun Development Association is a conglomerate of successful indegenes, who are passionate about the progress and development of Osun State.

Mr. Oginni who applauded the giant strides of the State Governor, Sen. Ademola Adeleke across all the sectors, emphasized that Osun State has never had it so well.

He charged the opposition parties in the State to bring about constructive criticisms rather than engaging the government with frivolities to slow down the accelerated pace of development.

He encouraged Governor Adeleke and his team to remain focused on the well articulated five-point agenda, which is already yielding transformational results in the State.

Earlier on, the Commissioner has congratulated Mr. Oginni for emerging the chief Executive Officer of the highly reputable ODA and prayed that he will steer the ship of the association to a remarkable and successful end.

Osun NLC Chairman Says Governor Adeleke is Upholding Workers' Welfare, Slams OWU as an APC Group

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Osun NLC Chairman Says Governor Adeleke is Upholding Workers' Welfare, Slams OWU as an APC Group

The Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in Osun State, Comrade (Dr.) Christopher Abimbola Arapasopo, has strongly condemned a recent report by a faceless group called the Osun Workers Union (OWU).

This was contained in a statement he personally signed today.

According to him, the report by OWU is delusional as well as misleading.

The NLC chairman dismissed OWU’s claims, alleging that the group is being sponsored by the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) to discredit Governor Senator (Dr.) Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke.

Arapasopo emphasized that Governor Adeleke has remained committed to his promises to both active workers and retirees in the state.

He stated that the government has consistently met its financial obligations and has not defaulted on salary payments or pension settlements.

“The Governor has been paying half-salary arrears monthly to workers who retired under the Contributory Pension Scheme and are yet to receive their bonds. He did this of his own volition to support these retirees,” the NLC chairman affirmed.

Additionally, he noted that Governor Adeleke has cleared all outstanding cooperative deductions owed by the previous APC administration, further demonstrating his commitment to the welfare of workers in the state.

Arapasopo described the OWU as an illegal, anti-labour, and anti-worker group, accusing them of attempting to undermine the governor’s achievements.

“These faceless individuals are simply bitter because Osun workers and retirees are now experiencing good governance under Governor Adeleke. Unlike during their tenure, which was marked by exploitation and suffering, workers now enjoy fair treatment and timely payments,” he said.

He urged workers and residents of Osun State to ignore the falsehoods peddled by OWU, predicting that similar propaganda will increase as the state approaches another election cycle.

“Osun State will not forget the dark days of their rule. As we move toward another election period, it is expected that more of such fabrications will surface. However, their desperation will not change the fact that workers and pensioners stand firmly with Governor Adeleke.”

The NLC chairman further advised Governor Adeleke not to be distracted by the false narratives being spread by the opposition, urging him to continue his worker-friendly policies.

“I appeal to Mr. Governor to remain steadfast in his dedication to workers, pensioners, and the general public. His administration’s policies have brought relief to many who suffered under the previous government. He should ignore these unscrupulous elements and stay focused on his developmental agenda.”

Arapasopo also reaffirmed the NLC’s unwavering support for Governor Adeleke, stating that as long as the governor continues to prioritize workers’ welfare, the labour force will continue to stand with him.

“Osun workers and pensioners are at home with this administration. We will not be swayed by baseless propaganda, and we remain committed to ensuring that the interests of our members are well protected.”

The NLC chairman concluded his statement with a call for unity among workers, reiterating that Osun cannot afford a return to the hardship experienced in the past.

Meanwhile, the spokesperson to Governor Adeleke, Mallam Olawale Rasheed had also in a statement said recent news release credited to a faceless labour group on state pension and salary payments to Osun workers should be ignored as the ranting of an anti-labour clique proxying for the opposition All Progressive Congress (APC).



Rasheed said the official organs of labour movement in Osun state are the Nigerian Labour Congress and the Trade Union Congress, the two bodies that have variously awarded medals of honour and appreciation to the Governor for his outstanding actions on welfare, pension payments and overall care for Osun workers.

In several statements, the NLC and the TUC have described Governor Adeleke as the best to ever happen to the labour movement in Osun state, a position deeply supported by Osun workers and pensioners.

The non-existing Osun Workers Union (OWU) is just a wing of the state All Progressive Congress, a party that is desperately battling to whitewash its terrible anti-labour records while in the leadership of Osun state.

The common refrain today among Osun workers is their readiness to resist any ploy to take them back to Egypt. They recount the refusal of the past government to pay their pensions and the half salary debt, stunted promotion policy, non-payment of promotion benefits, the bastardisation of the service, the relegation of public service in governance through external consultancy and the overall wickedness of previous governments to state workers.

Osun workers embraced the present administration for many reasons namely; the adoption of workers’ welfare as number one item on governance agenda, the payment of half salary debt which the APC refused to pay, the payment of almost N50 billion pension debt within two years compared to N45 billion for the 12 years of APC government, payment of promotion arrears, regular promotion of staff and overall delivery of good governance to the good people of Osun state among others.

The Spokesperson denied the fake news that N41 billion was allocated to the governor's office in the 2025 budget, asking that the APC and its proxy agents should get educated that more than 11 government agencies are under the office of the governor with their separate projects and programmes.

On the pension payment, the administration has within two years paid almost N50 billion in various pension debt while a new set of bonds for contributory pensioners will soon be released.

Aside from the pension debt already paid and the half salary being liquidated, the administration is set to release another multi billion naira worth of pension bond to contributory pensioners even as it judiciously spread state resources on all sectors for balanced growth and development.

The coordinator of contributory pensioners, Rasheed Ayinde has indeed come out to defend the administration's pension records, submitting that the Adeleke government has done commendably well in view of competing demands for attention from other sectors of the state economy.

The fake labour group actually misfired on its accusation on vehicle purchase, when in actual fact, its sponsor the APC and its officials, illegally carted away government vehicles when it was defeated in 2022, leaving the government paralyzed.

If the mass car theft of 2022 had not occurred, the present government would not have had cause to buy a few cars it purchased at extremely low cost to keep the wheel of government running.

We assured the state APC that no amount of fake budget data from faceless labour groups can change its evil records of anti-labour practices while in government.

"We must tell the state APC and its non-existing workers' union. You failed and maltreated workers when you were in charge. Osun workers are having the best of time under Governor Ademola Adeleke", the Governor's Spokesperson was quoted as saying.

OP-ED: OSUN POLITICS AND GOVERNANCE AFTER MULTIPLE STORMS

OP-ED: OSUN POLITICS AND GOVERNANCE AFTER MULTIPLE STORMS

BY OLAWALE RASHEED

Severe storms ravaged Osun political space in the last few weeks. Veteran and amateur followers of political practice have had various takes on whys and hows. The disruptions now extend to national politics, changing the dynamics of contentions from Osogbo to Abuja.

Several failed uprisings were recorded but the most significant was the local government coup against rule of law. As usual with all illegality, the hijack suffered from zero legal foundation, prompting top federal officials to review what was a political plot for a truly legal interpretation and application. It is not surprising therefore that the most potent of offensive against the present order in Osun state is fizzling out within the context of reality of legal and political realism.

Within a work in progress, the genesis and the rationale for the rupture presents an intriguing scenario. A former governor, Adegboyega Oyetola and his party, APC, launched a comeback bid with multiple strategies. Their approach is to weaken the present government, hijack local administration by relying on federal might, and thereafter use the local structures as a springboard for state capture. The opposition indeed has a tough plan inclusive of ejecting the present occupant of Abere through a state of emergency contraption.

The opposition has more sinister plots including infiltrating the labour movement, the pensioners' union and dollarizing the media within a bigger megaphone of fake news. As their agents are empowered to commit libel, defamation and character assassination, ruling party operatives are to be hunted with security forces if they retaliate by exposing the skeleton in the opposition's cupboard.

To actualize all these take over plots, a huge war chest is to be amassed and deployed. Poverty is to be weaponized and religious groups are to be "pounded". Every breach of the law committed in pursuance of these anti-democratic agenda is to be excused as the opposition has no scruple to transform federal institutions into partisan bodies.

The state APC actually believe the strategic document to take over Osun even before 2026 is all foolproof. Thus, its operatives were carelessly and illogically loud about the inevitability of darkness overcoming light.

When fully studied, the opposition rule book has major loopholes. Its first major flaw was premising operational success on the destruction of the democratic order. In simple terms, the opposition success tools include hijacking the security services to do illegal bidding, diluting the judiciary to abandon rule of law, using brute force to detain and harrass state government officials, destroying democratic morality by weaponizing poverty and shattering all known ethos of Omoluabi.

The above approach carries with it repulsive consequences as democracy is rule based and once the rule is destroyed, the first victim is likely to be those who crushed the lawful order. They lost the democratic appellation and they are thus treated as little tyrants. The world of democracy rises against them and the outcome is the failure of such fascist uprising.

But more specifically, the Osun APC rule book is deficient for other reasons. The strategy could not change its antecedents, its records of governance and recorded and documented tales of bad governance while at the helm of affairs in the state. The opposition ignores the people who still vividly remember the dark days and who tremble at the state hijack agenda. Except the opposition plans genocide against Osun people, capturing the state under whatever guise is dead on arrival. Its rating among the people remains as low as ever especially after the barefaced invasion of local government secretariats across the state.

Even if the APC publicly apologized for bad governance of the past, the dent will still stick. Worst still, the APC has persisted in errors, still adding insult to injury by glorifying the evil days of the pre-Adeleke era in Osun state. The people know and feel the undeniable incorrigibility of those failed men of yesterday.

There is another reason why the rule book failed so miserably. The incumbent out of divine grace has surpassed the four year governance records of his predecessor within two years in office. Anytime the opposition disputed Governor Adeleke's performance, they should be questioned why even federal agencies have honoured him so variously as agent of good governance? Or has the Governor bribed the Federal Government?

As of today, the Governor has received close to 100 unsolicited good governance awards from top rated newspaper houses, civil society organisations and international bodies. Recently the Bill Gate foundation-led primary health challenge competition saw Osun coming first in the South West with a $500,000 prize. Governor Adeleke's commendable performance which Osun people daily applauded is repeatedly validated by various outside bodies.

A performing government backed by the people cannot crash simply because of bitterness over the loss of 2022. If the Osun APC cares to know, Governor Adeleke was not in the same position former Governor Oyetola was in 2022. In popularity rating, both men are poles apart. Adeleke's popularity rating today is over 75 percent. Can the same be said of Mr Oyetola in 2022? Adeleke's job performance rating today is over 85 percent. Can we in all sincerity say the same of the respected Marine Minister?

Extrapolating from the above, the success of a rule book against an incumbent depends on several factors. For the PDP in 2022, our rule book was almost foolproof and backed by deep discontentment of the public against the government of Mr Oyetola. Today, Asiwaju Adeleke has the overwhelming backing of the people. The dancing /performing Governor owns the streets of Osun. Hence, the opposition's dethronement scheme is a failure on arrival.

Let's consider the national scenarios. The political permutation at the national level is changing rapidly. I remember 2013 to 2015 as a Special Assistant to a minister under former President Goodluck Jonathan. The anti-Jonathan plot started with unbelievability and deniability. Fast forward, we have entered a new era of power struggle.

I read a piece in Tribune recently about "Osun Enemies within the Presidency". There was another material sponsored by Osun APC alleging that some Presidency officials are supporting Governor Adeleke and even planning an APC ticket for him in 2026. Also, there was an Osun PDP attack on Umar Ganduje accusing him of being an SDP agent, colluding with shadowy groups against the President in the North while promoting conflict in the South West.

In all of these, one thing is clear-a national political war is afoot. Everybody is consolidating his homebase. Any rule book premised on federal might to set Osun state ablaze for state capture is operationally impotent and consigned to failure. No smart general will mash troops on his homestead at a time rocket launchers are raining on his camp from outside. Even an amateur war commander is aware that a secured operational base is key to any successful military campaign.

As the national political space is heated up, those amateur strategists within Osun APC will realise the futility of a fascist uprising to capture state power. Unless a miracle occurs that can suddenly erase APC's evil records in Osun governance, continuity of Imole will remain a reality, now and in the future.

● Olawale Rasheed is the Spokesperson / Special Adviser to Governor Ademola Adeleke.

Industrialization: Onome Signature sets to establish ventures in Osun State

Consequent upon the industrialization agenda of the administration of Governor Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, Onome Signature has concluded plans to establish a lether-work and fabrics ventures in Osun State.

This was disclosed by the Honourable Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo, after a meeting with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the organization, Chief Onome Ogo-Ovwigho in his office on Thursday.

The Commissioner who expressed delight over the company's interest in Osun State, promised the current administration will create an enabling environment and support for their business interests to succeed.

Onome Signature, birthed in 2013, is a Nigerian owned manufacturing company that focuses on production of high quality school shoes, industrial safety shoes for construction/oil companies, combat/jungle boots, and service shoes for military/paramilitary institutions as well as production of varieties of fashion shoes for the society.

It is into production of all kinds of footwear, bags, clothing and crafts.

The company is also into skill acquisition programmes designed to empower the people, impact knowledge and make people to become self-reliant. The company with the Brazil office at Rua Mancel Ventura, 18 - Casa 05, Paciencia - Rio de Janeiro. CEP - 23585-667 and Liaison office at Unit 2322 Citilife, towers building, 477 Smith Street Durban 4000, South Africa is located at 167 Ikorodu road, Onipanu Lagos State in Nigeria.

According to the CEO, Onome Signature's products are top-notch, made from leather and fabrics of high quality that can stand the test of time.

"Onome Signature recently partnered with a company in South Africa to handle their leather works factory in training and production. We have bilateral relations with the Kwazulu-Natal Kingdom in South Africa headed by King Misuzulu in terms of Community development. We also handled facilitation of lectures for intending pensioners from the National Judicial Council, Abuja".

"We have collaborated with various countries through their embassies to carry out training and capacity building programmes, workshop development etc, some of which are: Brazil Consulate, Switzerland Consulate, Denmark Consulate, Italy Consulate and a host of other jobs, both within and outside Nigeria", she said.

Over 42,000 pupils, students receives free corrective glasses in Osun - Governor Adeleke

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OSOGBO - 12/05/2025 - Osunstate.gov.ng

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has said no fewer than forty-two thousand (42,000) pupils and Students of both Public Primary and Secondary Schools have received corrective eyeglasses free of charge so as to aid them in achieving their goals and aspirations which could have been cut short due to eye problems of various degrees.

Governor Adeleke made this known in Osogbo, the State Capital, during the symbolic presentation of corrective glasses and drugs to pupils and students in public primary and secondary Schools together with the distribution of free medical equipment to OHIS Accredited Government Hospitals in the State.

He explained that out of 345,000 pupils and Students screened for eye problems across the State, over 42,000 of those identified with visual impairments have been given necessary interventions, including corrective eyeglasses, essential medications, and, where required, surgical procedures.

The Governor stressed that his administration is just starting the intervention with public schools as a pilot phase, assuring that the good gesture will soon be extended to private schools to see that no child is left behind.

In the same vain, Governor Adeleke at the two-in-one event unveiled multi-million naira worth of medical equipment acquired through the Osun Health Insurance Agency (OSHIA) for accredited government health facilities under the Osun Health Insurance Scheme (OHIS), adding that the investment is aimed at ensuring that all enrollees receive the highest standard of medical care.

He spoke further, "Our administration remains resolute in revitalising the Health sector. In fulfilment of our promises, we have fully approved the training allowance for resident doctors and implemented the full COMMESS and CONHESS salary structures for health workers, ensuring they receive their entitlements promptly. We have also embarked on a massive renovation and upgrading of healthcare facilities across the state.

"In just two years, 200 out of the 332 focal Primary Health Centres have been modernized, and the remaining ones will soon follow. In furtherance to these efforts, our government has enrolled over 25,000 pensioners into the Osun Health Insurance Scheme free of charge, ensuring that our senior citizens receive quality healthcare.

"In the spirit of inclusivity, we have enrolled about 10,000 persons living with disabilities (PWDs) into OHIS and provided thousands of assistive devices, including wheelchairs (some motorised), walking sticks, crutches, hearing aids, talking watches, ultraviolet creams, umbrellas, and eyeglasses. Our administration", he stated.

The State helmsman however praised all stakeholders, Osun Health Insurance Agency (OSHIA) and the Osun State Ministry of Education for their collaborative efforts in ensuring the success of the Programme.

Signed: Mallam Olawale Rasheed Spokesperson to the State Governor

Your Best Governor Award for Health Sector is Well Deserved - Telegraph Management

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● We Are Set for More Good Governance Delivery - Governor Adeleke

OSOGBO - 09/03/2025 - Osunstate.gov.ng

The management of Telegraph Newspapers led by its Managing Director, Ayodele Aminu today presented award of the best Governor in the health sector to Governor Ademola Adeleke for his rehabilitation and upgrading of over 200 primary health care centres (PHCs), Imole Medical Outreach among other good governance deliveries.

Presenting the award to the Governor, Mr Aminu said the good performance of Governor Adeleke is widely known to the public at home and abroad, a factor he said warranted the award particularly for the health sector.

According to the media chief, “we watch with interest your passion for good governance. We note the rehabilitation of over 200 primary health care centres. Thousands have also benefited from your Imole Medical Outreach.

“Your good work was noticed nationally and internationally, hence you were rated the best Governor in the South West for attention and positive delivery on primary health care. That award earned your state 500,000 US dollars.

“For us at Telegraph, we note that you deliver where your predecessor did not. In our selection process, we were unanimous to confer this award on you to further encourage you to deliver more for the collective good of Osun people”, the Managing Director posited.

Responding, Governor Adeleke expressed appreciation for the award, describing it as “an incentive for me and my team to do more not just within the health sector but across critical areas of the state economy.

“When we came on board, we met the primary health care centres in a terrible state. As PHCs is the first point of medicare for our population, we resolved to upgrade and rehabilitate the primary health centres. We have upgraded over 200 already with solar power and water supply alongside rehabilitation of the structures.

“We are commencing phase two of the rehabilitation and upgrading alongside our move to the secondary health centers. As you have recognized us, the Bill Gates Health Challenge competition also rated Osun as the best in the South West on Primary Health Care.

“As you noted, we were awarded a 500,000 dollar prize. We are ploughing back the money to the PHCs to complete the process of upgrading and secure the lives of our people at the grassroots. So this award strengthens our resolve to push ahead with serving the people at all cost”, the Governor told the Telegraph management team.

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

Rev. Bunmi Jenyo Storms Hometown with Goodwill and Development

The Osun State Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo has paid homage to the Orangun-In-Council led by the Orangun of Ila-Orangun, HRM Oba Abdulwahab Kayode Oyedotun as he brought goodwill, development and democracy dividends of his Principal, Governor Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, to the people.

The Commissioner who used the opportunity to sensitize the Ila people to cooperate with the road workers, prepared them towards encouraging those who will be working, in the period of their stay, for efficient service delivery and hitch-free construction.

Indeed, history will, for a very long time, continue to refer to Friday 7th March, 2025. A day the illustrious son of the soil, from Agbarajamo's compound of the ancient town, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo, brought a good tidings of the rehabilitation and dualization of the major road in Ila-Orangun, by the people's Governor, Sen. Ademola Adeleke.

In Rev. Jenyo's all-inclusive meeting with the elders, held at the palace of the Orangun of Ila-Orangun, it was disclosed that the Osun State Governor will soon flag off the dualization of the major road of the ancient town.

No doubt, the current administration's dedication to service to humanity, commitment to the people's welfare and the fulfilment of the electoral promises was laid bare before the Orangun-In-Council and the generality of the dwellers of the Ila-Orangun community.

According to the Commissioner, the State Governor has promised to kickstart the road construction and rehabilitation in the next few weeks.

Apart from the above, Rev. Jenyo also asserted that the ever-dynamic administration of Governor Adeleke has promised that both local and international investors are coming to Ila-Orangun for the benefits of the people of Ila Local Government and its environment.

Responding on behalf of the town, the Ejemu of lla Orangun, Chief (Engr) Paul Ogunrinade who applauded Rev. Jenyo's giant strides for his hometown at all times, appreciated Governor Adeleke for remembering the ancient town in his transformation agenda.

According to Chief Ogunrinade, "Rev. Bunmi Jenyo here sitted today has been doing great work for his community. This is just another one out of many. In fact, he has done well for Ila-Orangun indegenes, both at home and in the diaspora, both presently and in the past".

While responding, the Orangun of Ila-Orangun, HRM Oba Abdulwahab Kayode Oyedotun who appreciated the Governor noted that the history will be kind to Rev. Jenyo for his positive impact and contributions towards the growth and development of his fatherland.

"This is a momentous day for Ila-Orangun as we honor an icon of modern democracy and the agent of development. Your invaluable contributions to both the democracy and the advancement of Ila Local Government will never be forgotten by our generation and generations to come", the Orangun stated.

"We pledge our unwavering support and cooperation to the government of Governor Ademola Adeleke especially in his efforts to promote good governance, economic growth, and infrastructural development, as well as improving the living standards of our citizens", he said.

"It is on record that Ila-Orangun voted massively for Governor Ademola Adeleke in 2022, and the forthcoming 2026 will not be an exception. Our people shall vote in larger proportion for the Governor's second term in office. One good term deserves another", Oba Oyedotun said.

Signed: Rev. Bunmi Jenyo Media Team 07/03/2025.

Alternative Bank to partner with Osun government in investments, wealth creation

The Alternative Bank Limited will soon begin investment initiatives in partnership with the Osun State government to foster economic development, investment opportunities and wealth creation.

This was disclosed in Osogbo on Wednesday during a meeting of the Bank and the management team of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, led by the Honourable Commissioner, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo.

The Alternative Bank Limited's team led by the Regional Head (South West), Mrs Funmi Aberuagba also affirmed that it is prepared to contribute to the transformation agenda of the administration of Governor Ademola Adeleke.

The Bank is to partner with the State government and its institutions to realize their lofty ideas and policies that are directly targeted at the uplift of the citizens of Osun State.

The partnership which is expected to be on the basis of Public Private Partnership (PPP) seeks the enabling environment, ease of doing business and robust security from the State government.

The Alternative Bank Limited with branches in Kano, Kaduna etc in the Northern Nigeria is determined to assist government institutions, agencies and organizations to thrive in their investment endeavours.

The bank also identified areas of investment interest, such as, but not limited to Agriculture, Renewable Energy, Waste Management, Education, Health and State digitization.

Recall that the Alternative Bank Plc has earlier stated that "by nature of our mandate, we invest in projects and run them for profit with our stakeholders. We have identified such opportunities in Osun State and will appreciate being part of the State's transformational agenda".

While responding, the Commissioner who said the current administration is running an open-door policy noted that the government does not have business in doing business.

He however assured the team that the State government will create a conducive atmosphere for their intentions to materialize, in the interest of the citizens of Osun State.

REV. BUNMI JENYO CELEBRATES DR. DEJI ADELEKE ON HIS BIRTHDAY

The Honourable Commissioner for Commerce and Industry in Osun State, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo has celebrated the Billionaire brother of the Governor, Dr. Adedeji Tajudeen Adeleke on the occasion of his birthday anniversary.

This was contained in a statement by the Commissioner and which was made available to newsmen in his office on Thursday.

Rev. Jenyo applauded Dr. Adeleke for standing tall as a father, indefatigable leader and an exemplary role-model. More importantly, he celebrated him for his resilient support for the good people of Osun State, Nigeria and humanity in general.

"It is a special day when GOD's special gift was delivered into the universe. The day Dr. Deji Adeleke, as popularly known and called, was born to the planet", Jenyo said.

According to the Commissioner, "it is crystal clear that your achievements are in volumes and your relentless kindness to our people, in every sense of the word, remains unquantifiable".

The Commissioner prayed that the Almighty GOD will grant Dr. Adedeji Tajudeen Adeleke longevity of life in sound health and mind, towards a better society in Osun State.

Signed: Rev. Bunmi Jenyo, Honourable Commissioner, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Osun State. 6th March, 2025.