33rd Anniversary: Gov Adeleke Urges ‘Unity Of Effort’ To Develop Osun, Secure Its Future

Governor Ademola Adeleke has urged unity of effort to develop Osun state and also secure its future noting that it is only by working together for a common goal that Osun state can be made a   model of excellence and progress.

Governor Adeleke, who said this in a televised speech on Tuesday, also submitted that ‘our strength lies in our unity, our diversity, and our shared vision for a prosperous and peaceful Osun state’.

The governor also noted that the journey ahead requires that ‘we continue to work together irrespective of political affiliation in the spirit of unity and purpose that has brought us this far’ adding that ‘our challenges are not insurmountable; they are opportunities for us to demonstrate our resilience, our innovation, and our commitment to building a prosperous state for all’.

‘As your governor, I am committed to leading this charge with transparency, dedication, and accountability. As we all know that governance is a collective responsibility, I call on all of you—our traditional rulers, religious leaders, civil servants, artisans, farmers, and entrepreneurs—to continue to play your part in the development of our state. Together, we can make Osun a model of excellence and progress.

Today, let us renew our commitment to the vision that inspired the creation of Osun state. Let us continue to work towards a future where every citizen can thrive, where opportunities abound, and where the legacy of our founding fathers remains strong.

In the face of challenges, we must remain steadfast. Together, we can overcome any obstacle that stands in our way. Our strength lies in our unity, our diversity, and our shared vision for a prosperous and peaceful Osun state’ he said.

While praising and recognizing the roles of the founding fathers of Osun state , the governor also submitted that the state has grown in leaps and bounds and on the right track for continued growth.

‘Our state has grown in leaps and bounds, and we have every reason to be proud of our achievements. From the development of our infrastructure to the empowerment of our youth, from the preservation of our rich cultural heritage to the promotion of peace and security, Osun state has continued to evolve, becoming a model for other states in the federation.

We have seen progress in education sector with renovation of schools across the state; expansion of healthcare access with complete renovation of 332 Primary Health Care Centers; infrastructure growth across the state with modern flyover across our urban centers; renewed attention to development of digital economy; transitioning to an agro industrialized economy; workers’ centered public service reform; revival of the agric sector; development of state energy legal and policy infrastructure; active support for students’ population; harnessing of state cultural and entertainment assets; integrated approach to youth development; refocusing of attention on sports development; empowerment of small businesses, cooperatives and artisans with operating funds; enforcement of local content in state governance; and ongoing payment of billions of naira in pension and half salary debt’ he said.

Apart from bringing message of hope, Governor Adeleke also specially recognized and praised  the founding fathers of the state for their noble roles.

‘To these heroes, we owe our deepest gratitude and we are forever grateful to their resolve, advocating for a state where the voices of our people could be heard and their potentials fully harnessed.

We owe loads of gratitude to our founding royal fathers, politicians and activists such as the late Ooni of Ife, Oba Okunade Sijuwade, late Ataoja of Osogbo, Oba Oyewale Matanmi, late Orangun of Ila, Oba William Ayeni, Ariwajoye ii, and other prominent traditional rulers to mention a few that played a significant roles in the creation of the State.

The history will not be complete without mentioning some politicians and activists who fought tooth and nail to ensure successful creation of Osun state such as late Chief Bola Ige; late Senator Mojisoluwa Akinfenwa; my father, late Senator Raji Adeleke; Pa Samson Adeola Siyanbola; Chief Kolawole Balogun; Chief Aiyelaagbe Laogun; Professor Olu Aina; Alhaji Rasheed Igbalaye; Chief Bisi Akande; Dr. Olu Alabi; Alhaji Tunde Badmus (TUNS); Chief Gunju Adesakin; Hon. Jonathan O. Awofisayo; General Alani Akinrinade; Engineer Tunde Ponle; late Senator Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke; and other prominent sons and daughters of the state, dead or alive. They are all honored and remembered. May their good works continue to live after them’ he submitted-Team@orientactualmags.com  Do you have any information you wish to share with us? Do you want us to cover your event or programme? Kindly send SMS to 08059100286, 09094171980 or get in touch via orientactualmag@gmail.com.  Thank you