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  • Gov. Adeleke announces dissolution of Osun Assembly

    Gov. Adeleke announces dissolution of Osun Assembly

    Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun has announced the dissolution of the 7th State House of Assembly.

    This is contained in a statement by Malam Olawale Rasheed, the spokesperson to the governor on Sunday in Osogbo.

    The governor exercised the authority vested in him by Section 105(3)  of the Nigerian constitution by announcing the dissolution of the 7th  assembly and proclamation for the 8th assembly.

    The governor conveyed the dissolution of the 7th assembly and the proclamation of the 8th assembly to the Clerk of the state assembly.

    The 8th assembly will be inaugurated on June 6.

    Adeleke said: ” I write to convey my proclamation for the holding of the 8th Assembly.

    “In exercise of powers bestowed upon me by Section 105 (3) aforesaid, and of all powers enabling me in that behalf, hereby proclaim that the First Session of the Eighth (8th) Assembly of Osun State House of Assembly shall hold on Tuesday, 6th June 2019 at 10 am in Osun State House of Assembly.”

  • Adeleke’s signature dance moves distinguishes him – Saraki

    Adeleke’s signature dance moves distinguishes him – Saraki

    Former Senate President, Bukola Saraki congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State on his birthday, saying his dance moves and humility distinguished him from others.

    Saraki in a tweet said: “For several years, Governor Ademola Adeleke (@AAdeleke_01) has stood out as a distinct politician.

    “His humble and captivating personality, his skill in energizing and managing crowds, his signature dance moves, and his honesty have consistently distinguished him from others.

    “When Governor Adeleke assures you of his support, you can count on him to be there every step of the way.

    “Today, as we honour this exceptional leader who has been tirelessly working for the progress of Osun State, my family and I extend our warmest birthday wishes to our brother and friend, Governor Adeleke.”

  • Osun: We received Supreme Court judgment with calmness – APC

    Osun: We received Supreme Court judgment with calmness – APC

    The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), says it receives the supreme court verdict which affirmed Gov. Ademola Adeleke, as winner of  July 16, 2022 with calmness.

    This is stated by Tajudeen Lawal, the acting Chairman of the party on Tuesday in Osogbo.

    Lawal said the  Supreme Court decisions were final, which could not be challenged in any other court of the land.

    He said that as a democratic political body that solely believed in the rule of law, there was no way the party could fault the judgment of the Supreme Court as the highest court in the land,  “even though we are not happy with the judicial decision”.

    “While we are congratulating the beneficiary of the judgment, we make bold to state that we shall not be found wanting in playing our expected opposition roles to keep the government on its toes.

    “The members and supporters of our party should refuse to be downcast with the current political situation in the state as the nature of politics is that one does not win all the times.

    “The prevailing condition of the winner(s) of today does not make him the perpetual winner, as the political office which was contested for is a tenured one for a period of four years after which we shall have the opportunity to slug it out with those who are rejoicing over today’s victory.

    “It is however, worthwhile to state that our party and our candidate, former Governor Gboyega Oyetola, might have lost the election as it was pronounced by the apex court of the land, but it is visible to the court of the public that they never lost the battle.

    “That Osun State is a common patrimony is the reason we are assuring the PDP and the government that we shall be meeting in the trenches when it is constitutionally ripe to do so.

    “The way forward for our party shall be made available to the esteemed members and supporters soonest,” Lawal said.

    A five-member panel of the Supreme Court upheld the decision of the Court of Appeal in Abuja, which had affirmed Adeleke’s victory on March 24.

    The Osun tribunal had on Jan. 27 annulled Adeleke’s victory and declared Gboyega Oyetola of All Progressives Congress as the valid winner of the poll after the Independent National Electoral Commission had returned Adeleke as the winner of the poll.

  • Osun: Supreme Court verdict has deepened democracy, rule of law – Buhari

    Osun: Supreme Court verdict has deepened democracy, rule of law – Buhari

    President Muhammadu Buhari has recognised the Supreme Court verdict on the July 16, 2022 governorship election in Osun as well as the important role of the judiciary in deepening democracy and rule of law.

    The president stated in a statement issued by his Media Aide, Mr Femi Adesina, on Tuesday in Abuja.

    According to Buhari, with the verdict of the apex court, the main task at hand now is to make the people feel the impact of good governance, where a prosperous, peaceful, and stable Osun is guaranteed.

    He, therefore, urged all the residents of the state to give the government of Sen. Ademola Adeleke all the support it needed to ensure that programmes, policies, plans, and aspirations fashioned to make individuals and businesses flourish succeeded.

    “Elections should be seen as the path to an end, which is the progress of the people in a peaceful environment, rather than unending bickering.

    “This is the time for inclusion and harmony in the state at the end of the litigation,” he said.

    Buhari thanked the people of Osun for their immense contribution to the development of the nation, particularly through the state’s rich cultural heritage, the several historic sites, and tourist attractions, including Osun Osogbo Sacred Grove, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

    He assured that the Federal Government would continue to develop the boundless resources in the state to enhance national development and prosperity.

  • Osun denies demotion of workers, half-pay

    Osun denies demotion of workers, half-pay

    The Osun State Government says it has no plan to demote any of its workers or payment of half salary.

    This is contained in a statement by Malam Olawale Rasheed, the spokesperson for Gov. Ademola Adeleke, on Saturday in Osogbo.

    The statement said it was an outright falsehood and wicked fabrication, the fake news about demotion of workers and alleged plan of payment of half salaries to the state workers.

    It said the administration of Gov. Adeleke had no plan to demote any of the state workers and would not introduce payment of half salary.

    “We affirm that the Osun State Government under Gov. Ademola Adeleke, has not and will not demote any worker. There is also no plan to introduce half salary.

    “We declare that the content of the said story and all the references to a supposed worker are mere fabrications to undermine the very strong bond between Adeleke and Osun workers, both in the formal and the informal sector.

    “The bond of partnership between this administration and the workers was further cemented at the May 1 Workers Day celebration, where labour leaders praised the extraordinary commitment of Gov. Adeleke to workers’ welfare,” it stated.

    The statement said the May Day event saw confirmation by all stakeholders that Gov. Adeleke was the first governor in the state to have workers’ welfare as the first item on his agenda.

    “The May Day event also saw confirmation by all stakeholders that Gov. Adeleke was the first governor in Osun state to have workers’ welfare as the first item on his governance agenda.

    “Members of the public and the labour movement also acknowledged that the present administration has been clearing the mess and the evil fallouts of years of maladministration by the APC in Osun state.

    “Part of that acclaimed step is the template adopted to clear years of half salaries and pensions owed Osun workers.

    “It is, therefore, a failed hatchet job by the opposition party to allege that a solution provider, a workers’ governor and a performing leader of peoples’ government is planning any anti-labour agenda

    “Governor Adeleke has since been working round the clock to restore public confidence in government, to bridge the infrastructural gap, to clear backlogs of salaries owed to workers, to rebuild the public service, to sanitise public finance, and to digitalise Osun economy.

    “We, therefore, urge members of the public to ignore the fake news about demotion of workers and re-introduction of half salaries.

    “Gov. Adeleke is an apostle of good governance and grassroots development who upholds workers’ rights and aspirations of Osun people,” the statement said.

  • Better treatment of workers antidote to poverty, under-devt. – Adeleke

    Better treatment of workers antidote to poverty, under-devt. – Adeleke

    Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun says to address poverty and underdevelopment in society, public servants must be accorded better treatment.

    Adeleke stated this during the Workers’ Day celebrations, held at Osogbo township stadium on Monday.

    According to him, when public servants are cared for, the informal sector fares better.

    He said that a very happy public service would automatically translate into a booming economy.

    Adeleke said that his administration was focussing on workers’ welfare because that was the right thing to do.

    “There is a strong link between the formal and informal workforce in Osun State.

    “When the formal workforce, the public servants, are cared for, the informal sector fares better.

    “A very happy public service translates into a booming local economy across the state”, he  said.

    The governor also said that his administration would continue to be committed to workers’ welfare.

    “Since I took over under a very hostile environment, I have remained committed to that goal of workers’ first.

    “You can all attest to my faithfulness in resolving inherited challenges on workers’ salaries and pensions.

    “I have demonstrated good faith as a leader with genuine love of workers at heart.

    “You will always find in me a governor that is responsive and open to the wellbeing of labour.

    “Be rest assured that our administration will not waiver in restoring the integrity and professionalism of the public service,” he said.

    Adeleke added that he had also taken judicious note of all the requests and demands contained in the addresses delivered by labour unions.

    “This administration is yours. I assure you that all your points are well noted”, he said.

  • Earth Day: Adeleke approves climate agenda for Osun

    Earth Day: Adeleke approves climate agenda for Osun

    Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun has approved a comprehensive climate change agenda to address emerging concerns about climate change and its impact on the state.

    The approval is contained in a statement by Malam Olawale Rasheed, the spokesperson to the governor, on Saturday in Osogbo.

    According to the statement, the climate agenda is part of the state government’s efforts to mark the World Earth Day.

    The statement noted that the new agenda included the making of a climate change and adaptation policy for state.

    It also included the creation of the state climate advisory board, the establishment of climate tracking research unit at the state University and the development of annual state energy report.

    The statement added that the hosting of a post COP 27 conference for sub-national entities in Nigeria is also part of the agenda.

    The 27th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, Paris Agreement (COP 27), was held from Nov. 6 to Nov. 20, 2022 in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt.

    A decision was made at the conference to establish and operationalise a loss and damage fund.

    The statement quoted Adeleke as saying that the approval of the climate programme was in fulfillment of his election promises to address the threatening environmental crises facing Osun and the world at large.

    “I take note of global climate crises and I believe we cannot leave the issue to the Federal Government alone.

    “States must take active part in the movement to save the planet from imminent extinction. Our climate agenda is all inclusive,” he said.

    According to the statement, Adeleke, on the Earth Day, directed the announcement of the climate agenda to reconfirm his administration’s resolve to make Osun the most climate friendly state in Nigeria.

    “Our administration will invest in making Osun a truly green economy by mainstreaming climate matters in health, education, infrastructure, finance, mining, technology as well as gender and youth matters.

    “Our state will become truly resilient and emerge as a strong partner in the climate adaptability movement,” he said.

    Earth Day is being celebrated yearly on April 22, to protect the planet from things like pollution and deforestation.

  • APC condemns sack of Ilesa varsity Principal Officers by Gov. Adeleke

    APC condemns sack of Ilesa varsity Principal Officers by Gov. Adeleke

    The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun has condemned the sacking of the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ilesa, Prof Kayode Ijaduola, the Registrar, Mr Oluwole Dada, and the Liberian, Dr. Adedokun Ojelabi, by Gov. Ademola Adeleke.

    A statement issued on Friday in Osogbo by Mr. Tajudeen Lawal, the APC acting Chairman in the state, described the sacking of the principal officers of the university as reckless.

    The university was established by the immediate past governor of the state, Alhaji Adegboyega Oyetola, on March 31, 2022, when he upgraded the state’s College of Education, Ilesa, to a full-fledged university.

    Oyetola backed the establishment of the university with a law made on Sept. 27, 2022; inaugurated the university governing council and principal officers on Nov. 2022.

    But on Thursday, Adeleke announced the appointment of new principal officers for the University.

    Commenting on the development, Lawal, in a statement issued by the party’s Director of Media and Information, Chief Kola Olabisi, said it was a pity that the governor was politicising the appointments of principal officers of a citadel of learning.

    The APC acting Chairman said he saw no reason why Adeleke should be struggling to rubbish the legacy of his predecessor simply because they share different political ideals.

    According to him, the new University of Ilesa is a creation of the law which makes his removal of the tenured principal officers, duly approved by his predecessor, an illegality.

    “The process of the appointment of the new principal officers of the Ilesa University is crude, illegal and stinks to high heavens as it would be an impossible Utopia for it to surmount legal fire power in any court of law.

  • AfDB: Gov. Adeleke creates desk for $618m tech fund

    AfDB: Gov. Adeleke creates desk for $618m tech fund

    Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun has directed the establishment of a support desk for Osun tech innovators and entrepreneurs.

    This is to allow them access the recently launched 618 million dollars tech fund by the African Development Bank (AfDB).

    This is contained in a statement by Malam Olawale Rasheed, the spokesperson to the governor on Sunday in Osogbo.

    The desk is a response to the tech fund which was collaboration between the AfDB and the Federal Government.

    The governor expressed readiness to tap into the opportunities in furtherance of the digital economy agenda of his administration.

    Adeleke, who commended the AFDB president, Dr Akinwumi Adesina, for the initiative, said his administration had created enabling environment for Osun tech ecosystem.

    “I am delighted to appreciate the African Development Bank which has set up a $618 million fund to support the technology and creative sector in Nigeria.

    “I am confident that this fund will go a long way in supporting innovation, job creation, and economic growth in our country.

    “The desk will provide comprehensive guidance and support to all interested applicants, ensuring that the application process is seamless and efficient.

    “We are also exploring partnerships with the African Development Bank to support programmes in the technology and creative sector in our state.

    “We will be reaching out to the bank soon to discuss how we can collaborate and leverage this fund and other opportunities to create a vibrant and innovative ecosystem in Osun State.

    “I encourage all technology and creative sector entrepreneurs in Osun State to engage directly with the Ministry and register as a stakeholder operating within the state.

  • U.S-based philanthropist hails Adeleke’s appeal court victory

    U.S-based philanthropist hails Adeleke’s appeal court victory

    A United State of America -based business tycoon and philanthropist, Dr Magdalene Agada, has described Friday’s Abuja Appeal Court victory of Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun, as well deserved victory.

    Agada’s felicitation was conveyed in a statement issued from New York, U.S.A., and was made available to newsmen in Asaba, Delta.

    She noted that the Appeal Court verdict aligned with the wishes of the people of Osun.

    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Chief, Mrs Magdalena Nwaka Agada is a frontline philanthropist, whose Open Hands Amazing Charitable Organization undertakes life-changing activities across Nigeria.

    She also doubles as, President of leading U.S.-based medical equipment firm, Star Global Marketing Limited.

    She said, “as a long-time friend and development partner of Osun State, I followed the court proceedings with keen interest and wish to observe that the verdict of the revered Justices of the Court of Appeal, Abuja aligns with the wishes of the vast majority of Osun people.

    “The spontaneous joyful reaction of the people to the judgement speaks volumes.”

    She commended the Appeal Court Justices for upholding justice in the case, and to Gov. Adeleke, for his victory.

    “This verdict has once more served to rekindle hope in the Nigerian Judiciary as a bastion of justice.

    “For His Excellency, Sen. Ademola Adeleke, this is sweet victory for which I heartily congratulate him on behalf of my family, as well as my business and charitable organisations,” she said.

    The philanthropist, hailed Adeleke for leading his party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), to dominant victory in both the Presidential and National Assembly polls of Feb. 25, and March 18 State House of Assembly election.

    “This, no doubt, is a demonstration of the great love which Osun people have in His Excellency, Gov. Ademola Adeleke, and their strong belief in his leadership abilities,” she said.

    She, however, advised the governor to work even harder to meet the expectations of Osun people, as the saying goes, “to whom much is given, much is also expected.”