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  • Osun workers’ welfare my priority – Gov Adeleke

    Osun workers’ welfare my priority – Gov Adeleke

    Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State says the welfare of workers in the state remains his top priority.

    Adeleke made this statement while addressing workers at a welcome-back rally organised in his honor at Government Secretariat on Thursday in Abere, Osun.

    The governor said one of his campaign promises was to prioritise workers’ welfare, which he said he had started.

    “For this show of love, I can tell you that you haven’t seen anything yet. I am your governor, and I will make your welfare a priority”, he said.

    Adeleke also announced that he would soon unveil the “Imole Soft Loan” scheme for workers.

    In his remarks, the National Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) Chairman in the state, Dr Nathaniel Ogungbami, said the rally was to honor the governor after his short vacation.

    Ogungbami added that the workers would continue to support the governor due to his worker-friendly policies.

    Also, the Chairman of the Trade Union Congress (TUC) in the state, Abiola Fasai, said that the workers would continue to support the governor.

    Fasai noted that the governor was prioritising workers’ welfare and they would reciprocate the gesture during the Osun governorship election.

  • We remain committed to Adeleke, PDP – Osun assembly members

    We remain committed to Adeleke, PDP – Osun assembly members

    The 25 members of the Osun House of Assembly elected on the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) platform say they remain united, loyal, and fully committed to Gov. Ademola Adeleke and the party.

    The Speaker of the assembly, Mr Wale Egbedun, who spoke on behalf of the lawmakers at a news conference on Wednesday in Osogbo, dispelled any speculation on their defection to All Progressives Congress (APC).

    According to Egbedun, there is no division, defection, or crisis in this assembly.

    “The rumours flying around are simply rumours, and we are not in the business of chasing shadows. We are not for sale. We are not moved by noise or pressure.

    “We hold the mandate of our people, and we intend to keep that trust with dignity, loyalty and a clear conscience.

    “We come from the grassroots. We see and feel the pulse of the people every day. And let me say it without hesitation, the people of Osun are with the governor”, he said.

    The speaker also said that the lawmakers had confidence in the leadership of PDP led by its chairman, Mr Sunday Bisi.

    Egbedun, who reaffirmed the support of the lawmakers for Adeleke’s second-term bid, said that PDP was strong, united, and focused.

    “We are proud to stand under that banner. To be clear, we are not just here to defend what we believe.

    “In 2026, by the grace of God and the will of the people, we will return the governor to office to continue the good work he has started.

    “To the good people of Osun, we say ignore the noise. What you see here is unity. What you see is focus. What you see is commitment,” he said.

  • Adeleke won’t defect to APC – Osun PDP caucus

    Adeleke won’t defect to APC – Osun PDP caucus

    The Osun caucus of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) says Gov. Ademola Adeleke will contest the Aug. 8, 2026 governorship election on the platform of the party.

    The PDP leadership emphasised that the governor would not defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

    This is contained in a communique issued at the end of the PDP caucus meeting held at the Government House on Monday in Osogbo.

    The communique was made available to journalists by the spokesperson to the governor, Malam Olawale Rasheed, on Tuesday.

    The PDP leaders stated that majority of the APC members in Osun were opposed to the idea of Adeleke defecting to the APC, “which did not originate from the governor in the first instance.”

    The communique also alleged that some APC leaders, “based on entrenched interests”, have demonstrated “hostility and resentment” towards the governor.

    The caucus said that the majority of PDP members in the state were not happy with the idea of the governor joining APC, but only reluctantly agreed to follow him to wherever he goes to show their love, support, and loyalty to his leadership.

    The PDP leaders said that the party recognised the fact that Osun is the ancestral home of President Bola Tinubu, “which makes him the son of the State.”

    The PDP caucus, however, adopted and endorsed the President for re-election in the 2027 general elections.

    The leaders of the party also endorsed Adeleke’s re-election bid on the platform of the PDP, directing all members in the state to remain in the party.

    According to the caucus, the state government and the PDP, as a political party, remain very popular and acceptable above all other political parties in the state.

    The PDP leaders urged the governor to forge ahead with governance and implementation of his administration’s five-point agenda.

    The caucus also directed members to disseminate the resolution to all structures of the party in the state.

    The communique was signed by Adeleke, his deputy, Kola Adewumi, a former governor in the state, Olagunsoye Oyinlola, a former deputy speaker of the House of Representatives, Lasun Yusuf, among others.

  • Breaking: Governor Adeleke finally throws heavy weight behind President Tinubu

    Breaking: Governor Adeleke finally throws heavy weight behind President Tinubu

     Ademola Adeleke, the Osun State Governor, has finally endorsed President Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to be re-elected in 2027.

    The Governor made this known in a statement on Tuesday where he noted that the endorsement followed his meeting with leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun State.

    Governor Adeleke also debunked any defection rumours, insisting that he remains a committed member of the PDP, adding that the people of Osun have also endorsed him for a second term in 2026.

    The statement reads: “Yesterday, I met with the @OfficialPDPNig Leadership Caucus in Osogbo after weeks of consultations with stakeholders across Osun — from traditional rulers and civil servants to market leaders and grassroots party members.

    “I’m pleased to share the resolutions:

    “I remain in the PDP, the party that gave me the platform to serve the good people of Osun.

    “I have been unanimously endorsed by the Osun PDP for a second term in 2026.

    “PDP remains the most popular and trusted party across Osun State.

    “I will continue to deliver on our Five-Point Agenda with renewed focus and dedication.

    “The love and support from the people of Osun continues to inspire me. Together, we move forward.

    “Our party in Osun has also endorsed President @officialABAT for re-election in 2027, recognizing him as a proud son of our state.”

  • Defection: We’ll support your decision – Osun PDP caucus tells Adeleke

    Defection: We’ll support your decision – Osun PDP caucus tells Adeleke

    The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) caucus in Osun says it will support the decision of Gov. Ademola Adeleke amid speculation of his defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

    There had been speculation of Adeleke defecting to APC ahead of the Aug. 8, 2026 governorship election in the state.

    Malam Olawale Rasheed, the spokesperson for the governor in a statement on Saturday in Osogbo, said the PDP caucus gave their support during a meeting on Thursday in Osogbo.

    Rasheed also said the caucus passed a vote of confidence in Adeleke, urging him to continue consultations with all stakeholders locally and nationally.

    He said the caucus also commended the governor’s leadership style and performance in office.

    Rasheed added that the PDP caucus, in a communiqué issued at the end of its meeting held at the Government House, resolved to follow Adeleke wherever he goes.

    He, however, recognised the fact that the governor was still consulting on the next line of action.

    According to him, the meeting has in attendance members of the national and state assemblies, the state executive council, executives of the party, the Special Advisers’ Forum, the Elders Caucus, and the state chapter of ALGON leadership.

  • Adeleke mourns Olubadan

    Adeleke mourns Olubadan

    Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has described the death of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, as a loss,  not only to Ibadan but to the entire Yoruba race.

    Adeleke in a statement by his spokesperson, Malam Olawale Rasheed on Monday in Osogbo, extended heartfelt condolences to Gov. Seyi Makinde, the state government, the Olubadan-in-Council, the Royal Family, and the people of Ibadan.

    The governor said although Oba Olakulehin’s reign was brief, it was marked by dignity, wisdom, and an unwavering commitment to the progress and unity of the people of Ibadanland.

    “Oba Olakulehin was a traditional ruler of profound wisdom and grace. Even within a short reign, he embodied the virtues of Yoruba royalty’s calm leadership, cultural pride, and unwavering love for his people,” he said.

    Adeleke further said that the passing of the traditional ruler at the age of 90 marked the end of a remarkable chapter in the traditional institution of Ibadanland,  and left a legacy of selfless service, courage, and peace.

    “On behalf of the government and people of Osun, I extend sincere condolences to Makinde, the state government, the Olubadan-in-Council, and the entire people of Ibadan.

    “Oba Olakulehin, even in his final days, remained a symbol of continuity, cultural wisdom, and royal honor.

    “His transition is a great loss,  not only to the throne of Ibadanland but to the Yoruba people whose values he dutifully upheld.

    “May God comfort the people of Ibadan and grant the late traditional ruler eternal rest among his forebears,” he said.

  • Gov Adeleke announces public holiday for new Islamic calendar

    Gov Adeleke announces public holiday for new Islamic calendar

    Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has declared Friday a public holiday in commemoration of the new Islamic calendar, Hijrah 1447 AH.

    This is contained in a statement issued by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Regional Integration and Special Duties, Mr Mudasiru Oyedeji, on Thursday in Osogbo.

    Adeleke urged Muslim faithful and others to use the Hijrah celebration to pray for peace, progress and development of the state.

    He said the celebration period was a time to pray for the overall development of the state and unity at large.

    According to the statement, the governor will take a customary salute on Saturday at a special march past at Fakunle Comprehensive High School in Osogbo, in celebration of the new year.

  • Just in: PDP Gov Adeleke, Davido, father visit Tinubu

    Just in: PDP Gov Adeleke, Davido, father visit Tinubu

    Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun state, his nephew, singer, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, as well as his father, Adedeji Adeleke, have visited President Bola Tinubu at his residence in Lagos.

    The Adelekes’ visit to the president came amid the report that the governor was planning to dump the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC) to secure his second term in office in the forthcoming governorship election in Osun.

    Another major political crisis rocking the state is the allocation of local government.

    The federal government was accused of implementing the Supreme Court judgment to seize the state council’s allocation arbitrarily.

  • Gov Adeleke fuels defection rumours

    Gov Adeleke fuels defection rumours

    Rumours have swelled that Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State is set to defect from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports Governor Adeleke of the PDP fuelled the defection rumours with a visit to President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday.

    Adeleke was accompanied by Chief Adedeji Adeleke and his Afro beat star son, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido.

    The Osun State Governor was received by President Tinubu at his residence in Lagos State.

    Although the purpose of the visit was not disclosed to the press, the development has sparked conversations on social media with many assuming the Governor is set for defection.

    Also, no official statement has been issued by the Presidency or Governor Adeleke at the time of filing this report.

    Meanwhile, photographs from the visit have started trending on social media.

  • Adeleke speaks on defection to APC

    Adeleke speaks on defection to APC

    Osun governor, Ademola Adeleke has described rumours that he is set to abandon the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, for the All Progressives Congress, APC as “fake news emanating from those intimidated by his ‘extraordinary. performance in state leadership.

    Adeleke dismisses the alleged plot to join APC at a strategic closed door meeting with leaders, elders and top federal and state officials of Osun chapter of PDP in Osogbo, the Osun State capital on Wednesday night.

    Mallam Olawale Rasheed, Spokesperson to the Governor said in a statement that the meeting was held at the Banquet Hall of the Government was coordinated by PDP State Chairman, Hon Sunday Bisi and attended by House Speaker, Rt Hon Adewale Egbedun and members of the State assembly,

    The meeting was also attended by all critical top leaders of the party with former governor, Prince Olagunsoye Oyinlola addressing the meeting virtually while Prof Wale Oladipo, the Chairman of Imole Movement declared PDP as a home for all genuine lovers of Osun people.

    He also quoted the 1999 governorship candidate of PDP and life member of the PDP Board of Trustees, Senator Oluwole Alabi and former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon Lasun Yusuf described PDP as an agent of development and human empowerment in the statement.

    A PDP member of the House of Representatives, representing PDP members of the Federal House , Akanni Olohunwa applauded the extensive positive transformation Osun is witnessing and affirmed that PDP is sure of victory in any future electoral contest.

    The statement indicated that Adeleke declared unequivocally to the PDP leaders that that he has no plan to quit the party now or in the future.

    “My people, party elders and chiefs, I declare before you today that I am not defecting to APC or any other political party. I remain in PDP. Ignore any fake news”, the Governor declared.

    The meeting ended with a communique issued by the stakeholders’ forum signed by Hon Sunday Bisi.

    In the communique, the PDP leaders passed vote of confidence and endorsement on the state governor for his equitable and efficient leadership.

    They also re-endorsed the governor for second term as the sole candidate of the party for the 2026 election while commending extensive delivery of dividends of democracy and good governance across all sectors of Osun society;

    They also welcomed and applaud the declaration by the State Governor that he has no plan either now or in the future to defect to the All Progressive Congress(APC) or any other political party;

    They also welcomed and applaud declaration by other top leaders of the party that they are not quitting the PDP for APC or any other party;

    They hailed the party executive and leaders as well as elected and appointed officials from Oriade/Obokun federal constituency for remaining steadfast with the PDP and rejecting recent defections by an ungrateful lone ranger;

    They also commended the strategies of the state leadership in tackling and managing the local government leadership crisis, hailing the approach as akin to winning a war without firing a shot and endorsed the due process approach to the local government crisis and urge for further patience from all stakeholders;

    The PDP leaders also commended the state leadership of the party for managing the party affairs with calm and wisdom, declaring that the State PDP is strongly footed to win future contests;

    The Osun PDP leaders also expressed optimism that the national chapter of the party is working to resolve its internal challenges and that the outcome will result in a party more united and well positioned for future victories.