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Eid al-Fitr: Mallam Olawale Rasheed Felicitates Muslims, Expresses Gratitude for Ramadan Prayers

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The Spokesperson to the Executive Governor of Osun State, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, has extended warm greetings to Muslims on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr, expressing gratitude to Almighty Allah for answered prayers during the holy month of Ramadan. In a goodwill message to mark the celebration, Rasheed conveyed heartfelt appreciation for the spiritual exercise observed by the faithful, noting that the period of fasting and supplication has yielded divine blessings. “With heartfelt gratitude and assurances of answered prayers from our supplications to Almighty Allah (S.A.W) during the holy month of Ramadan, Taqabbalallahu minna wa minkum,” he stated. He further congratulated the Muslim community on the successful completion of the fasting period, adding, “Eid Mubarak! Alhamdulillahi for our answered prayers.” Rasheed urged residents of Osun State and Nigerians at large to sustain the virtues of patience, sacrifice, and unity imbibed during Ramadan, emphasizing the need for pea...

Governor Adeleke Extols Faith, and Unity as Osun Muslims Celebrate Eid-el-Fitr

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Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, has congratulated Muslim faithfuls in Osun State on the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan.  In a statement signed by his Spokesperson, the Governor acknowledged “the devotion, and discipline demonstrated throughout Ramadan,” noting that the holy month represents “not only abstinence but a deep commitment to compassion, social justice, and community service.” Governor Adeleke gave “a strong assurance to the Muslim community in Osun State that his administration remains attentive to their aspirations, values their contributions, and will continue to protect their rights, support their institutions, and ensure fair inclusion in governance and development initiatives.” “Osun under my leadership will continue to be a state where religious harmony is preserved and where no group feels marginalised,” assuring that “policies and programmes of government will always reflect equity, sensitivity, and r...

ADELEKE GENERAL SUMMIT CONVENES EMERGENCY MEETING, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO ACCORD MEMBERSHIP DRIVE

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…Pledges Strong Support for Governor Ademola Adeleke’s Re-election Bid EDE - 18/03/2026 The Adeleke General Summit yesterday, Wednesday, March 18, 2026, convened an emergency meeting, commencing at 3:45 PM, with a renewed focus on strengthening the Accord Party membership registration drive and consolidating grassroots structures across the state. The meeting was formally declared open by the BOT Chairman, Honourable Lukman Afolabi, who warmly welcomed members and commended the  dedication demonstrated by the various support groups toward the continued growth and success of the movement. In his address, he highlighted the urgency of intensified engagement, emphasizing that only through collective commitment, strategic mobilization, and unity of purpose can the desired victory be achieved in the forthcoming 2026 Governorship election. He reiterated that the re-election of Governor Ademola Adeleke remains paramount, urging members to stay focused, consistent, ...

A Proud Moment of global engagement as Her Excellency, Amb. Erelu Ngozi Abeni Adeleke serves as one of the lead speakers at the CSW70, side event in New York, advancing impactful dialogue on development and humanitarian progress.

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By Blessing Adegbite  Her Excellency, Amb. Erelu Ngozi Abeni Adeleke, participated as one of the lead speakers at the National Finance Roundtable Meeting of the National Development Quota (NDQ) and the National Headstart Development Initiative (NHSDI) Strategic Dialogue. The event was held as a side meeting during the 70th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70) at the Nigeria House on 13th March 2026. The Roundtable brought together distinguished stakeholders and development partners from Nigeria and the United States, fostering meaningful engagement on national development and social progress. Notable Nigerian participants included Dr. Aminu Yusuf, Ambassador Abubakar Jidda, Chika Sylva-Olejeme, Dr. Kehinde Funmilayo, Dr. Emmanuel Nwaozuzu, Mrs. Olusola Jenyo, and Princess Afoma Ngumezi. Representatives from the United States included Dr. Asneth Council, Dr. Mojisola Bafunso, Sharita Garrett, Dr. Gorey V...

2027: Governor Adeleke Reaffirms Endorsement of President Tinubu

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● Commends Osun People for Mass Support for Accord   Governor Ademola Adeleke has again reaffirmed his endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for re-election in 2027,  appreciating Osun people for demonstrating mass endorsement for Accord. Addressing cabinet members, special advisers and top government officials at the government house, Governor Adeleke said the crisis rocking the local governments in Osun state has not affected his endorsement of the President during his days in the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP). “We have no problem with President Tinubu. He is our leader. He represents the South West. I restate our endorsement of Mr President for re-election in the best interest of the South West. “Our problem is with Minister Oyetola who has not gotten over his loss of 2022. We hold Mr. Oyetola accountable for the local government crisis rather than the President. Osun people also hold the same view. “I appreciate Osun people for their mass embrace of A...

Governor Adeleke Stops Planned PPP Deal at Ilesa College of Health Tech

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Governor Ademola Adeleke has directed the board and management of Osun State College of Health Technology, Ilesa to stop further processing of a public private partnership deal on the college's land. The governor's action was predicated on a review of the proposed agreement between the college and the private sector partner which was considered unfair and against the best interest of the college and the state. The governor then directed the board and the management of the college to discontinue the proposed PPP deal while the government looked inward to address the accommodation needs of the college. After the recent Sally Tibbot incident, Governor Adeleke has further instructed agencies, parastatals and tertiary institutions to beware of legal agreements and proposals that are injurious to their institutions and the state at large. Signed: Mallam Olawale Rasheed  Spokesperson to the State Governor.

OSUN 2026: OYEBAMIJI AND HIS BATTERED PUBLIC SERVICE RECORD

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By Sarafa Ibrahim There is something amusing about politics in Nigeria, and that is how a complete mess is often repackaged as the real deal for the people to embrace. This, is unfortunately the scenario playing out in Osun state chapter as the All Progressives Congress (APC) is doing everything to whitewash the public service record of its candidate Mr Bola Oyebamiji, and make him seem as the ideal choice for the electorate in the August 15 governorship poll. Since he was railroaded on his party as candidate, promoters of Oyebamiji have pushed so hard to create an entirely different impression from the reality of his past service record in the minds of an average voters. They were in such a hurry to play up his suitability for the office he is aspiring for that they either forgot or deliberately ignored that Mr. Oyebamiji's uninspiring records in public service are too glaring to be manipulated. Governorship seat is a huge responsibility and the measure of capacity is ...