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In recent time, opposition elements in Osun state, especially of the All Progressives Congress (APC) extraction, have made it a habit to push a wrong impression of profligacy on Governor Ademola Adeleke. A recent example was an article by one Adebayo Adedeji, which attempted to stuck imaginary sense of financial recklessness on Governor Adeleke, conjuring numbers to sell his disjointed narrative. At the heart of Adedeji's mischief lies a claim that N44.6 billion was spent on maintaining the governor and his associates in two years. While that claim has no basis in facts, it is important to highlight Adedeji's penchant for falsehood to drive political agenda, against verifiable evidences. By the record, the expenditure for the Governor's Office, which I must stress for the umpteenth time, extends beyond Mr. Governor for the 2023 fiscal year, was N15.925 billion.  This amount includes, but not limited to capital expenditure incurred on the renovation of government...

  The Osun State Executive Council has approved the appointment of Prince Timileyin Oluyemi Ajayi, a United Kingdom based IT engineer as the Olojudo of Ido Ajegunle in Obokun local government of Osun state. The new king who studied Office and Information Management at Lead City University Ibadan, Nigeria before his sojourn abroad, is an entrepreneur and business owner who invested in the hospitality and the agricultural industry. Other approved new kings are Prince Emmanuel Adesokan Ayoola as the Oluwaro of Iwaro in Ife North Local Government Area and  Prince Kazeem Deji Ogungbe as Oniwata of Iwata in Irewole Local Government. The Council further approves the elevation of Baale Owajigbo of Ejigbo-Orangun; Baale Owamagbon of Ila, Baale Owafaye of Obalogbo-Ila (Ila Traditional Council); Baale Osi Okero-Ife, Baale Mayowa Ifegunle-Ife; Olu of Apatalami-Ife; Baale Ayede Temidire Town; Baale Akingbade of Ayetutu Ipoye-Ife (Ife Traditional Council). Other elevations inclu...

A few days ago, a social commentator, Mewolaka, stirred a big political debate in Osun state, when she swerved from her known political trajectory by acknowledging the exceptional performance of Governor Ademola Adeleke in office. She was clearly not a fan of the governor but was captivated by his deliveries in office in two years that she bluntly asserted that "forget about dancing and grammar, the man performed beyond my expectations." This was unusual and the strength of her truth unsettles those who cannot handle it. The new standing of Mewolaka, who was opposed to the election of Governor Adeleke in 2022, is grounded not in sentiment but in the tangible deliveries of the governor in two years. Her emphasis was on meeting the people's need, which she vigorously concede that Governor Adeleke has done incredibly well. Although, what she said was nothing out of the ordinary but coming from someone who had before doubted the capacity of Governor Adeleke to del...

The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has eulogized the First Executive Governor of the state, Senator Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke as torchbearer for impactful leadership, noting that his 70th birthday posthumously is a solemn reminder of the life of service that defined him. Governor Adeleke who acknowledged Senator Isiaka Adeleke as a mentor and benefactor, said the late politician has been a great guide in his life trajectory, influencing his passion for service and positively impacting lives. The Governor notes that the late Serubawon is more than a brother to him, but a legend who lived for the people and left a legacy of good governance, hailing him for inspiring a generation of young people to pursue life aspirations and make meaning of their lives. "On this day, I honour the life of an exceptional human that blessed our lives more than we can ever imagine, Senator Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke, as he marks 70th birthday posthumously. As the First ...

Hack writers are appearing on the stage to test water and to project possibility of a change of guard at Abere in 2026. The strange thing is that the logic of their write up is weak even as they fail to address the lack of electable aspirants within the fold of the APC. Below are the seven reasons why Osun APC cannot beat Governor Adeleke in 2026: 1. Strong united front within the state PDP:  The state PDP is united from local to state level in its resolve to back Governor Adeleke for a second term. The Senator representing Osun East and key leaders from the zone have backed the incumbent for its numerous developmental delivery for Ijeshaland. The case of Hon Wole Oke is a local question. His people said No to his bid for a seventh term as House of Representatives member. In what way does that affect Governor Adeleke? For Osun West, the Governor has a solid home base in both Ede and Iwo alongside such towns as Ejigbo, Ikire, Gbongan, Odeomu among others. For Osun centra...

Spokesperson to Governor Ademola Adeleke, Mallam Olawale Rasheed has declared the opposition party APC in Osun State as unelectable, as the struggle to find a credible candidate within the APC intensifies. He also dismissed as “fake news from the out of hell”, reports that Governor Adeleke has made several attempts to join the opposition party.  “The report reflects the depth of unelectability of the APC in the 2026 guber election as the opposition is at a crossroad over acute short supply of electable aspirants. The opposition has noticed the futility of fielding the former Governor, confused over the cantankerous nature of Senator Ajibola Bashiru and in disarray over the featherweight, Oyebamiji from Ikirre whose traditional leaders have endorsed a second term bid for Governor Adeleke. “By the fake reports, the opposition is indirectly preparing for the possibility and eventuality of a second term win for the State Governor. The ‘Imole’ winning signal must have become...

 Leading media outlet, Nigerian NewsDirect has selected Osun State Governor, Sen. Ademola Adeleke as the Governor of the Year for his achievements in Wealth Creation and Capacity Building.  The prestigious award which was presented to awardees at the 14th Anniversary and Awards ceremony of NewsDirect, honoured private and public sector achievers who have demonstrated exemplary leadership. The Anniversary Committee and Editorial board of Nigerian NewsDirect in its communication to the Governor noted that the Governor was accorded the honour for his strides in rejigging the state's cooperative economy to ensure wealth is distributed across board. The newspaper also praised the Governor for prioritizing capacity building through various educational and skill empowerment programmes. "Your achievements in creating wealth despite the odds that are not always in favour of Nigerians and your commitment to capacity building demonstrates your resilience in achieving economic...

By Dinho-Apomu A Yoruba maxim says, "If a matter is not serious enough, one shouldn't go into excessive details about it". The communities of Apomu, Ikoyi, and Ikire share a rich history and bond that once united us as one family. In the past, the three communities shared a local government under the old Oyo state with Irewole Ikire as the headquarters, and it was common for individuals from Apomu and Ikoyi to identify as Ikire indigenes while describing their town to the people outside their community, commonly among the people staying in Lagos, Abuja and outside the country Despite sharing a rich heritage, Apomu and Ikoyi have not benefited from the desired development and transformation, whereas Ikire has been fortunate enough to produce distinguished leaders, including the first female Speaker of the Nigerian National Assembly, Rt Hon. Patricia Olubunmi Etteh, a Deputy Governor, Commissioner for Finance currently the National Inland Waterways Authority bos...

ACCRA- 08/01/2025- Osunstate.gov.ng  Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun state has called on leaders of Ghana and Nigeria to extend the close partnership between the two countries to subnational levels for mutually beneficial outcomes. The State Governor issued the statement after a close door meeting with President Mahama at his residence in Accra, praising the historical relationship between the two countries as deserving of further elevation. “We congratulate our brother, president Mahama on his assumption of office. We hail President Bola Tinubu on his great outing at the inauguration. On this auspicious occasion, we seek the relationship between the two nations to be taken to the level of subnational partnership. “The Ghana-Nigeria Commission should specially encourage state - regional governments cooperations. This will help our two nations to attain further developmental cooperation. “We rejoice with the people of Ghana and we look forward to new opportunities with ...

Assures them of his commitment to providing necessary support. Osun state government remains committed to providing necessary support for the veterans and the Armed Forces just as it will ensure regular interface  to ensure consistent attention to pressing issues facing them. Governor Ademola Adeleke stated this at this year's launching of appeal fund and emblem decoration in commemoration of the Armed Forces Remembrance Day. Addressing the gathering, Governor Ademola Adeleke said that the  event symbolizes the depth of national gratitude to the service personnel who engage in the most fatal of all national services,in the defence of the territorial integrity of Nigeria and maintenance of internal cohesion. Governor Adeleke who spoke through his deputy Prince kola Adewusi saluted the courage, gallantry and self immolation of officers and men of the military.  Paying a glowing tribute ...

The law of entropy states that if you leave anything, it disintegrates, it does not appreciate and organize itself.  Newton’s first law also states that an object at rest remains at rest, or if in motion, remains in motion at a constant velocity unless acted on by a net external force.  I decided to state these two laws because development is connected to it and I will try to explain it in plain terms because I have watched overtime how one decision can either move a state forward or take it backwards. Let me be clear before I start that, in simple terms what I mean is that Osun state before Ademola Adeleke was in a state of entropy, a state where things were disintegrating, I would never have alluded to the name “State of Osun”, which has already been abolished and besides even when it was yet in use, I never agreed to the name in the first place. Now there is a rhetorical question a motorcyclist raised a few months ago, he said “If Adeleke Did Everything, What Wi...

OSOGBO - 04/01/2025 - Osunstate.gov.ng  Governor Ademola Adeleke has issued stern warning to youth groups behind recent attacks on the Ajeniju of Hallelujah, Oba Jelil Olaiya and the burning of his palace, directing security agencies to fish out those behind the dastardly acts. The Governor who frowned at resorting to self help by some elements within the Ido Osun community said he has directed the Commissioner of Police to secure the troubled areas and arrest the ringleaders of the violent actions. The Governor who has spoken with the Ajeniju of Hallelujah who is presently recuperating from the attacks, also further directed the Olojudo of Ido Osun, Oba Olayinka Oyetunde Ishola to call his rampaging youth to order amidst ongoing law enforcement. According to the Governor, resorting to violence to resolve communal disputes is unacceptable and those found wanting will face the full wrath of the law. “Aside from law enforcement, I have further directed the Commissioner fo...

...Describes Him as a Bridge Builder with a Heart of Gold OSOGBO | 4/1/2025 osungov.ng.gov The Management and Staff of the Osun State Ministry of Information and Public Enlightenment have joined in celebrating the remarkable achievements of their Commissioner, Oluomo Kolapo Alimi, as he marks 55 years of impactful existence. They emphasized their gratitude for the abundant blessings and love of God in his life. This was contained in a congratulatory message signed by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Public Enlightenment, Hon. Eniola Odeniyi, who described the Commissioner as an exemplary politician and legal practitioner. In his five and a half decades, Oluomo Kolapo Alimi has distinguished himself as a bridge builder and dependable ally to many. Part of the statement made available to the press reads: "Our Dear Oluomo Kolapo Alimi, we celebrate your exceptional leadership as the Numero Uno of our Ministry. "On this special occasion of your birthday, we ackn...

● I Won't Abandon God and the People -Gov Adeleke OSOGBO - 02/01/2025 - Osunstate.gov.ng  It was a galore of mass endorsement for the second term of office for Governor Ademola Adeleke and adoration of God at the 2025 annual inter-religious prayer held today at the Government Secretariat. The event, attended by top religious leaders, leading traditional rulers and workers of the Osun state government witnessed several cycles of prayers for the Governor, his team and the entire state for delivery of good governance beyond 2026 to 2030. One after the other, leading Muslim and Islamic leaders rolled out the many good things happening to Osun state under Governor Adeleke and followed it up with fervent prayers to God for continuity of Adeleke governorship beyond 2026. The President of the League of Imams and Alfas in Osun state, Sheikh Musa Animasahun who led other religious leaders declared that the good delivery of services by Governor ...

OSOGBO - 01/01/2025 - Osunstate.gov.ng  Governor Ademola Adeleke has promised a renewed focus on soft infrastructure in the 2025 fiscal year after a relentless two years of  infrastructural upgrade of the state. Addressing the people of Osun state and residents for the new year, the state Governor who recalled the many advances of his administration across the sectors noted that the new year will witness new and continuation of old social programmes designed to cushion the effect of the hard time on the people of the state. “This new year will witness extensive implementation of soft infrastructure. The goal is to ensure that good roads are complemented by strong bodies, strong citizens, and residents”, the Governor assured the people. While assuring completion of all ongoing projects and new ones listed in the 2025 budget, Governor Adeleke emphasised that his only motivation will continue to be the well-being of the good people of Osun state, promising “to remain ...