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OSOGBO – 26/11/2023 – Osunstate.gv.ng

Governor Ademola Adeleke has declared that his administration surpassed the annual good governance target it set while assuming office in November 27, 2022.

The Governor made this assertion in a special interview granted to some journalists before embarking on a working vacation.

“When I assumed office, we had benchmarks and deliverables according to each sectors. Our team sets milestones to achieve in health, education, infrastructures, ICT, agriculture, youth, women among others. I looked back and I can tell you we performed beyond our plans.

The opposition APC is still nursing the wound of their electoral defeat. So the party is ashamed to see the positive changes we are recording in the state. Our achievements are there for all to see.

“In the road sector, we reconstructed a total of 90 kilometers of roads with another 45 kilometers ongoing. We completed key intercity roads like the Ikirun-Osogbo road while Iwo-Osogbo is ongoing. We completely rehabilitated 31 schools with another 31 in the pipelines. We built 332 water projects while major water works at Iwo, Ede, Osogbo, Eko ende are under rehabilitation.

“We focused on the health sector through Imole medical outreach which provides immediate surgeries with over 50 000 beneficiaries so far. We address welfare needs of doctors and we have selected 345 health centers in the state for complete rehabilitation.

“In science and technology, we introduced a digital economy agenda with new ICT and tech innovations policies. We developed a bill to domesticate the Nigeria Startup Act and launched programmes to deepen internet penetration of the state through broadband fiber optic projects.

“I reformed the public service by ensuring professionalism. I launched a phased payment of inherited pension and half salary debt. I just enrolled all pensioners in the health insurance scheme. We have done a lot in just under one year.

“I am repositioning the tourism sector into a tourism and cultural industry. A lot of work is ongoing into raising the sector as a major revenue source for Osun state. In my advocacy for positive change, I’ve emphasized the power of entertainment. Our administration is actively creating an environment for the thriving of our creatives.

“The sport sector is undergoing major reform. We are setting up a sports commission and expanding into other games beyond football. In agriculture, we are working on the establishment of agric processing zones as well as further support for mechanization of farming in the state. And of course, we have restored the local government system with elections to hold in a year or so. Grassroot government is now ongoing.

“For the mining sector , like I recently stated, we are recording an increase in revenue generation. Accumulated service charges on our licenses have been cleared. We are at the tail end of upgrading our exploration leases to mining leases. We are now operating an environmentally friendly operation. EIA (Environmental Impact Assessment) and EMP ( Environmental management plan) is now a must before mining operation”, the Governor noted in the interview.

While thanking the people of Osun state for their support and prayers, Governor Adeleke assured them of his steadfast commitment to deliver on his five point agenda , adding “Osun is on the path of sustainable growth and development.

Signed:
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the State Governor.

OSOGBO – 16/11/2023 – osunstate.gov.ng

The Commissioner for Justice and Attorney General of Osun State,Mr Wole Jimi-Bada has cleared Governor Ademola Adeleke of involvement in the stepping aside of Mrs Adepele Ojo, which was predicated on a petition that prompted her being ask to step aside from office.

In a statement issued on Thursday evening, the Commissioner narrated that a strongly worded petition was sent to the State Judicial Service Commission and the State House of Assembly, which lead to the hearing and eventual resolution of the State House of Assembly to ask the the Chief Judge to step aside.

The House further launched investigation into the allegation contained in the said petition and even summoned the Chief Judge to appear before its investigative committee.

As part of its investigation, the House passed a resolution recommending that the State Governor should ask the Chief Judge to step aside and appoint an acting Chief Judge pending the outcome of the investigation by both the House of Assembly and the NJC to which the matter has been referred.

As the Governor believes so much in due process, rule of law and fear of God, he approved the recommendation with a caveat that if the Chief Judge is found to be innocent, she should return to her position.

According to the Commissioner, Governor Adeleke only acted to ensure that there is no vacuum by appointing an acting Chief Judge as a temporary measure.

We want to assert that the Governor was not the writer of the petition nor is the Governor the retinue of persons who provided multiple evidence as regards the conduct of the Chief Judge, as contained in the petition.

By appointing an acting Chief Judge, the Governor only acted to ensure there is no vacuum and there is no tampering with potential evidence while the investigation lasted.

Signed
Hon Wole Bada,
Hon Commissioner for Justice/Attorney General

OSOGBO– 15/11/2023– osunstate.gov.ng

Osun State Government has lambasted the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state for the misconceived notion on the running of the state owned institution, Osun State University, (UNIOSUN), saying the rudderless opposition cannot pretend to be what it is not.
The Government notes with disgust the mischief that the position of the Osun APC on UNIOSUN clearly portrayed, recalling the huge neglect that education sector, particularly UNIOSUN suffered throughout the ruinous years of the APC led administration in Osun state.

We are quick to note that UNIOSUN was left in a shambolic and ruinous positions by the APC administration to the point that it had no capital project or meaningful interventions over the years, which obviously weighed negatively on the growth of the institution, until the intervention of God sent administration of His Excellency, Senstor Ademola Adeleke.

We are using this medium to quickly cast the mind of the general public to the open admission of the Vice Chancellor of UNIOSUN, Professor Clement Odunayo, on the intervention of the Adeleke administration in the institution, resulting in the completion of many impactful projects for the university community within a short period of time.
With this open acknowledgement of no less a person than the Uniosun Vice Chancellor, we are particularly irked and benumbed by the toothless APC misgiving regarding this citadel of learning as it invested no dime on in it since 2010.
The only visible infrastructures in UNIOSUN were either those erected at the point of commencement or those solely sponsored by the TETFUND.

Yet, the APC that made no contribution whatsoever in that school is accusing the Adeleke administration of taking steps that would have negative bearing on the institution.
The public is already in the know that APC as a political party is composed of nothing but irredentism that no right thinking person should take serious.
We want to ,therefore,affirm the commitment of the Adeleke administration to giving the needed support, not just to UNIOSUN, but all other public institutions owned by the state. We also want to assure the general public, particularly the good people of Osun state , that this administration will not trade their interests as the APC did in the case of LAUTECH University and still not account for whatever come from such ignoble act.

Signed:
Oluomo Kolapo Alimi,
Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment.

OSOGBO- 15/11/2023 – osunstate.gov.ng

The attention of the Osun State Government has been drawn to a doctored video being circulated on social media by agents of the opposition and fake news peddlers.

Governor Ademola Adeleke and Ooni of Ife, HRM Oba Enitan Ogunwusi Ojaja II enjoy the best of relations as evident by the cordial exchange of pleasantries at the Palace of Osemawe of Ondo at the coronation of Senator Olubiyi Ajagunla.

We are by this medium appealing to members of the public to disregard the doctored video in its entirety while we have uploaded the original videos for public consumption.

Signed:
Oluomo Kolapo Alimi
Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment.

OSOGBO- 14/11/2023 – osunstate.gov.ng

The Executive Governor of Osun State, His Excellency, Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke has felicitated with Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State on his re-election for another term.

Following his declaration by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) after the conclusion of the Bayelsa state gubernatorial election on Monday, Governor Adeleke noted that his victory is testament to his stellar performance in his first tenure.

“This re-election is a recognition of your achievement and dedication to the development and prosperity of your people which I personally witnessed when I was privileged to commission the Section 4 of the Igbogene-AIT-Elebele Outer Ring Road in Yenagoa”.

Governor Adeleke recalled his admonition to Bayelsa people during the project commissioning while thanking the people of Bayelsa for staying with the winning team.

“I urged the good people of Bayelsa not to change a winning team, I am happy that with your re-election, Bayelsans have chosen to stay with the winning team.”

The Governor prayed for continuous guidance for the Governor and his team to continue to deliver good governance to Bayelsa people.

“I pray that under your leadership Bayelsa State and her people will continue to grow and prosper” the statement concluded.

Signed:
Mallam Olawale Rasheed
Spokesman to the Executive Governor.

OSOGBO– 14/11/2023– osunstate.gov.ng

The Spokesperson to the Osun State Governor, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, has rejoiced with the Pioneer Chairman of Online Publishers in the state, Mr. Ayobami Agboola, on the auspicious occasion of his birthday, acknowledging his sense of dedication to truthfully informing the public.

Mallam Rasheed notes Mr. Agboola’s contributions to enriching the journalism field in Osun state as reflective in his consistent interest in illuminating important issues on governance and properly highlighting the voice of the public.

He lauds Mr. Agboola’s commitment to transparency and desire for positive change, pointing out that his insightful reporting has not only informed the public but has also contributed to the discourse that shaped our society.

“I celebrate my good brother, Mr. Ayobami Agboola, as he marks a new age today. Mr. Agboola is a fine professional who uses his pen to educate and stimulate discourse towards a better society,” he noted

“Through his works, the public is better informed and he serves as a suitable reference to aspiring journalists. On this day just as always, I recognize your impactful contribution to drive positive progress in our society.

“May this special day be filled with joy and happiness while hoping that you will continue on the path of promoting truthful information to the public.”

Signed:
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
The Spokesperson to the Osun State Governor.

OSOGBO-14/11/2023- Osunstate.gov.ng

The National Council on Climate Change has selected Osun state as a pilot site for the carbon investment project to be sited on some selected forest reserves and national parks in Nigeria.

In a letter sent to the State Ministry of Environment, the NCCC which selected Ago Owu forest in Ayedaade local government said the project aims to support the implementation of the National Climate Change Action Plan and the Nationally Determined Contributions under the Paris Agreement.

“The Project is a tripartite collaboration between the Dryada/Noblesse Green Energy, the Presidency,and the National Council on Climate Change. The aDryada/Noblesse Green Energy (NGE) is a company that is involved in investment for carbon offset in Energy and land-based sources. The project will provide technical and financial assistance to the state to develop and implement low-carbon and climate-resilient strategies in key sectors such as forestry,agriculture,and energy.

“The Carbon Investment project is driven by the growing recognition of the need to address climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. By investing in carbon related projects such as this, stakeholders can contribute to the global efforts to combat climate change and promote a more sustainable future. As a pilot state, you will have the opportunity to showcase your leadership and innovation in addressing climate change and enhancing sustainable development. You will also benefit from the exchange of best practices and lessons learned with other pilot states and stakeholders”, the national council posited in the letter.

The Osun State Commissioner for Environment and Sanitation, Hon. Mayowa Adejoorin who led the Osun State team at an interactive meeting with the NCCC team led by Mr. Kingsley Nwajuba described Osun State Governor as a friendly and approachable Governor who is committed to doing everything necessary to make sure that the project become successful, and the State is placed in a vantage position on issues of Climate Change in the country and globally.

The Commissioner equally thanked the Chairman of the Governor’s Advisory Council on renewable energy and climate change Mallam Olawale Rasheed, for facilitating the project to be brought to Osun State.

Speaking during the meeting, the Chairman of Osun Governor’s Advisory Council on renewable energy and climate change, Mallam Olawale Rasheed said the state government under the leadership of Senator Ademola Adeleke is seriously committed to implementation of action plans on Climate Change while adding that the state government has approved raising of tree seedlings for planting of trees to rejuvenate our forest reserves. He also promised the backing of the carbon investment project with adequate political will to see that the project become a fruitful engagement.

Earlier, the team lead from the NCCC had stated that the nomination of Osun state by the Federal Government was done after thorough considerations and final approval from the Paris headquarters of the “Dryada/Noblesse Green Energy (NGE) Company” in conjunction with the NCCC and the the Presidency on the project.

Part of activities of the project include the rejuvenation of the Ago-Owu Forest Reserve and Livelihood support to communities around the forest reserve. This will ultimately transform into opportunities for the State to be involved in “Carbon Trading” while the socio-economics status of people in the area will be improved. Mr. Nwajuba stated that the interactive meeting which will also followed by a physical visit to the project site is part of the preparation preceding Nigeria attendance at this year’s “International Conference of Parties on Climate Change (COP28) that is billed to come up in the United Arab Emirates by the end of this year, 2023.

In the concluding remarks, it was emphasized that all hands must be on deck in Osun state as every Ministry is expected to have a climate desk to pursue the Climate Change mainstreaming Agenda for the State.

Further, the representative of the Director General of National Council on Climate Change, Mr. Kingsley Nwawuba said that issues of safe relocation of famers within the Forest Reserve shall be carefully addressed in an harmonious manner that will guarantee a win win situation for all stakeholders among others.
The Permanent Secretary Ministry of Environment and Sanitation Mr. Richard Oyegbami appreciated the team from Abuja and the Osun State team. He assured the NCCC team of a very cordial working relationship with the Osun State team for successful implementation of the project and other efforts on renewable energy and climate change promotion.

Signed
Olubunmi Badiora,
Information Officer,
Ministry of Environment and Sanitation.