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Osun PDP Youth Assembly, Osogbo (2026)

07/04/2026

Between Results and Rhetoric: Why Osun Voters Are Rallying Behind Adeleke

By Comrade Samakin Abdul-Jeleel Abbiodun

As the countdown to the 2026 governorship election in Osun State gathers momentum, the political atmosphere is tilting to favor Governor Ademola Adeleke. On one side stands the All Progressives Congress (APC), a party many people describe as increasingly defined by noise, attacks, and recycled narratives of peddling falsehoods. On the other side is the administration of Ademola Adeleke; an administration widely regarded by good people of Osun as people-focused, transparent, and development-driven.

Over the past three years, the APC’s political strategy has largely revolved around criticism, misinformation and personal attacks rather than presenting a clear, actionable agenda for the future of Osun State. Public engagements by its leaders often echo the same pattern; condemnation without constructive alternatives. For a party seeking to regain public trust, this absence of a compelling vision raises serious concerns about its readiness to lead.

This skepticism is not without foundation. The memories of the administration led by Adegboyega Oyetola remain fresh in the minds of many citizens. For workers, retirees, and everyday residents, that period is often associated with hardship, stagnation, and limited developmental impact. The experience has left a lasting impression, shaping public perception and reinforcing doubts about the APC’s capacity to deliver meaningful progress.

The emergence of Munirudeen Oyebanji within the APC fold has further intensified calls for accountability. Having played roles in the previous APC administrations, many citizens are asking a simple but critical question: what exactly will be different this time? So far, clear answers have remained elusive, further strengthening the belief that the opposition lacks both direction and substance.

In contrast, Governor Adeleke’s administration continues to earn recognition for prioritizing the welfare of the people and pursuing visible development across key sectors. From infrastructure improvements to a more responsive style of governance, citizens boat that the current government has restored confidence in leadership and demonstrated a genuine commitment to service.

Beyond performance, the political awareness of the Osun electorate has significantly evolved. Today’s voters are informed, engaged, and unwilling to be swayed by propaganda or unverified claims. With access to multiple sources of information, they can independently assess the realities on ground and many are already doing so. This growing awareness has made it increasingly difficult for opposition narratives built on exaggeration or misinformation to gain credibility.

The reality, therefore, is that the 2026 election is shaping up to be a referendum on performance versus propaganda. While the APC continues to invest energy in criticism and propaganda, the Adeleke administration is focused on governance and delivery. For many residents, the choice is becoming clearer: continuity of a government they can see and feel, or a return to a past they have already experienced.

As things stand, the momentum on the ground suggests a strong and growing resolve among the people to sustain the progress recorded under Governor Adeleke. In the face of what critics describe as an uninspiring opposition, the call for continuity is not just political—it is increasingly becoming a reflection of public confidence in leadership that prioritizes the people above politics.

07/04/2026

05/04/2026

PRESS STATEMENT

Grassroots Media Team Hosts Information Commissioner, Hails Members as ‘Soldiers in the Battlefield’

OSOGBO - 4/4/2026

The Grassroots Media Team, popularly known as Aseyori Imole Osun, on Saturday held its 6th edition of its conference, hosting the Osun State Commissioner for Information, Oluomo Kolapo Alimi, who commended the group’s commitment to promoting government activities and countering misinformation.

Speaking at the conference, Alimi described members of the media team as “soldiers in the battlefield,” recognizing their strategic role in the digital information space. He praised their consistent online engagement, noting that their efforts have significantly helped in demystifying opposition narratives and keeping the public well informed.

According to the Commissioner, the importance of social media in modern governance cannot be overstated. He emphasized that platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), and TikTok have become indispensable tools for information dissemination. Alimi further remarked that despite what he described as a “stubborn opposition” bent on spreading falsehoods for political advantage, the team’s online presence has effectively neutralized such misinformation while projecting the achievements of the state government.

Delivering a keynote address at the event, Olalekan Badmus spoke extensively on strategies for effective online marketing and promotion of the administration of Governor Ademola Adeleke. He urged members to maintain professionalism and decorum, especially during the campaign season, stressing that political advocacy should not involve the denigration of others.

Badmus also highlighted key sectors that have witnessed significant improvements under the current administration, including road infrastructure, the Imole Free Medical Outreach, the Health Insurance Scheme for pensioners and inmates, the construction of over 200 Primary Health Centres, as well as notable strides in education and sports.

Adding further depth to the conference, a second guest lecturer, Hon Sola Isola, delivered an insightful session on the use of Google Alerts and how to maximize digital media tools for effective communication, monitoring, and content amplification in today’s fast-paced information ecosystem.

In a moment of appreciation, the group commended Pelumi Olajengbesi for his generous donations to the team during previous engagements, including contributions made at the last conference and his support through Ramadan and Easter gifts. Members described his gesture as a demonstration of commitment to grassroots media development and solidarity.

The conference concluded with a reaffirmation of loyalty, as the Grassroots Media Team pledged its continuous support for the Imole administration beyond 2026, reiterating its dedication to promoting government policies, achievements, and people-oriented programs through responsible and impactful media engagement.

20/02/2026

SALLY TIBBOT CONSULT MUST BE HELD ACCOUNTABLE FOR ALLEGED VIOLATIONS OF ACCOUNTING AND AUDITING STANDARDS

By Comrade Abdul-Jeleel Samakin, a Financial Analyst

The audit report on Osun State covering the period 2018–2022, prepared by Sally Tibbot Consult, has generated significant public concern and professional debate. This matter transcends political considerations; it raises weighty regulatory and ethical questions that demand thorough and impartial scrutiny by the appropriate financial and auditing authorities. As the issue is whether the report complied with established accounting standards and whether it truly reflected a fair and accurate representation of the payroll and financial records it purported to examine.

An audit, by definition, is an independent examination of financial statements conducted to enable the auditor express an opinion on whether those statements present a true and fair view in accordance with an applicable financial reporting framework, such as the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). The strength and credibility of any audit depend on strict compliance with professional principles; independence, objectivity, materiality, integrity, professional competence, and due care. Once any of these pillars is weakened, the reliability of the entire report becomes questionable.

The Osun State Government has maintained that the report presented by Sally Tibbot Consult did not align with the required accounting and reporting standards and failed to meet the threshold of a true and fair view. The particular concern is the issue of auditor independence. Independence is the bedrock of auditing; it requires that an auditor perform duties without bias, undue influence, or personal financial interest in the outcome of the engagement. Where remuneration arrangements create a direct financial incentive tied to specific findings; such as a reported commission of 15 percent of the total value of identified “ghost workers”; a significant self-interest threat arises. Under globally accepted ethical standards and professional codes, such threats must either be eliminated or reduced to an acceptable level through safeguards. Failure to do so undermines public confidence in the audit process.

It was further reported that Sally’s Tibbot Consult had been engaged in similar circumstances as far back as May 2016 in Kogi State, where comparable controversies allegedly arose. If such patterns are established, it raises serious concerns about systemic professional deficiencies rather than isolated oversight. A firm entrusted with auditing public institutions must demonstrate consistency, competence, and strict adherence to regulatory frameworks. Any repeated controversy suggests a need for comprehensive review of the firm’s practices and professional standing.

The auditing profession in Nigeria operates within a structured regulatory environment guided by the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA), the ethical and professional oversight of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), and compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). These frameworks are not symbolic references; they are binding standards designed to protect the public interest, ensure transparency, and maintain professional credibility. Where an audit engagement appears inconsistent with these standards, it is not merely a contractual disagreement but a potential breach of professional obligations.

Auditors are bound by fundamental ethical principles: integrity, objectivity, professional competence and due care, confidentiality, and professional behavior. These principles exist to ensure that the auditor’s primary duty is to the public interest, not to personal or financial gain. If it is established that self-interest influenced the outcome of the Osun payroll audit, then the report cannot be regarded as dependable for public use. In such circumstances, regulatory and disciplinary mechanisms must be activated to protect both the profession and the public.

Appropriate actions may include legal review under principles of contract or tort where professional negligence or breach of duty is proven, as well as disciplinary proceedings by ICAN and other relevant regulatory bodies. Where violations are confirmed, sanctions; including suspension or withdrawal of professional license may be necessary to safeguard the integrity of the auditing profession. If repeated professional shortcomings are established, it would call into question the firm’s qualification to continue operating as a certified auditing entity.

This call for accountability is not rooted in sentiment but in the necessity to preserve the dignity and credibility of the auditing profession. Public sector audits carry enormous responsibility because they directly affect governance, fiscal transparency, and citizens’ trust in public institutions. To prevent further embarrassment to the profession and to uphold established standards under CAMA, ICAN regulations, and IFRS, any firm found wanting must be appropriately sanctioned.

Transparency, independence, and ethical compliance must remain non-negotiable in matters of public finance. Where these standards are compromised, decisive regulatory action becomes not just appropriate, but imperative.

20/02/2026

13/02/2026

AMBO’s Visit to Iwo: Promising Rebuilding of Mosque is A Reflection of Misplaced Priorities

By Comrade Abdul-Jeleel Samakin Abiodun

The recent visit of the APC governorship candidate, Munirudeen Oyebamiji (popularly called AMUBO), to Iwo has generated intense political conversation across Osun State. For many residents, the outing did not project the depth, clarity, or policy direction expected from someone seeking to govern a state as strategic and politically conscious as Osun.

At a time when Nigerians are battling inflation, unemployment, insecurity, and infrastructural decay, the people of Osun expect bold, measurable, and people-focused policy plans as we are witnessing under Governor Ademola Adeleke.
Governance is not about symbolism; it is about solving real problems.

It is therefore unsurprising that many citizens condemned the emphasis placed on reconstructing or renovating a mosque as part of a projected agenda of APC Governorship candidate. While religious institutions are important within communities, voters are increasingly asking: Is this the priority of a state yearning for more economic growth, youth employment, road dualization, healthcare access, and industrial expansion?

The reactions from Iwo residents on Facebook were not only direct but politically instructive. One commenter described the proposal to rebuild mosque as:

“A dangerous lack of ideas. In this modern era, when our people are crying for infrastructure, jobs, and economic growth, presenting the rebuilding of a mosque as a development plan is unacceptable. Governance requires vision, not religious tokenism.”

Another resident asked a fundamental governance question:

“How is this going to benefit the average Iwo citizen that has no affiliation with the religion? How is construction of a worship centre a developmental project that government should be concerned about?”

These comments reflect a politically awakened electorate. Iwo is not a town defined by a single religious identity, it is home to Muslims, Christians, and traditional worshippers. The development needs of the town cut across faith lines: roads, jobs, water works, healthcare facilities, education, and industrial investment as it is being witness under the current IMOLE administration.

One reaction from Facebook stated:

“Any gubernatorial candidate campaigning in Iwo should be reminded of the backwardness in terms of infrastructure, health and education, and be reminded of abandoned projects by Oyetola's led administration such as Water Works, OSADEP, Reality Radio-Vision… In conclusion, Iwo–Osogbo expressway should be prioritized.”

The message is clear: the people want economic and infrastructural transformation; not religious gestures packaged as governance.

In contrast, some commentators argue that the current administration by Governor Ademola Adeleke has focused on tangible development across Osun State. Several commenters referenced what they described as visible progress under the present government, with one stating:

“A failed attempt to distract the massive development Iwo is witnessing under the present Government.”

Another declared confidently:

“No Iwo son or daughter will believe this, as the little time HE Sen Ademola Adeleke has spent as Governor proves to us that the APC are mere liars and propagandists over Iwo development.”

These sentiments point out a broader political reality: the electorate is comparing records. Between 2018 and 2022, many believe that key projects were either stalled or abandoned. Now, voters are scrutinizing whether the APC’s new promises align with past performance.

One striking comment captured the mood:

“If you are serious about redeveloping religious building, start now. You don’t need to wait till you become Governor. Religion is a personal thing.”

This statement highlights a critical distinction; governance is about public goods and inclusive development. Religious buildings, while important socially, do not replace industrial parks, youth empowerment schemes, agricultural support, digital innovation hubs, or quality healthcare systems.

Politically, the 2026 election is shaping into a contest between continuity and reversal. For many in Iwo and across Osun, the question is simple: Who offers structured economic plans, transparent governance, and people-oriented infrastructure delivery?

The majority of the masses who are in support of Governor Ademola Adeleke maintain that the state is already on a development trajectory and that sustaining momentum is preferable to returning to what they describe as “tested and failed” APC leadership.

The Facebook reactions demonstrate one undeniable fact; Osun voters are no longer passive. They are asking hard questions. They are demanding results. And they are increasingly unwilling to exchange long-term development for short-term political symbolism.

As 2026 approaches, the people of Osun will ultimately decide whether their future lies in continuity under Governor Ademola Adeleke or in returning to an opposition that must convincingly explain not just what it promises but what it failed to deliver when previously entrusted with power.

11/02/2026

Osun Must Reject the APC in the 2026 Governorship Election

By Comrade Abdul-Jeleel Samakin

Osun State must deliberately and decisively deny the All Progressives Congress (APC) any return to power in the 2026 governorship election.

As far as Osun politics is concerned, nothing good has ever come from supporting or sympathizing with the APC. The people of Osun are fully aware of what they endured during APC governance; an era marked by hardship, pain, and poor leadership.

Under APC administration, lives were lost as a result of ill-conceived and insensitive policies. Citizens were denied their constitutional and social rights, while governance was carried out with arrogance, as though power belonged permanently to a few individuals. They forgot that power belongs to the people and that leaders are merely custodians of the people’s mandate.

The policies of the APC crippled Osun’s economy. The state became financially distressed, workers became demoralized, and many regretted ever serving as public servants. Jobs were lost, livelihoods destroyed, and families were pushed into economic uncertainty. Osun people were left stranded and helpless.

We must not suffer from short memory. The past must guide our present decisions. APC’s records in Osun are clear and troubling, and our people must not quickly forget the damage done to the state.

As electioneering approaches, we must consistently remind ourselves and others of this history. The people have the power to choose their leaders and equally, the power to reject leaders who govern with cruelty, selfishness, and anti-people policies.

During the APC era, critical sectors suffered immensely:

* Education was neglected
* Healthcare was weakened
* Projects were abandoned
* Students and retirees were ignored
* Civil servants and ordinary citizens bore the brunt of failed governance

These realities must weigh heavily in deciding the 2026 governorship election. Osun must not make a regrettable mistake again.

This is not merely about politics; it is about the development and future of Osun State. Development must remain the highest priority of every true son and daughter of the state.

The current administration, under the leadership of His Excellency, Governor Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, has demonstrated commendable commitment across all sectors. Developmental projects are spread across the thirty local governments of Osun State, including the Modakeke Area Council.

In the history of Osun State, never has development been this visible and widespread. No previous administration delivered on this scale. Governor Ademola Adeleke deserves commendation for his genuine passion for development, especially in road infrastructure, healthcare, education, and other critical sectors.

Osun must prove that it is politically wiser. We must not allow ourselves to be traded or deceived by politicians driven by personal interests. The 2026 governorship election is an opportunity to show the world that Osun is enlightened, liberated, politically conscious, and deliberate in choosing its leaders.

Politics goes beyond elections. What happens after the election matters even more. Our past experiences must remain fresh in our minds. That is why we must continue to educate and alert our people to choose carefully and elect a credible, capable leader who will steer the affairs of Osun State with integrity, accountability, and humility.

11/02/2026

05/02/2026

ASIRI ENIBA SHOULD BE DECLARED WANTED FOR KILLING OF PDP MEMBERS IN BORIPE LOCAL GOVERNMENT

26/01/2026

NEW RELEASE

Illegal Occupation of Osun LGs: Despite Expiration of Self-Awarded Tenure, Tenure Elongation is Illegal in our Democracy- Governor Adeleke

● Mr Oyetola, Please Allow Osun State to Breathe, Says Governor Adeleke

OSOGBO – 26/01/2026 – Osunstate.gov.ng

Governor of Osun State, Senator Nurudeen Ademola Adeleke, has decried the illegal extension of self awarded tenure by chairmen and councillors of the All Progressive Congress (APC), declaring that tenure elongation is not allowed under the Nigerian constitution and within the context of established Supreme Court precedents

In a state broadcast today at Osogbo, the Governor spoke further: “It is a settled matter of law, that the tenure of elected officials in Nigeria cannot be extended for a single day after the expiration of their tenure. The Supreme Court in the case of former Governor Ladoja of Oyo State ruled that the governor’s tenure cannot be extended after finding in his favor, that he was removed from office illegally for about eleven months and reinstated him to office.

“In several fillings that have become public documents in our courts, including the Supreme Court, their lawyers and the Attorney-General of the Federation admitted that these APC chairmen and councillors have no claim to office beyond October 22, 2025.

“To further confirm that their so-called tenure has expired, the APC chairmen and councillors, approached the Federal High Court, seeking for an extension of their expired tenure.

“That case has not been heard. But the very act of seeking extension amounts to a clear admission, both in law and in fact, that whatever so-called tenure they claimed they had, had expired. Assuming, without conceding, that the APC chairmen and councillors had any tenure, the tenure expired on October 22, 2025.

“Despite these incontrovertible legal facts, they have continued to occupy the local government secretariat by brute force with police protection, allegedly acting on the instructions of former Governor Gboyega Oyetola, the governor clarified.

Pointing accusing fingers at former Governor Gboyega Oyetola, Governor Adeleke expressed sadness that “in a democracy, these APC chairmen and councillors threatened in their various social media platforms, that they will continue to occupy the local government secretariats for as long as they want because they claim to have the backing of former Governor Gboyega Oyetola.

Charging Mr Oyetola to allow Osun to breathe, the state governor narrated several attempts by the APC court sacked chairmen to create mayhem in Osun as a basis for declaration of a state of emergency, explaining how his administration frustrated several evil plots hatched against Osun people.

While condemning illegal occupation of the local governments, the governor wondered why in a democracy unlawful people are allowed by the police acting under the instruction of Mr Oyetola to illegally hijack and occupy the councils, asking if we are still practicing democracy.

According to the governor, “sometimes, I wonder if we are really under a democratic system of government, where nobody is above the law. In Osun State, it seems that the APC chairmen and councillors, whose so-called tenure have expired are above the law, by the grace of former Governor Gboyega Oyetola.

“I have formally written to heads of relevant federal security agencies regarding actions that threaten peace, and order in Osun State. It is deeply unfortunate that former Governor Gboyega Oyetola has chosen to weaponize federal institutions, particularly the Nigerian Police force, also he has equally applied same to the United Bank for Africa Plc (UBA) to impose hardship and suffering, on the good people of Osun State through alleged illegal instructions”, the governor submitted.

The governor also accused the United Bank for Africa (UBA) of allegedly allowing unauthorized persons to operate local government accounts, adding that senior bank officials involved are already facing criminal prosecution. He questioned whether such actions would be tolerated in jurisdictions like New York or London, where the bank operates.

He appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intervene by stopping former Governor Oyetola from.issuing illegal directives to the police, warning that “Mr. President’s name is being used without his knowledge by former Governor Gboyega Oyetola, to get the Nigerian police and the UBA to obey his alleged illegal directives.

Repeating the fact that there is no place in our constitution and laws that allows for tenure elongation for any elected official, Governor Adeleke noted that “what confronts us here is, law versus lawlessness, constitutional order versus naked impunity.

“I therefore call on Nigerians and all those who sacrificed so much for our democracy, to join us in demanding an immediate end to the siege on our local governments”, the governor noted in the broadcast.

Signed:
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the Osun State Governor.

26/01/2026

TEXT OF A STATE BROADCAST BY THE GOVERNOR OF OSUN STATE, HIS EXCELLENCY, SENATOR NURUDEEN ADEMOLA ADELEKE, ON THE ILLEGAL OCCUPATION OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT SECRETARIATS AND THE DEFENCE OF DEMOCRATIC ORDER IN OSUN STATE.

My dear people of Osun State, the urgent necessity to restore lawful, peaceful, and effective governance at the grassroots in our state compels me to speak to you at this time.

For close to one year now, local government secretariats across Osun State have been under illegal occupation by the court-sacked APC chairmen and councillors, whose election was nullified by the Federal High Court, Osogbo, in November 2022, and affirmed by the Court of Appeal on 10 February 2025 and again on 13 June 2025.

Their election was struck down because it was conducted in clear violation of the requirements of the law.

I did not remove these APC chairmen and councillors from office. The court did. Since then, they have had no lawful mandate whatsoever.

Yet, in brazen contempt of the law and in repudiation of democratic decency, they have refused to vacate the secretariats, emboldened by the backing of the Nigerian Police, as allegedly instructed by former Governor Gboyega Oyetola.
By contrast, pursuant to subsisting court orders, the Osun State High Court directed the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission to conduct fresh local government elections.

In compliance, after giving the required 360 days’ notice, lawful local government elections were held on 22 February 2025, and duly elected chairmen and councillors were sworn in on 23 February 2025. These officials constitute the only lawful local government leadership in Osun State today.

Illegal Tenure Elongation

It is a settled matter of law that the tenure of elected officials in Nigeria cannot be extended for a single day after the expiration of their tenure. The Supreme Court, in the case of former Governor Ladoja of Oyo State, ruled that the governor’s tenure could not be extended after finding in his favour that he was removed from office illegally for about eleven months and reinstating him to office.

In several filings that have become public documents in our courts, including the Supreme Court, their lawyers and the Attorney-General of the Federation admitted that these APC chairmen and councillors have no claim to office beyond October 22, 2025.
To further confirm that their so-called tenure has expired, the APC chairmen and councillors approached the Federal High Court, seeking an extension of their expired tenure.

That case has not been heard. But the very act of seeking an extension amounts to a clear admission, both in law and in fact, that whatever so-called tenure they claimed they had had expired. Assuming, without conceding, that the APC chairmen and councillors had any tenure, that tenure expired on October 22, 2025.

Despite these incontrovertible legal facts, they have continued to occupy the local government secretariats by brute force, with police protection allegedly acting on the instructions of former Governor Gboyega Oyetola.

A few days ago, believing that these APC imposters would honour even their own admission that their tenure had expired, local government workers attempted to resume their duties.

Although the police initially promised protection, many of these workers were instead beaten, harassed, and intimidated by a combination of armed police officers and APC thugs. The use of armed police officers to occupy local government secretariats and intimidate civil servants is a grave abuse of power and an affront to democracy.

My administration took serious exception to this development. However, we have deliberately chosen the path of peace. This is because the ultimate objective of these enemies of our people is to provoke violence, unleash mayhem, and then manufacture conditions for the imposition of a state of emergency on Osun State.

It is saddening that in a democracy, these APC chairmen and councillors threaten, on their various social media platforms, that they will continue to occupy the local government secretariats for as long as they want because they claim to have the backing of former Governor Gboyega Oyetola, and that any attempt to remove them from their illegal occupation of the local government secretariats will surely result in the imposition of a state of emergency on Osun State, with the suspension of my administration.

Time and again, we have frustrated their plans by responding with restraint, maturity, and respect for the rule of law. But sometimes, I wonder if we are really under a democratic system of government where nobody is above the law.

In Osun State, it seems that the APC chairmen and councillors, whose so-called tenure has expired, are above the law by the grace of former Governor Gboyega Oyetola. I have formally written to the heads of relevant federal security agencies regarding actions that threaten peace and order in Osun State.

It is deeply unfortunate that former Governor Gboyega Oyetola has chosen to weaponize federal institutions, particularly the Nigerian Police Force. He has equally applied the same approach to the United Bank for Africa Plc (UBA) to impose hardship and suffering on the good people of Osun State through alleged illegal instructions.

As you are aware, since February 2025, statutory allocations to Osun State local governments have been withheld. As of the last FAAC meeting, a total of One Hundred and Thirty Billion Naira of our local government funds is being illegally withheld by the Federal Government.
Attempts were made to divert those funds through accounts opened with United Bank for Africa (UBA) by people not authorized by law to be signatories to local government funds.

What I do not understand is why a reputable international bank like UBA has allowed itself to be used to break our laws and permit people who are not recognized by law to be signatories to Osun State local government accounts, after it has been advised on those whom the law says can be signatories to these accounts.

Can UBA wilfully break the laws of New York State or the laws of the City of London where it operates?
The answer is a CAPITAL NO.
But as far as they are concerned, this is Nigeria, where our laws can be trampled upon without consequence, as long as they are allegedly breaking the law to satisfy former Governor Gboyega Oyetola.

I want to inform the good people of Osun State that those senior managers in UBA who aided and abetted the opening of Osun State local government accounts by people not allowed by law are already facing criminal prosecution before our courts.

The local government statutory allocation is the primary source for the remuneration of primary school teachers, nurses, and other health workers at the 332 health care centres in Osun State, all local government workers, the traditional councils, as well as retirees in each local government in Osun State.

Imagine the level of suffering these people who depend on local government statutory allocations for the payment of their salaries would have gone through if my government had not stepped in to borrow from the state government to pay the salaries of these workers over the last almost 12 months, with the exception of traditional council salaries.

To be able to come up with the funds from the state government, a lot of sacrifices had to be made. Allowances due to senior civil servants and political appointees had to be put on hold, at great discomfort to these men and women, in addition to slowing down some of the state’s ongoing projects. We have done this because governance is, above all, about humanity, responsibility, and compassion. But this is not sustainable.

While Osun local government funds are being withheld to the detriment of primary school teachers, nurses in our primary health care centres, local government civil servants, retirees, and the good people of Osun State in general by UBA, allegedly under the directive of former Governor Oyetola, the APC chairmen and councillors whose so-called tenure has lapsed are receiving payments in the millions from UBA, again allegedly under the directive of former Governor Gboyega Oyetola.
How this barefaced illegality can be happening in a democracy is very unfortunate, to say the least.

At this point, I respectfully appeal to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intervene. I wish to assure the good people of Osun State that Mr. President is not involved in this illegality. Mr. President is among those who fought the military for our democracy.

I believe Mr. President’s name is being used without his knowledge by Governor Gboyega Oyetola to get the Nigerian Police and UBA to obey his alleged illegal directives. I therefore urge Mr. President to protect the integrity of our democracy by rescuing Osun State local governments from the vice grip of those whose self-awarded tenure has lapsed.
I respectfully request that Governor Gboyega Oyetola be restrained from further issuance of illegal directives to the Nigerian Police, which undermine the very fabric of our democracy.

There is no place in our Constitution and laws that allows for tenure elongation for any elected official.

What confronts us here is law versus lawlessness, constitutional order versus naked impunity.

I therefore call on Nigerians and all those who sacrificed so much for our democracy to join us in demanding an immediate end to the siege on our local governments.

Former Governor Gboyega Oyetola, please allow Osun State to breathe. Enough is enough.

I thank you all for your support and steadfastness. Continue to pray for us and trust in our resolve to protect your interests.

As your governor, I will uphold the Constitution and safeguard your welfare.
I urge you to remain peaceful, lawful, and watchful.

May God bless you.
May God bless Osun State.
And may God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

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