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  • Religious crisis brews in Osun over N16.5bn road project

    Religious crisis brews in Osun over N16.5bn road project

    Oba Gabriel Aromolaran, the Owa Obokun of Ijesaland, has cautioned contractors handling the N16.5 billion road project in Ilesa against what could lead to religious crisis during the demolition of buildings.

    This is coming after Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State on April 30 awarded the construction of the 6.2-kilometre Ereja Square-Brewery, Ilesa dual carriageway at the cost of N16.5 billion.

    The traditional ruler, who gave the warning while addressing newsmen at the end of a stakeholders meeting on Wednesday in Ilesa, said there had been series of complaints of bias against the contractor by some religious groups in the town.

    Oba Aromolaran said that he had received complaint that some worship centres were demolished to give way for the road construction, while some were spared without any explanation.

    The traditional ruler who was represented by High Chief Ibitoye Akanbi, the Obaala of Ijesaland, said that such action could cause religious crisis in the town.

    Oba Aromolaran appealed to the contractor to carry out his job without any fear or favour, stressing that all the buildings approved for demolition should be demolished within the approved limits.

    “This project belongs to all of us and all what we want is peace. We do not want any religious crisis in the town. We are not ready for riot.

    “Any building marked for demolition should be demolished without any form of bias and this should be done within the approved limits.

    “In a situation where some religious building marked for demolition will be demolished and others will be spared can cause religious disharmony, and we don’t want that to happen.

    “The project should be done according to the approved specification. We want peace. We don’t want religious crisis,” he said.

    The traditional ruler, who frowned at the absence of the contractor at the meeting, said the invitation extended to him was not to intimidate him but to have a robust discussion with him on the progress of the project.

    He said that another invitation would be extended to the contractor at a later date.

    Oba Aromolaran also raised concern over the timely completion of the project, adding out of the nine months planned for the completion of the road, four months had gone without any tangible work done.

    The traditional ruler appealed to the contractor to speed up work on the project to meet the time scheduled.

    He also appealed to residents maintain peace and avoid any issue that could lead to break down of law and order.

    Oba Aromolaran also appealed to the state government to ensure that the contractor deliver the road project as scheduled.

    Also speaking, High Chief Adesoji Adeniji, the Alagbeda of Agbeda of Ijesa, said that the invitation extended to the contractor was for him to explain how far he has gone with the project.

    “The invitation extended to the contract is not to intimidate him but rather is to give Kabieesi an update on the project .

    “Oba Aromolaran is solidly behind the contractor for the successful completion of the project and that is why he set up a committee to liaise with the contractor for the smooth completion of the project,” he said.

  • JUPEB: No mock examination for candidates

    JUPEB: No mock examination for candidates

    The Joint Universities Preliminary Examination Board (JUPEB) says reports that it will conduct a mock examination, following the recent postponement of its 2024 test, are untrue.

    The Registrar of the board, Prof. Ademola Adeleke, disclosed this on Sunday, in Lagos, stressing that JUPEB never had such a plan.

    Recall that the board had announced the postponement of its 2024 examination, earlier scheduled to run from Aug. 5 to Aug. 16.

    It had rescheduled the examination to hold from Monday, Aug. 19, to Friday, Aug. 30.

    Adeleke had hinged the postponement on security concerns in some states, following the #EndBadGovernance protest in the country.

    “It has come to our notice that some mischief makers have been going about misinforming the public concerning our 2024 examination.

    “I want to state categorically that, at no time did we propose or plan any mock examination, following the recent postponement of this year’s examination.

    “I, therefore, call on our partner and affiliate universities to disregard that information, as it is not coming from the board.

    “It is fake news and we know nothing about such information.

    “All information concerning the board, its examination and other academic activities, are usually communicated through our official channels, the don said.

    JUPEB is a national examinations body approved by the Federal Government and formally established by a consortium of 10 partnering universities led by the University of Lagos.

    It conducts common and standard examinations for candidates who have been exposed to a minimum of one-year approved courses in the different Universities’s Foundation and/or Diploma Programmes.

    Such candidates, through the examination, seek Direct Entry admissions into University courses at the 200 Level in Nigerian and partnering foreign universities.

  • Osun govt shut all schools ahead of hunger protest

    Osun govt shut all schools ahead of hunger protest

    The Governor Ademola Adeleke-led administration has closed all schools and academic activities in the state ahead of the hunger protest slated to begin in August.

    The state’s Ministry of Education, signed by the permanent secretary, MK Jimoh, on Monday, announced the development, disclosing the action as a security measure.

    The memo, while directing parents, guardians, and school owners to stop all academic activities for children in the state until the third term, reassured them that this was a temporary measure.

    Jimoh said the decision was essential to ensure the safety of the state’s students, teachers and public infrastructures from being targets of hoodlums.

    “This is to inform the general public, particularly parents, guardians, and heads of both public and private schools in the state that due to the planned nationwide protest, all schools are directed to proceed on the third-term vacation from Wednesday, 31st July 2024,” the memo read.

  • Hackers take over Davido’s uncle, Adeleke’ phone number

    Hackers take over Davido’s uncle, Adeleke’ phone number

    The phone number of Osun State Governor and uncle to popular Afrobeat singer, Davido Ademola Adeleke has been hacked by scammers.

    The governor’s spokesman, Olawale Rasheed made this known on Tuesday in a statement where he raised an alert urging members of the public to ignore any communications from the compromised number

    The statement reads, “Please disregard any solicitation from +234 803 365 7555. Appropriate action is ongoing to remedy the situation.

    “Authorities are investigating the breach and working diligently to secure the Governor’s communication lines.

    “The public is urged to be vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the relevant authorities. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.”

  • Adeleke appoints new Amotekun Commander

    Adeleke appoints new Amotekun Commander

    Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun has appointed a retired Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP), Adekunle Omoyele, as the new Corps Commander of the Osun Amotekun Corps.

    Omoyele takes over from retired Brig.-Gen. Bashir Adewinmbi, the pioneer commander of the security outfit, whose tenure has expired.

    A letter signed by Alhaji Teslim Igbalaye, the Secretary to the State Government, stated that Omoyele’s appointment takes effect from Wednesday, July 3.

    “In addition to your existing responsibility as the corps commander, Amotekun Security Network, you are expected to put to use the experience garnered during your remarkable years of active service.” the letter reads.

    The new Osun Amotekun commander retired from the Police Force in 2023 after 35 years in service.

    Until his appointment, Omoyele was the Special Adviser on Internal Security and Local Matters to the governor.

    The Western Nigeria Security Network code named Amotekun Corps was jointly formed by the South-West governors in 2020.

    The security outfit was set up to complement the efforts of other agencies to tackle crimes in the South West region.

  • Adeleke inaugurates Okpanam-Ibusa bypass(PHOTOS)

    Adeleke inaugurates Okpanam-Ibusa bypass(PHOTOS)

    … As Oborevwori vows credible LG polls

    Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, Thursday, inaugurated the completed Okpanam-Ibusa Bypass in Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta State.

    Performing the inauguration, Governor Adeleke thanked his host, Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori, and other Deltans for their warm reception, adding that he was impressed with the performance of the state governor and proud to be associated with him and the people of the state.

    He said he was particularly impressed with the performances of Governor Oborevwori in one year of his administration, stressing that he was in Delta because of Governor Oborevwori’ s impressive performance and urged Deltans to support the Governor in the delivery of more projects in line with his MORE Agenda, for the benefit of the people.

    “In Osun State, I will be two years in office in November but if you come to Osun State, I have turned the state to a construction site and we are building flyovers that they have never experienced before.

    “Here in Delta, Governor Oborevwori is doing the same thing and I thank him for working for his people who freely gave him their mandate to govern them.

    “I am here because God has put him in office for Deltans to enjoy the dividends of democracy and that is why I am here to celebrate with him and inaugurate the road.”

    In his remarks at the inauguration of the 5.3km Okpanam-Ibusa Bypass, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori assured that the July 13 Local Government elections in the state would be free, fair and credible.

    Governor Oborevwori assured that Deltans would continue to enjoy the benefits of democracy at the instance of his administration. He said; “while we continue to enjoy the freedom, privilege and other dividends that democracy offers, I implore you to uphold its tenets as we approach the Local Government elections.

    “Regarding the Local Government elections, I am telling all the candidates not only in PDP but other parties, that the election is going to be free, fair and credible. So, if you think you will just have it because it’s a Local Government election, you are making a very big mistake.

    “Do your campaigns very well, the elections will be properly monitored because I believe in democracy and the rule of law. Go and talk to the people, show your capacity; tell them that you are capable for this job”.

    On the request made during the inauguration, the Governor said: “We have taken note of all the requests made by our traditional rulers of the two communities at the inauguration of the 5.3km Okpanam-Ibusa Bypass and drains in Oshimili North Local Government Area. We will look into their requests”.

    Speaking further, Governor Oborevwori commended the immediate past Governor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, who initiated the project, while he completed it.

    He added that the road project contributes to the progress and growth of the state and reduces traffic congestion at the Koka interchange, thereby opening up the area for commercial activities.

    “Delta is growing rapidly and it is an opportunity for people to come and acquire more lands here. I also commend the contractor for doing a good job as he has corrected all the observations I made here during inspections of the project.”

    The Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Comrade Reuben Izeze said the road comprised 5.3km length and10.6km drains with 10.3m pavement with width of 7.3km asphalt overlay.

    He said the road was constructed in line with the Bill of Quantity and Bill of Engineering Measurement to check the perrenial flooding that had impacted heavily on the residents of the area and make travelling along the corridor seamless.

    On their parts, the Obuzor of Ibusa, Obi Professor Louis Nwoboshi, and the Ugoani of Okpanam Kingdom, Obi Michael Mbanefo, said the road was one of the crucial roads requested for at the creation of the local government area.

    While commending Governor Oborevwori for fulfilling the long-awaited dream, they appealed to him to also link Okpanam and Akwukwu-Igbo and Okpanam with Ugbolu for easy navigation across the council area. They also appealed for the lighting up of the road.

  • I give you one more year – Osun governor to 28-year-old daughter

    I give you one more year – Osun governor to 28-year-old daughter

    The Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has given his daughter Adenike one year to settle down.

    The governor during a question and answer session with her on Instagram on Saturday urged his 28-year-old daughter to find a suitable partner for marriage.

    This comes after Adenike, during the session, asked her father how he felt about her still being single at 28.

    She said, “I am now 28, I’m about to be 29 how do you feel about me not being married yet?”

    In response, Adeleke said “Better start getting ready to get married. That is the next thing. You think you are young? I am expecting all those your toasters, better bring one so you can come and tell me ‘Dad this is the one I’m gonna marry.

    “Do you know that at the age of 27, 28 I got married and I had your brother Adesina?”

    Adenike asked her father if he wanted her to marry anybody, insinuating that she was taking her time to find a worthy partner.

    The governor said, “I’m not saying you should marry anybody. You young people you just want to be enjoying yourselves.”

    He added, “You are now 28, I’m giving you one more year.”

  • Why I am not collecting security vote – Gov Adeleke

    Why I am not collecting security vote – Gov Adeleke

    Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun State says he is sacrificing his security votes for the development of the State.

    Adeleke said this while hosting Oba Joseph Fashiku, the Olunisha of Inisha town in Odo- Otin Local Government Area and his Chiefs, on Thursday in Osogbo.

    The governor said that rather than collecting security vote as the custom is, he was passionate about managing the meagre resources for the benefits of the masses.

    “I have not been collecting security vote because the development of the state is what is paramount to me.

    “We are doing things with good intention. We are rehabilitating and reconstructing roads.

    “We are also recruiting good teachers, giving out instructional materials and also providing free meal to pupils in the public schools.

    “Under the Imole free medical outreach, more than 60,000 residents of the state had been treated.

    “In addition to this, we have paid the backlog of salaries and pensions,” he said.

    Adeleke also said that the various ongoing roads construction in the state was to revive the state’s economy and to revive cocoa production.

    He also said that his administration was working hard to see that the proposed airport in the state came to fruition.

    Adeleke said while his administration was working hard to improve the infrastructure development in the state, he was also engaging in stomach infrastructure.

    On the issue of Alh. Shuaibu Oyedokun, the former National Deputy Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), who recently defected to All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, the governor said that he would gladly receive him back, whenever he decided to rescind his decision

    Adeleke, who described Oyedokun as a leader and father, said that he would be willing to receive him back to the party.

    He also said that he was happy that people of Inisha, where Oyedokun came from, were not part of his defection.

    In his remarks, Oba Fashikun, said that the people of the town were not in support of the defection of Oyedokun to APC.

    The traditional ruler said the people of the town were in support of the governor, adding that Oyedokun’s defection would not affect the support of the people of the state for the governor.

    Also speaking, Chief Kunle Alao, who was in the company of the traditional ruler, said that the town was solidly behind the governor.

  • Gov Adeleke opens up on collapse of OAU amphitheatre

    Gov Adeleke opens up on collapse of OAU amphitheatre

    Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun has promised to pay the medical bills of students injured in the Obafemi Awolowo University(OAU), Ile-Ife, Amphitheatre roof collapse.

    The affected students are receiving treatment at the University Health Centre and the Teaching Hospital Complex (OAUTHC), Ile-Ife.

    Adeleke, who was represented by the Commissioner for Education, Dipo Eluwole, sympathised with the management of the University and parents of the affected students on the unfortunate incident.

    This is contained in a statement issued by the Public Relations Officer of the University, Mr Abiodun Olarewaju, in Ile-Ife on Saturday.

    The commissioner was conducted round the scene of the incident by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Simeon Bamire, and other principal officers of the University, and visited the two health facilities where the students are receiving treatment.

    He expressed happiness that the affected students are responding to the treatment.

    Eluwole lauded the university management for its quick response to the emergency and prompt medical attention given to the students.

    Speaking to the four students being treated at the University Health and Medical Centre, the commissioner commended their bravery and wished them quick recovery.

    At the Neurological ward of the University Teaching Hospital where two other students are being treated, Eluwole pleaded with their parents to see what happened as a natural occurrence.

    He, thereafter, informed the vice chancellor that the Gov. Adeleke pledged to bankroll all medical expenses that may be incurred in the course of the treatment of the students.

    Responding, the vice-chancellor thanked the governor for being so kind and loving, stressing that his fatherly role to the students and the good people of Osun is commendable.

    A torrential rain on Thursday morning, accompanied with a whirlwind affected a part of the ceiling of the Amphitheatre as it fell off and injured some students.

  • Obasanjo endorses Gov Adeleke as his dancing partner

    Obasanjo endorses Gov Adeleke as his dancing partner

    Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has endorsed Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State as his dancing partner.

    Obasanjo made the remark at the inauguration of a VIP lodge in Osun Government House, on Sunday in Osogbo.

    He, however, told Adeleke, who is usually referred to as the “dancing governor”, to focus on governing the state and do so with honesty and integrity.

    “You remember that at one time I phoned you; I told you I didn’t have problems with your dancing. I said, ‘don’t leave dancing, but as you are dancing, ensure you are working’.

    “Some people once despise you as just a dancer, but I said only happy people dance; you are my dancing partner.

    “You have to be honest with your conscience, with the people and with your God.

    “You have to be a man of character. Let people say ‘when he sees opportunity to dance, he will dance, but he is a man of integrity, he is honest and works hard. It is very important.

    “Anywhere we meet, we would dance and rejoice, if anybody wants to abuse us, they should go ahead,” he said.

    Obsanjo also commended Adeleke on his developmental programmes in Osun.

    According to him, what he heard and saw since his arrival in the state was a testimony to the good work the governor was doing.

    “You are working on roads, don’t joke with it because when we make necessary provision for the people to have jobs, the state will work.

    “Many Yoruba people want to work, but what is impeding that is the road to ply.

    “When we provide wherewithal for them, they would work. I will plead with you to continue with that.

    “You said government is a continuum and that all the abandoned projects are being completed.  God will make it good for you,” he said

    In his remarks, Adeleke said that his administration would continue to ensure that laudable projects were completed for the common use of the people.

    The governor, who noted that the VIP lodge was started by the APC government, said that he completed it due to his belief that public infrastructure should not be politicised.

    “We assure all lovers of good governance that our administration is passionate about delivering on quality pro-peole policies for the benefit of all residents of the state,” he said.