Hon. Akobi welcomes everybody to month of July

 WELCOME TO THE MONTH OF PERFECTION.

The leading aspirant in Ilode Ward I, Hon. Akobi Olawole, welcomes everybody to month of July. He appreciate God Almighty for His protection and guidance in the months past. 

In the congratulations message, Hon. Akobi said, "I want to congratulate everyone, most especially the people of Ilode Ward I, for scaling through all the past months in this year.

I appreciate God for His protection and guidance that are always new every morning. Making it to this month of July, which symbolises *PERFECTION*, is not by anybody's doing. It happened only by the grace and mercy of God. 

In this month of July, may sorrow, afflictions, tribulations, problems of any kind will never be our accomplice, but goodness, mercy, favour, grace, joy, peace of mind and riches of God, shall abide with us all. Amen."

In the same spirit, he appreciate all the leaders and members of Ilode Ward I for their support in the time past and at  present. 

E-signed

Hon. Akobi Olawole

Governor Adeleke Drops Hints on Subsidy Palliatives, Receives Commendations from Oyinlola and Stakeholders

The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has disclosed plans by his government to launch palliatives to cushion the impact of subsidy removal, declaring his administration's readiness to make life easy for residents of Osun state. 

Former Governor Olagunsoye Oyinlola and other stakeholders of the party also commended the Governor for robust performance and delivery of good governance in the last seven months.

The Governor made the disclosure at a stakeholder meeting of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) at its party's office in Osogbo on Friday, stressing his conviction to run a government that bring smile on the faces of the people.

Governor Adeleke who appreciated leaders of the PDP for their support since assuming office, noted that his administration has been working in line with "our election promises and the agenda of the party."

While detailing projects and interventions implemented so far recorded by his government in the health, education and public infrastructure renewal, Governor Adeleke said the PDP-led government in the state has achieved what the APC failed to do under seven months.

"We are implementing programmes and projects in education, health and infrastructures: what the APC could not achieve in four years, we have achieved in under seven months," he declared at the meeting.

"We have positioned the public service, build roads, bridges and channelisation. We have commenced payment of salary and pension debt.

"Your (PDP) government has launched the Osun digital economy agenda. Abandoned projects are being completed. Your government is beating old governance records within so short a period," he stressed.

Speaking on plans to cushion the impact of fuel subsidy removal on Osun populace, Governor Adeleke pointed out that "We (Osun Government) will soon introduce public transport buses. We are working on adjusted work hours and days. We want to make live easy and enjoyable for our people."

Governor Adeleke went on to assure party leaders and members that he will run an inclusive government that leaves no one behind, adding that "We will all be accommodated. We will be fair to all."

"I appreciate your support then and now. This is your government. We shall all realize the fruits of our labour," he said.

*Stakeholders' Commendations*

Governor Oyinlola in his message at the meeting recalled the initial skepticism on the governorship of Governor Adeleke and posited that under seven months the Governor has proved skeptics wrong.

He noted the superlative performance of the Governor which he said aided the electoral fortunes of the party at the state and national elections.

"Governor Adeleke has surprised even his worst critics. His performance impresses all and it has strengthen the party and the state. We commend the Governor and his team", the former Governor who speaks for other stakeholders noted. 

Signed:

Mallam Olawale Rasheed,

Spokesperson to the State Governor

Governor Adeleke Plans Health Insurance Enrollment for Pensioners, Orders Fast Tracking of Pension Payment

 Governor Adeleke Plans Health Insurance Enrollment for Pensioners, Orders fast tracking of Pension Payment

OSOGBO- 30/06/2023 -Osunstate.gov.ng:

The government of Osun State is working on a plan to enroll contributory pensioners in the state health insurance scheme even as the Governor has issued a directive for the immediate payment of pension entitlement as planned in the template released earlier this year.

The Governor dropped the hints while receiving leaders of thought who paid him a sallah homage , noting that he has received many representations from the pensioners, restating his determination to address their issues in line with his campaign promises.

The Governor noted that the template released earlier this year on clearing of outstanding salaries and pensions is still in force and he subsequently directed the Head of Service to fast track the implementation by ensuring the payment of the pension arrears in line with the approved template.

"The template was created with an eye on gradual clearing of the salary and pension debts. This was in recognition of the financial status of the state which is well documented and known to the public. Our administration focuses on meeting the various needs of the state within a tight financial situation. 

"Our administration is however prioritizing workers' welfare which covers in and out of service workers. I restate our commitment to the welfare of our senior citizens, the pensioners. The phased payments is a standby directive and I assured our pensioners that they are not and cannot be forgotten.", the Governor assured.

Dropping another hint of a pro-pensioners plans, Governor Adeleke said his administration is almost finalizing a plan to enroll the pensioners under the state health insurance scheme to address their health needs.

"Our administration is working hard on health insurance enrollment for the pensioners. Our senior citizens needs constant health attention. We think the best approach is to enrol them as that will ease the burden of treatment during their retirement.

"We are working on the details. Once it is finalized, we will release it for immediate implementation", Governor Adeleke was quoted as saying.

Signed

Mallam Olawale Rasheed, 

Spokesperson to the State Governor

Governor Adeleke Mourn the passage of Veteran Nollywood Actress, Iyabo Oko

 

NEWS RELEASE 

Governor Adeleke Mourn The Passage Of Veteran Nollywood Actress, Iyabo Oko

OSOGBO– 30-06-2023– Osunstate.gov.ng

The Executive Governor of Osun State, Governor Ademola Adeleke has described the death of a veteran nollywood actress, Sidikat Odukanwi, popularly known as Iyabo Oko, as devastating and painful.

The Governor in a condolence message signed by his Spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, said Iyabo Oko made a great mark in the movie industry, adding that her demise is a loss of one of the state's talents in the creative industry.

He commiserated with her family and the movie industry as a whole, urging them to take consolation in the fact that she lived a life full of many accomplishments.

"Sidikat Odukanwi (aka Iyabo Oko) was a delight to watch in movies, and through her works, many were touched in various ways. With her gone, the memory of the sensation she radiates from the screen and more, the laughter she inspired in many homes are worthy consolations," the condolence message reads in part.

"I mourn her loss knowing well the great talent that we have lost. I extend my heartfelt condolences to her immediate family, the movie industry, her esteemed fans and everyone touched by her painful exit. 

"It is my sincere prayer that they get the strength to bear the hard moment her passage represents. May God grant her soul eternal rest."

Signed:

Mallam Olawale Rasheed,

The Spokesperson to the Executive Governor of Osun State