Governor Adeleke’s Presence at a Wedding Is Not a Crime — It’s a Reflection of True Leadership

By Comrade Samakin Abdul-Jeleel Abiodun

In a functioning democracy like ours, leadership is not only measured by policy execution and infrastructure projects but also by human connection, empathy, and presence with the people; regardless of class, background, or profession.

Governor Ademola Adeleke, the Executive Governor of Osun State, embodies these values. His recent attendance at the wedding ceremony of Priscilla, the daughter of renowned Yoruba actress and filmmaker Iyabo Ojo, was in response to a personal invitation and a reflection of his open-hearted, people-centered approach to governance.

However, some opposition elements, clearly uncomfortable with the Governor’s rising popularity and performance, have taken to peddling needless criticism over this simple act of social grace. Their argument was that a sitting governor should not "have the time" to attend such a gathering. This, unfortunately, exposes their shallow understanding of leadership in a democratic society. Public service does not mean isolation from the people; it means being among them, celebrating with them, grieving with them, and standing by them. That is exactly what Governor Adeleke does.

Governor Adeleke is a leader who loves his people and they love him back. His personality is warm, jovial, and relatable. He is known across Nigeria not only for his administrative impact but also for his cheerful and compassionate nature. His attendance at such social events should not only be seen as proper, but celebrated, because it strengthens community ties, projects Osun State positively, and reminds citizens that their leader is one of them.

Let us not forget that while the Governor graced the event, he continues to deliver on his mandate without pause. In just two years, Governor Adeleke has completed over 200 kilometers of roads across Osun’s local governments. He is constructing three historic flyovers simultaneously in Osogbo, Ilesa, and Ile-Ife; the first of such development in the state's history. His 2025 Infrastructure Plan includes the completion of major highways like the Osogbo–Iwo–Oyo boundary road and the Osogbo–Ikirun–Inisha–Kwara boundary road, among others.

On the welfare front, he has implemented the new minimum wage, cleared large portions of the salary arrears owed by the previous administration, and rolled out free healthcare for pensioners under the Osun Health Insurance Scheme; a landmark initiative that has saved lives and brought dignity to retirees. His administration has empowered youth, promoted digital innovation, and restored trust in governance.

So why are these critics not talking about these achievements? The answer is simple: they are lazy politicians. Rather than acknowledge the visible progress under Governor Adeleke’s leadership, they resort to cheap blackmail and empty noise, hoping to distract the public from the truth, that Governor Adeleke is one of the best-performing governors in Nigeria today.

Leadership is not just about occupying a position; it is about touching lives. Governor Adeleke touches lives every day; through policy, projects, and personal presence. His ability to connect with the grassroots while driving development makes him stand out on the national stage. That is why in Osun we love him, and why his name continues to resonate far beyond the borders of Osun. Critics should focus on their responsibilities, if they have any, instead of trying to make an issue out of a joyful moment. Governor Adeleke remains committed to serving the people of Osun with passion, energy, and sincerity and no amount of baseless attacks will change that.

Governor Adeleke bemoans APC's Yes/No Chairmen, assures Osun people that illegal levy collectors risk detention

Governor Adeleke bemoans APC's Yes/No Chairmen, assures Osun people that illegal levy collectors risk detention

Governor Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke has bemoaned the self-acclaimed Yes/No Chairmen, who are members of the All Progressives Congress (APC), behind illegal levy collection in some of the markets in Osun State.

The Governor, represented by his Deputy, Prince Kola Adewusi during an interactive meeting with leaders of market men and women, held at the Bola Governor's office on Tuesday, stated that those behind the dubious act will soon be made to face the wrath of the law.

Prince Adewusi who described the act as a corruption charged the market people across the State to remain vigilant against the antics of the hungry opposition.

While speaking, the Chairman of Osun Internal Revenue Service (OIRS) Hon. Hazmat Solanke who explained that only the approved revenue board can collect taxes, urged market leaders to turn fake tax collectors down peacefully and report them to the law enforcement agents.

In his remarks, the Honourable Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo who affirmed that the government never approved illegal levy in markets, also stated that the opposition APC has failed in its many attempts to hoodwink the people of Osun State.

According to the Commissioner, "the opposition APC has failed woefully in misleading the masses. They later instigated students against the government but all in vain".

"On the issue of illegal market levy collection by the court-sacked Yes/No Chairmen, they have failed again, and they will continue to fail", he said.

The Commissioner also noted how the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) declined to open an account for the Yes/No Chairmen.

Earlier in her welcome address, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Market Affairs, Chief (Mrs.) Grace Eniola Omotoso, disclosed that the Adeleke-led government is not collecting levies or unsubstantiated taxes from the members of the public.

According to her, the traders must not cooperate with unapproved revenue collectors. “I have asked those collecting the levies, where are they remitting the money? Anybody who comes to the market to issue a ticket to you, chase him/her out of the market".

"The Osun State government has made it abundantly clear that no ticket should be issued to traders in our market for now and no one is expected to come to you to ask you for money", she said.

The meeting was well attended by the adequate representation of the Iyalojas led by Chief Mrs Mary Oyebode, the Babalojas and members of Egbe Olowo across all the nooks and crannies of Osun State.

Governor Adeleke Receives Accolades Over Cracks Down on Illegal Revenue Collection in Osun Markets

Kudos to the Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, for taking a bold stand against illegal revenue collectors! This move is a significant step towards curbing tax extortion and forgery, which have been major concerns for market operators in the state.

By instructing market leaders to report any illegal revenue collection activities to the police, Governor Adeleke is demonstrating his commitment to ensuring that markets in the state operate legally and without undue harassment. His directive to the police commissioner to investigate and prosecute those involved in forging council documents and collecting dubious revenue is also a welcome move.

As Gbenga Ajayi, SSA CSDA, I commend Governor Adeleke's efforts to promote transparency and accountability in revenue collection. His leadership is a shining example of how governance can be used to protect the interests of citizens and promote economic growth. Keep up the good work, Governor Adeleke!

2025 One Service, One Medal Games Kick Off April 24 in Abuja

The 2025 edition of the One Service, One Medal Games is set to officially kick off on Thursday, April 24, 2025 in Abuja, bringing together athletes from various security and paramilitary agencies across the country in a celebration of unity, discipline, and athletic excellence.

The Games, which run from April 23 to 29, will be hosted at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium and other key sporting venues in the Federal Capital Territory.

Events will span across Package A and B of the stadium, Jabi Lake, Old Parade Ground, Nigeria Air Force Base, and the FIFA Goal Project.

Fifteen sports have been scheduled for this year’s competition, including athletics, badminton, beach volleyball, boxing, football, golf, handball, karate, shooting, squash, swimming, table tennis, taekwondo, tennis, and tug of war.

The grand closing ceremony will take place at the main bowl of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium on Tuesday, April 29.

The event will not only deliver thrilling competition but also foster camaraderie among the nation’s Armed Forces and paramilitary services.

Signed:
Kehinde Ajayi (Mrs) FCAI, ANIPR Director (Information and PR) April 14 2025

BREAKING NEWS CBN Bursts Court - Sacked Chairmen, Insists on Due Process over LG Accounts

BREAKING NEWS

CBN Bursts Court - Sacked Chairmen, Insists on Due Process over LG Accounts

●Questions whereabout of much, non-existing Reinstatement Order

● As commercial Banks Rebuff Attempts to Freeze LG Accounts

Attempts by the court-sacked Yes/No Chairmen to hoodwink the Central Bank of Nigeria to open council accounts and get the apex bank to lodge council funds has failed.

Further push by the impostors across the council secretariats to freeze local government accounts in some commercial banks and open new ones was rebuffed by the banks who questioned on whose authority such operation had been carried out.

The sacked chairmen had clandestinely written to the apex bank requesting to open bank accounts to deposit Osun local government allocations.

The illegal occupants of the Secretariats cited an alleged Court of Appeal judgment which they claimed had reinstated them as a basis for the account opening requests.

As though afraid that the CBN may burst its lies and misinformation, the sacked chairmen failed to include a copy of the Court order which allegedly reinstated them.

Rather, the opposition hatchetman only included an enrolled court order without referring to the actual Federal High Court judgement which indeed sacked the council impostors.

They indirectly admitted before the CBN that the judgment sacking them really exists and they did not present any evidence that the judgement has been vacated.

Additionally, the sacked henchmen did not attach the full Court of Appeal judgment which they claimed had reinstated them as council chairmen

Unknown to them, the Apex Bank has even more details on development in Osun including copies of all the judgments and ongoing cases with respect to the local government leadership.

The top bank then responded to the letter from the impostors, asking where the court order was and why it was not attached.

The sacked chairmen have since not responded to the CBN request because they have no court order to present.

RE: OSUN 2026: THE SCARCITY OF TRUTH IN A NATURE FULL OF LIES"

RE: OSUN 2026: THE SCARCITY OF TRUTH IN A NATURE FULL OF LIES"

By James Bamgbose

It is important to swiftly and firmly address the misconception of one Abdullahi Tadese, in his opinion article titled “Osun 2026: The Scarcity of Truth in a Nature Full of Lies”. In that piece, Tadese displayed an unfortunate detachment from political reality and exposed himself as someone trapped in a delusive world of his own creation.

To boldly assert that a Governor elected by over 400,000 Osun indigenes and residents "danced his way to power" is not only dumbfounding, it is a disrespectful insult to the good people of Osun State who, despite 12 years of APC’s oppressive misrule, found hope and renewed strength in the candidacy of Senator Ademola Adeleke. This shameful statement trivializes the sweat, effort, and resilience of citizens who chose progress over propaganda.

Let it be made clear, no one "dances" his way into power, especially political power. Political power, in a democratic setting, is earned through vision, connection with the people, consistency in character, and a track record of humanity. If Tadese had ever contested a serious election, he would understand the rigour of grassroots politicking, the sleepless nights, and the genuine concern for people that it takes to win the hearts of voters

Governor Ademola Adeleke is not just a leader. He is a phenomenon whose emergence broke the chains of political elitism in Osun. In less than three years, his administration has outperformed every predecessor in the history of Osun State when it comes to delivering on campaign promises, ensuring inclusive governance, driving economic growth, and stabilizing security.

When Governor Adeleke assumed office in 2022, he inherited a state in tatters, Civil servants were in despair, demoralized by 12 years of mistreatment; Pensioners were dying in silence, abandoned by an APC government that looted their future; Primary healthcare centres (PHCs) were comatose—funds meant for revitalization had been siphoned without a trace; Osun’s infrastructural landscape was littered with abandoned projects.

But look at Osun today. In under three years, a breath of fresh air has swept through the land. The governor has executed projects across the 30 local governments and area council and ensures the state’s economy benefits directly through local content engagement. Youths are being employed, local artisans are thriving, and businesses are booming again as a result of its homegrown infrastructure policy.

What Abdullahi Tadese conveniently ignores is the true meaning of economic growth and governance. Perhaps he needs a crash course on how engaging local hands in public projects stimulates the economy. Unlike the APC era where Osun resources were outsourced to cronies in Lagos, Governor Adeleke is building Osun for Osun by Osun.

And then there’s Tadese's hypocrisy, while he attempts to belittle Governor Adeleke's legitimate electoral triumph, he is quietly lobbying his party to microzone the APC ticket to favour his preferred candidate, clearly aware that without manipulation, they stand no chance. If dancing is all it takes, then he might as well ask his own anointed aspirant to hit the dance floor. Let’s see how far that gets him.

The truth is glaring, no APC candidate from the West, Central, or East can stand against Governor Ademola Adeleke in a free and fair election. Osun people have spoken in 2022, and their message is clear. They will stand by their message in 2026 and reject cruelty, deception, and rudderless governance of the APC again. They are not going back.

So, to Abdullahi Tadese, a word of advice, snap out of your hallucinations. The people now own their democracy. Imole is working. Osun is moving forward—and nothing, not even the lies of a frustrated opposition mouthpiece, can stop the light.

• James Bamgbose writes from Ward 4, Igbajo, Boluwaduro Local Government, Osun State. He can be reached via bamgbosejames9@gmail.com

Governor Adeleke Directs Police Commissioner to Stop Tax Extortion & Forgery by Yes/No Council Chairmen

NEWS RELEASE

OSOGBO - 13/04/2024 - Osunstate.gov.ng

Governor Ademola Adeleke has directed the Osun state Commissioner of Police to stop ongoing imposition of illegal taxes on market operators and forgery of council documents by some court-sacked Yes/No council chairmen, describing the development as inimical to sustenance of law and order at the grassroots.

The governor further instructed the police Commissioner to invite the affected council chairmen for questioning for falsifying council documents, collecting dubious revenue through illegal documents and for imposing and collecting illegal revenue from market operators.

The Governor citing various reports of such illegality especially from Boripe local government, said such activities not only breached clear provisions of the law but also constitute an affront on the judiciary to which the APC has filed an appeal over the sacking of its Yes/No chairmen.

The Governor in his directive to the Commissioner cited Boripe Local Government where the court-sacked chairman inaugurated a revenue taskforce which forged and printed out some council documents purportedly for internally generated revenue (IGR).

The governor noted that the same illegal taskforce officials have began issuing the fake documents like local government Identification letters, market revenue receipts etc. to the members of the public, directing the police commissioner to intervene before any breakdown of law and order.

Governor Adeleke has further directed his Special Adviser on Security to liaise with the police Commissioner for the implementation of the directive as he expressed shock at the brazen imposition of hardship and pains on the people through illegal revenue and tax collections.

“Is this the reason for illegal occupation of local government secretariats? Is this all about extorting the people and imposing pains and suffering on them? This should stop forthwith.

“We alert the public to this new round of illegality on a subjudiced matter. I have directed the police authorities accordingly. Forging council documents and collecting revenue illegally are punishable offences before the law. Any person caught in such act will face the full wrath of the law”, the Governor was quoted as saying in the statement

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

CONGRATULATORY MESSAGE TO Aux. Amb. Cmdr. Adegboyega Samuel O.

FROM:
Directorate Of Media,
Osun State Headquarters,
Nigeria Cadet Network.

CONGRATULATORY MESSAGE TO Aux. Amb. Cmdr. Adegboyega Samuel O.

On behalf of the entire Directorate of Media, Osun State Headquarters, we are delighted to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Auxiliary Ambassador Cmdr. Adegboyega Samuel O., our distinguished National Media and Publicity Officer/State Commander of the Nigeria Cadet Network, Osun State Command, on the monumental occasion of his marriage.

This special moment marks the beginning of a new and beautiful journey. It is a union not only of two individuals but of two hearts committed to growing together in love, respect, and companionship. We are incredibly proud of your leadership, dedication, and the outstanding role you have played within the Nigeria Cadet Network, not only at the state level but also in the broader national scope. Your efforts and contributions to the cadet movement have been commendable, and it is no surprise that your strength and character have been recognized in this new chapter of your life.

Marriage is a bond that brings together two souls with the shared goal of creating a future of mutual happiness, understanding, and partnership. We believe that this new journey will bring you and your wife immeasurable joy and fulfillment. May you continue to build a home grounded in love, patience, and the values that you have so beautifully demonstrated in your service to the Nigeria Cadet Network.

As you begin this new chapter, we pray that your union is blessed with peace, prosperity, and unwavering love. May the days ahead be filled with the happiness that comes from understanding, and the strength to overcome any challenges that life may present. We know that the love and support you share will only grow stronger with time, and that together, you will continue to inspire those around you, just as you have inspired many of us within the cadet family.

Your leadership and commitment to the values of the Nigeria Cadet Network have always been a beacon for many, and we are confident that the same dedication and passion will reflect in your new role as a partner in marriage. As you embark on this wonderful journey, we, your colleagues, friends, and fellow cadets, offer our deepest congratulations and best wishes.

We wish you and your beautiful wife a lifetime of happiness, success, and God's abundant blessings. May your marriage be as enduring and inspiring as the legacy you have already begun to build.

Happy Married Life, Sir!

Best Regards,
Cdt. Adeboye Igbinyemi
Directorate of Media,
Nigeria Cadet Network,
Osun State Command HQs.

Osun APC in Identity Crisis, Scared of Governor Adeleke's Local and National Acceptability

NEWS RELEASE

Osun APC in Identity Crisis, Scared of Governor Adeleke's Local and National Acceptability

OSOGBO - 10/04/2025 - Osunstate.gov.ng

The recent attacks and vituperations by Osun All Progressives Congress (APC) against Governor Ademola Adeleke are confirmation of opposition's identify crisis, its weakness within the Presidency and frustrations about increasing breakthroughs of the Adeleke administration.

"The Osun APC is busy complaining about a successful meeting with UK Prime Minister’s trade envoy, a meeting with concrete outcomes that the trade envoy hailed as a major breakthrough. The APC is shocked that such productive investment meeting happened right inside the House of Commons.

"The opposition is by now scrambling on what to say to another breakthrough recorded by Mr Governor - the deal on cultural tourism partnership at the British Musuem and the linkage between UK and Osun business through the Nigeria-UK Chamber of Commerce. The public awaits the lies and misinformation from Osun APC

"The opposition is confused about groundswell of support for Governor Adeleke across party lines and across local and national audience. The public at home and abroad are impressed by the huge delivery of the administration across sectors. Interestingly, the appraisal of performance is coming from federal and non-governmental bodies.

"The shock of national and local endorsements create identifty crisis for Osun APC as its lost credibility from the Presidency to key national caucus. The opposition is therefore running amock, ranting over billboards from non-governmental groups, displaying ignorance over investment drive and wandering over reality of its unelectability", the statement posited.

"The imminent re-election of Governor Adeleke will be the outcome of unwavering people's support, evidence-based performance in office, eternal vigilance of people to protect their votes and the divine grace of God. A Governor who has done so much for his people and who enjoys so much goodwill among national leaders is unbothered by the rantings of an unelectable opposition.

"Mr Governor assures the good people of Osun state that good governance delivery is unstoppable and he has the backing of men and women of goodwill across party lines, at home, at national level and in the diaspora", the statement concluded.

Signed: Mallam Olawale Rasheed, Spokesperson to the State Governor

2026 RACE: OSUN WEST PDP ENDORSES GOVERNOR ADELEKE FOR SECOND TERM

PRESS STATEMENT
09/04/2025

2026 RACE: OSUN WEST PDP ENDORSES GOVERNOR ADELEKE FOR SECOND TERM

A gathering of party executives, leaders and elders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun West senatorial district today endorsed Governor Ademola Adeleke as the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the 2026 governorship election.

At the Osun West zonal meeting hosted by the Senator representing Osun West, Akogun Lere Oyewumi, the party leaders reviewed the performance of the Governor and concluded that he has represented the party exceptionally well and made the party and the state proud in term of governance delivery, declaring that Governor Adeleke more than deserves to flag the banner of the party for the 2026 race.

At the senatorial meeting, the Chairman of the party for Iwo local government, Hon Alidu Adeoye moved the motion for the endorsement of Governor Adeleke for the governorship ticket ahead of the 2026 election on behalf of local government elected officials of the party.

In his grand motion justifying the endorsement for second term, Adeoye recalled the many landmark achievements of Mr Governor within a space of two years and concluded that as a performing sitting Governor, the governor ticket should be automatic for the incumbent.

The motion seconded by Ebenzer Bolarinwa esq, a former stste legal adviser was co- seconded by all the groups present namely Hon Sunday Oroniyi for commissioners; Hon Odelade for special advisers; Mrs Atinuke Oyawoye for women groups; former Secretary to the State Government , Alhaji Fatai Akinbade for the elders;and Hon Mudashiru Lukman for the House of Representatives members.

Accepting the nomination and the endorsement on behalf of Governor Adeleke, the Chief of Staff to the Governor, Hon Kazeem Akinleye thanked the party elders and the executives for the endorsement a d the confidence reposed in Mr Governor to stand as the party's candidate for the 2026 poll.

Hon Akinleye plegded the sustained support of the governor for good governance and the five point agenda, all within the framework of the PDP manifestoes, assuring party members that the Governor will deliver more than his first tenure when re-elected in 2026.

“Mr Governor is elated by this endorsement and he humbly accepts it as a furrher call for him to serve the good people of Osun state. The Governor will build on his present successes to provide good leadership for Osun state till 2030”, the Chief of Staff posited.

Speaking at the meeting, the host, Senator Akogun Lere Oyewumi said the Governor is a symbol of performance and good governance, declaring that Senator Adeleke represents the good and the best for Osun state from now till 2030.

“This endorsement is a confirmation of the popularity, acceptance and support of Mr Governor from his home zone of Osun West. We thank Osun people for supporting our Governor in 2022. We are here telling the state that we are re-presenting our son, our leader, Ademola Adeleke for second term in July 2026”, the senator declared.

Also speaking, the representative of the elders, Alhaji Akinbade said Governor Adeleke has discharged his responsibilities maturely, responsibly and rewardingly for the people of Osun state in last two years plus and therefore deserved a second term opportunity.

According to Akinbade, Governor Adeleke has rebranded and popularized the PDP as a party of achievements and progress, submitting that continuity of PDP government under Governor Adeleke is in the best interest of the state.

Leaders in attendance at the meeting are as follows: Alhaji Kazeem Akinleye, Akogun Olalere Oyewumi PhD, Lukman Mudashiru L&K, Lanre Oladebo, Chief Mrs. Oyawoye Atinuke, Alh. Fatai Akinbade, Elder. Akanfe Sunday Atidade, Chief Adeleke Okinni, all commissioners from Osun West, all Special Advisers from Osun West, Chief Ayodabo Aroni, Alh. Salinsile Iwo, Baba Alago Iwo, Prince Asero Olaoluwa, Iya Ogiyan Ejigbo, all newly elected Local Government chairmen, All party chairman, State Officers of PDP in Osun State, South West and National Exacutive of PDP, all state honourables from Osun West, five leaders each from the 10 l9cal governments, all chairmen of parastatals and Senatorial Chairman, Chief Adesoye Oyetunde.

Signed
Olusola Ajala, For PDP Committee of Publicists

LIES AND FALLACIES OF APC FALSE ALARM

1. Governor Ademola Adeleke is a leader who adheres strictly to the rule of law and not involved in any plot to procure Court judgement. The Governor is not the initiator of the three Court cases APC is now scared of;

2. APC faces three Court cases filed by stakeholders whose rights have been infringed by the invasion and hijack of council secretariats by the APC;

3. Governor Adeleke is not planning any attacks on the illegal Yes/No chairmen. The Governor has always preached rule of law as a basis for resolving the LG feud;

4. The cases in court were filed at Ilesa, Ikirun and Osogbo. The judiciary has a duty to hear cases and deliver judgement accordingly;

5. Amotekun has no political partisan role. The reform of Amotekun is to support official state security agencies for a better secured Osun state;

6. The DSS, the IGP and NSA have good understanding of happenings in Osun state. They know the Governor saved Osun from bloodbath by his embrace of rule of law after APC resorted to self help;

7. Osun APC rather than the governor resorted to self help by using non-existing court order to invade and hijack local government secretariats;

8. The Court of Appeal Ruling at Akure *contains no reinstatement order*. The appeal court did not restore The Yes/No chairmen because the Judgement that sacked them remains unvacated;

9. Local government workers out of their own volition went on strike for their own safety after illegals take over of the council secretariats. They also went to Court to seek interpretation and legality of action of the Yes /No Chairmen. Governor Adeleke was not responsible for the LG workers decision;

10. Essential services at local government are running smoothly from health to school facilities. State of origin and state identification have both been fully digitized and marriage events is planned to be hosted at Local government service commission at Osogbo any moment from now;

11. APC tauntrum and blackmail of judges is condemnable and we believe the NBA should condemn such anti-democratic conduct. The judges have a duty to hear cases assigned to them without fear or favor;

12. The cases against Osun APC are before the public and the judges have every legal duty to deliver judgements. Osun APC is afraid that its illegal occupation Of local government secretariats have no legal basis, hence its resorting to lies and falsehood;

13. Those who file cases expect the court to decide on the reliefs they sought and the reliefs to upturn illegal occupation of secretariats are all before the public. The court will decide;

14. Direct attack on Justice Aderibigbe and others is anti-democratic and anti-judiciary. The attacks are to blackmail and stop the judiciary from carrying out its duties. We call on NBA to condemn this evil act;

15. It is a false alarm to accuse the state of mobilising thugs to attack the illegal Yes/No chairmen. When the judges rule, we expect all democrats to abide by the Court ruling;

16. The State PDP did not approach the Supreme Court on the Akure Court of Appeal ruling because the judgement was explicit enough as it has *no consequential orders reinstating Yes/No chairmen*. Only the APC seeking powers by the back door lied and disrupted good governance at the local level;

17. The entirety of the APC press conference is based on false alarm, lies and fear of justice from the judiciary.

18. We affirm that neither Governor Adeleke nor Amotekun is planning any violence now or later;

19. All stakeholders and good people of Osun have absolute faith in the judiciary hence by resorting to rule of law. They expect a just outcome which the state APC is afraid of.

*_From Osun Government Media Centre_*

BREAKING NEWS LG Crisis: NULGE National Executive Backs Osun Chapter, Pledges support for Osun workers

• *Praises Osun State Government on Workers Welfare*

The National Executive Council of the National Union of Local Government Employee (NULGE) on Friday, April 4th, 2025, declared its full support to the leadership of the union in Osun State on their decision to withdraw their services over the local government crisis in the state.

Declaring their support in a meeting in Osogbo, the Osun state capital, Aliyu Haruna Kankara, the National President of the Union, who led other National Executive members and all the NULGE Presidents in the southwest on a solidarity visit to Osun, noted that the decision indicates that the union leadership cares about its members.

Kankara also praised the state government for prioritizing welfare of workers in the state, adding that the minimum wage table implemented in Osun is one of the best in the country .

He maintained that the Ademola Adeleke-led administration has changed the narrative in Osun, stating that the narrative before now is that there is no money.

He said, "We went round yesterday and saw the massive construction going on, we interacted with our members, and they all stated clearly that this government is doing well.

"The minimum wage table of Osun state is one of the best in the country. The narrative before your government is that there is no money, but since your government came, the narrative has changed.

"The Osun NLC Chairman have declared their support for the Governor of the state, we in Abuja also announce our support for your government, I believe that all the workers in Osun state are happy with the Governor.

"When I went round yesterday, everywhere was peaceful, so I see no reason anybody will want to influence us to change what is working. We stand firm by the decision of our state chapter, and nobody can change our decision, we are committed to the welfare of our workers, and we will not endanger their lives."

Governor Ademola Adeleke who was represented by his Deputy, Prince Kola Adewusi while appreciating NULGE National leadership who visited the Government Secretariat, assured the delegation of the Ademola Adeleke-led administration's continuous commitment to the welfare of workers and the good people of Osun State.

"Today is another good day in the history of Osun State. The presence of NULGE President is significant because he cared about the safety and welfare of his members.

"His Excellency saw it coming, that's why he instructed the newly elected Chairmen and councillors to stay away from local government secretariats to ensure peace reigns in Osun.

"The game plan was that after the swearing in ceremony of our duly elected Chairmen, they want to cause mayhem in the local government offices, set it ablaze, extend it to the state secretariat so that a state of emergency can be declared in Osun but God disappointed them.

"What they are waiting for is for NULGE to resume duty, so that they can force them to sign documents or files contrary to the appropriate way a local government should function, and that has also failed.

"Our Governor is a peace loving man, and that is why he directed the newly elected Chairmen to work from outside the secretariat so that there will be no hassle in the state.

"Our government will continue to do what is right for the people of Osun State, and we will ensure that the relative peace we are enjoying in Osun continues."

Speaking earlier, Com Christopher Arapasopo, Chairman, Nigeria Labour Congress, Osun State Chapter stated that the the withdrawal of NULGE members is a decision taken to protect lives of its members as it also aligns with the commitment of Governor Adeleke to prioritize workers welfare adding that Governor Adeleke is fulfilling his campaign promises.

He noted that the NLC in Osun will declare its support for Governor Ademola Adeleke’s administration at an upcoming event very soon.

"We had no choice but to withdraw our members to protect the lives and properties of our members. And, after that, we will continue to appreciate Mr. Governor that, he has never stop the salary of workers. And also, before the Governor came on board and during his electioneering campaign, he was specific about workers' welfare. I want to say Mr. Governor has been doing excellently well.

"We've never had it this good in our dear state, we know what happened some years ago, where workers would receive promotion without financial backing, when Mr Govenor came on board, he made sure that everything is regularized. We can tell you now that, workers in the state are now enjoying promotion as and when due.

"Workers in osun State are saying this is our government.

"Concerning the withdrawal of services by our workers, we will start to defend our workers at all levels and by May 1, all workers in osun state will declare support for Governor Ademola Adeleke", he noted.

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