Osun LG Crisis: Adeleke, Presidency Working on Negotiated Settlement, Says Rasheed
The Osun State Government and the Presidency are reportedly working towards a negotiated settlement of the lingering local government crisis in the state, with a resolution expected before the 2027 general elections. The spokesperson to Governor Ademola Adeleke, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, disclosed this during an appearance on the Frank Talk programme on Rave 91.7 FM on Wednesday, October 14, 2026. Rasheed said the governor and the Presidency were putting together a negotiating team to address the dispute surrounding local government administration in Osun State. He clarified, however, that he was not a member of the negotiating committee and was not familiar with the specific framework being considered to resolve the matter. According to him, the negotiation process is ongoing, and the parties involved are working towards finding a solution before the next general elections. Rasheed expressed optimism that the crisis would be resolved within the stated timeframe, urging resid...