(OPINION) Osun Mastermind Group: The Truth Beneath A Facade of Public Concern by Jubril Akintayo Onseyoo

(OPINION) Osun Mastermind Group: The Truth Beneath A Facade of Public Concern by Jubril Akintayo Onseyoo

The recent noise generated by the Osun Mastermind Group regarding the Osun State Government's 100 billion naira infrastructure plan is nothing but a feeble attempt to gain relevance and undue attention.

The group is made up of a ragtag bunch of scavengers who have no interest in the well-being of the people of Osun State. They are simply looking for a way to line their own pockets at the expense of the public.

This group, comprising a pathetic crew of opportunists, do not care about the well-being of the people of Osun State. Instead, their primary agenda is 'knock-the-government and get paid'. 

In their recent address, the group propagated a slew of lies and distortions. They alleged that the government lacked transparency about the infrastructure plan, yet the reality stands in stark contrast. The government meticulously outlined how the funds would be gotten and allocated, providing ample opportunities for public input and scrutiny. At the unveiling of the 100bn naira infra-plan, journalists were given opportunity to ask questions and critique the plan. In his response to the questions raised on how to get fund to carry out the plan, Governor Ademola Adeleke stated that he has been able to block leakages in the finances of the state in the last 11months that he has held sway, thereby giving him the opportunity to save funds for the plan. He equally stated that he has not been taking security vote due to him as Governor. Rather, he has been channeling the funds to the infrastructural development of the state. He also mentioned expanded revenue base, FG refunds etc as sources of funds. He reiterated that his government will not be taking loan to carry out the plan.

Furthermore, the Osun Mastermind Group asserted that the government lacks the capacity to execute the plan effectively. This claim, too, crumbles under scrutiny. The government boasts a commendable track record of effectually completing infrastructure projects within stipulated timelines and budgets, proving their capability. Vivid example is intracity roads began and completed within first few months of this government in many Local Government Areas in the state. Another example is provision of potable water in the 332 electoral wards in the state. Not to talk of Osogbo-Ikirun road that was abandoned by the friends of Mastermind Group, Oyetola Administration but completed within first 100days of the Adeleke Administration. The Mastermind should be questioned by the people of Osun State to provide evidences that suggest the Government may not be having capacity to execute the plan.

However, beneath the facade of concern for the public lies a bitter truth: the Osun Mastermind Group is, in essence, a front for the All Progressives Congress (APC), the party ousted from power in Osun State last year. Their bitterness over their defeat has manifested in a campaign of misinformation, aimed at undermining the credibility of the Adeleke administration.

It is imperative for the people of Osun State not to be swayed by the manipulative tactics of the Osun Mastermind Group. Their motives are far from altruistic; they are merely a group of political scavengers always seeking to exploit situations for personal gain. The public should discountenance their words, recognizing them for what they truly are: inconsequential and unworthy of attention.

Jubril Akintayo, a Project Management Consultant from Iwo LGA, resident in Abuja

(OPINION) Osun Mastermind Group: The Truth Beneath A Facade of Public Concern by Jubril Akintayo Onseyoo

(OPINION) Osun Mastermind Group: The Truth Beneath A Facade of Public Concern by Jubril Akintayo Onseyoo

The recent noise generated by the Osun Mastermind Group regarding the Osun State Government's 100 billion naira infrastructure plan is nothing but a feeble attempt to gain relevance and undue attention.

The group is made up of a ragtag bunch of scavengers who have no interest in the well-being of the people of Osun State. They are simply looking for a way to line their own pockets at the expense of the public.

This group, comprising a pathetic crew of opportunists, do not care about the well-being of the people of Osun State. Instead, their primary agenda is 'knock-the-government and get paid'. 

In their recent address, the group propagated a slew of lies and distortions. They alleged that the government lacked transparency about the infrastructure plan, yet the reality stands in stark contrast. The government meticulously outlined how the funds would be gotten and allocated, providing ample opportunities for public input and scrutiny. At the unveiling of the 100bn naira infra-plan, journalists were given opportunity to ask questions and critique the plan. In his response to the questions raised on how to get fund to carry out the plan, Governor Ademola Adeleke stated that he has been able to block leakages in the finances of the state in the last 11months that he has held sway, thereby giving him the opportunity to save funds for the plan. He equally stated that he has not been taking security vote due to him as Governor. Rather, he has been channeling the funds to the infrastructural development of the state. He also mentioned expanded revenue base, FG refunds etc as sources of funds. He reiterated that his government will not be taking loan to carry out the plan.

Furthermore, the Osun Mastermind Group asserted that the government lacks the capacity to execute the plan effectively. This claim, too, crumbles under scrutiny. The government boasts a commendable track record of effectually completing infrastructure projects within stipulated timelines and budgets, proving their capability. Vivid example is intracity roads began and completed within first few months of this government in many Local Government Areas in the state. Another example is provision of potable water in the 332 electoral wards in the state. Not to talk of Osogbo-Ikirun road that was abandoned by the friends of Mastermind Group, Oyetola Administration but completed within first 100days of the Adeleke Administration. The Mastermind should be questioned by the people of Osun State to provide evidences that suggest the Government may not be having capacity to execute the plan.

However, beneath the facade of concern for the public lies a bitter truth: the Osun Mastermind Group is, in essence, a front for the All Progressives Congress (APC), the party ousted from power in Osun State last year. Their bitterness over their defeat has manifested in a campaign of misinformation, aimed at undermining the credibility of the Adeleke administration.

It is imperative for the people of Osun State not to be swayed by the manipulative tactics of the Osun Mastermind Group. Their motives are far from altruistic; they are merely a group of political scavengers always seeking to exploit situations for personal gain. The public should discountenance their words, recognizing them for what they truly are: inconsequential and unworthy of attention.

Jubril Akintayo, a Project Management Consultant from Iwo LGA, resident in Abuja

Osun Multi- Billion Naira Infra Plan Strongly Complies with Procurement Laws- Information Commissioner

Osun Multi- Billion Naira Infra Plan Strongly Complies with Procurement Laws- Information Commissioner  

OSOGBO - 31/10/2023 - Osunstate.gov.ng

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

Osun PDP To Masterminds: Stop Overrating Your Importance, Scavenging Is Not Activism

Osun PDP To Masterminds: Stop Overrating Your Importance, Scavenging Is Not Activism

Furtherance to our reaction to the vituperations of a motley group calling themselves the Masterminds, Osun State PDP wishes to advise that members of the group live within the means of their ratings and not overhype their usefulness.

Yes, granted that members of the masterminds are at liberty to rue their choice in the last governorship election in the state with all forms of disguised lamentations, however we hold that such cries must be laced with some levels of reasonability.

Elements in the masterminds should be reminded that Governor Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke of Osun State towers above their irritating method of seeking attention or creating occasional impressions to dig out their usual target crumbs. 

Without fear of sounding arrogant or immodest, masterminds components are too inconsequential in integrity and cognitive clout to injure the growing popularity of a political institution like Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State. When they openly pitched their tent against the election of his Excellency last year, they sank with their tent. 

We make bold to say that none of the elements in the group of adult beggars is close to what they arrogate to themselves. Brutally scavenging around should not be a life of professionalism and that is why their noise can only be deafening in their own room. 

While the PDP administration will be waiting for the anti-graft agencies being dangled around by the unemployment induced jesters, our great party, the PDP will continue to support Governor Ademola Adeleke's robust quest to address the infrastructure deficit in the state.

The masterminds are enjoined to enrich their protests with the fact that the infra-plans will exceed even the hundred billion naira mark, as other phases of developmental projects are already being mapped out. Therefore, their petitions should not be limited only to the 100 billion phase, they should project into the future.

True stakeholders in the state have been consulted before His Excellency made public his infra plan. The likes of masterminds are not close to reckoning in terms of consultation of this administration because those who made them consulting partners only ended up as failures.

For PDP, we are in tune with the refusal of Mr Governor to patronize identified friends of those who ran Osun aground. We found and maintain our stand that it is against the interest of Osun State to open further doors of consultation with incontrovertible purveyors of failure in government, whose major interest is more of personal patronage than collective interest of the populace.

The PDP administration particularly, His Excellency, Governor Ademola Adeleke is too entrenched in his commitment to address the avoidable rot inflicted on the state by friends of the Masterminds. Thie administration is not the type some professional rogues will attempt to intimidate with some feeble threats of any anti-graft agency just because we are not providing 'soups' as they expected.

Or what more! We have noted with amusement, the constant mention of pots of soup by the supposed activists, which presupposes that the heart of the inconsistent wanderers is firmly gazed on patronage of soups rather than genuine love for anyone, not even their next neighbors in the state.

The anger expressed by' the 'Alagboole Activists' against the state chairman of the ruling party to us, was unnecessary. The chairman reserves every right to support the government of his governor, especially when criticism against such government was coming from non-entities like the masterminds.

Signed

Hon Ayodeji Areola

Osun State PDP publicity Secretary

31/10/2023

Osun Masterminds, an APC Wailing Group, in Lost Battle with Procurement -Compliant Adeleke - Osun PDP

Osun Masterminds, an APC Wailing Group, in Lost Battle with Procurement -Compliant Adeleke - Osun PDP

The Osun state chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party has described a mercenary group , Osun Masterminds, as a wailing group of the state's All Progressive Congress (APC) that is still bitter about the July 2022 electoral defeat.

Reacting to threats by the sponsored group to drag the state to the anti-graft agencies over the recently unveiled multi-billion naira infra plan, the party in a statement by its State Chairman, Hon Sunday Bisi said Osun Masterminds is so blinded by the loss of patronage it enjoyed under the former APC government that it remains deaf and dumb to due process compliance already ongoing on the infra plan.

The Mastermind fought hard to get APC retained in power but the group and its sponsors were flatly rejected and disgraced by the people who voted massively for the PDP and its candidate, Governor Ademola Adeleke, pointing out that "ever since then, the hired group has been acting as an unrepentant agent of rejected and defeated politicians"

The public will recall that the state government has already announced an ongoing  procurement process, bid advertisements have since been placed and a supplementary budget was already worked on by the State Assembly. A jaundiced group of stomach activists refuses to read clearly the statement of Mr Governor that all due process and procurement requirements are being complied with.

The group despite having a supposed professor as a team lead is also silent on the Governor's clear statement that the fund for the infra plan is to be sourced from savings, cost cutting measures and broadening of the revenue base of the state. The Governor was categorical that a project account has been opened specifically to fund the infrastructure plan without borrowing a kobo from a financial institution.

We wonder how saving money from frivolous expenditure as was in the past should warrant the threat of an anti-graft probe. It is even imbecilic of the group to threaten a state government for unveiling an infra plan even with full explanation of strategies of funding, justification for the projects and sustainability of the agenda. When will the so-called Mastermind accept the defeat of their masters who were defeated in four consecutive elections?

We dare the APC group to go ahead with its threat even as we affirm that Osun has moved on from an anti-development leadership to a pro-pepple , development focussed governorship. PDP is running a government of due process and transparency. We will not be distracted by rantings of political jobbers masquerading under civil society activism.

Signed

Hon Sunday Bisi,

State Chairman,

Osun State PDP

30th October, 2023

Governor Adeleke Dissolves Statutory Commissions

Governor Adeleke Dissolves Statutory Commissions

OSOGBO- 30/10/2023- Osunstate.gov.ng

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

GOVERNOR ADELEKE CONDOLES PDP, BABA OYEDOKUN OVER NATIONAL WOMEN LEADER'S DEATH

GOVERNOR ADELEKE CONDOLES PDP, BABA OYEDOKUN OVER NATIONAL WOMEN LEADER'S DEATH

EDE– 30/10/2023– Osunstate.gov.ng

Governor Ademola Adeleke is deeply saddened by the news of the passage of the National Women Leader of our great party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Professor Stella Effah-Attoe.

Prof. Stella Effah-Attoe was not just the leader of the womenfolk of our party, but a reflection of the limitless potential of our women considering her energy and strong zeal for success.

Her sudden demise is devastating and has created a huge vacuum for our great party given her contributions and depth of service while she was alive.

On behalf of the people of Osun state, I commiserate with the Acting National Chairman of the PDP and the entire National Working Committee (NWC) for this irreparable loss. 

My heartfelt condolences to my leader, Baba Shuaibu Oyedokun for the loss of his darling wife, the children left by the deceased, and hope that the elderstatesman and the entire family left behind can be comforted by the fact of a life full of accomplishments that she lived.

In this frightful and moment of darkness, I convey my sincere thoughts and prayers to everyone touched by Prof. demise while offering the support of the people to help them overcome this moment of sorrow and pain.

It is my sincere prayer that Almighty God repose her soul, grant her peaceful rest, and give everyone hurt by this painful incident the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss. 

Signed:

HE, Governor Ademola Adeleke,

The Executive Governor of Osun State

Ajibola Basiru: The Inconsequential Political Fly by Sarafa Ibrahim

Ajibola Basiru: The Inconsequential Political Fly by Sarafa Ibrahim 

While I was surfing the internet earlier today, I came across an article published on OperaNews, and I burst into laughter after reading it. It was funny because the article, which I believe the writer can never be from Osun, tried to wrap an image that does not exist for the demagogue National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Ajibola Basiru, as far as the politics of this state is concerned.

Well, I don't know the kind of impression that Basiru may have struck with people outside Osun state, but it smack delusionary to assume he's any critical in the politics of the state that he could be 'Tormentor-In-Chief' of Governor Ademola Adeleke. No serious APC member in Osun state as of today will entertain such puerile thought, because it is by every parameter a ridiculous joke.

Anyone who watched Basiru's entry into Osun politics through former Governor Rauf Aregbesola's benevolence will have no trouble understanding what is at play here. Basiru, in his characteristic manner, may be trying to play a fast one of unsuspecting leadership of his party by creating a wrong sense of his capabilities.

In the build-up to the 2022 governorship election, he wore a similar posture, arrogantly exaggerating his influence to ensure the return of former Governor Gboyega Oyetola. At that time, he was a serving Senator (although he secured the position through heavy rigging in collusion with INEC) and by the end of the election, not only did Oyetola lose reelection, but Basiru lost heavily in the central senatorial district despite being the serving Senator.

This heavy defeat was repeated in his own election only eight months after as the electorate rejected his bid to return to the red chamber overwhelmingly. So, it makes no sense for anyone to even contemplate the thought, not to talk of putting it in writing, that such a person as Basiru will cause any worry for a performing Governor Adeleke.

Except for rabble-rousing, which is apparently his operational mode lately, in order to retain the remnant of the deeply factionalized Osun APC, Basiru is not capable of anything because the people don't take him seriously at all. And the reason for this is in Basiru's arrogant nature and disastrous output in the public office he has held so far.

As the Attorney-General for Osun state, Basiru supervised, or perhaps motivated, some of the worst legal conundrums that still hurt the state to this moment. One of such is the thoroughly discredited 'State of Osun' as against the constitutionally known Osun state, triggering unnecessary confusion and in some cases, causing the people of the state some losses. A few days ago, an Industrial Court in Ibadan went hard on the needless controversy that Basiru's time as Attorney-General necessitated, adding to the list of legal pronouncements that have the decision under Basiru to the dustbin of history. 

And as a Senator, he was woeful, not just in the effective representative of the interests of constituents in the Senate, but also in the image-making role entrusted to him by his colleagues. Throughout his four years in the Senate, Basiru struggled hard to point out any meaningful contribution he added to the central senatorial district, informing the wise decision of the electorate to show him the way out.

So, it can only be a dry joke for anyone to assume Basiru poses any challenge to Governor Adeleke. He doesn't and cannot, because Osun people are smart enough to compare the horrible past that the likes of Basiru represent, and the refreshing present and promising future that Governor Adeleke emboldens. 

Even Basiru knows well the truth of his influence among the Osun people, the reason why he's always vague and empty in many of his rhetorics. He knows well the damages that his party had wrought on Osun state while it held sway, and why he always avoids talking about it as a justification for his vainglorious assertion of APC returning to power in the state by 2026.

Basiru entertains the illusion that the federal government under President Bola Tinubu will rig APC back to power in 2026 as it would be impossible to beat a performing Governor Adeleke. And that is yet another mistake, which I'm sure he will soon find out when the Osun people resoundingly renew the mandate of Governor Adeleke on account of his impressive performance in office.

While Basiru or those he's manipulating with false impressions about his influence and stand in Osun wallow in self-deceit, Governor Adeleke will be busy working so hard to improve the lives of the people and expand the prospects of the state. This is because, unlike Basiru who has a different idea of how to assume authority in a democracy, Governor Adeleke exercises firm fate in the power of the people to determine leadership. Basiru can enjoy the illusion of the borrowed office he currently occupies, but he should know that borrow-borrow no dey last.

Worthy of note, APC is presently irreparably balkanised and internally destroyed. It is a mere carcass and among those with verfiable claim to the skeleton, Bashiru is not even one of them. He is a compound political sweeper, far removed from the sitting room, talkless of being admitted to the inner room. Maybe he's struggling to be noticed, however, it took the wrong route.

• Sarafa Ibrahim is a Special Assistant to the Osun State Governor and writes from Iwo, Osun State

PDP National Women Leader's Death: Osun PDP Condoles Alhaji Oyedokun, NWC

PDP National Women Leader's Death: Osun PDP Condoles Alhaji Oyedokun, NWC

The State Working Committee of the Osun State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP), under the chairmanship of Hon Sunday Bisi has expressed sadness over the news of the demise of the National Women Leader of the party, Professor Stella Effah-Attoe who passed on to the great beyond after a brief illness.

The death of the erudite mother of great repute hurts the more here in Osun PDP family as she was a loving wife of one of the great leaders and a member of the Board of Trustees of our party, Alhaji Shuaib Oyedokun.

Though, our party is devastated by the loss of Professor Stella Effah-Attoe, we cannot but submit to the will of Almighty Allah, the supreme giver and taker of life, who has chosen to take such a loyal thoroughbred party stalwart at this crucial time.

Our party in Osun State shares this moment of grief with our leader, Alhaji Shuaib Oyedokun, children and the entire family the late National Women Leader left behind.

We also express deep sympathy with the PDP acting National Chairman and members of the National Working Committee over the ultimate exit of one of the most important members of the team.

May God in His infinite mercy repose the gentle soul of Professor Stella and grant all affected by her demise the fortitude to bear the loss.

 

Signed

Hon Sunday Bisi

Osun State PDP Chairman

29/10/2023.

SOOKO TAJUDEEN LAWAL IS AN ENEMY OF PROGRESS

SOOKO TAJUDEEN LAWAL IS AN ENEMY OF PROGRESS

There is this children's book I read while I was very young: "The Sun, the Moon and the Stars". Also, my Dad was always available for me to answer any of my questions, especially in the evening whenever I noticed anything new in the sky. So, whenever I got to school and told my friends that there was more than a star in the sky or that the sun was bigger than the size we see, they laughed at me. They didn't know because they didn't have access to the information I had.

The dullard that was imposed as the Osun APC Chairman today now behaves like those of my primary school friend. The difference between them is that my friends have the desire to know when the information is readily available but Tajudeen Lawal has blocked his mind from acquiring knowledge because he wants to, at all costs, protect his plate of porridge. Those of us who read books are not doing it for fun but we do it as a priority for us to be excellent leaders. 

Strangely, a Sooko who grew up seeing good roads and developmental projects under Late Chief Obafemi Awolowo today sees nothing wrong in the dilapidated and bad condition that his thin god, Oyetola, left almost all the roads in his hometown.

In September, the Minister of Works announced the plans of the Federal Government to construct super highways connecting Abuja-Lagos, Port Harcourt, and Lagos. The project, the Minister said will be done through Public Private Partnership initiative. This is the plan of a government that owes contractors about 10 Trillion Naira as reported by Guardian Newspaper on the 11th of October, 2023. 

Unfortunately, the highly deficient Sooko Tajudeen Lawal is not aware of such information let alone he will be able to say anything meaningful about it. Only an enemy of progress as described in Crash Tesla movie will say infrastructural development is not good. 

I was discussing with a friend recently on human mentality. I posited that it is easy for an unexposed young man to run mentally when privileged to see superstructure which a boy who was born and nurtured in Ikoyi will not do. I think it was Shehu Sanni who said many of the politicians of today had little or no exposure before getting to position and that makes it difficult to understand how things work by the time their foray into politics avail them the opportunity of seeing roads, investment and development in developed state of nations.

Anyone who knows Tajudeen Lawal very well will not be disappointed at his uneducated statement that was written for him on the 100 Billion development program unveiled by the performing good-hearted incumbent governor of Osun State, Sen. Ademola Nurudeen Jackson Adeleke. Sooko is unaccustomed to development and that is why he almost went mad recently when he dashed a vehicle to upgrade his living standard.

It is unfortunate for Tajudeen Lawal that his party and boss, Oyetola could not make any meaningful developmental impact in Ile-Ife throughout his 48 months of reign in Osun. Now that a nobleman who understands the impact of infrastructural development on the growth and development of a state is in charge, Sooko could not bury his head in shame, rather he appended his signature on a conflicting piece written in his name. 

In the piece, Tajudeen said the project is meant to enrich some people while in another breadth, he stylishly requested the governor to reveal the magic he intended to use to execute such an unprecedented project without borrowing.

That is the aspect that Tajudeen Lawal and his party remnants could not comprehend. Such will be difficult for anyone who belongs to a party that is known for impoverishing the masses and denying the workforce their entitlement to comprehend.

Late Nelson Mandela in one of his speeches said "Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world". Who do we blame for Sooko Tajudeen Lawal's unfortunate wrong mentality? Those who refused to give him education or Sooko himself who failed to acquire knowledge and worse, refused to adapt himself to modern realities.

Those of us who are privileged to have tapped into some of the APC platforms are aware of how the sane and reasonable ones among the APC are condemning Oyetola for his failure in infrastructural development, which culminated in his loss at the poll. Few of them are courageous enough to have even applauded Sen. Adeleke for the continuous work he is doing on the APC's unfinished projects. That alone is enough to inform Sooko Tajudeen Lawal that Sen. Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke is not chasing clout but focusing on his promises to develop the State. 

Progress is distinct from an idea, to improve something is to envision its present state, have a definite idea of the endpoint you envisage, and have a plan and the expertise to guide it to the end. An idea needs not to be bogus, only functional. Sen. Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke understands how to make a slab of wood become a door, a table, or a flute. Sooko Tajudeen Lawal should shun bad belle politics, stop being an enemy of progress, and encourage what is good for our dear State.

Osun is a land of opportunity and we shall all witness her greatness under the leadership of Sen. Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke.

Oladejo Yusuff Damilare is a Media Aide to the Governor who writes from Ede South Local Government.

Funding Project without Borrowing is highly commendable By Comrade Samakin Abdul-Jeleel Abiodun

Funding Project without Borrowing is highly commendable By Comrade Samakin Abdul-Jeleel Abiodun

The Executive Governor of Osun State, His Excellency; Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke has done it again by unveiling 100billion Naira proposed project to beautify the State and to attract more investors to the State.

To set the record straight, after 2022 Governorship Election the Former Governor Adegboyega Oyetola administration left huge amount of debt and Osun State was financially incapacitated and the current Governor, Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke inherited the debt incurred by the former administrations under the leadership of Alhaji Isiaka Adegboyega Oyetola and His APC cohorts. 

Mr Governor was not discouraged, he was focused and well determined to serve the good people of Osun State with his Political Agenda to rebuild and rejig the economy of Osun State innovatively and to prove that His tenure is not for frivolities but to serve the good people of Osun State with purposefully good governance.

Coming up with 100billion Naira Projects without borrowing, is highly innovative and distinctively creditable to Mr Governor, His Excellency; Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke.

Osun State is very lucky to have such a personality as Her Governor and we appreciate Him for this wonderful service to humanity and Osun people at large. The doubting Thomas's in Osun State are presently retracting their stereotype ideology and mindset to give Kudos to the performing Governor and his incomparable governance in the anals of Osun State.

A government who invested on infrastructures in this manner, such government understand the rudiment of woeing and encouraging investors for productive investment.

We believe in the next few years, Osun State will be a hub for attraction of investors.

The following are the Summary of the proposed Target of 100 Billion Naira Infrastructure Fund: 

i. Construction of Six Flyovers,

ii. Renovation of Six Secondary Schools

iii. Quarterly Imole Medical and Surgical Outreach in Six State Hospitals

iv. Construction of Two Bridges

v. Dualization of Five Roads

vi. Construction and Rehabilitations of 1.5Km Length roads in 30 local government including one area Council

vii. Boreholes in all the 332 wards of Osun State.

The uniqueness of this plans was that, the Governor said he is not going to borrow to Fund the Project which was highly commendable and meritorious.

We hereby urge the good people of Osun State to continue to give maximum support to the administration of Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke for the development of the State.

By: Comrade Samakin Abdul-Jeleel Abiodun

Written from Ayedade local govt of Osun State

29-10-2023

OPINION :The Politics of Osun N100b Infrastructure: Iwo in Perspective by Oladipupo Sefiu (B-Urself)

OPINION :The Politics of Osun N100b Infrastructure: Iwo in Perspective by Oladipupo Sefiu (B-Urself)

The government of Osun State under the amiable Governor Ademola Adeleke officially came on board on November 27, 2022, with a zeal to turn around the state economy and social well-being of the people. Almost a year after, the government has not deviated from its solemn determination.

By the time it marks its one year in office in the next few weeks, the Peoples Democratic Government-led administration would have checked all the relevant boxes as a team that works with feasible timelines and deliverables.

One of such efforts at providing infrastructural renewal is the recent launch of a gigantic infrastructural development fund worth N100 billion. The plan includes the situation of never-seen-before physical projects across strategic locations in the state. On a deep analysis of the initiative, one would acknowledge that these are not just physical projects, but ones that are at the intersection of investment stability and enhanced economic participation of the people through intra and inter-connectivity within and outside the state, making it cheap and seamless for people and products to be conveyed to where they are most needed.

With the announcement of the communities where these projects, including the construction of six flyer-overs, communities not listed have expressed their displeasures. Some displeasures are truly genuine, but the docile opposition All Progressives Congress has turned this into an object to latch on to appeal to their members. Particularly Iwo is not on the table of communities where flyovers would be sited.

However, it is worthy of note that the infrastructural plan encompasses different segments, such as school renovations, massive lengths of road constructions, hospitals, and subsidized health services, among others, large enough to go around. But the feeble-minded opposition will not talk about it because they want to make heavy weather out of it. For the interested minds not to be distracted by the grumblings of the APC in Iwo and at the state level, it is important to point out certain facts that the opposition is struggling to obliterate.

From the get-go, the governor has made it so glaring that he is a governor of all and a particular friend of Iwo and there is demonstrable evidence to drive this home. In constituting his cabinet, many credible individuals from Iwo were appointed to key roles. This is fact-checkable. At the time these critical appointments were made, the same opposition claimed the governor was ‘Iwonising’ appointments and treating its people with preference.

In terms of projects, the objective conclusion is that Iwo boasts of many timely, people-focused facilities such as road constructions and rehabilitations. For instance, Adeleke’s government has constructed Araromi - Panada - Kuti roads, all within Iwo metropolis.

If it could be argued that the provisions of boreholes and free health services that have benefitted thousands of people, senior citizens inclusive, were statewide interventions, what of the reconstruction of collapsed bridges specially done in Iwo? We witnessed how a chairman under the APC government in Iwo was making a public appeal before a collapsed bridge at the Obate area could be rebuilt. Little wonder that our people did not have any strand of confidence in them.

Until October 27, 2022, the APC-led government paid lip service to the overall reconstruction of the Iwo-Osogbo expressway, only remembering their words about the road during election seasons for twelve years. Regardless of the change of government, Governor Adeleke remains committed to delivering the project. Under his leadership, the state legislature is in close oversight supervision with the contractor, engaging him from time to time and underscoring this administration’s commitment to keeping its promises, seeing the road completed after years of its abandonment by the APC is all that the well-meaning Iwo people are asking for. 

As we speak, the moribund Iwo Water Works is being redesigned for municipal water provisions to power businesses and household needs, this is aside from the construction of another 1.5km road about to commence in the Iwo community, Rather than being a vibrant opposition that keeps the government on its toes, the APC structure is engaging in building a communal resentment unhelpful to no one, including the party.

Our people should be told that the latest infrastructure plan is inclusive. Iwo is accordingly captured in the wider net of the plan. This government keeps its word and there is no place for a vile opposition.

Oladipupo Sefiu B-urself is Media Assistant to the Governor on Community Communication and Writes from Iwo.

Gov Adeleke is passionate about the development of Osun... Aide

Gov Adeleke is passionate about the development of Osun... Aide

   The one hundred billion naira infrastructure plan, unveiled by Governor Ademola Adeleke is borne out of his passion for economic growth and development of Osun state

   Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on the Bureau of Social Services, Mr Akintunde Bello stated this while featuring on Imole Ayo, a sensitization programme which promotes 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 to showcase the achievements of the present administration in Osun State 

   Mr Bello expressed the confidence that, when completed, the projects would turn the State around to an investment destination and address huge infrastructure deficit in the state 

 

   Dispelling the rumors being peddled around that the execution of the multi billion naira projects will affect regular payment of workers salaries, the governor's aide emphasized that, Senator Adeleke prioritizes the welfare of the state workforce and retirees, therefore, the infrastructure plan would not in any way hinder the  salaries and allowances of workers and pensioners in the state 

   

   According to him, it is the duty of a responsible government to pay the salaries of its workforce as and when due, hence the governor has been living up to the task in this regard

   The SSA, Bureau of Social Services reminded contractors handling all ongoing projects across the state and those that will handle the massive multi billion naira projects to do the jobs according to specification to justify the huge investment of the state government in infrastructural development ####

Multi-billion Naira Infrastructure Plan: Osun APC is Anti-Development- Osun PDP

Multi-billion Naira Infrastructure Plan: Osun APC is Anti-Development- Osun PDP

Osun state chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has described criticism of its government's multi-billion naira infrastructure plan by the state's All Progressive Congress APC) as "unpatriotic, reprehensible and a display of anti-development anti-people politics for which the opposition is known for"

Responding to an ill intentioned statement from the opposition , the State Chairman of the PDP, Hon Sunday Bisi chided the APC for playing politics with "a development agenda that is widely adjudged to be commendable, long overdue, sustainable  and very paramount to the economic revival of our dear state.

" Reading through the APC statement, we see a party that is in bewilderment and severe pain at the ingenuity, innovation and financial engineering of the Adeleke governorship. We see a bunch of rejected politicians who cannot fathom the depth of strategic thinking that produced the crafting of an ambitious infra plan carefully put together with an eye on sustainability and multiplier effect on expansion of state economy and well being of pur people.

The PDP government inherited a state with over 95 infrastructural deficits as at November 2022. Our internal state infra audit when PDP took over revealed that the infrastructural decay cut across all sectors education, health, roads, water among others. We then developed an initial emergency plan that led to the complete renovation of 31 schools, 45 kilometers of roads, 332 functioning boreholes, commencement of rehabilitation of water works, rewarding intervention in the health sector and major actions on such roads as Osogbo-Ikirun and the Osogbo ring road among others.

Despite the accomplishments of the last 11 months, our government under Senator Ademola Adeleke decided to address the infra crisis in a more holistic way, hence the infra plan. We invite the APC to drop its poverty mindset which limited its thinking and plan for the state when it was in power.

We call on the APC to read the full speech of Mr Governor in which he spelt out the strategies, the projects, the funding plans and sources of such funding. The APC should get educated that not all Governors are interested in diverting public funds as was the practice when the opposition holds sway.

The opposition, while admitting that the Governor said funding will be without loans, was still confused on how such funds will be generated because under the APC government, its leaders lacked basic understanding of financial innovation and re-engineering. That lack of capacity under the past APC government  was deepened  by greed and overriding motive of self-enrichment and lack of genuine empathy for the immediate, short, medium and long term well being of our people.

Let's ask the shadowy APC chairman in what way is the renovation of schools, upgrade of health centers, provision of water projects, dualisation of roads and utility-driven flyovers to prevent accidents and save lives phony and white elephants projects? 

On sources of funding, the Governor told the state clearly that he has created a project account into which savings from leakages, refund and infra related interventions are lodged. He also narrated belt tightening measures as the government is being run on shoestring budget such that up till now the state cabinet members  have no official vehicles. The past APC government left with all functional state vehicles after their defeat last year.

We also find it curious that the balkanised APC leadership is so uneducated as not to understand the nexus between infrastructure upgrade and economic development of the state.  In this 21st century, it is a shame that the opposition does not know that such infra plans generate jobs, boost local SMEs, expand the state economy, drive inflow of investment and improve the livelihood and health of our people.

Even more curious is the refusal of the APC to acknowledge that the PDP government is clearing its mess of infra deficit, half salary and pension debt while at the same time paying monthly salaries of workers regularly. By addressing pension and half salary issues, Governor Adeleke is already handling palliative issues even outside distribution of food items  as there is a close link between the formal and informal workforce in the state.

For opposition that is married to fake news, let us clarify that only Two Billion Naira was received for palliatives and Seven Billion Naira for Infrastructure intervention. The N7 billion is a drop in the ocean of over one hundred billion naira the state is to spend on infrastructure. Nonetheless , the Seven Billion Naira is saved in the State Project Account.

The party is  also happy to announce that the State Government is already in negotiation with the workers on the new minimum wage. The PDP government is not an anti- workers' party like the state APC. The workers know their friends and allies

Before unveiling the infra plan, Governor Adeleke told the party and I quote him as follows: " The task of the leader is to think big, bigger than the present state of your society. Osun is the cradle of Yoruba nation, we must not allow the legacy of bad governance of the past to hold us hostage. A new Osun that has transited into an agro-industrially developed state with modern infrastructure and a healthy and functionally educated population is our dream. Let us go for it"

It is true that a thief thinks everybody is a thief. Many anti-people leaders believe everybody should be against the people. But several exceptions exist. For the PDP government, our Governor is a blessed leader from an exceptionally blessed pro-people family and his major focus is to deliver a legacy of hope, development and collective prosperity for our people.

Signed

Hon Sunday Bisi,

State Chairman,

Osun State PDP.

October 29th, 2023.

Osun PDP Commends Governor Adeleke for His Remarkable Commitment to Transform Osun State

Osun PDP Commends Governor Adeleke for His Remarkable Commitment to Transform Osun State

The ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has expressed admiration for the unwavering dedication of the Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, in spearheading transformational development for the state and his consistent delivery of good governance to the people of Osun.

In a statement issued by the Media office of the party, the State Chairman, Hon. Sunday Bisi extolled the achievements of Governor Adeleke, who is now widely referred to as "Mr Performer," for his relentless commitment to uplifting the standard of governance transparency and the initiative of intimating the good people of the state of his administration's new phase of infrastructural plan, which was unveiled yesterday.

"This comprehensive multibillion-naira project, slated for completion within the next 12 months, will no doubt  usher in a new era of measured deliverables and address infrastructure deficit in the state positively which in turn will significantly impact the lives of  residents of Osun State."

"This ambitious timeline serves as a clear testament to his commitment to expeditiously advance the development of Osun State. It reflects a profound understanding of the pressing necessity to address the evolving needs of the state's populace."

"The people of Osun State are indeed fortunate to have chosen such a selfless leader to steer their state's development. Mr. "Performer's" infra plan underscores his crystal vision and dedication to enhance the master plans of the founding fathers for the state.

"In an era where many leaders might shy away from bold moves due to economic constraints, the Governor has demonstrated exceptional determination and foresight. His decision to invest in the state's infrastructure during this period of economic uncertainty is indeed commendable."

"A notable facet of this project is Governor Adeleke's commitment to the utilization of local content in its execution. This approach not only promotes economic growth within the state but also ensures that benefits of this large scale  investment remain within the state's economic landscape."

"This approach promises to generate employment opportunities, invigorate local businesses and  economic stability, all while advancing the development plan."

"The scope of His Excellency, Mr. Achiever's infrastructure development plan is nothing short of impressive, spanning a wide range of projects that traverse the geographical expanse of Osun State."

"This innovative agenda brings to bear Governor Adeleke's belief that "power belongs to the people," and consequently, the delivery of good governance should extend to every community, village, and city in the state, as evidenced by the strategic project locations."

Signed: 

Hon. Sunday Bisi 

State Chairman, 

People's Democratic Party, 

Osun State. 

28th October 2023.

(OPINION)ADELEKE: THEY WERE WRONG ABOUT HIM AFTER ALL BY SARAFA IBRAHIM

(OPINION)ADELEKE: THEY WERE WRONG ABOUT HIM AFTER ALL BY SARAFA IBRAHIM

In the heat of the 2022 governorship election in Osun state, those opposed to the choice of Senator Ademola Adeleke as governor came up with a petty argument to downplay his suitability for the role. They played up his hobby of dancing as a weakness that should discourage the electorate from settling for his choice, casting serious doubt on his ability to handle the enormous responsibility that comes with being a governor of a state like Osun, struggling with daunting challenges caused by past maladministration.

What they missed, and now quite evident, is that a happy man will always radiate happiness to the people he leads. This has been the experience with Governor Adeleke in the last 11 months of his assumption of office, not just shattering the wicked expectations of his traducers, but proving the Osun electorate that entrusted him with their mandate right.

The most recent example is the unveiling of a multi-billion infrastructure fund for the state. Massive? That is right, but more appealing is the insight into the future and the ambitious resolve to birth a new Osun that was reflected in the infrastructure plan. Another thing was the spread, which clearly was a departure from the past, which saw projects usually concentrated in the state capital, Osogbo.

In the infrastructure plan, at least five overhead bridges will be constructed in the state, with two of such to be situated in Osogbo, while the remaining will go to the two other senatorial districts. And to note that the infrastructure plan will be funded without any loan from financial institution, to the extent of burdening the future, makes it even more superb. 

And not just overhead bridges, but the dualization of identified roads in Ede, Osogbo, and Ilesa in a bid to ease traffic jams and reduce accidents. In addition to this, Governor Adeleke will be undertaking the construction of a total of 45 kilometers of roads across the state, with each local government having at least 1.5 kilometers to improve connectivity and enhance the local economy. 

As usual, some people, noticeably from the opposition, tried to introduce their infantile thoughts with the question of why the state needs such infrastructures at a time like this. The limitations those thoughts conveyed were aptly countered by a citizen on X (formerly Twitter) with the handle @ibkzee1 by noting that "Presently now all this flyover don't really needed but it will be needed in the next 5 years. Maybe! So, if you do it now is a plus(+) for us. No wahala."

Any reasonable mind will share this sentiment. The government should be forward-thinking otherwise will leave the people with the pain of failing to act in time. Most of the challenges we are facing today could have been solved yesterday, and even at a cheaper cost, but reasoning as the one openly expressed by APC elements did not allow it.

To be clear, the infrastructure plan of Governor Adeleke answers the questions of not just today, but also seeks to put Osun in a good standing in the future. This aspiration was loudly echoed by Governor Adeleke at the unveiling ceremony when he said "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 state." What an ambitious push!

By investing in the rehabilitation of 345 health centres in the 332 wards in the state, Governor Adeleke would be expanding healthcare access to people at the grassroots. Because this would not just be about painting the walls of the centres as we have seen in the past, but a total overall of the facilities and provision of portable waters, new toilets, bedsheets, solar power installation for 24/7 electricity, and more importantly, drugs to ensure that they can serve Osun people better.

This will be complimented by the Imole Surgical and Medical Outreach, which according to Governor Adeleke, will now hold every quarter to render needed medical services to the people of the state. So far, the Imole Surgical and Medical Outreach has been held twice, and no less than 50 thousand people, mostly residents have benefited from all sorts of medical interventions ranging from free surgeries for Cataracts, Pterygium, Hernia, and some swellings on the body. Persons with medical conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, malaria, cough, and tuberculosis, among other diseases, were also catered for. 

And education sector was not left out of the infrastructure plan. It must be noted that in the last 11 months, Governor Adeleke had embarked on the rehabilitation of public schools in Osun state to improve the learning environment. At least, one public school in each of the local governments has seen an infrastructural upgrade, addressing the debilitating state of some of these facilities. 

Governor Adeleke, according to the infrastructure plan, will continue in this direction, as one school in each of the thirty local government areas and area office will get a complete infrastructure uplift. Just as done in phase one, identified public schools in Osun state will wear a new look with an infrastructural facelift, and also equipped with essential learning tools, including desks for students. These investments will soon be complemented by the recruitment of competent and qualified teachers as Governor Adeleke hinted that "a need assessment is ongoing to determine the teachers' requirements across subjects and schools. This will help to determine the numbers of teachers to recruit."

The provision of clean and portable water for the people also got the consideration of Governor Adeleke, as the infrastructure plan included the sinking of 332 motorized boreholes in the entire wards of the state. Just as achieved with the first phase of the boreholes project, the new set will avail underserved communities in each political ward with access to clean and drinkable water. Also inside the infrastructure plan is the lighting up of Osun through the installation of solar-powered streetlights in all major towns, particularly Osogbo, to enhance security and contribute to the economy.

And here is the most fascinating aspect of the infrastructure plan– it will be delivered within 12 months. That is, by this time next year, we should be having the full effect of the infrastructure, and the impact on the people and the economy of the state can be better imagined. Don't also forget the commitment of the Governor to local content in the execution of the projects by declaring that "Osun money will be spent in Osun. We are determined to eliminate capital flight as witnessed in the past."

In short, the last 11 months of Governor Adeleke in the administration of Osun state have been refreshing, and if we consider the bold prospects of the infrastructure plan for the state and its people, the future looks even more promising. This is why it will be so hard not to share the comment of a friend, John Shuaibu, in a WhatsApp group that "He (Adeleke) is doing well. The dancer, the performer." I'm sure the fiercest antagonist of Governor Adeleke will agree in their minds that they were wrong about him, although, may find it hard to say it out.

• Sarafa Ibrahim is a Special Assistant to the Osun State Governor and writes from Iwo, Osun State.

Viewpoint: Osun Multi-billion Naira Infrastructure Plan Long Overdue- Governor Adeleke

Viewpoint: Osun Multi-billion Naira Infrastructure Plan Long Overdue- Governor Adeleke

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.

Rep: Governor Adeleke Congratulates Hon. Ajilesoro on Appeal Court affirmation

Rep: Governor Adeleke Congratulates Hon. Ajilesoro on Appeal Court affirmation 

OSOGBO– 27/10/2023– Osunstate.gov.ng

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 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

Governor Adeleke Congratulates President Tinubu on Supreme Court Affirmation

Governor Adeleke Congratulates President Tinubu on Supreme Court Affirmation

OSOGBO– 26/10/2023– Osunstate.gov.ng

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

Hon. Adeniji Adeyinka Congratulates Hon. Taofeek Ajilesoro Over Victory at the Court of Appeal.

Hon. Adeniji Adeyinka Congratulates Hon. Taofeek Ajilesoro Over Victory at the Court of Appeal.

The Caretaker Vice Chairman of Ife Ooye LCDA, Ita Osa, Ile Ife, Hon. Adeniji Adeyinka PKA Gbogbo Ebe has congratulated Hon. Taofeek Abimbola Ajilesoro Over the Appeal Court Judgement today affirming him as the duly elected Honourable Member Representing Ife Federal Constituency in the 10th National Assembly.

In a statement released by his Media Assistant, Hon. Adeniji Adeyinka described the Appeal Court judgement as just and fair,as the will of the people has finally prevailed.

The statement reads, "I rejoice with Hon. Taofeek Abimbola Ajilesoro on the Appeal Court judgement and the good people of Ife Federal Constituency who voted massively in securing victory at the ballot and I salute the courage of the Judiciary in upholding the truth in reaffirming the mandate freely given to Hon. Taofeek Ajilesoro by his constituents".

"This Judgement is a testament to the trust Ife Federal constituents reposed in Hon. Ajilesoro to continue his giant stride of impacting and bringing the dividends of democracy to them".

"The Judiciary need to be commended in upholding the truth, as they have delivered justice and uphold the rule of law. The standard set with this judgement will serve as a precedent for future election petition."

"With this judgement putting an end to the legal tussle, it will give Hon. Taofeek Ajilesoro ample of times to concentrate fully in delivering efficient representation to the good people of Ife Federal Constituency in the 10th Assembly as he has remain committed to serve his people." Hon. Adeniji Adeyinka concluded.

Congratulations once again Hon. Taofeek Abimbola Ajilesoro

E-Signed:

Hon. Adeniji Adeyinka A.K.A Gbogbo Ebe, The Caretaker Vice Chairman, Ife Ooye LCDA, Ita Osa, Ile Ife.

Hon. Clement Akanni Congratulates Hon. Taofeeq Ajilesoro on Appeal Court's Affirmation as MHR for Ife North/South/Central/East Federal Constituency

Hon. Clement Akanni Congratulates Hon. Taofeeq Ajilesoro on Appeal Court's Affirmation as MHR for Ife North/South/Central/East Federal Constituency

26th October 2023 – Boluwaduro/Ifedayo/Ila Federal Constituency

The distinguished Member representing Boluwaduro/Ifedayo/Ila Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon Clement Ademola Akanni (Olohunwa) extends his warmest congratulations to Hon. Taofeeq Ajilesoro, the esteemed Member representing Ife North/South/Central/East Federal Constituency, on the recent affirmation of his mandate by the Appeal Court.

In his statement released through his Media Centre, Hon. Clement Akanni emphasized that this victory reaffirms the trust placed in Hon. Taofeeq Ajilesoro by the electorate, reflecting his tireless efforts to uphold justice, equity, and transparency in his legislative duties. The Appeal Court's decision is a commendable recognition of his steadfast service.

The statement reads; "I am delighted to extend my warmest congratulations to Hon. Taofeeq Ajilesoro, the distinguished Member representing Ife North/South/Central/East Federal Constituency, on the recent affirmation of his mandate by the Appeal Court. This resounding victory is a testament to your unwavering commitment to public service and your exceptional representation of our constituency.

"The Appeal Court's decision serves as a vindication of the trust our constituents have placed in your leadership. Your dedication to upholding the principles of justice, equity, and transparency in your legislative duties has earned you this well-deserved victory.

"I would also like to commend the judiciary, especially the honorable Justice, for their diligence and commitment to upholding the rule of law. Their role in ensuring a fair and just electoral process is pivotal to the success of our democracy.

"In this new phase of your service, I have no doubt that you will continue to work tirelessly for the betterment of our constituency and the nation at large. Once again, congratulations, Hon. Taofeeq Ajilesoro, and may your tenure be marked by even greater achievements in the service of our people."

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Hon Kazeem Abimbola Animasahun PKA HOLY WATER Congratulate Hon. Taofeek Ajilesoro, MHR, on His Resounding Victory at the Court of Appeal

Hon Kazeem Abimbola Animasahun PKA HOLY WATER Congratulate Hon. Taofeek Ajilesoro, MHR, on His Resounding Victory at the Court of Appeal

I am delighted to extend my warmest congratulations to you on your remarkable victory at the Court of Appeal. Your triumph as the Member of the House of Representatives representing Ife North, Ife South, Ife Central, and Ife East Federal Constituency is not merely a personal achievement but a profound testament to your dedication, indefatigable work ethic, and unwavering commitment to the noble cause of public service.

Your victory serves as a compelling testament to the unwavering trust and unshakable confidence that your constituents have reposed in your ability to effectively advocate for their interests. It is a vivid reflection of your ceaseless and unwavering efforts in championing the most pressing issues and concerns that resonate with the very soul of the people you serve. Your indomitable spirit in the face of adversities, coupled with your steadfast commitment to upholding the sacred tenets of democracy, are attributes deserving of the highest commendation.

I have no doubt that you will continue to be an unflagging source of inspiration, an unwavering champion, and a stalwart advocate for the well-being of your constituents and the advancement of your esteemed constituency. Your victory at the Court of Appeal is an unequivocal endorsement of your visionary leadership and the profound faith your constituents have placed in your capacity to serve them with devotion and distinction.

I eagerly anticipate witnessing the positive and transformative impact you shall undoubtedly bring to bear within the hallowed halls of the House of Representatives. I am confident that your constituents will wear their pride in you as their representative as a badge of honor. Once again, I extend my heartiest congratulations on this thoroughly merited victory, and may your forthcoming endeavors be crowned with the same resplendent success.

Signed: 

Hon Kazeem Abimbola Animasahun

 PKA HOLY WATER

Legislative Aide to MHR Ife Federal Constituency.

Dotun Babayemi is Ignorant of Governance Process in Osun - Spokesperson

Dotun Babayemi is Ignorant of Governance Process in Osun - Spokesperson

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