Governor Ademola Adeleke acted within the requirements of the law in dissolving all statutory commissions almost a year after he assumed office. Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Oluomo Kolapo Alimi made this clarification .
In a reaction to news publications in respect of the dissolution,Hon Alimi said the Governor received the best legal advice before taking the decision, positing that the dissolved commissions suffered legal deficiencies in their making.
According to the Commissioner, the Commissions were set up under “the state of Osun”, a platform already declared illegal by a court of competent jurisdiction.
Against this backdrop,Alimi reiterated and also affirmed that the appointments were made under a law that has been nullified by a competent Court of law, which,by implication made those beneficiaries lacked the expected claim to immunity from dissolution by a Governor who is upholding only legal actions of the previous government.
It must also be added that the former Governor violated the stipulations of the law in the composition of some of the boards.
The law stipulated the types and manners of persons to be appointed into the commissions. By violating those requirements, the appointments were rendered null and void.
We can therefore assure all and sundry that the state government does not need tutoring from those who hope to benefit from obvious non-compliance perpetrated by the previous government.
We call on members of the dissolved commissions to accept the best wishes and commendation of the State Governor for their meritorious service to the state.
Signed Oluomo kolapo Alimi, Honourable Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment
Osun State Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Hon Kolapo Alimi, has affirmed that the recently unveiled multi-billion Naira infra plan has strong sustainability components alongside strong adherence to due process and procurement laws.
Speaking while hosting the leadership of Coalition for Good Governance(C4GG) in his office today, the commissioner clarified that the government of Governor Ademola Adeleke complied with provisions of the law in the design and the ongoing implementation of the infra plan, noting that no procurement law is violated.
“Permit me to clarify that all projects listed in the plan were subjected to due process requirements. We invite the public to note that before the unveiling of the plan, the Ministry of Works has been implementing some intervention programmes across the state using direct labour.
“Those projects listed by Mr Governor are not covered by those intervention programmes. The infra plans are contractual projects whose advertisements for bid submissions are already published in compliance with due process.
“The public is also informed that the state has a supplementary budget preparatory to the submission of the 2024 appropriation proposals to the House of Assembly by Mr Governor. My point is that nothing is being done outside the law in line with Mr Governor’s mantra of due process, rule of law and fear of God.
“It is also important to at this point urge any group or individuals to seek more information if they so wish by applying the Freedom of Information Act. This administration is committed to free flow of information under an open governance model.
“We want to reiterate that the multi-billion naira infra plan is to be executed without loans from financial institutions. We affirm as the State Chairman of the PDP had said that the fund will come from savings, blockage of revenue leakages, expanded revenue base, refunds from federation accounts and reduction of the cost of governance. The plan is sustainable with a multiplier effect on the state economy.
“On behalf of Mr Governor and his entire cabinet, we thank Osun people home and abroad for the overwhelming approval of the infra plan. We also commend fellow Nigerians who appreciated the ingenuity and innovative thinking of the state government.
“To ensure delivery as planned, Mr Governor will soon inaugurate a monitoring team composed of individuals from the media and the civil society. This is to ensure value for money and quality assurance.
Speaking earlier, the Coordinator of the C4GG, Hon Tayo Adegbemile said the group was at the Commissioner’s office to brief the state government on its ongoing survey and monitoring of the state of governance in Osun state.
“During the Ipade Imole, we submitted a monitoring report to Mr Governor. We are now on the second phase. We are conducting a statewide survey ahead of the one year anniversary of the Adeleke administration”, Mr Adegbemile.
Signed Oluomo Kolapo Alimi, Honourable Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun state has approved the dissolution of statutory commissions with immediate effect.
In a circular by the Secretary to the State Government, Hon Teslim Igbalaye, the dissolution takes immediate effect.
The affected commissions according to the SSG are the State Civil Service Commission, the Judicial Service Commission, Osun State Independent Electoral Commission and Osun State House of Assembly Service Commission.
The Secretary to the State Government conveyed the appreciation of Mr Governor to members of dissolved commissions for the selfless and meritorious service to the state.
Signed Mallam Olawale Rasheed, Spokesperson to the State Governor
I organise this event as a major landmark in our push for the making of a new Osun State. Our administration is using this gathering to prove to the world that a new Osun is possible. The main purpose is therefore to unveil a Multi-Billion Infrastructure plan to address the huge deficit the state is experiencing.
Sound infrastructure is a condition for economic growth and development. The difference between a growing economy and a dormant one has to do with how developed the state infrastructure is. In the case of Osun, I have used the last 11 months to address the over 90 percent infrastructure deficit our administration inherited. But more still needs to be done, hence the ambitious plan to launch this infra plan that covers roads, health, water , schools among others.
Osun as the cradle of Yoruba nation must move quickly on the ladder of development. We can and must surpass those presently leading among comity of states. We should carry first in new age sectors like digital economy, sound infrastructures and others. We must overcome our inherited burden and chart a path of 21st century growth for our people.
By today’s event, our administration is building the confidence of the investing public. Osun state is ready and open for business. By investing so much in infrastructure upgrades, we are laying the foundation for effective public private partnership. We are getting set to key into infra financing opportunities as long as it will not add to the financial burden of the state.
Let me declare here that the infra plan I am about to unveil is purely state sponsored without any loan from financial institutions. I must also add that we are hitting the ground running immediately after this launch. We are complying with all procurement laws and due process.
Very importantly, our administration is ensuring localisation in the implementation process. Local content in terms of sourcing of materials and workforce are key to transfer skills and economically empower our people. This is in line with the five point agenda of our administration which seeks to boost the local economy. High local content is married with a strong maintenance plan to ensure the sustainability of the infrastructure.
With the flagoff of today’s infrastructure development, we are poised to further boost the State Economy as 95% of the Projects shall be executed by local content. Osun Money will be spent in Osun. We are determined to eliminate capital flight as witnessed in the past.
Before unveiling the infra plan, I invite you to watch what we have done in some critical sectors in the last 11 months.
We could show you more but for time constraints. You saw the schools before and after. You saw the medical outreach and how several thousands benefitted. Of course, the roads were captured. You saw the boreholes and how they are serving our people. After showing you a glimpse of what we have done within the infrastructure sector in the last 11 months, it is my honour to unveil new projects and infrastructure for the state.
1. Rehabilitation of 345 Health Centers in the 332 Wards in Osun State: Rehabilitation will include, Provision of Potable water, new toilets, and bathrooms, Beds, Mattresses, Bedsheets, renovation and painting of buildings, new curtains, and Solar panels/Inverters for 24 hours electricity etc. Our approach is to take medical services to the doorstep of our people wherever they may be.
2. Phase two of Portable Water Provision in 332 wards of Osun State. Which includes, Overhead Tanks, dispensing taps, generators, or solar panels. Under Phase One as you have seen, 332 water projects were completed. They are all functioning. Under the new plan, another set of underserved areas across the 332 political wards will be served with water projects.
3. Phase two of rehabilitation of 31 schools in the 30 mother local governments of Osun and Area Council. This includes portable water, new roofs, new toilets, renovation and painting of buildings, and Provision of desks and chairs. As you have seen in phase one of the school rehabilitation, our approach is to take a school and completely rehabilitate the buildings completely with desks and other learning facilities.
4. As a follow up to the completed rehabilitation of selected schools, the government has commenced the process of recruiting new teachers to address teachers’ shortage in our schools. Currently, a need assessment is ongoing to determine the teachers’ requirements across subjects and schools. This will help to determine the number of teachers to recruit.
5. Construction/ Rehabilitation of 45 roads of at least one kilometer in each of the 30 mother local governments, making a total of 45 Kilometers. As you saw in the preview, we have earlier completed about 45 kilometers of roads across the LGAS. These new roads are fresh projects for phase two.
6. Dualisation of Roads: In a bid to ease traffic jams and reduce road accidents, we are dualising some roads in some major towns to start with. The listed towns include Osogbo, Ede and Ilesha.
7. Construction of five Flyovers to ease traffic accidents and traffic jams. The identified projects are as follows:
● Osogbo – two namely Okefia and Lameco junction ● Ikirun- One ● Ife- one, Mayfair ● Owode Ede- One
8. Street Lightning: We are to install street lights in all major towns, especially Osogbo as the State Capital. This is important to enhance security surveillance and boost the night economy.
9. Imole Medical Outreach
Two medical outreaches were conducted in two locations in each of the three Senatorial districts in the last ten months. Various surgical procedures, including cataract eye surgeries, were done during the outreaches. The outreaches will be conducted once per quarter in the years ahead
Ladies and Gentlemen and my good people of Osun, all these projects shall be completed within 12 months by the grace of God.
It is therefore my honour and privilege to flag off the multi- Billion Naira Infrastructure Development of Osun. I implore the good people of the State to cooperate with the Contractors that will be handling these projects with the best of hospitality.
For further technical details on these infra plans, I will now call on team lead for each of the sectors to speak on costing and other requisite details
● Senator Ademola Adeleke Executive Governor of Osun State delivered his speech at the unveiling of the multi billion naira Osun State Infrastructure plan.
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State welcomes the judicial affirmation of the election of the member of the House of Representatives for Ife Federal Constituency, Hon. Taofeek Bimbo Ajilesoro, as a strong rebuke against the attempt to trample upon the will of the people, noting that the decision of the Appellate court has further assert the will of the people as supreme in a democracy.
The Governor who congratulates Hon. Ajilesoro for overcoming the distraction posed by the several months of litigations, salutes his dexterity and courage in protecting the mandate of the people through the two-phased legal battle.
While saying the judicial pronouncement of Ajilesoro marks an end to the months of questions that dogged his victory at the poll, Governor Adeleke charges Hon. Ajilesoro to continue on the path of service and impactful representation that earned him the people’s mandate.
“It is exciting to note that that the legal contest of Hon. Ajilesoro’s election has been put to rest,” the Governor noted, adding that “The Appeal Court pronouncement is another reminder that the people will always win, no matter the attempt to circumvent their will.”
“On that note, I congratulate Hon. Ajilesoro on this deserved victory, and urge him to take his affirmation by the court as a challenge to continue to deliver for the people.
“As a representative of the people, he should strive more than before to advance their interests and pursue interventions that will make much difference for them.”
Signed: Mallam Olawale Rasheed, The Spokesperson to the Osun State Governor
The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has congratulated President Bola Tinubu on the affirmation of his election by the Supreme Court, saying the time to come together for Nigeria is now.
The Governor made the congratulatory remarks in the presence of the Iyaloja General of Nigeria, Folasade Ojo-Tinubu who was at Ede to attend the 8th Day Fidau prayer of the father of Osun State Commissioner for Science and Technology, Alhaji Wahab Ayofe.
Governor Adeleke notes the finality of the apex court ruling on disputes on the 2023 presidential election, pointing out that the resolution of the questions that surround the Presidential election will bring about focus in confronting the many challenges facing Nigeria.
He lauds the main opposition candidate in the election for deepening the country’s electoral jurisprudence by testing their complaints at the law court, adding that our judicial system has once again proven itself in tackling disputes that arise from our elections.
“On behalf of the good people of Osun State, I congratulate President Tinubu on his judicial victory at the apex court,” the Governor was quoted as saying.
“It is my hope that your presidency will bring progress, unity, and prosperity to our nation, and I want to restate my commitment to partner you in offering good governance for our people.”
Signed: Mallam Olawale Rasheed, Spokesperson to the Osun State Governor.
Osun State Governor, Sen. Ademola Adeleke has said the present administration recognises the importance of the digital economy in the state and steps to position the state as a hub of innovation and technology-driven state are on.
The Governor who was represented by the commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment Oluomo Kolapo Alimi made this known at the 2023 celebration of Digital Nigeria Day(DND).
The Governor described the digital economy is one of the fastest growing sectors in the world which drives growth and development across many nations of the world including Nigeria.
He states further that the digital economy has the potential to create jobs, enhance innovation, and provide access to a range of services in ways that were previously unimaginable.
Governor Adeleke explained that the aim of his government is to ensure that every Osun indigent, regardless of their background, has the opportunity to be a part of the digital revolution.
In an address, Chairman House Committee on Science and Technology, Hon. Adewumi Adeyemi, applauded the ingenuity of the organisers of the programme geared towards embracing ICT as a powerful tool in addressing global challenges and economic growth.
The parliamentarian advised the students in attendance to make judicious use of the training by being resolute to be problem solvers through Science, Innovation and Technology for the benefit of all.
In his welcome address, Commissioner for Innovation, Science and Technology, Hon. Olatunji Ayofe appreciated the Governor for his unwavering support, noting that it has had an immense impact on the success of the State’s digitisation drive.
He also appreciated all the ICT Stakeholders and the Digital Economy family both within and outside the government for their support and constructive criticisms.
Former member of the Peoples Democratic Party, Dotun Babayemi is ignorant of governmental process in Osun state, hence his imbecilic statement on alleged governance from private homes.
Spokesperson to Governor Ademola Adeleke, Mallam Olawale Rasheed in a statement on Wednesday evening said the former PDP member has been in political oblivion for long and cannot grasp the beehive of activities the Bola Ige House, the Governor’s office, has become since Governor Adeleke assumed office.
With several events including state executive meetings and the ongoing treasury board meetings held at the government secretariat, Babayemi is deep in the wilderness thereby unable to comprehend the amazing positive development the Adeleke administration has brought to Osun.
The expelled party member is equally in the dark as to the ongoing transformation of the Government House where the Governor even recently hosted the outgoing state police commissioner.
We affirm that the machinery of government is running efficiently from relevant government offices and more importantly, the Governor stays late in the renovated White House to conclude serious state matters on several occasions.
The style and approach of Mr Governor is producing amazing results as evidenced in a series of accolades even from those who previously backed the failed usurper, Babayemi during his desperation to steal the governorship mandate.
If Babayemi is begging for re-absorption into the party, he should first own up to his many treachery against the party and the government that was popularly elected by the voters of Osun state.
In any case, the government of the people by the people and for the people doesn’t need uninformed opinions from a man still in a political dark room and who is as yet incapable of figuring out the new reality of his abode in the political wilderness.
Signed Mallam Olawale Rasheed, Spokesperson to the State Governor.
Governor Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke is billed to unveil details of his administration’s One Hundred Billion Naira infrastructural Plan.
The event which is expected to be a landmark outing for the Governor will focus on projects on road dualisation, flyover bridges, health center upgrade, water provision facilities among others.
The venue is the Executive Chamber’s Lounge of the Governor’s Office by 4pm.
Signed Oluomo Kolapo Alimi, Honourable Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment
Governor Ademola Adeleke on Monday hosted the State Executive Council meeting with key focus on treasury board decisions as it affects preparation for budget 2024 and landmark pronouncements on state governance.
The meeting attended by all members of the executive council deliberated on 2024 budget proposals from the Ministries, departments and agencies as a prelude to the submission of the Medium Term Expenditure Framework to the State House of Assembly.
Addressing the Council, Governor Adeleke called for due diligence on the budget preparation process, reading out key policy directives on the governance of the state.
The Governor directed the immediate suspension of foreign travels by top officials, urging application of virtual meetings for attendance and participation at international business and investment events.
“Foreign trips for top officials for the rest of the year is hereby suspended unless there is a direct emergency to be authorized by the Governor”, the Governor directed
Governor Adeleke further instructed that state expenditure should henceforth be focussed on implementation of critical projects across the sectors.
According to him, “we must sustain the momentum of our service delivery by avoiding excessive spending on recurrent and overheads”
He also called for personal sacrifice on the part of cabinet members, positing that cabinet members and all members of the administration must demonstrate readiness to sacrifice in the face of the state’s harsh financial situation.
“Our needs from office to accommodation are much but our resources are limited. So we have to devise a coping mechanism pending the time our funding situation will improve” , he affirmed.
As a way of enforcing efficiency in the governance process, the State Governor also directed the Head of Service to prepare a memo to streamline the relationship between the Commissioners and Special Advisers.
“While memos by Special Advisers must pass through the Permanent Secretary to the Commissioners, the Commissioners must ensure fair play and accommodating spirit” , the Governor declared in a move to pre-empt possible rivalry among top appointees.
“Members of the Council are to also note that I will be unveiling the Administration’s N100 billion Infrastructure Plan by Thursday. The plan covers roads, health, water, housing among others.
“I invite us all to note that this Treasury board deliberations are critical to the achievement of our governance goals. We must take it with all seriousness”, the Governor affirmed.
The Council meeting was attended by the Deputy Governor, Prince Kola Adewusi; the Secretary to the State Government, Hon Teslim Igbalaye; the Chief of Staff, Hon Kazeem Akinleye; the Head of Service, Mr Samuel Ayanleye Aina, commissioners and the ten cabinet ranked special advisers.
Signed Mallam Olawale Rasheed, Spokesperson to the Governor.
