The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has declared tomorrow Friday March 17th as a public holiday.

The public holiday is to enable Osun State residents to travel to their polling units to vote on Saturday for the State House of Assembly elections.

The State Governor further advised residents of the state to be peaceful and law abiding as they prepare for the elections.

“I call on Osun people to file out and exercise their civic rights. This election is very critical as you will be electing lawmakers who will be working with me. You must vote right”, the State Governor was quoted as said.

Signed:
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the Executive Governor

In celebration of his 100 days in office,Osun State, Governor Ademola Adeleke today reeled out his unprecedented achievements in the State to the public.

Governor Adeleke stated this during a press briefing held at the Government Secretariat, Abere where newsmen, drawn from both electronic and print media,converged to capture the scorecards of the present administration.

He re-iterated that his administration is poised on delivering good governance by fulfilling his campaign promises and satisfying people- oriented needs,adding that ,”in his quest to dish out dividends of democracy to the people, he became blind to party affiliation”.

The first citizen of the State also said all abandoned property and projects by previous administration were redefined and completed.

Governor Adeleke used the opportunity to list some of the ongoing and completed projects which included: provision of borehole water in each of the 332 wards across the State; Construction of 20km roads; Presentation of #518m to Communities for infrastructural development; Imole surgical and medical outreach targeted at 2000 persons in each of the nine Federal Constituencies making a total of 18,000 beneficiaries who received free surgeries; and rural electrification projects.

Others accomplishments listed are: Payment of salaries and pensions arrears from January 2016 owed by the past administration; Enrollment of 3,332 Osun indigenes on Osun health Insurance Scheme (OHIS) to ensure adequate healthcare access for the vulnerables for 5 years; Construction of broken bridges at Bokusoro/Adeeke area in Iwo to forestall loss of life on the bridge in the past due to erosion, among other achievements too numerous to mention.

The State helmsman equally stressed that he is determined to change the State fortune for the better by embarking on key projects across the length and breath of the State.

Governor Adeleke therefore urged workers to exercise more patience, assuring them that all outstanding salaries will be paid in due course.

However, he urged the people of the State to vote for Peoples’ Democratic Party Candidates, (PDP) during forthcoming State Assembly election in order to secure the election of all the 26 parliamentarians to enhance his performance.

It would be recalled that Governor Ademola Adeleke was declared the winner of the July 16, 2022 Governorship polls by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), and was sworn-in as the 6th Executive Governor of Osun State on the November 27th, 2022.

In attendance at press briefing were, Deputy Governor, Prince Kola Adewusi; Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Teslim Igbalaye; Head of Service, Mr Ayanleye Aina; PDP State Chairman, Dr. Akindele Adekunle; Party Chieftains and a host of others.

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has approved the release and distribution of bond certificates worth millions of naira to retirees under the contributory pension scheme.

This was conveyed in a statement by the Head of Service, Mr Ayanleye Aina and made available to the newsmen which explained that the beneficiaries cut across the entire gamut of the public service, namely primary schools, junior schools, secondary schools, tertiary institutions, civil service and the parastatals among others.

According to the statement, the presentation ceremony is billed to hold on Thursday, this week, at the Local Government Service Commission Multipurpose Hall, Government Secretariat,Abere.

Mr Aina stated that the presentation of the bond certificates is “a continuation of the committment of the state government to workers’ welfare, in and out of service.

“This is a new phase in fulfillment of Governor Adeleke’s open resolve to clear backlogs of salaries, pension and emoluments issues within the public service”, the Head of Service stated

It would be recalled that Governor Adeleke had commenced payment of the inherited half salaries and other emoluments owed public servants by the past administration.

The decision which is being implemented across the service had elicited widespread applause from within and outside the state.

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has called on the people of Osun State to mobilize and troop out peacefully to elect leaders of their choice during Saturday’s general elections.This is contained in a pre-election statement personally signed by Governor Adeleke and made available to the newsmen through his Spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, describing the Saturday’s election as “a critical milestone in national democratic development of Nigeria in which all eligible citizens must actively participate to decide the future of the nation.”” My good people of Osun State, the general election is here and we have a patriotic duty to actively join the electioneering process. Your vote is your power and your ticket to securing good governance for yourselves and our future generation. ” Our government has declared today a public holiday. All eligible voters must take up their voting cards and get set for the historical elections tomorrow. The electoral authorities have provided an enabling environment for the conduct of free and fair elections. Security agencies have also mobilized to protect citizens as they exercise their constitutional rights.” Let me use this medium to warn against electoral violence. Security agencies are under strict instruction to clamp down on hoodlums and agents of violence. I have equally instructed service commanders to arrest thugs wherever they may be. This election must be held under a peaceful atmosphere. Democracy is about choice, not killing and maiming. “I urge all of us as agents and lovers of democracy to make Osun State the most peaceful throughout this election period and beyond. We are peace loving people and we must remain so, now and all the time”, the statement concluded.

General Elections: Osun Government Declares Friday as Public Holiday The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has approved Friday 24th of February as a public holiday for residents and indegenes to travel for Presidential and National Assembly elections on Saturday.In a circular issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Hon Teslim Igbalaye, public servants are expected to utilize the opportunity to travel for the electoral process.” This is time for all citizens to exercise their voting rights. His Excellency again appeal to all residents to be law abiding as they peacefully exercise their voting rights on Saturday and subsequent elections”, the SSG noted in the circular.Signed.

Hon Teslim Igbalaye

Secretary to the State Government.

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Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has embarked on inspection of Osogbo/ Ikirun road, which is under rehabilitation,to see the level of work done and the quality of the project. Ikirun, the Headquarters of Ifelodun Local Government was agog as people trooped out in thousands, singing to welcome Governor Adeleke, and showering encomiums on him for remembering the age-long abandoned Osogbo/Ikirun/ Ila-Odo road.Speaking with newsmen shortly after the inspection, Senator Adeleke said he was happy with the project, adding that it was part of his campaign promises to rehabilitate all roads abandoned by the previous administrations in the State.He commended the contractor handling the project for the work done, disclosing that it is one of the projects he intends to commission to commemorate his one hundred days in office. He explained that the road will be completed in no distant time,as the State generates more funds.Governor Adeleke therefore enjoined motorists that will be plying the road to be cautious so as to avoid accidents which may result to loss of life.In his own words, the Coordinating Director, Ministry of Work and Transport, Engr. Olusola Ajao said the 10.5km road has reached 85% completion, promising that it will be completed in two weeks time.He assured Osun Government that the materials used are of good quality,and which can stand the test of time.It would be recalled that the State Government under the leadership of Governor Adeleke few weeks ago gave the Contractor handling the road, Sammy Adigun of Sammya Construction Company Limited oder to return to site to complete the road project.

As the 2023 general elections is fast approaching, Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has enjoined residents of Osun to eschew violence during the forthcoming general elections in the Nigeria.

Governor Adeleke gave the advice today in his Office, Government Secretariat Complex, Abere, while fielding questions from the newsmen shortly after a closed door meeting held with the Security Chiefs in Osun which included Police, Army, Road Safety Corps, Prison Service, NDLEA, among others.

He noted that, as election is fast approaching, it is very important to hold security meeting with the authority concerned so as to ensure peaceful conduct of the election, and for the people of Osun to continue to enjoy the prevailing peace.

He spoke further, ” We are holding this meeting because, election is around the corner and as the Chief Security Officer of the State, it is compulsory for me to ensure my people are protected, before, during and after the elections. We have strategies in place to see that election went on without rancour.

” I want to charge everyone to shun violence during the election,and to vote for candidates of their choice without formenting trouble whatsoever”,Governor Adeleke advised.

He therefore enjoined the people to go about their lawful businesses without fear or intimidation,assuring that security Agents are on ground to protect the lives and property of all and sundry.

Speaking with newsmen, the Commissioner of Police in Osun, Mr Kehinde Longe assured the State residents that they are ever ready to protect them and ensure peace,even after the elections.

However, the State Police Chief charged the youths to desist from any act that can put them into trouble during the election, alerting that his Officers and men are ready to forestall any ugly situation.

Present at meeting were: the Deputy Governor, Prince Kola Adewusi; Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Teslim Igbalaye; the State Head of Service, Mr Ayanleye Aina, and a host of others.

As part of the activities lined up to mark the 100 days in office of Governor Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke’s administration in Osun, the Osun Health Insurance Agency (OSHIA) has enrolled 3,320 vulnerable persons across the 332 wards of the state into the State Social Health Insurance Scheme. The Executive Secretary of OSHIA, Dr. Adeniyi Oginni, who was ably represented by Dr. Adesina Igbalaye, the Director, Standard Quality Assurance disclosed this while addressing the beneficiaries of the enrollment exercise monitored in Osogbo and Ede North LGAs by OSHIA team.He informed the beneficiaries in the 2 LGAs visited that Governor Ademola Adeleke is passionate and concerned about the health and welfare of Osun residents, especially the less privileged. The ES further explained that the premium of the poorest of the poor is paid by Osun State Government, so that the indigents can also have total access to quality healthcare services free of charge . He therefore enjoined the new enrollees to reciprocate the Governor’s kind gesture by visiting the facilities with their OHIS cards when there is need for them to do so noting that this will enhance their healthy living.

Osun to Domesticate Nigeria’s Start Up Act..

The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke on Monday hosted members of the Osun State House of Assembly, unveiling the first Executive bill of his administration.

Addressing the lawmakers led by the House of Assembly Speaker, RT Hon. Timothy Owoeye, Governor Adeleke expressed his conviction that the visit will strengthen the bond of partnership, commending the open arms of fellowship from the legislature”.

“I also want to use this opportunity to give a hint about the legislative agenda of our administration. First, we want to support genuine upgrades of facilities at the State House of Assembly Complex. It is a task I am committed to”.

“Secondly, I will soon be submitting some executive bills for the consideration of the legislature”.

“The first bill is about Nigeria’s Start Up Act. My administration wants it domesticated so we can access local and international support for our youth entrepreneurs. The bill will align Osun with federal efforts and open doors for our start up innovators to get easy funding”, the State Governor noted.

Restating his commitment to state unity, the Number one Citizen of Osun State assured the House Speaker that he remains a Governor for all Osun people, promising that “all projects started by the previous administration are to be completed”.

“I will be fair to all under the rule of law and due process, I call for closer partnership. Let us push ahead strong collaboration in the best interest of our people”, the Governor promised.

He told the parliamentarians that he has gone to Abuja to meet with Minister of Water Resources on how to complete Ilesha water project which has been abandoned due to how the project is being handled by the contractors and other stakeholders in the state.

Governor Adeleke however informed the lawmakers that he doesn’t believe in politics of hatred or animosity. He sighted how he allowed the APC presidential campaign council to make use of government property for their campaign.

“Though, they didn’t allow me to make use of government facilities during our campaign, but God has helped us, so there is no reason to retaliate. We are here today by the grace of God, hence no reason to pay evil for evil.”

Speaking earlier, the Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Timothy Owoeye promised to partner with the Osun State Governor to move the state forward, adding that “this is not about party affiliations but the interest of our dear state”

Speaking on behalf of other parliamentarians, Mr Owoeye said “we are here to pay a courtesy call and also to tell you that we are joining hands with you to move the State forward.”

“We are putting politics aside. All that matters to us is how best we can join hands with you to develop our State. We can see that your administration has already commenced working. We pray that God will continue to strengthen you”, the Speaker stated.

The Deputy Governor, Prince Kola Adewusi, Secretary to the State Government, Hon. Teslim Igbalaye, Chief of Staff, Hon. Kazeem Akinleye, Hon. Bamidele Salam and Head Of Service, Mr Ayanleye Aina and others were on ground to receive the parliamentarians.

Signed
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the Executive Governor

The Governor of Osun state, Senator Ademola Jackson  Nurudeen  Adeleke today officially performed the swearing  in ceremony of the four newly appointed Judges of the Osun State High Court of Justice.
 It was the first of such official assignment to be performed by the governor for the members of the bar and the bench since his  inauguration as the 6th democratically elected governor of Osun on the 27th of November 2022.

  While describing the occasion as very significant in line with his administrations commitment to improve the lot of the judicial sector , Governor Adeleke  in his speech promised a complete reform of the judicial sector of Osun state  so as to get the it  insulated from the many operational challenges currently confronting it .

To this end,before an array of who is who in the administration and dispensation of justice in Osun state led by the state Chief Judge,Justice Oyebola Adepele Ojo, Senator Adeleke further expressed the readiness of his administration to upgrade the existing judicial facilities in the state as well as the introduction of ICT to enhance efficient and speedy dispensation of justice .
On the part of the personnel,the Osun helmsman also announced his readiness to expose them to training and retraining opportunities ,which , according to him,is one of the ways by which their experiences can be brought to bear in the administration and dispensation of justice.
While identifying with the entire Osun state judiciary for the successful elevation of another four officers as judges,the governor challenged those appointed to carry out their newly assigned duties incorruptibly without any fear or favour,ill will or affection in line with the justice reform sector of the Nigerian federation .
The four newly appointed judges, Hon.Justice Mohammed Adebayo Lasisi, Hon. Justice Michael Oludare Awe, Hon. Justice Fatimah Adejoke Sodamade and Hon.Justice Joseph Olukunle Owolawi had earlier took their oaths of office and allegiance before the governor and other dignitaries in attendance .
In his acceptance speech laced with gratitude and appreciation, Justice Mohammed Adebayo Lasisi,on behalf of the three other newly appointed was full of gratitude to God and all the stakeholders especially the state governor,Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, the Chief Judge,Hon.Justice Oyebola Adepele Ojo among others too numerous to mention who made their appointments into the bench of the state judiciary a reality .
Justice Lasisi on behalf of his colleagues thereafter pledged commitment with sincerity of purpose to live up to the expected billings while performing their duties as judges .

The event which held at the multi purpose hall of the Osun Local Government Service Commission,state Secretariat,Abere, had in attendance, the state Deputy Governor – Mr Kola Adewusi, the Secretary to the State Government – Alhaji Teslim Igbalaye, Head of Service- Mr Ayanleye Aina, Former Deputy Speaker of the House of Assembly – Bar. Niyi Owolade, Permanent Secretaries, Co- ordinating Directors of various Ministries, Departments and Agencies of Government as well as royal fathers including families,relations , friends and well wishers of the newly appointed judges.