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𝐎𝐒𝐔𝐍 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐈𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐄𝐑 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐂𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐓𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐌 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐘𝐒 𝐇𝐎𝐒𝐓 𝐓𝐎 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐆𝐔𝐄 𝐀𝐘𝐄𝐃𝐀𝐀𝐃𝐄 𝐋.𝐆 𝐏𝐃𝐏 𝐖𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐍 𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐒. Early today, Hon. Abiodun OJO the honorable commissioner for culture and tourism received the audience of PDP women leaders across the eleven (11) electoral wards of Ayedaade L.G led by the local government woman leader Mrs. Ogunfolaju at his Abeere government secretariat office.  The courtesy visit provided the women leaders the opportunity to discuss the need for female gender inclusiveness and welfare in government. They want their efforts and numbers in bringing the government onboard to be rewarded appropriately.  While thanking the women leaders for the visit, Hon. Abiodun reassured his guests and other female gender across the state of adequate representation in the government of Osun State under the leadership of H.E Sen. Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke.  He reiterated the importance of women in sust

IFE ZONE IMMAMS AND ARTISANS PAYS A COURTESY VISIT TO THE  CARETAKER CHAIRMAN IFE OOYE HON LEKAN IJIWOYE. Today, 30th of August 2023, The Ife zone Immams representative from Oke-Ogbo, Oke-Opa,  Modakeke, Modomo e.t.c pays a specially visits the Ife Ooye LCDA Caretaker Committee Members, led by the Chairman HON. OLALEKAN IJIWOYE These group of well respected individuals congratulated the chairman and His members, they pledged their alliance and hope for a cordial relationship. Likewise, Ife Zone Artisans visited the Chairman and His entourage @ the LCDA, to congratulate, bid for support and well balanced togetherness. In His words, the Chairman appreciated both groups after hosting them warmly. He promised good support as he looks forward to a better relationship and loyalty. Despite the facts that the meeting took place at different times, they ended on a good note with a heart of gratitude from both parties. Signed: *Comr. Adefioye Adelowo (Chief Press Secretary)* For: *Hon. Olalekan

Palliative Distribution: Osun Govt Releases Names of Distribution Committee, Says Osun Govt Remains Transparent and Accountable OSOGBO - 30/08/2023 - Osunstate.gov.ng Osun state government has released names of its Palliative Distribution Committee as demanded by a coalition of civil society even as it flaunts its credentials as a responsive, accountable and public spirited government. We have records of extensive consultation with the leadership of the civil society coalition including those accusing the administration of excluding them. Some activists fail to see the public spiritedness of the Governor and decided to stay away from the exercise. That should not be blamed on the government. In a statement issued on Wednesday evening, the government said the committee represented all shades of society opinion , submitting that any group that is interested in being part of the committee can show interest instead of resorting to blackmail and character assasination. We are of the view th

Governor Adeleke moves to revive abandoned Skills Acquisitions projects in Osun  The Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke, on Wednesday, took steps aimed at reviving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) projects abandoned in various parts of the state This followed a tour of the projects by the Special Adviser to Governor Adeleke on SDGs and Multilateral Relations, Bamikole Omishore     of Skills' Acquisition Centres in Iragbiji and Osogbo.  Omishore was accompanied on the visit by three other cabinet members, namely the Commissioner for Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Ayofe Olatunji Maroof, Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Rev. Bunji Jenyo, and Commissioner for Empowerment, Prince Bayo Ogungbamigbe. Speaking to journalists after the comprehensive tour, Omishore said the action was in line with Governor Adeleke's pledge “not to abandon any important project inherited from the previous administration.” He said the objective of the team was to ca

Designer of Nigeria’s flag, Pa Michael Taiwo Akinkunmi (O.F.R) is dead A nonagenarian who designed Nigeria’s flag, Pa. Michael Taiwo Akinkunmi (OFR), is dead. Pa. Akinkunmi, aged 93, died in the early hours of Tuesday after a brief illness. His demise was announced via the Facebook account of one of his children. He wrote, “Life is indeed transient; I can say boldly that you live a life with a landmark. Continue to rest, my father! Pa Michael Taiwo Akinkunmi (O.F.R.): Great Man has gone.” a Akinwumi, a native of Abeokuta, Ogun State, was born on May 10, 1936, but lived in Ibadan until his demise.

IFE OOYE LCDA NULGE EXECUTIVES MET WITH THE CHAIRMAN. The NIGERIA UNION OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEE EXECUTIVES had a robust discussions with Ife Ooye LCDA Caretaker Committee Members, led by the Chairman (HON. OLALEKAN IJIWOYE). The body of executives engaged the Chairman and members on issues that concerns welfarism of the general staff, development of the group at large, and provision of social amenities. The Chairman reiterated his unalloyed support and commitment to all issues raised, also promised to ensure that no stone is left unturned in ensuring the developments, comfortability of all the staffs and the renovations of the council. Furthermore, Hon. Ijirity most importantly emphasized on the supply of water system, provision of public convenience, and establishment of health unit, as the saying goes that "health is wealth" among other exigent needs. The discussion ended on a good note with words of prayer from the Honourable members and NULGE staff @IFE OOYE. Signed:

PALLIATIVE DISTRIBUTION:OSUN ALGON FEELS THE PAINS OF AVERAGE RESIDENTS Osun ALGON has assured residents of the state that government will do everything within its reach to ensure that the heat of the fuel subsidy removal is not much felt in the State. The chairman of ALGON, Osun State Otunba Sarafadeen Awotunde stated this after the resolution of the fuel subsidy removal committee to commence the distribution of bags of rice made available by the federal government. Otunba Awotunde who eulogized the native intelligence of members of the committee to ensure fairness in the distribution of the palliatives noted that every necessary group will benefit from the largesse. According to him, the decision to give the first batch of the palliatives to Atakunmosa East, and West, Ayedaade, Ayedire, Boluwaduro, BORIPE Ede North, Ede South, Egbedore and Ejigbo local governments  deserves commendations   It notes that the rice will not be distributed to individuals, but to religious bodies civil so

Osun State Government Begins Palliative Distribution with 10 Local Governments OSOGBO - 29/08/2023 - Osunstate.gov.ng Osun State Government will tomorrow begin the distribution of the first batch of rice palliatives totalling 6,300 bags on a local government basis. This was the conclusion of the Palliative Distribution Committee at its meeting held at the State Secretariat, on Tuesday. The state government Palliative Distribution Committee which composes of representatives of different labour unions, civil Society Organisations, market women, religious groups, ALGON and pensioners among others, met at the Media Briefing Room inside Governor's Office, Abere. The agenda of the meeting was to design and relay the template for the distribution of the first batch of the palliative which is 6,300 50kg bags of rice. After deliberations, the committee agreed that the rice distributions should commence on Wednesday, 30th of August with 10 local government areas as the first set. The 10 loca

Governor Adeleke Reads Riot Act to Land grabbers (Omo Oniles) • Perpetrators will face the full wrath of law OSOGBO– 29/08/2023– Osunstate.gov.ng The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has warned land grabbers, popularly known as Omo onile to desist from their nefarious activities or face the full consequences of their illegal actions. Responding to a series of petitions that had flooded his office over harassment and molestation of artisans and contractors on building sites across Osun state, the Governor expressed disgust and anger at the reign of violence on innocent building workers by the so-called Omo oniles. He said his government will not tolerate the gruesome tactics of the Omo onile in forcing landowners to part away with their hard earned money, noting that security agencies have been instructed to go hard on anyone involved in the unwholesome practice. "I have received several petitions from Osogbo, Ife, Ilesa, Ikirun, Iwo, and almost every major

  First Osun SEC Meeting Holds Tomorrow OSOGBO– 29/08/2023– Osunstate.gov.ng The first State Executive Council meeting of the newly inaugurated Osun State Executive Cabinet is to be held tomorrow by 12pm.  Governor Ademola Adeleke issued the directive in a statement by his Spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed.  "The first Osun State cabinet meeting is to be held by 12 noon tomorrow to kickstart the new phase of our administration. In the last nine months, we have been running a Governor-in-council administration, and tomorrow, the full machinery of the government of Osun state will take off. "From tomorrow, our speed of delivery; our response to the aspirations of our people; and our implementation of the five point agenda will take a new dimension.  "Osun will experience increased growth, attention to youth unemployment, upgrade of our infrastructures, development of tourism and creative industry, reform of our education, new preventive health delivery system, expansion

ROAD TRANSPORT WORKER AND FARMER ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIA PAY COURTESY VISIT TO THE  CARETAKER CHAIRMAN IFE OOYE LCDA, HON. OLALEKAN IJIWOYE Glory be to God Almighty GOD, for His mercies endureth forever. Let’s start by thanking God for the inaugural ceremony of our able caretaker Chairman of IFE OOYE LCDA, HON. OLALEKAN IJIWOYE Uncountable individuals have been trooping in to celebrate and welcome our indefatigable Chairman. In return, he has been receiving the guests with a warm reception and hospitality. Part of the guests includes the ROAD TRANSPORT WORKERS’ EXECUTIVES, led by their Chairman, KOLAWOLE KEHINDE AND The FARMERS ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIA was led by their Chairman, Madam Williams. In both meetings, they pleaded for the support of the new Caretaker Committee Members, headed by the Chairman,  Hon. Olalekan Ijiwoye.  They also promised to be a good partner in progress by abiding by the laid down rules and regulations. It was a remarkable moment @IFE OOYE. Stay tuned for more up

OSUN STATE COMMISSIONER FOR TRANSPORT SEEK CITIZENS SUPPORT IN COERCION OF TRAFFIC LAW  While speaking at OSBC Radio station at 104.5fm on a program tag " AABO LOJU POPO", He noted that parking problems has been one of the barbellate issue affecting the economy and the environment, adding that the State Government can no longer fold its hands. While giving the affirmation that continuous reaction from commuters is essential towards having free traffic in the state, Commissioner Sesan Oyedele explained that the ministry's responsibility of coordinating plan and policies of government to traffic matters can be managed by the citizens and transporters. He reviewed the important of transport security is to Reduced risk of travel or trade disruptions in response to security threats.  In his word ; Transport security is a point-to-point security mechanism that can be used for authentication, message integrity, and confidentiality. The commissioner for transport also solicited f

𝐎𝐒𝐔𝐍 @𝟑𝟐: 𝐎𝐒𝐔𝐍 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐈𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐄𝐑 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐂𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐓𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐌 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐋𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒 𝐆𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐍𝐎𝐑 𝐀𝐃𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐋𝐀 𝐀𝐃𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐊𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐄𝐎𝐏𝐋𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐎𝐒𝐔𝐍 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐄. ~𝑨𝒅𝒗𝒐𝒄𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒄𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝒗𝒂𝒍𝒖𝒆𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝒄𝒖𝒍𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒃𝒍𝒂𝒄𝒌 𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒂𝒈𝒆.  Hon. Abiodun OJO the honorable commissioner for culture and tourism has congratulated the people of Osun State on the 32nd anniversary of the state's creation. He described the over three decades of the existence of Osun State as a great achievement of heroes past and present who love and cherish the cultural value of the people of Osun.  His statement reads;  "I congratulate the Governor H.E Sen. Ademola Adeleke and the people of Osun State on this occasion of our 32nd anniversary of creation. I equally thank all the heroes past and present who labored for the creation of what we have today as Osun State which is directly the representation of who we are an

Subsidized Palliatives: Osun Government Begins Distribution of Palliative Tomorrow  _2 billion naira received out of 5 billion Palliative_ OSOGBO- 28/08/2023 - Osunstate.gov.ng The Osun State government through its palliative committee in partnership with the ministry of special duties and regional integration will begin the distribution of the subsidized rice palliative tomorrow.  This was disclosed in a release by the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Oluomo Kolapo Alimi, who stated that the mode of sharing has been finalized by the committee, and that the distribution starts tomorrow Tuesday August 29, 2023. According to the release, beneficiaries will begin to receive the rice palliatives according to the time -table prepared to capture everyone. The release added that the distribution will commence immediately after the Palliative Committee meets tomorrow morning.  "The total number of the subsidized rice palliatives that will be distributed tomorrow is 5

Honoring Humanity and Compassion: Otunba Tunde Badmus  Celebrates Erelu Ngozi Adeleke's Birthday The Personal Assistant to the Executive Governor of Osun State on Political Affairs, Otunba Tunde Badmus, has extended his heartfelt congratulations and warmest regards to H.E. Erelu Ngozi Adeleke on the momentous occasion of her birthday. In a statement he personally signed on Monday, Otunba Tunde Badmus described Erelu Ngozi Adeleke as a remarkable woman whose grace and kindness illuminate every corner of our beloved Osun State. The statement reads: "On this momentous day, I am elated to extend my sincerest and warmest birthday wishes to you, a remarkable woman whose grace and kindness illuminate every corner of our beloved Osun State. As the Personal Assistant to the Executive Governor of Osun State on Political Affairs, I am privileged to witness firsthand the incredible impact you make on the lives of our people. "Your unwavering dedication to philanthropy, combined with

Osun PDP Celebrates Governor's Wife, Erelu Ngozi' Adeleke On Her Birthday The state working committee,on behalf of leaders and members of our great party, the Peoples Democratic Party in Osun State, joins family, friends and associates in celebrating Her Excellency, Erelu Ngozi Adeleke as she marks her birthday today. Osun PDP wishes to use the occasion of Erelu Ngozi's birthday to commend Her Excellency for all she has done directly or indirectly for the upliftment of wellbeing of womenfolk, indigent children and the less privileged in the society. The party also appreciates the unflinching support Her Excellency has given to the leader of the party and Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke Your roles over the years in the struggle to liberate our dear state will continue to receive accolades from all and sundry. We wish you a pleasant celebration your Excellency, just as we pray God to grant you sound health as you continue to explore opportunit

Governor Adeleke celebrates Otunba Femi Carena on his birthday OSOGBO - 28/08/2023 - Osunstate.gov.ng The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has warmly felicitated with Otunba Femi Carena on the occasion of his birthday, extolling his deep sense of commitment and untainted integrity. Governor Adeleke who acknowledged Otunba Carena's sterling record in public service over the years, noted in a congratulatory message signed by his Spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, that the former caretaker secretary of the PDP in the state, is a suitable reference in diligent execution of responsibilities. The Governor hailed Otunba Carena sustained commitment to the PDP and its ideology in the face of extreme pressure, noting that his Special Adviser on Foreign Direct Investment has demonstrated over the years that his loyalty is not for sale. "On this day, I join family, friend and well-wisher to celebrate a man of impeccable character and unbending zeal for service,

Governor Adeleke Commiserates with Timi of Ede and Families of late  Fadeelatu Sheik Is'aq Akindeere (Baba L'Ogberin) OSOGBO - 28/08/2023 - Osunstate.gov.ng Governor Ademola Adeleke has commieserated with his Royal Majesty, the Timi of Ede, Oba Munirudeen Adesola Lawal over the demise of renowned religious leader, Fadeelatu Sheik Is'aq Akindeere (Baba L'Ogberin), describing the exit of the Sheikh as a huge loss to the muslim ummah in Osun state and Nigeria as a whole. In a statement he personally signed, Governor Adeleke described the late Sheikh who is also the father of the Special Adviser on Chieftaincy Matters, as an erudite islamic scholar who contributed immensely to the growth of islam locally and nationally. While urging the traditional ruler and the families of the deceased to take heart, the Governor prayed for the repose of the soul of the late islamic leader even as he noted the huge gap the Sheikh is living behind for Ede and Osun state as a whole. " I

Barrister Kanmi Ajibola Congratulates Her Excellency, Erelu Ngozi Adeleke on Her Birthday Anniversary.  The Honourable member representing Oriade state constituency in the Osun State House of Assembly, Barrister Kanmi Ajibola has congratulated the wife of the Executive Governor of Osun State, Her Excellency, Erelu Ngozi Adeleke on the auspicious occasion of her birthday.   In a statement released today, Barrister Kanmi Ajibola said" Today is yet another opportunity to celebrate the uniqueness of God over Her Excellency, Erelu Ngozi Adeleke, thank God for sparing your life to witness yet another birthday on earth." " As the wife of the Executive Governor of Osun State you have shown incredible passion, commitment and resilience in supporting your husband and the present administration.  "Your tireless efforts and commitment to making a difference in the lives of people have not gone unnoticed. You have been a beacon of hope and a source of inspiration for many".

Erelu Ngozi Adeleke, a Compassionate Woman and an Epitome of Virtues. The Honourable Commissioner for Agriculture in Osun State, Chief Tola Faseru has felicitated with the wife of the Osun State Governor, Her Excellency Erelu Ngozi Adeleke on the auspicious occasion of her birthday anniversary. Hon. Tola Faseru in his goodwill message on Monday appreciated the Grace of God over Her Excellency, for the opportunity of celebrating another birthday on earth, describing her as a compassionate woman and epitome of virtues. Hon. Tola Faseru praised the Governor's wife for being a pillar of support for Gov. Ademola Adeleke and her virtuous characters that has defined her ways of life which has helped in contributing her quotas to the present administration and the development of Osun State. The Honourable Commissioner for Agriculture in a statement said "today we celebrate the uniqueness of God over Her Excellency for being a compassionate woman who has given back to the society throu

PALLIATIVE: OSUN APC CAN ONLY FOOL ITSELF BY SARAFA IBRAHIM If there is anything comical and at the same time unsettling, it is the newfound concern for the public welfare that the main opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) seemed to be striving so hard to sell to the public lately. For twelve years, the APC administered the affairs of Osun state, and all we could tell about it was gross mismanagement of public resources, and poor welfare attitude, among other disturbing statistics that made Osun people say no to it at the July 16, 2022 governorship election and the subsequent general elections. This is why it is odd reading a piece by one Adebayo Adedeji that ridiculously tried to create the impression that Governor Ademola Ademola is deliberately delaying the distribution of palliative to cushion the effect of fuel subsidy removal. In that article titled "Why Is Governor Adeleke Denying Osun People Of Palliatives?", Adedeji mischievously pictured Governor Adeleke as un

Governor Adeleke Felicitates Wife, Erelu Ngozi  Adeleke On Her Birthday  OSOGBO- 28/08/2023 - Osunstate.gov.ng The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke has felicitated with his darling wife, Chief Mrs Erelu Ngozi Adeleke on the occasion of her birthday, thanking God for preserving her so that her glory may shine for the whole world to experience. In a special congratulatory message personally signed by him, Governor Adeleke extols the strength, selflessness and sacrifice of Chief Ngozi through the years and now as he paddles the waters of governance in the state in her areas of interests. "My darling wife, you have been gracious and understanding even in the face of many challenges that come with this new role. I feel blessed and privileged to share this exciting experience of life with you by my side. May God continue to bless and keep you safe my love" "Your kindness to others and to humanity is enviable, My prayer for you on this

Alhaji Mao holds thanksgiving service in church, dedicates Local Government to God. ...Congratulates Osun masses @32 years anniversary of the creation of the State. ..........Donates two hundred thousand naira for church development.  The caretaker chairman of Isokan Local Government, Ahlaji Abdulazeez Adeniran Mao has dedicated Isokan Local Government to God with a promise to always magnify God in everything. Speaking at the special thanksgiving service today to thank God for what he has done in his life and to mark the 32nd anniversary of the creation of Osun State at St Banaba's Anglican church, Oju Oja Apomu, Alhaji Mao who read from the book of Act 16 vs 8-20, declared that he will rule with the fear of God in his heart and he will only be satisfied when he sees God gloried. “I am here this morning to give glory Honor and adoration to God for what he has done for me. “I dedicate this victory to God that as we are beginning, God will be with us and lead us through” Hon. Mao tha

Babayemi Should Stop Dancing To Melodious Songs Of The Devil, Political Pickpocketing - Osun PDP Osun State PDP has once again advised Mr Dotun Babayemi to wake up to political realities in the state and learn to live within his political means, in order not to liquidate too soon, whatever remains of his worth in the field of politics. The advice came in the wake of Babayemi's perjurious claims against the  courts regarding his several fruitless attempts to supplant the popular and collective resolve of the people of Osun State. The wicked ambush which ended in the waste bins of the supreme court has continued to inflict psychological pains on Dotun, who has been exhibiting same without decorum. For sake of emphasis and that of the public, no court of record restrained Osun State Chapter of the PDP from expelling Dotun Babayemi from the party for gross misconducts and anti-party activities. His expulsion from the party had been procedurally effected before he purportedly went to co

HON SESAN OYEDELE, COMMISSIONER FOR TRANSPORT MESSAGE ON THE 32ND ANNIVERSARY OF THE CREATION OF OSUN STATE I, Hon Sesan Oyedele, The commissioner for transport, on behalf of my permanent Secretary, management and staff of the ministry of transportation heartily facilitate with the Executive Governor of Osun State,Gov Ademola Adeleke,The Deputy governor, Prince Adekola Adewusi and the entire good people of Osun State on the occasion of 32nd anniversary of our dear state Osun State has come a long way as a state right from 27th august 1991 til date. We have Made enormous developmental milestones and advancement that has placed us on a pedestal, making us stand out above our equals Let us not be uneasy then about the different roads we may pursue, as believing them the shortest, to that our last abode, but following the guidance of a good conscience, let us be happy in the hope that by these different paths we shall all meet in the end As we mark our 32nd anniversary, It is my prayers an

Governor Adeleke Salutes Founding Fathers, As Osun Marks 32nd Anniversary. ● Governor Adeleke: Osun Is Ready To Harness State's Economic Potentials ● Digital Ecosystem, Infrastructure Upgrade, Tourism And Education Potentials Form Gov's Anniversary Address OSOGBO - 27/08/2023 - Osunstate.gov.ng The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke on Sunday acknowledged the unforgettable determination of the founding fathers of Osun State which culminated into creation of the state on August 27, 1991 by the then Military Head of State, General Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida. In a statewide address Sunday morning, Governor Adeleke recalled the selfless and long suffering efforts of the state founding fathers, which he said predated the nation's independence and only came to fruition in 1991 with Osogbo as the state capital. Governor Adeleke's address was centered majorly on the solutions and positive approach of the state government to consolidate on the positive str

LG Caretaker Committees to Pursue Massive Grassroots Development - Commissioner        Some local government secretariats in Osun state will be completely overhauled to make them conducive for both political office holders and civil servants to work comfortably    Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Dosu Babatunde stated this while featuring on IMOLE AYO a sensitization programme promoting the activities of Governor Ademola Adeleke's administration on OSBC Radio and Television channels    The weekly Yoruba simulcast programme is put in place by the office of the spokesperson to the governor, Mallam Olawale Rasheed to showcase the achievements of Governor Ademola Adeleke's administration in Osun state    Hon Babatunde lamented the poor state of infrastructure in virtually all the local government secretariats, saying what he met on ground during his recent visits to Osogbo and Atakunmosa West local government secretariats was discouraging    The commi

BROADCAST ADDRESS ON THE 32ND ANNIVERSARY OF OSUN STATE’S CREATION BY HIS EXCELLENCY ADEMOLA JACKSON NURUDEEN ADELEKE. HELD ON 27TH AUGUST, 2023. Dear Citizens of Osun State, I am honored to address you today on the  occasion of the 32nd anniversary of our beloved Osun State. On August 27th, 1991, our state was carved out from the old Oyo State. Today marks a significant milestone in the history of our great state. As we reflect upon the journey, let us acknowledge what shaped our state and chart a course for a brighter and more prosperous future. Our state's creation was the outcome of the struggles of our people.  The founding fathers worked hard  to realize the vision. The struggle started as early as 1950”s with a series of commissions of inquiry in the old Oyo State. The doggedness of the founding fathers was rewarded on august 27th 1991, when General Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida created nine states including  Osun state with Osogbo as the capital. This marked the recognition of

We Are Ready For Partnership To Develop Sport In Osun - Governor Adeleke OSOGBO- 26/08/2023– Osunstate.gov.ng The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has reiterated his administration’s readiness to drive sports development in the state through public private partnership.  The Governor stated this while responding to an address by Masai Michael Ujiri, a British born Nigerian-Canadian professional basketball executive and President of the Toronto Raptors in the National Basketball Association (NBA).  Masai  addressed the delegation of Nigerian Governors at the ongoing leadership retreat organized by the Nigeria Governors Forum in Kigali, Rwanda.  Masai Ujiri disclosed that sports as an important sector needs proper attention by the government and to drive the needed development in the sector, the government needs to bring in private investors, citing examples of how commercializing sports has helped many developed countries.  Governor Adeleke, who was assured of th