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● APPRECIATES MASS SUPPORT FROM OSUN PEOPLE  Governor Ademola Adeleke has knocked the Osun state All Progressive Congress (APC) as suffering from acute political depression, declaring that his administration's infrastructure projects complied with best engineering and project implementation standards under its local content policy. Reviewing the state of his re-election campaign after touring nine local governments, Governor Adeleke expressed appreciation to Osun people for their massive show of support as he commissioned projects from one corner of the state to the other while seeking re-election next month. “I have toured nine local governments. The massive show of support is astounding. Osun people appreciate our various projects from Osogbo to Iwo to Ila to Ilesa to Ile Ife. Where Osun APC failed, my administration performed and our people are testifying. “Osun APC tried to stop our state from developing. The opposition diverted o...

The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has reiterated his committed to the development of Iwo, noting that the construction of the first ever dual-carriageway in the ancient town is a manifestation of his deep love for Iwo town. Governor Adeleke said his administration has changed the story of Iwo unlike the deceit that characterised the past under his predecessors, saying that the newly constructed dual carriageway will open up Iwo for genuine development. "In the past, Iwo had suffered neglect. These great people were abandoned by many past leaders," Governor Adeleke noted, adding that "Our administration changed that story. We stopped the fake saying of 'Iwo is my second city'. We opened up this city for genuine development. "In the beginning, some people doubted our sincerity. They thought we were playing politics when we announced the dualisation project.  "Today, we prove that we truly lov...

▪️Traditional Rulers Offer Royal Blessings Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke's second-term campaign gained further momentum on Wednesday, as Odo-Otin Local Government witnessed one of the largest political gatherings of the 2026 governorship campaign. Thousands of enthusiastic supporters thronged every community visited by the Governor in a resounding show of support for his re-election bid. From Okuku, Oyan, Inisa, Asi, Ekusa, Igbaye, Ekosin, Ijabe, Agbeye, Elemosho, Elemade and Opete, residents poured onto the streets in unprecedented numbers, chanting solidarity songs and declaring their resolve to return Governor Adeleke for a second term in the August 15 governorship election. The electrifying campaign tour transformed Odo-Otin into a sea of supporters as the people openly reaffirmed their confidence in Governor Adeleke's administration. They also declared that they had rejected the APC and its governorship ca...

● Commissions Landmark Projects  Governor Ademola Adeleke today commissioned six different projects at the University of Ilesa, declaring that he has fulfilled his electoral promises on the actualisation of the University. Speaking at the university campus amidst massive welcome rally by students and staff, the governor said “within such a short period, I am proud that the University has taken its rightful place within the Nigerian university system. Our baby is growing to become an adult” The governor spoke further: “To our royal fathers and the entire Ijesa sons and daughters, I have fulfilled my pledge to make this university a reality. Your dream, our dream, is now a reality that nobody can play politics with. “From audio pronouncement by the previous administration, our government enacted a state law establishing the university, providing a framework for its governance. We secured accreditation of several courses. “With strong political will...

● British Embassy Team to Conduct Pre-Election Monitoring The European Union Election Observer Mission is to monitor forthcoming Osun state governorship election in line with its tradition of observing and encouraging compliance with democratic norms, the Austrian Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Peter Guschelbauer has disclosed. He spoke at the Government House, Osogbo over the weekend while paying a courtesy visit to Governor Ademola Adeleke, assuring that the EU is interested in the entrenchment of democratic practices through free and fair elections. Mr Guschelbauer said the European Union hopes to see the Osun election conducted in compliance with Nigerian national electoral laws especially as the Osun polls is a prelude to Nigeria's general elections to be held in 2027. The Ambassador accompanied by the embassy's political adviser, commended the governor for instituting good governance and charged all political actors to play according to the rule in the ...

● Commends Security Agencies  Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State on the successful rescue of the pupils and teachers abducted in Oyo State, describing their unconditional release as cheering news for the nation. Governor Adeleke also praised the Nigerian Armed Forces and other security agencies for the professionalism, resilience and coordination that culminated in the safe release of the victims after weeks of painstaking operations. In a statement by his Spokesperson, Governor Adeleke said the development underscores the importance of sustained synergy among the nation's security institutions in confronting terrorism, banditry and other violent crimes. "I congratulate President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and my brother Governor Seyi Makinde on the successful rescue of the abducted pupils and teachers in Oyo State. Their safe return is a great relief to their fa...