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  Aree Obaship: Manipulating Facts and Deliberate Attempt of Character Assassination of Osun AG over Aree's Obaship Tussle Manipulating Facts and Deliberate Attempt of Character Assassination of Osun AG. The true account of the ongoing Aree Stools imbroglio has to be revealed so that the unsuspecting members of the public will not be misinformed by the distorters and manipulators of facts who are writing jargon daily on social media. When the previous administration of Former Governor Oyetola appointed Oba Raphael Oluponnle three months after he lost the governorship election to the incumbent without the input of the kingmakers (Afobajes), who are responsible for the selection process. The kingmakers thereafter challenged this decision in court which later led to unrest and erupted crisis within the town. When Senator Ademola Adeleke became the new Governor of Osun State, he set up committees to investigate the allegations and find a peaceful solution. Based on the committee's ...

 NEWS RELEASE  Governor Adeleke felicitates with Aregbesola at 67 OSOGBO– 25/05/2024– Osunstate.gov.ng  The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has congratulated a former governor in the state, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, on the occasion of his 67th birthday, describing him as a courageous and pragmatic leader. Gov Ademola Adeleke celebrates the ex-Interior Minister's life of impacts and contributions to state and national building, noting that Aregbesola had painstakingly invested efforts and God-given wisdom over the years to making differences through the various public offices occupied. While rejoicing with the Ilesa-born political colossus for the grace of God that has sustained him over the years, Governor Adeleke recognizes Aregbesola's history of service as refreshing and worthy of celebration. "On this day, I congratulate a former Governor of Osun State, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, as he marks 67th birthday. Ogbeni Aregbesola is a man of grace and g...

Unpacking the Truth: A Response to YMSJ's Publication on the Osun State Attorney General My attention has been drawn to a publication by the Yoruba Movement for Social Justice (YMSJ), a social-political group, condemning the Osun State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice for attempting to take over the case against Mr. Muniru Adebayo Raji.  The charges against Mr. Muniru Adebayo Raji was because he called in to contribute to an ongoing radio program to punch and burst the lies of unverifiable loan accusation by Prince Adebayo Adeleke (BANIK) against the government of Governor Ademola Adeleke.  Mr. Raji reminded BANIK of an uncompleted project he pledged to deliver when he secured a huge contract from the previous government and later on absconded with the part of the contract sum without completed the project and where Mr. Muniru further provided supporting documents to buttress his claim. BANIK may have felt wronged and every sane person would expect him to also toe...

  RE: 'I’m Terribly Sick’, Adeleke’s Adviser Begs Court – Absent From Court, As Osun Govt Fights To Take Over Case ON MAY 22, 2024. Stop Misleading The General Public, OSUN PEOPLES FORUM Warns Hired Faceless Group. A civil society organisation in Osun state, known as the Osun Peoples Forum,OPF, has warned of a faceless group, Yoruba Movement for Social Justice, hired by a Chieftain of the All Progressive Congress in Osun State, to stop misinforming and misleading innocent members of the general public over a matter that is pending before a Federal High Court in Oshogbo. The OPF gave this warning while reacting to a malicious and mischievous online publication which is not only designed by the hired faceless group to misinform and mislead innocent members of the general public, but also crafted to smear the good name of the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Oluwole Jimi-Bada. Osun Peoples Forum (OPF) has also accused the hired faceless group under the fictitious name of...

  Congratulations and Commendation to His Excellency Governor Ademola Adeleke on His Birthday and Installation as Asiwaju of Edeland Dear Governor Ademola Adeleke, On behalf of the esteemed constituents of Osun East and in my capacity as their representative in the Senate, I extend my sincerest congratulations to you on the occasion of your birthday anniversary and your forthcoming installation as the Asiwaju of Edeland. Your Excellency, your dedication to the welfare and progress of the people of Osun State has been exemplary, and it is with great admiration that we witness your continued commitment to the betterment of our dear State. Your tenure as Governor has been marked by steadfast leadership, compassion, and a genuine concern for the well-being of all citizens, traits which have endeared you to the hearts of many. The title of Asiwaju of Edeland bestowed upon you is a testament to the respect and admiration you command within and outside the State. It symbolizes not only yo...

  Celebrating His Excellency: Governor Ademola Adeleke, A Great Transformational Leader  "On this special day Your Excellency,  I want to extend my heartfelt wishes to a truly remarkable leader who embodies the spirit of transformation and development. Your visionary leadership, unwavering commitment, and tireless dedication have been instrumental in driving positive change and progress in our Osun State and Nigeria in General. Your ability to inspire, innovate, and empower those around you sets you apart as a beacon of hope and a catalyst for growth. Through your transformative initiatives and forward-thinking policies, you have not only shaped a better future for our generation but have also laid a solid foundation for generations to come. Your passion for development and your relentless pursuit of excellence serve as an inspiration to us all. Your leadership has brought about tangible improvements in various sectors, touching the lives of countless individuals and comm...

 Congratulations on Your Installation as Asiwaju of Ede Land and Happy 64th Birthday, Senator Dr. Ademola Adeleke: A Tribute to Leadership Excellence. By ÌMỌ́LẸ̀ DÉ LẸ́Ẹ̀KANSÍI MEDIA GROUP It is with great pleasure and admiration that we extend our heartfelt congratulations to you on two momentous occasions - your installation as the Asiwaju of Ede Land and your 64th birthday. As a devoted servant of the people of Osun State, your dedication to peace, progress, and the well-being of the whole of Osun State is truly commendable. Your installation as the Asiwaju of Ede Land is a testament to your esteemed position within the State and your unwavering commitment to its development. This honour underscores the trust and respect you have earned from the people you serve. Furthermore, as you celebrate your 64th birthday, Sir, we reminded of your remarkable leadership qualities and the positive impact you have made in Osun State. Your vision for a united and prosperous Osun is not just rh...

  JIMI-BADA CELEBRATES GOVERNOR ADEMOLA ADELEKE ON HIS 64TH BIRTHDAY AND HIS INSTALLATION AS ASIWAJU OF EDE LAND Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice of Osun state Barrister Oluwole Jimi-Bada congratulates our loving governor of Osun state His Excellency Senator (Dr) Ademola Nurudeen Jackson Adeleke as he celebrate his birthday and also for his installation as the ASIWAJU OF EDE LAND.  "Your leadership has been an inspiration to us all, and I am honored to join in celebrating this milestone with you. Your uncommon leadership and dedication to the progress of Osun State are truly commendable. Your unwavering commitment to justice sector reforms, infrastructure development across all local government and empowerment initiatives both for the young and old have transformed Osun into a beacon of progress and development among other states in Nigeria." "Your vision for a modern Osun state is tremendously appreciated, characterized by making the state to be economic wi...

  EFCC releases full list of 58 ex governors that embezzled N2.187 trillion. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has alleged that at least 58 former governors are involved in the misappropriation, embezzlement, or laundering of approximately N2.187 trillion over a span of 25 years. This amount does not include properties seized worldwide or those currently being investigated, which amount to billions of Naira. The amount of N2.2 trillion that was looted is similar to the combined budgets of Lagos State and the South-East states for 2024, totaling N2.25 trillion and N2.29 trillion respectively. This figure exceeds the budgets of the North-Central states and North-East states for 2024, which are N1.89 trillion and N1.60 trillion, by several billion. The EFCC is currently investigating, probing, and prosecuting 58 ex-governors from various regions of the country. Since the restoration of civilian government on May 29, 1999, there have been at least 170 governors servin...

  FULL LIST: 18 States Fail To Attract Foreign Investment  FULL LIST: 18 States Fail To Attract Foreign Investment Data released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) revealed that 18 out of the 36 states in the country failed to attract foreign investment in the last three years (2021 – 2023). NBS listed the states as follows : 1. Bauchi 2. Bayelsa 3. Benue 4. Borno 5. Cross River 6. Ebonyi 7. Edo 8. Enugu 9. Gombe 10. Imo 11. Jigawa 12. Kaduna 13. Kebbi 14. Nasarawa 15. Sokoto 16. Taraba 17. Yobe 18. Zamfara