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Governor of Osun, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, and the Emir of Borgu, Muhammed Sani Dantoro, have said the unity of Nigeria should remain uppermost in the minds of Nigerians in view of the current socio-religious crisis in the country.
 

 
The duo reiterated the need for the unity of Nigeria as a means to guarantee the continued existence among the citizenry.
A statement by the Bureau of Communication and Strategy signed by its Director Semiu Okanlawon quoted the duo as speaking When the Emir of Borgu Kingdom  visited Aregbesola at the Government House, Osogbo.
The Governor said the pursuance of the unity of Nigeria and wishing Nigeria well is the same thing as helping Nigeria to assist Africa to make an impact in the world.
He said it will be difficult for the country to grow if all that exists in the country is ethnic violence and sectarian struggles, which he said will always draw back the hand of progress of the country.
Aregbesola said all Nigeria needs as a nation to attain its desired height of greatness is for us all regardless of socio-economic, religious and ethnic differences, to work together in love and unity to meet the common good of the nation.
According to him, “As democrats, as patriots, as nationalists and as those, who believe in the unity of Nigeria, we must do the needful to make Nigeria great.
“If we are talking about Africa and the Black race, why Nigeria must be strong, great and progressive, resourceful and a leading nation in Africa, is because of her geographical composition and by the resources embedded in the nation.
“Nigeria is the only nation on earth that can rebuild worldwide the black image, that notion of a people that deserves respect, recognition and a good place among the diversified human race, Nigeria is the only nation with the capacity to so do.
“Wishing Nigeria well, we should use the power of greatness of Nigeria to foster unity, peace and harmonious relationship in various sectors.
“It is sine qua non to Nigeria meeting her historic responsibility to black race in African continent.
“Africa continent can only make impact in the world if Nigeria has used its correct position as the leading nation in Africa.
“Nigeria cannot so do if we are mired in the squabbles, unnecessary bickering and distorted aspiration occasioned by hatred, ethnic conflict and secretarian struggle.
While describing the Emir of Borgu Kingdom as a royal family of patriots, nationalists and genuine democrats,  who believes that Nigeria deserves the best leadership, Aregbesola lauded the efforts of the Emir”s late father put together in promoting unity among Nigerians.
He added, “My administration has had a fantastic relationship with this kingdom as this could be manifested in things we had done together to revive the peaceful coexistence among Nigerian people.
“Whatever it is that we are experiencing today as a coalition or alliance between the North and the Western part of Nigeria, the father of the current Emir of Borgu played a huge role in facilitating and ensuring the ultimate consummation of the long expected harmony between the leading progressive politicians of the North and traditional progressive politicians of the West.
“The late Emir of Borgu spent a huge part of his life encouraging a fantastic and harmonious relationship with Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu and President Muhammed Buhari.
“This Emir is from the family of patriots, nationalists and genuine democrats, who believes that our nation deserves the best leadership, who are dedicated and committed patriotic nationalists.
“This is what we should be doing in Nigeria to demonstrate our unity and our appreciation of it.
“The relationship between Yoruba and Borgu has in no doubt lasted for centuries. We have had an age long fine relationship and I believe that this your efforts will be a confirmation of our age long relationship and unity.
“So, I see this visit as a clear demonstration of your commitment to the greatest of Nigeria, which must be the concern of all us as we must all take a cue from this rather than fan the embers of hate, disquiet and unnecessary squabble and primordial sentiment.
“Let us promote anything that can uplift our nation in the interest of all in bringing love, harmony and preaching togetherness and encouraging inter-ethnic collaboration and cooperation and relationship that will facilitate stronger ties between and among ourselves.
“This is the only way to promote love, peace and unity, which could be translated to all round growth and development”, Aregbesola added.
In his remarks, the Emir of Bogu Kingdom called on the Governor to be at the forefront of championing peace and harmony among all the governors in Nigeria, stressing that Nigerians have a responsibility to work towards saving the country together.
He urged the leaders and citizens in the country to continue to preach peace and love instead of religious acrimony for the country to continue to live as one.
The Royal father, who described clashes and crisis among humans as madness, explained that every Nigerian needs to continue to preach peace as emphasised by all religions.
The Emir of Borgu also called on leaders in the country to jettison political differences and anything that can hinder the unity of Nigeria, saying it is time for all to consciously work for the common goal of moving the nation forward.
“We have to do a lot to keep this country together. Nigeria is for everyone of us and we must do all we could to make this country work.
“The unity of this nation is a duty of all irrespective of our status and backgrounds be it social, political, religious or ethnic.
“We must see the unity and peace of Nigeria as a clarion call to duty. One of the responsibilities required from all is to preach peace and do our best in fostering unity, peace and love regardless of our tribe, religion beliefs, ethnic groups and political differences.
“We need to come together to speak and act with one mind sincerely so that this country can continue to be united and fostered for the benefit of all.
“Crises and clashes that have been happening in some parts of the country are unnecessary. It is a madness for a nation like Nigeria to condone such.  So we have to do our best to preach peace and put every possible end to this menace.
“It is our responsibility to surmount these challenges and address issues bordering on our peaceful cohabitation.
“We have to work together as a nation and champion courses that can make us more united than ever before.
“I want Governor Aregbesola to take a lead on the peaceful advocacy of Nigerian nation. Please use your good offices to canvass peace among your colleagues.
“I want you to be a champion that will lead your colleagues on the need to strengthen peaceful co-existence and unity of Nigeria.
“We want peace in all parts of this country.  You have been doing your best in this regard but I want you to double your efforts

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The Australian High Commissioner to Nigeria, Mr. Paul Lehmann on Tuesday said he was proud over the achievements made by the Rauf Aregbesola led administration in Osun.
 

 
He expressed excitement on what he described as unprecedented the successes recorded by the Osun state government in all aspects governance.
This was even as Osun and Australian governments cemented partnership on agricultural revolution.
A statement by the Director, Bureau of Communication and Strategy, Semiu Okanlawon quoted the envoy as speaking during a courtesy call on the governor in his office in Osogbo.
The Australian High Commissioner who led other Australian representatives in Nigeria lauded the social protection initiatives of Governor Aregbesola, a gesture which according to him remain one of the best in the world.
The Envoy who commended the state government of Osun for reawakening the consciousness of its people to the path of greatness, said his visit to the state has given him an ample opportunity to be exposed to myriads of achievements made by Aregbesola’s government.
Lehmann said with what he saw in Osun, it is not a doubt that Osun has taken a bold step in bringing to the people the core dividends of democracy which government and governance stand to achieve.
He said his tours to some of the projects already executed and completed by the Aregbesola’s government is a clear manifestation to the commitment which the state had made towards the development of humanity.
According to Lehmann, the Osun governor has not only put into practice what government and governance represent but also exhibited clearly the role expected of any serious government in consciously rebranding the society and make it liveable for the its people.
The Australian High Commissioner maintained that the continued support given to education by the state would in no doubt bring a brighter future to the state and as well enhance the capacity of the state economically, socially and politically as education remains the bedrock of development in any society.
Lehmann who identified education, agriculture and security as major areas to which the state had invested hugely on said, Osun has sincerely demonstrated that development could only be achieved in a society built on virile educational foundation.
“Educating young people will definitely revive the society and secure a better future for all because it is the only educated mind that advance the potentials of the society for the benefits of all.
“I have gone round the town. I have seen some of the interventions of this administration in all sectors most especially in education, agriculture and security.
“These are the major sectors on which government and governance are based. I was marveled when I visited some of the state-of-the-arts schools constructed by the Aregbesola led government.
“I have seen the good governance in action in Osun because the state has without any sense of doubt done so much on the need to affect the lives of her people positively as this could be deduced from all I saw.
“I have been made to realise the so much efforts and commitment put together by the state on security as it is today on records that this state is one of the peaceful if not most peaceful state in Nigeria.
“This is a good way to go because it is only a secured society that can boast of possible development. I am happy and delighted over these strides and the intervention of the state harness the agricultural potentials of the state to better the lives of the citizens.
“Infact I don’t regret to visit this state because I am overwhelmed with the pace of development all around.
“So I have seen how this state has provided for the future population explosion as keen interest is not only developed on infrastructure but also on the well being of the citizenry.
” I commend Mr Governor for making Osun, Nigeria and Africa proud with his achievements”, Lehmann stated.
While assuring the state of partnership, the Australian High Commissioner said the country would support Osun government in mining sector, education, agriculture and security so as for the government to advance in its dreams to the people.
“I am here to know which area we can be of help to each other and as well advance our business and trade partnership.
” Australia is vast in mining, sports, agriculture, husbandry and education and for this singular reason my visit has made me to see the need to strengthen cooperation with your government on education, agriculture and other sensitive areas.
“Since the state is blessed with mineral resources, I am assuring you of country’s fruitful partnership for Osun to accomplish all her dreams”, he assured.
In his remarks, the Governor of Osun, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola called for a symbiotic and collaborative partnership between Osun and Australian governments in mining, education, security and animal husbandry.
He said Australia being the world leader in mining and animal husbandry could be of greater supporter to the state in promoting and advancing the agricultural potentials of Osun.
According to him, we want to collaborate with your government so as to properly harness our potentials in agriculture, mining and education sectors.
“It is on record that Australia is the world leader in mining and animal husbandry, the areas which to us can bring genuine development to our people if a better relationship is fostered between your government and our state.
“Since our economy is primarily driven by agriculture, hence the need to revamp the sector by all means and your collaboration in this regard will be of tremendous initiatives”, Aregbesola added.
While commending the Envoy for identifying with the achievements of the state, Aregbesola reassured his government’s commitment to take Osun to an enviable heights that would be cherished globally.

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The South-West governors yesterday met in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, to deliberate on how to chart a common agenda to fast-track the development of the region.
 

 
The meeting, hosted by Ogun State Governor Ibikunle Amosun, was attended by all the six governors in the region, including Abiola Ajimobi (Oyo), Rotimi Akeredolu (Ondo), Akinwunmi Ambode (Lagos), Ayo Fayose (Ekiti) and Rauf Aregbesola (Osun).
They met under the aegis of Western Nigeria Governors’ Forum, a meeting put together by Development Agenda for Western Nigeria (DAWN), a technocratic institution for the sustainable development of the region, which according to Amosun, had been the vanguard for socio-economic and re-engineering of the South-West.
At the end of the four-hour meeting, all the participants agreed that regional integration as a sustainable economic development paradigm presents the Western Region, and indeed the whole of Nigeria, a pathway into economic prosperity for all.
A communique read by Amosun stated, among others:
• “A joint task force and joint actions will be pursued and sustained on security threats to guarantee the safety of lives, property and prosperity of the people of the region.
• “The competitive advantage of constituent states would be harnessed for sustainable regional development.
• “In order to improve the food security of the region, DAWN should convene a regional agric summit to be held in Ibadan.
• “Approval is given for the establishment of a Western Nigeria Export Development Initiative (WENEDI) to drive the export potentials of the region.”
• “A committee be set up for codification of our values and ethos as an instrument of Yoruba uniqueness to strengthen our identity and unity of purpose.”
Also, the governors agreed that the artificial boundaries of states, religions, political affiliations, among others, would not be a barrier to regional development and urged all the states to be encouraged to significantly improve bilateral and multilateral co-operation to foster regional development.
Amosun had in his welcome address charged his colleagues not to allow themselves to be used as “instruments of division”.
He stated that creation of states from the Old Western Region in 1976, which should have been an impetus for development in the South-West, had been “allowed to create artificial boundaries between the Yoruba nation.”
“To further worsen the situation, some of our people are also making themselves available as instruments of division because of their selfish political gains. The consequence is that our people begin to see themselves as a people of one state or the other rather than as a sub-unit of the entity of the Yoruba people,” he said.

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The Justice Moshood Adekunle Adeigbe-led Committee for the Review of the Osun State High Court Amended (Civil Procedure) Rules, 2008 will begin its assignment with the inaugural sitting on Wednesday 26th of
July at the Osun State High Court Complex, Ilobu Road, Osogbo.
This was contained in a statement issued by the Secretary to the Committee Mr. Asimiyu Adebayo.
According to the Secretary, the Committee welcomes memorandum from respective stakeholders in the justice administration sector, inclusive of honourable judges, Magistrates, state Counsels, the Nigerian Bar Association, the academia, as well as the general public.
The statement further stated that such memoranda should be submitted in seven (7) copies through the office of the Secretary of the committee, at Osun State High Court Complex, Ilobu Road, Osogbo, within two (2) weeks.
According to the statement, such memoranda should contain the proposed amendment and the existing rules of Osun State High Court Amended Civil Procedure Rules, 2008, to which it relates; The nature of the
proposed Rules where a new provision is being proposed; Explanation and justification for the proposed amendment to the existing Rules and or insertion of a new provision.
It would be recalled that the State Chief, Judge, Honourable Justice Oyebola Adepele Ojo, did recently inaugurate a six-member Committee to do a Review of the Osun High Court Amended (Civil Procedure) Rules,
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The Governor of Osun, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, yesterday said he received with great sadness, news of the passing away of one of Nigeria’s gifted scholars, culture icons, nationalists and top-on-the-shelf dramatists, PA Adebayo Faleti.
In a statement signed by the Director of Bureau of Communication and Strategy, Office of the Governor, Mr. Semiu Okanlawon, Aregbesola said the death of the playwright, theatre director and teacher was a huge loss not only to the creative world alone but also to the world of Yoruba language and culture heritage which he promoted till his death.
The Governor described Pa Faleti as a complete man of the theatre – an actor, director, choreographer and designer – who created performance spaces influenced by traditional architectural forms.
Aregbesola said the late writer and dramatist contributed immensely to the promotion and advocacy of Yoruba Language and well as its culture.
He noted that the appearance of and dressing of Faleti spoke volumes of his origin and he was always ready to advocate for the promotion of Yoruba language and culture.
He stated that the exit of Faleti will certainly create a yawning gap in the theatre and cultural world.
‘’The death of PA Adebayo Faleti is a huge loss in so many ways. His death is a big blow to the theatre and entertainment circle, a big blow to the cultural world as well as to the Yoruba Language community.
‘His appearance and personality attested to the promotion of Omoluabi ethos the Yoruba people are known for and which the State of Osun stands for and promotes in all facets of human endeavours.
‘Faleti exemplified the advocacy for and exhibition of Yoruba Language and culture in his writings and on stage particularly with one of his celebrated novels, Won ro pe Were ni .
‘’Thespian of a first class mold and a cultural ambassador, Faleti will not be forgotten for his immense patriotism and sincere commitment to a better Nigeria and promotion and contributions to Yoruba Language and Culture.
‘’On behalf of the government and people of Osun, I convey our heartfelt condolences to the immediate and extended families of the late stage icon, Oyo State Government, literary and drama communities.
‘’May his soul rest in peace,’’ Aregbesola said.

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…As Lagos, Osun Governors Renew Calls For Regional Integration.
 
The governor of Lagos,  Mr Akinwumi Ambode, on Thursday said he was amazed at the pace of development taking place in Osun despite its very meagre resources.
 

 
He said his administration would do everything possible to support Governor Rauf Aregbesola of Osun at ensuring the success of his government.
This was even as the two governors renewed the calls for and reaffirmed their commitments towards the actualisation of South-West regional integration.
A statement by the Bureau of Communication and Strategy, signed by its Director, Semiu Okanlawon, quoted the two governors as making the calls when Ambode paid a courtesy call on Aregbesola at the Government House in Osogbo.
Ambode was quoted in the statement as saying it was time for the region to fully exploit its potential by standing by what Aregbesola of Osun has been championing since the beginning of his administration.
He stated that the Lagos state government is fully committed to the regional integration of the South West for its economic potential to be fully harnessed and sustained.
The Lagos State Governor added that the time is right for all well-meaning indigenes of the region to rally round and ensure that the South West begins to rely on its economic endowments as means of being independent.
He said, “We have an historic duty to join Aregbesola in championing what he has been clamouring for, which is the integration of the South west.
“I fully commit myself to the integration of the South-West because I believe it is the only way the region can fully explore its potentials for the benefit of all.
“I can assure you that the South West has all it takes to stand alone and survive without having to depend on any external means of funding”
Ambode highlighted the developmental strides of Aregbesola in Osun, saying the Governor has laid unprecedented marks of development in the state.
He commended the Governor for being steadfast to weather the financial storm and challenges the state is passing through, while assuring the Osun government that Lagos State will support Osun with what it can to the end.
He urged Aregbesola to continue the good work, saying the reward of hard work is more work while also charging the Governor to ensure that the legacies are not destroyed.
“We are in consonance with what Aregbesola is doing in Osun.  I cannot begin to define how Osun has developed under this administration.
“I am particularly amazed by commitment to developing the state despite the tough economic challenges the state is passing through.
“I want to assure you that Lagos State Government will continue to support Osun till the end with all it can. I don’t want the development to stop and he should be reminded that the reward for hard work is more work.” Ambode stated.
Responding, Aregbesola said that any move for development in the South West without regional integration is like a child’s play compared to the kind of development the region will experience if there is full regional integration.
Aregbesola stated that the call for the regional integration of the South West must be taken beyond mere rhetorics, stressing that all the South West governors must work towards actualising it before the end of their current tenures.
The Osun governor said the only state that can survive on its own is Lagos, which he said is not too good because other states in the South West will be over dependent on Lagos if that happens.
He said it is in the interest of Lagos and other states in the South West to clamour for the regional integration in all aspects of life.
“There can be no meaningful development in the South west without the integration of the region.
“It is the only way we can fully take advantage of the comparative competitiveness that exists in our region.  That is why we commend the efforts of the Lagos State Government on the move for regional integration.
“It is time for us as a region to take the issue of regional integration beyond mere rhetoric, we need to actualise it before the end our various tenures.
“I want us to set the shortest period of our tenure as the deadline to actualise the dream because it is the best for this region.”
“We must pursue the clamour for the southwest regional integration to advance  social-economic, political and education relationship for the comparative competitiveness,” Aregbesola said.

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The entrance examination into the Osun State School of Nursing, Asubiaro Osogbo for 2016/2017 academic session holds today (22nd July 2017) at Ataoja HIgh School, Osogbo by 8:00am prompt.
This information is contained in a statement signed by the State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Isamotu Rafiu through the Director of Nursing Services, Mrs Phebe Abioye.
The statement advised all prospective candidates to be at the examination Hall before 8:00am for checking in.

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The State of Osun Broiler Outgrowers Production Scheme, OBOPS, has produced at least 5 million birds in the last three years, the scheme managers have said.
 
Revealing this over the weekend, Mr. Kolawole Ogini who is the facilitator of the second phase of the scheme stated that OBOPS has placed Osun among states with relatively high production in poultry business in Nigeria.
 
He disclosed that Amo Byng Poultry Farm have been saddled with the responsibility of stocking day-old-chicks and appropriate feeds to raise the birds to maturity through a bank loan, after which the anchor farm buys back from the participants.
 
Mr Ogini stated that the second phase of the scheme is a Public-Private Partnership scheme designed to facilitate poultry farming within the State of Osun.
 
While reviewing the selection process, Ogini said the scheme is open to poultry farmers in the state with 2,000 capacity pens and bio-security facilities in place which includes perimeter netting and well closed entrance.
 
Ogini who lauded the state government for its successes recorded in several agricultural intervention programmes, said the first phase of the scheme recorded a huge success as about 768 farmers were engaged, cash profit paid to farmers stood at N785millions as well as making over 120 broilers farmers who keyed into the initiative millionaires.
 
Aside this, the OBOPS programme has also helped the state government’s course on the elementary school feeding programme, O’Meals of the present administration leading to the gainful employment of about 1,000 farmers and over 3,000 food vendors under the elementary school feeding programme.
 
“The OBOPS II pilot scheme which initially engaged 15 poultry farmers has now grown into 100 farmers across the 30 local governments and 32 local council development areas with 2,000 day old chicks given to each farmer.”
 
Ogini further revealed that efforts are on to increase the 3.7 tonnes of feed given to farmers presently as well as the development of more suitable approach to reach the hinterland by engaging more people from the grassroots and turn OBOPS II into a legacy programme which subsequent governments will emulate.
 
According to him, the programme is a continuum to ensure that development drive of government is met and achieved.
 
“The first phase was successfully facilitated with capital outlay of about N500 Million from the State Government. Up to 1,500 poultry farmers participated and up to 5 million chicken birds were successfully produced within 3 years.
 
“Constraint faced by paucity of funds lead to the state’s desire to facilitate same program with Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) Loan facility. Up to 30,000 farmers participation evenly spread across the State is anticipated.
 
Recall that the first phase which made over 120 millionaires was sponsored by the Osun state government and anchored by TUNS farm.
 
Mr. Ogini further revealed that for interested participants, “2,000 birds capacity pen is required for each farmer. They will be provided with all necessary facilities like drinkers, feeders, and hygienic source of water etc.
 
“In broiler’s production today Osun is rated second to Oyo state in the country with plans to engage over 30,000 poultry farmers and have the scheme spread to every home in no distant future.
 
“The selection is open to all poultry farmers in the state and only requires farmers to provide a 2,000 capacity pens with basic facilities to avoid high mortality rates. The government liaises with loaning banks to fund supplies such as day-old-chicks, vaccines, feeds, technical assistance and above all buy backs the final output.” Mr. Ogini stated.

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In order to ensure a successful and hitch free hajj this year, the Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board in the State of Osun will commence the vaccination of pilgrims on Friday,21st of July and end on Saturday, 22nd of July, 2017.
The Secretary of the Board, Alhaji Sikiru Adetona Alao stated this in his office today during a press interview.
He advised all intending to come to the officer of the Board early in the morning on that day to get vaccinated.
Alhaji Alao also added that collection of clearance ,distribution of bags and cloths to intending pilgrims is still on- going.
Furthermore, he enjoined the intending pilgrims to be virtuous and display the ethos of ormolu abs in Saudi Arabia which the state has been known for.
He therefore thanked the Governor of the State , Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesolafor his support to the Board all the time.

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I received with shock and deep sorrow the departure of Chief Sir Festus Oluwagbenga Abiola on Sunday, July 16. He was 73 years old.
Sir Abiola was a community leader, an industrialist, successful businessman, patriot, a widely travelled socialite and a devout Christian.
Until his death, he was the Chairman of Unique Radiovision, a private broadcast outfit located in Ilesa, State of Osun. He was a rallying-point in the politics of Ijesaland and State of Osun in general.
Sir Abiola was a Pillar of Support for The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ijesaland and our state. He was a firm believer in the development agenda and ideology notable with the progressives, in which cause he invested a greater part of his adult life for their realisation in the South-West and the entire nation.
A Christian and of the Catholic denomination, Chief Abiola demonstrated his undying love for God through untiring pious religious devotion. He was to many a shade of rest and pillar of support; providing succour and relief to the needy, the downtrodden and the vulnerable in the society. His efforts in the area of communal service never abated till he breathed his last.
He was my confidant, mentor, ally and supporter who gave his all to the cause of my administration. He was devoted to our cause from my emergence on the platform of Oranmiyan, to the campaigns, the election proper, the years of struggle for my mandate, my first term in office, my re-election, my ups and downs, the struggles, the challenges and triumphs.
His death is a personal and irreparable loss. He will be greatly missed. May God grant his soul eternal repose and unending comfort in his next estate. Amen.
On behalf of my family, the government and good people of Osun, I pray that God will grant his family, the people of Ijesaland, particularly our Kabiyesi, Owa Obokun Adimula of Ijesaland and Owa-in-Council, the fortitude to bear this irredeemable loss.
 
Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola
Governor, State of Osun

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