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  • Adeleke seeks approval for N390b 2025 Budget Estimate

    Adeleke seeks approval for N390b 2025 Budget Estimate

    Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke yesterday presented N390,028,277,740.00 Appropriation Bill for 2025 to the House of Assembly.

    A statement by Adeleke’s spokesman, Olawale Rasheed, said the bill was presented before the house.

    The statement said the governor would continue to pursue the formulation and implementation of policies, programmes and projects that would bring about the restoration and sustainable growth of Osun State.

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    “The 2025 proposed estimates are in line with the existing Osun State Development Plan 2023-2050. Our major focus therefore is to meet the yearnings of the good people of the state, complete ongoing projects and embark on new ones where necessary.”

    Giving analysis of the proposed 2025 bill, the statement said: “The total size of the Budget 2025 is Three Hundred and Ninety Billion, Twenty Million, Two Hundred and Seventy Seven Thousand, Seven Hundred and Forty Naira Only (N390,028,277,740.00).

    “Capital expenditure gulps One Hundred and Forty-Four Billion, Two Hundred and Thirty-One Million, One Hundred and Eighty-Three Thousand, Eight Hundred Naira (N144, 231,183, 800), while recurrent expenditure is Two Hundred and Forty Five Billion, Seven Hundred and Ninety Seven Million, Ninety Three Thousand, Nine Hundred and Forty Naira Only (N245,797,093,940.00).”

  • Gov. Adeleke to present 2025 budget to State Assembly

    Gov. Adeleke to present 2025 budget to State Assembly

    Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun is expected to present the 2025 budget before the state House of Assembly on Wednesday, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports.

    The Speaker of the House, Mr Adewale Egbedun, disclosed this on Tuesday during plenary.

    According to Egbedun, the governor forwarded a letter dated Nov. 11, with a title “Laying of Year 2025 Draft Budget of Osun State before the House”, to the assembly, intimating the Speaker and state lawmakers of the budget presentation.

    “I am pleased to inform the distinguished members of the Osun State House of Assembly through the Honourable Speaker of our intention to lay the 2025 draft budget of the state before the house on Wednesday, Nov. 13, having concluded its preparation and approved by the state executive council.

    “This is to confirm with the extant rules and regulations which stipulates that such draft budget should be presented to the House for approval at the end of the year preceding the commencement of the budget implementation,” the letter reads

    A minute of silence was, however, observed for late Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, after his tribute was read by Mr Adekunle Oladimeji, the lawmaker representing Irepodun/Orolu State Constituency, where Lagbaja hailed from.

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    The House thereafter deliberated on the Osun State Property Protection Bill 2024 which eventually scaled first reading, while ‘Osun State Drug and Medical Supply Management Agency Establishment Bill 2024’ policy thrust was read by the Majority Leader, Mr Babajide Kofoworola.

    The Drug and Medical Supply Management Agency Establishment Bill was passed for second reading after lawmakers made contributions and stated the advantages of having the agency in the state.

    The house later dissolved into the “committee of whole” where they further considered and deliberated on the Osun State Consumer Protection Agency Establishment Bill 2024.

    (NAN)

  • Ondo polls: Adeleke asks Osun indigenes to begin door-to-door campaign for Ajayi

    Ondo polls: Adeleke asks Osun indigenes to begin door-to-door campaign for Ajayi

    Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke has urged Osun indigenes in Ondo State to embark in aggressive door-to-door campaign for the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Agboola Ajayi.

    Adeleke spoke in Akure where the Ipinle Osun endorsed Ajayi as their preferred candidate in next week’s governorship election.

    The Osun Governor said Ajayi would replicate successes recorded in other PDP States in the Southwest region.

    He urged the Osun indigenes not to be afraid to cast and protect their votes.

    According to him: “I am happy to talk to my people. There is so much suffering and hunger but the light has come in the person of Ajayi.

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    “I charge all of you to start campaigning for Ajayi. Good things have come to Ondo State. Work for the emergence of Ajayi.

    “I am here to support Ajayi. I am telling my people to vote Ajayi. You know what is going on in my five-point agenda. Retired Pensioners are getting paid and that is how it is going to happen in Ondo

    “Go from door to door and campaign about issues. PDP is a progressive party. Go out and vote. Stay with your vote. Do not be afraid.

    Ajayi said the way the people voted for the PDP in Osun ‘is how they will do in Ondo.’

  • Adeleke’s aide denies neglecting people with disabilities

    Adeleke’s aide denies neglecting people with disabilities

    The Special Adviser (SA) to Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke on Special Needs, Kamil Aransi, has countered a recent publication in an Osun based newspaper by Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD), alleging neglect of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in the State.

    He described the claim as untrue, saying his office had always welcomed PWDs in the State.

    A statement by Aransi also said his office did not receive any letter or text from a non- governmental organisation with the name, ‘One House Development Initiative’ claiming to have made many attempts to meet him.

    The statement reads: “My attention has been drawn to a publication on a local newspaper based in Osogbo in which the Chairman, Secretary and Women coordinator of the Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD) accused the deputy governor of Osun State, Prince Kola Adewusi and myself of neglecting Persons with Disabilities (PWD) in the state.

    “These allegations are untrue, misleading and plainly intended to blackmail my office. They represent the thoughts of those who want the government to fail and people with disabilities to suffer and they’re upset because we’ve decided to watch them feed on negativity, using PWD group as a form of blackmail.

    “Ordinarily, such assertions should be entirely ignored and disregarded, but I have genuine and unwavering respect for persons with disabilities. As a result, I decided to address these assertions in order to dispel the myths spread by individuals who use JONAPWD to advance their own objectives.

    “Let me state this clear that ,I have never received a letter from One House Development Initiative, either in person, by mail or a letter received in my office, or through text message to my phone number. The claim that the NGO has been trying to meet with me is incorrect and should be discarded by the public.

    “It is important to note that I have a long list of visionary and purposeful foundations and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) with which we collaborate to improve the lives of people with disabilities throughout the state. 

    “It defies logic that one NGO established on April 18th, 2024, about which I had no knowledge of its existence, would allege that Osun State government did not include them as stakeholders in decision-making. 

    “I have been working productively with non-governmental organizations (NGOs)and I’m open to more NGOs interested in improving the lives of persons living with disabilities in the state. The claim that my talks with the leadership of the Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities produced no results is inaccurate, incorrect, and misleading. 

    “Each meeting I had with JONAPWDs and other associations was fruitful and detailed. I have recommended many decisions from our meetings for careful execution and I have also talked extensively about my thoughts and plans, which we both looked into holistically.

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    “Some of the accomplishments I have recorded in my seven months in office as Governor Ademola Adeleke’s Special Adviser on Special Needs, include facilitation of annual grant and subvention from Osun state government to the leadership of JONAPWD, statewide registration of persons with disabilities, contributions to the Passage of Disability Protection Bill and signing into law by the state Governor.

    “Other are enrollment of all persons with disabilities in the state for Osun Health Insurance Scheme, OHIS, distribution of hundreds of bags of palliative rice, garri and maize for persons with disabilities,empowerment and inclusion of JONAPWD Farmers group in Ọṣun State Broiler Scheme and issuance of empowerment cheque of about N8.6m through the Ministry of Agriculture, among other interventions have been held so far for the PWDs.

    “My team and I are not simply byproducts of history when it comes to leadership. We are fully committed to the development and advancement of those with disabilities in Osun State”, the statement reads.”

  • Adeleke orders restriction of trucks from Osun bridge 

    Adeleke orders restriction of trucks from Osun bridge 

    By Babatunde Balogun

    Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke has ordered the restriction of trucks from using the Olaiya Bridge in Osogbo, Osun state.

    The Governor gave this order through the Ministry of works and Infrastructure, stating it was borne out of safety concerns as a result of technical reports on the condition of the bridge.

    The Governor’s spokesman, Olawale Rasheed, announced this in a statement noting that Adeleke presided over a security council meeting in Osogbo where the decision was taken. 

    It reads partly: “The decision became necessary to protect the bridge from possible collapse and to prevent any untoward incidents caused by the continuous passage of heavy trucks.”

    For safety purpose, Adeleke directed the Ministry to erect barricades across the bridge, allowing only cars and buses to pass through only.

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    “As part of the directive’s implementation, the Governor also instructed the Ministry to issue a travel advisory, supported by radio jingles, to inform the public and those in the transport sector.”

    Adeleke assured residents that the decision was made to protect the public and state infrastructure, adding : “The Governor assured the public that the decision was taken to protect the public and state assets while a long-lasting review of the technical status of the bridge is being conducted by the Ministry of Works and Infrastructure.”

  • Moro stool: Ruling houses beg Adeleke, Ooni for intervention 

    Moro stool: Ruling houses beg Adeleke, Ooni for intervention 

    Ruling houses in Moro community, Ife North Local Government Area of Osun State, have appealed to Governor Ademola Adeleke and the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, to intervene in the selection process for the vacant Olumoro stool.

    The Ariori and Ojigidiri ruling houses, represented by Prince Bade Adeyemo, Prince Olakanye Adigun, and Primate Ariyo Olayinka, addressed the media, commending the Olumoro-In-Council for consulting them to present a candidate for the position.

    However, they expressed concern that three ruling houses were later excluded from the process, leaving only the Ariwosile and Arowoelede houses in contention. Speaking for the excluded families, Prince Adeyemo stated that Ariori, Ojigidiri, and Dako have been unfairly sidelined from the selection.

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    He said: “The 1958 Gazette is not only obsolute, but does not represent the interest and aspiration of Moro people. 

    “We hereby appeal to Ooni of Ife, Oba Ogunwusi, because the town is under the jurisdiction of Ile-Ife and Governor Ademola Adeleke to please wade in to this matter. A Board of Inquiry should be instituted to look into matters and resolve it.” 

  • Adeleke, Abiodun declare holiday for teachers

    Adeleke, Abiodun declare holiday for teachers

    Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke and his Ogun State counterpart, Dapo Abiodun, have declared today as public holiday to commemorate 2024 World Teachers Day.

    Adeleke, in a statement yesterday through his Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Kolapo Alimi, said the holiday, which was for private and public schools, was to identify teachers.

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    The statement said: “I, Senator Ademola Adeleke, the Governor of Osun State, heartily congratulate all teachers throughout the world and in particular in my dear state, Osun, on the occasion of World Teachers Day being celebrated annually every 5th of October.”

    Governor Abiodun spoke  at the weekend during a celebration held at the Cultural Centre, Kuto, Abeokuta.

  • N3b Tax invasion: We’re opposed to Segilola’s lack of transparency – Adeleke tells FG  

    N3b Tax invasion: We’re opposed to Segilola’s lack of transparency – Adeleke tells FG  

    Governor Ademola Adeleke has clarified that his opposition to Segilola Company stems from its lack of transparency and accountability in mining operations, following the federal government’s intervention in an alleged N3 billion tax evasion case.

    The Nation recalls that tensions had escalated between the Osun State Government and Segilola Gold Mining Limited over claims of N3 billion in tax evasion and N60 billion in unremitted dues, leading to the court-ordered closure of the mining site.

    In response, the federal government, through the Ministry of Mines, established an investigation team to mediate the dispute.

    Meanwhile, Adeleke on Sunday through his spokesman, Olawale Rasheed commended FG over the intervention, adding that the state has validated claims within the context of the Constitution and extant laws.

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    Adeleke noted that Osun state has a robust partnership with the Federal Ministry of Mines, saying “The state has several mining licenses. So we are critical stakeholders with a deep understanding of the laws and the constitution. Our action is to get what is due to our state as affirmed by extant laws and practices.”

    However, he said: “We are only opposed to lack of transparency and accountability in the operation of the mining sector. Local laws must be respected and obeyed as is the practice in Europe and North America and the environment must be reclaimed.

    “So we look forward to receiving the Federal fact finding team. We have prepared our position. Thors cannot hide under mining being on exclusive legislative list to avoid local tax, deny shareholders their rights and violate our environment with impunity.”

  • Adeleke doles cash, gifts to students, schools

    Adeleke doles cash, gifts to students, schools

    The Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has distributed cash and gifts to winners of the Essay and Debate competitions organised to mark the 64th Nigeria Independence Celebration organised for schools and students of the state.

    The winners of the competition were given N500,000 each while others were given gadgets and electronic devices amongst others.

    Speaking at the programme held at Osogbo Township Stadium, Adeleke highlighted the importance of education and the promotion of talents amongst school children and youths.

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    Adeleke who was represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Teslim Igbalaye said “This year’s debate competition aimed to ignite the minds of our young schools, encourage critical thinking, and foster a culture of research and not only provided a platform for our students to express their thoughts and ideas but also fostered a sense of unity and purpose among them.

    “It is heartwarming to witness the depth of insight and the innovative solutions our young minds bring to the forefront. The response to this competition has been overwhelming, with students from various schools across the nation who are Osun State indigene enthusiastically participating.”

  • Ex- Osun IPAC chair chides Adeleke for neglecting N2.7b flyover built by Oyetola

    Ex- Osun IPAC chair chides Adeleke for neglecting N2.7b flyover built by Oyetola

    • Ola-Iya flyover was never neglected — Osun govt

    The former chairman of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), Adewale Adebayo has berated the government of Governor Ademola Adeleke for deliberately neglecting the upkeep of N2.7billion flyover built by the government of Adegboyega Oyetola.

    It will be recalled that Oyetola during his administration opened the Ola-Iya flyover, disclosing that N2.7 bn net of taxes was expended on it.

    Meanwhile, Adebayo who is also the Osun State Chairman of Allied People Movement (APM) while addressing newsmen in Osogbo lamented that the present government deliberately neglect the upkeep of the flyover bridge situated in the center of the state capital.

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    He said: “Since the administration of Adeleke came on board, they drafted security men around the bridge, exposing it for vandals and also leave the green areas to outgrow weeds.

    “The various aesthetic features like fountains, lightings, street lights, metal railing at green area among others are not maintained while vandals took the opportunity to plunder the facilities.”

    He urged Adeleke’s government embrace all infrastructures by the past administrations not take of them without prejudice against his political enemy.

    Reacting to the development, the Osun State Commissioner for Information, Kolapo Alimi said: “The flyover was never neglected and Osun State Government is doing all within its power to build more infrastructure for the use of the people”