GOVERNOR ADELEKE TO ATTEND INVESTMENT SUMMIT, COMMONWEALTH TRADE, INVESTMENT FORUM IN LONDON

● TO VISIT BRITISH MUSEUM FOR TALKS ON CREATIVE SECTOR COLLABORATION

● PREACHES PEACEFUL COEXISTENCE AMONG TRADITIONAL RULERS

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State is scheduled to attend a series of high-level investment engagements in London this week, including the prestigious Commonwealth Business Forum and other targeted investment summits.

This was contained in a news release by the Spokesperson to the State Governor, Mallam Olawale Rasheed in Osogbo on Sunday.

In a global climate where developed economies are actively seeking new investment frontiers, Governor Adeleke will also hold strategic meetings with key stakeholders, including the UK Prime Minister’s Trade Envoy to Nigeria, to attract capital and partnerships into Osun’s priority sectors.

As part of his official itinerary, the Governor will visit the British Museum to explore potential areas of collaboration in the creative and cultural sectors, an effort to further harness and export Osun’s rich heritage, arts, and creative talents.

During his various engagements, the Governor is expected to spotlight Osun State’s reformed investment climate, emphasizing:
• Reduction in infrastructure deficits
• Harmonization of the tax system
• Enhanced security for lives and property
• 45-day window for the issuance of Certificates of Occupancy for business-related land use

Since November 2022, Osun State has hosted over 100 potential investors, with more than half of those interests translating into active projects across key economic sectors.

Meanwhile, Governor Adeleke has appealed to traditional rulers across the state to foster peace and refrain from actions that could trigger discord or public confrontations.

According to the Governor, “our royal fathers are the age-long custodians of peace and unity in their towns and villages. They are symbols of harmony and serve as grassroots mediators,” Governor Adeleke stated.

“Whenever we are faced with governance challenges, we often turn to our royal fathers for guidance and intervention. The State Council of Traditional Rulers recently hosted me for discussions on critical state matters. That council is too vital to allow internal disputes spill into the public domain.”

“We cannot afford a situation where Royal Fathers are seen openly fighting one another. Left unchecked, such conduct may fuel communal tension. I urge our revered monarchs to be mindful of their public utterances in the interest of unity and peaceful coexistence across the state”, he said.

IMOLE FREE TRAIN RIDE RETURNS TO LAGOS AMIDST PASSENGERS’ APPRECIATION, ENCOMIUM FOR ADELEKE’S GOVERNMENT

The Imole Free Train ride organized by the government of Sen. Dr. Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke for the 2025 Eid-El Fitri celebration has safely returned to Lagos, after the Sallah break on Wednesday.

The passengers expressed appreciation and showered praises, encomium and prayers for the Governor and his team, for the provision of the Free Train ride and the manner he is steering the ship of Osun State.

One of the passengers who spoke with the newsmen at the Nelson Mandela Freedom Park Osogbo, shortly before departure, Mr. Alexander Adesanya expressed his delight for the all-round development that is happening in the State under the leadership of Governor Adeleke.

Mr. Adesanya who enthusiastically promised to mobilise Osun indegenes to support Governor Adeleke in 2026, said Osun State has been transformed by the “dancing” Governor.

He implored Governor Adeleke and his team never to be distracted by words, actions and inactions of the naysayers. He charged him to continue his people-oriented policies and programmes for the benefits of the majority in the State.

Speaking earlier on, the Honourable Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo has explained that Governor Adeleke has lifted the financial burden in the transportation of Osun indegenes who reside in Lagos, Ogun and Oyo States.

According to the Commissioner, “it is not easy to be giving the people money, providing means of transportation of holiday makers from Lagos to Osogbo, free of charge will go a long way as a palliative measure to cushion the effect of economic reality on the masses”.

Rev. Jenyo charged the passengers to spread the news of their experience in Osun State, in terms of peace, infrastructure, economic stability and other democracy dividends provided by the Governor Adeleke’s administration.

“I urge you all to spread the news of the giant strides of His Excellency to our people outside the State. You are also encouraged to continue to support this administration so that the government can do more, under our amiable Governor, Asiwaju Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke”, the Commissioner said.

The train departed Osogbo as scheduled at exactly 12:00pm and is expected to convey passengers to Osogbo from Lagos as usual, in the forthcoming Easter celebration.

GOVERNOR ADELEKE TASKS NYSC CORPS MEMBERS TO BE DEDICATED DURING SERVICE YEAR IN OSUN

Osun state governor,Senator Ademola Adeleke has urged the teeming National Youth Corps Service scheme members to be dedicated to community development during their service year in Osun state.

Governor Adeleke made the disclosure during a second edition of a day sensitization exercise for all corps members serving in various Ministries,Departments and Agencies of Government ( MDAs) in the State Secretariat Complex ,Abeere.

The state commissioner for youth affairs, Hon.Olagunju Moshood Olaleke represented Governor Adeleke at the programme tagged Clean Up Abeere.

Coordinated by Hon. Ojo Isaac Sanmi, Special Assistant to the Governor in the office of the Chief of staff to the governor, the one day sensitization cum clean up exercise had all the male and female corps members fully kitted in their NYSC khaki uniforms while cleaning all the premises of the State Government Secretariat .

The clean up exercise which first began at the Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning in the State Secretariat had all the corps members,amidst singing and dancing ,sweeping and cutting bushes and weeds in the entire Secretariat complex.

Governor Adeleke through the State Youth Affairs Commissioner,Hon.
Olalekan Olagunju thanked the organizers of the programme for the sole objective of keeping Govt.Secretariat ,Abeere clean and tidy.

In the same vein,the governor pledged the readiness of his administration to continue to make Osun,home away from home for all serving corps members during their one year mandatory NYSC service scheme in Osun State.

Earlier in his address of welcome,the Principal Coordinator of the Clean Up campaign, Hon. Ojo Isaac Sammi popularly known as Ijoba Demo told the gathering that the sole objective was to make cleanliness a habit which all corps members and society at large must always not play with .

Hon. Isaac particularly thanked the State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke for always making good environment a priority .

While also commending his many programmes,policies and activities especially for the NYSC members, in Osun State, Hon. Isaac urged the corps members to take full advantage of the peaceful and hospitable dispositions of Osun state and its people into consideration in all they do and say .

A cross section of the participants,described the initiative as good and well intentioned.

The almost four hour long clean up exercise ended with a variety show where the corps members drawn from different states of the Nigerian federation but who are currently serving their father land in Osun state, catching fun and fraternizing with one another .

The next in the third in the series of similar clean up exercise, according to Hon. Ojo Isaac Sanmi, will take place in the next three months.

GOVERNOR ADELEKE APPROVES IMOLE FREE TRAIN RIDE FOR EID-EL FITRI CELEBRATION

The Honourable Commissioner for Commerce and Industry in Osun State, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo has implored indegenes in Lagos, Ogun and Oyo States to take advantage of the Imole Free Train ride during the forthcoming Eid-El Fitri celebration.

This was contained in a statement by the Commissioner, shortly after a live programme at the Lagos Television (LTV), which was made available to newsmen in Osogbo on Thursday.

Rev. Bunmi Jenyo who lauded the Executive Governor of Osun State, Sen. Dr. Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, reiterated that the train ride was completely prepared to convey passengers to Osogbo on Saturday, and return them back to Lagos on Wednesday next week, free of charge.

According to him, the train will take off from Iddo Terminus, Lagos on Saturday 29th March, at 10:00am prompt. The return trip from Nelson Mandela Freedom Park, Osogbo is on Wednesday, 2nd April 2025 at 12:00pm prompt.

The Free Train ride initiative is one of the many commitments of the Osun State government to ease the travelling burden of the citizens, residing in other states but are interested in celebrating the Eid with their loved ones in their Osun State.

He therefore called on the prospective passengers to use the opportunity to visit the State and observe the giant strides of Governor Ademola Adeleke, in relation to the five-point integral plan of his administration.

Signed:
Rev. Bunmi Jenyo,
Honourable Commissioner,
Ministry of Commerce and Industry,
Osun State.
27th March, 2025.

OSUNWON IMOLE LAUNCHED, UNVEILED IN OSUN

Governor Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke led government has launched and unveiled the Osunwon Imole, Osun State’s standard measuring bowl, held at the Nelson Mandela Freedom Park, Osogbo on Monday.

In a statement delivered by His Excellency, represented by the Deputy Governor, Prince Kola Adewusi, Osunwon Imole is a testament to Governor Adeleke’s “administration’s commitment to fairness, accuracy and transparency in daily trade” across the nooks and crannies of Osun State.

According to the Governor, “it is more than just a measuring bowl — it symbolizes our dedication to improving the quality of life for our people and ensuring that everyone gets fair value for their money”.

“For too long, the use of substandard measuring bowls in our markets has caused untold hardship for both buyers and sellers. Many of our traders, knowingly or unknowingly, have used inaccurate measures that lead to losses for consumers and undermine trust in business transactions”.

“Recognizing this challenge, our administration has taken decisive action by introducing Osunwon Imole to restore fairness in trade and protect the interests of all stakeholders”.

“There is no doubt that standardization plays a crucial role in economic development. It builds trust, enhances efficiency, and makes our markets more competitive. By adopting Osunwon Imole, we are sending a strong message that Osun State is committed to upholding the highest standards of quality and integrity”.

“This initiative aligns with our broader policy of fostering a thriving business environment, encouraging investments, and promoting sustainable economic growth.The Osunwon Imole will serve as a reliable and accurate measuring tool for our market men and women, ensuring consistency in trade practices”.

“It will eliminate discrepancies, promote transparency, and strengthen trust between buyers and sellers. This will not only benefit individuals but also contribute to the overall economic stability of our state”.

“As we launch this new standard measuring bowl today, I urge all stakeholders — our Iyalojas, Babalojas, Egbe-Olowo, and all others who use measuring bowls in their businesses — to embrace this transition wholeheartedly. Let us work together to phase out the old congo measuring system and fully adopt Osunwon Imole. Your cooperation is essential in ensuring that the benefits of this initiative reach every corner of our state”.

“I am confident that Osunwon Imole will be a game-changer for Osun State. It will not only improve market practices but also boost public confidence in our trade systems. I look forward to seeing the positive impact it will have on our economy”, the Governor said.

Earlier on his welcome address, the Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo, who described the bowl as a symbol of progress, precision and empowerment, said the essence of thriving communities lies in the systems that ensure fairness, consistency and reliability in every transaction, as contained in the Holy Bible and Quran.

According to the Commissioner, “this is why the State government under the administration of the Governor, deemed it fit to produce the Osunwon Imole as a reflection of of our commitment to improving our economy, ensure fair trade practices and fostering trust between traders and consumers”.

Presenting the Osunwon Imole to the members of the public, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Market Affairs, Chief Mrs Grace Eniola Omotoso narrated countless efforts of the State government to regulate and standardize marketing transactions in Osun State.

She also noted that Osunwon Imole cannot be compromised by whatever means its name and logo are clearly inscribed on the bowl.

Yeyeluwa Modupeola Adeleke-Sanni who unveiled the Osunwon Imole encouraged traders to adhere strictly to the use of the new innovation of the Adeleke’s government, for the betterment of all and sundry.

She advised Osun people to embrace the new dawn of fairness in daily trade across Osun State.

Dignitaries in attendance included the respected Royal Fathers, Honourable Commissioners, Special Advisers, Senior Special Assistants, Special Assistants, Permanent Secretaries, General Managers/Executive Secretaries and Service Commanders.

REV. BUNMI JENYO ASSURES ODA OF MORE DEMOCRACY DIVIDENDS IN OSUN

The Honourable Commissioner for Commerce and Industry in Osun State, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo has assured the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Osun Development Association (ODA), Mr. Ajibola Oginni that more democracy dividends will be made available to the people during the administration of the Governor, Sen. Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke.

This was part of the discussion between the Commissioner and the chief Executive Officer, in his office when the latter paid him a courtesy visit on Friday.

Osun Development Association is a conglomerate of successful indegenes, who are passionate about the progress and development of Osun State.

Mr. Oginni who applauded the giant strides of the State Governor, Sen. Ademola Adeleke across all the sectors, emphasized that Osun State has never had it so well.

He charged the opposition parties in the State to bring about constructive criticisms rather than engaging the government with frivolities to slow down the accelerated pace of development.

He encouraged Governor Adeleke and his team to remain focused on the well articulated five-point agenda, which is already yielding transformational results in the State.

Earlier on, the Commissioner has congratulated Mr. Oginni for emerging the chief Executive Officer of the highly reputable ODA and prayed that he will steer the ship of the association to a remarkable and successful end.

REV. BUNMI JENYO CONGRATULATES YEYELUWA MODUPEOLA ON CONFERMENT AS YEYE GBOBANIYI OF IBODILAND

The Honourable Commissioner for Commerce and Industry in Osun State, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo has rejoiced and congratulated the Matriarch of the Adeleke Dynasty, Yeyeluwa Modupeola Adeleke-Sanni over her conferment as the Yeye Gbobaniyi of Ibodi in Ijesaland, by HRH Oba Cornelius Omisade Agboluaje, on Saturday 15th March, 2025.

The Commissioner who expressed his delight in a statement made available to newsmen in Osogbo on Sunday, stated that the Oloja of Ibodiland, Oba Agboluaje has put the round peg in a round hole.

He described Yeyeluwa Modupeola Adeleke-Sanni as a detribalised mother of all, whose reputation, native intelligence and genuine kindness cannot be underestimated.

“The esteemed position of Yeye Gbobaniyi of Ibodi in Ijesaland befits no any other than a true mother, a resilient, dogged, committed, philanthropic and reliable woman of substance, which is embedded in the Yeyeluwa of the universe, Yeye Modupeola Adeleke-Sanni”, the Commissioner said.

“She has cheerfully contributed meaningfully and immensely towards the growth, progress and development of not only communities in Osun State but also nations across the globe”.

According to the Commissioner, “she is a strong pillar of support, succour and favour of the Almighty GOD in the lives and destinies of individuals, corporate bodies, organizations, economic stability, social engagements and political landscape in Osun State, Nigeria and beyond”.

“Indeed, the kingdom and people of Ibodiland have just begun to experience unusual transformation and prosperity, now that Yeye Modupeola is the Yeye Gbobaniyi of the town”.

The Commissioner maintained that the new chieftaincy title will propel Yeyeluwa Modupeola to further entrench her GOD’s-given grace and kindness towards the uplift of humanity.

“May GOD give her the longevity of life and sound health to deliver more of goodness, love and impactful leadership on earth, AMEN.
Congratulations Yeye!”.

Signed:
Rev. Bunmi Jenyo,
Honourable Commissioner,
Ministry of Commerce and Industry,
Osun State.
16th March, 2025.

INDUSTRIALIZATION: ONOME SIGNATURE SETS TO ESTABLISH VENTURES IN OSUN STATE

Consequent upon the industrialization agenda of the administration of Governor Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, Onome Signature has concluded plans to establish a lether-work and fabrics ventures in Osun State.

This was disclosed by the Honourable Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo, after a meeting with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the organization, Chief Onome Ogo-Ovwigho in his office on Thursday.

The Commissioner who expressed delight over the company’s interest in Osun State, promised the current administration will create an enabling environment and support for their business interests to succeed.

Onome Signature, birthed in 2013, is a Nigerian owned manufacturing company that focuses on production of high quality school shoes, industrial safety shoes for construction/oil companies, combat/jungle boots, and service shoes for military/paramilitary institutions as well as production of varieties of fashion shoes for the society.

It is into production of all kinds of footwear, bags, clothing and crafts.

The company is also into skill acquisition programmes designed to empower the people, impact knowledge and make people to become self-reliant.

The company with the Brazil office at Rua Mancel Ventura, 18 – Casa 05, Paciencia – Rio de Janeiro. CEP – 23585-667 and Liaison office at Unit 2322 Citilife, towers building, 477 Smith Street Durban 4000, South Africa is located at 167 Ikorodu road, Onipanu Lagos State in Nigeria.

According to the CEO, Onome Signature’s products are top-notch, made from leather and fabrics of high quality that can stand the test of time.

“Onome Signature recently partnered with a company in South Africa to handle their leather works factory in training and production. We have bilateral relations with the Kwazulu-Natal Kingdom in South Africa headed by King Misuzulu in terms of Community development. We also handled facilitation of lectures for intending pensioners from the National Judicial Council, Abuja”.

“We have collaborated with various countries through their embassies to carry out training and capacity building programmes, workshop development etc, some of which are: Brazil Consulate, Switzerland Consulate, Denmark Consulate, Italy Consulate and a host of other jobs, both within and outside Nigeria”, she said.

COURT COMMENCES HEARING ON INISHA CHIEF IMAM TUSSLE

Hearing commenced before the Osun State High Court sitting in Iragbiji, headquarters of Boripe Local Government Area of Osun State on Tuesday over the appointment of the Chief Imam of Inisha in Odootin local government area of the state.

The appointment of the Chief Imam of Inisha had in 2021 led to serious fracas in the town, a situation which resulted in breakdown of law and order.

While a section of the Muslim community in the town supported Imam Abdulazeez Tijani, others were in support of Alhaji Abdulakeem Mahamadujamiu.

For years the town was left without chief Imam until the state Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke and the League of Imams and Alfas in the state intervened in the crisis.

The matter which had been pending in court since 2021 was brought before Justice G.O Lawal of the Iragbiji division of the state High Court on Tuesday.

Counsel to the plaintiff, Mr Jimoh Adebimpe Abdulmumini told the court that two Chief Imams were turbaned in Inisha on a single day, a situation which he said led to serious fracas in the town.

One of the witnesses, Jimoh Ibrahim said during cross examination that one Chief Imam was turbaned in the morning, while another one was turbaned in the evening at the same Central mosque, Inisha

He affirmed that crisis erupted at the mosque as a result of the turbaning of the two Imams.

However, Justice Lawal has adjourned the case to 7th March, 2025 for further hearing.

REV. BUNMI JENYO STORMS HOMETOWN WITH GOODWILL, DEVELOPMENT

The Osun State Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo has paid homage to the Orangun-In-Council led by the Orangun of Ila-Orangun, HRM Oba Abdulwahab Kayode Oyedotun as he brought goodwill, development and democracy dividends of his Principal, Governor Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, to the people.

The Commissioner who used the opportunity to sensitize the Ila people to cooperate with the road workers, prepared them towards encouraging those who will be working, in the period of their stay, for efficient service delivery and hitch-free construction.

Indeed, history will, for a very long time, continue to refer to Friday 7th March, 2025. A day the illustrious son of the soil, from Agbarajamo’s compound of the ancient town, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo, brought a good tidings of the rehabilitation and dualization of the major road in Ila-Orangun, by the people’s Governor, Sen. Ademola Adeleke.

In Rev. Jenyo’s all-inclusive meeting with the elders, held at the palace of the Orangun of Ila-Orangun, it was disclosed that the Osun State Governor will soon flag off the dualization of the major road of the ancient town.

No doubt, the current administration’s dedication to service to humanity, commitment to the people’s welfare and the fulfilment of the electoral promises was laid bare before the Orangun-In-Council and the generality of the dwellers of the Ila-Orangun community.

According to the Commissioner, the State Governor has promised to kickstart the road construction and rehabilitation in the next few weeks.

Apart from the above, Rev. Jenyo also asserted that the ever-dynamic administration of Governor Adeleke has promised that both local and international investors are coming to Ila-Orangun for the benefits of the people of Ila Local Government and its environment.

Responding on behalf of the town, the Ejemu of lla Orangun, Chief (Engr) Paul Ogunrinade who applauded Rev. Jenyo’s giant strides for his hometown at all times, appreciated Governor Adeleke for remembering the ancient town in his transformation agenda.

According to Chief Ogunrinade, “Rev. Bunmi Jenyo here sitted today has been doing great work for his community. This is just another one out of many. In fact, he has done well for Ila-Orangun indegenes, both at home and in the diaspora, both presently and in the past”.

While responding, the Orangun of Ila-Orangun, HRM Oba Abdulwahab Kayode Oyedotun who appreciated the Governor noted that the history will be kind to Rev. Jenyo for his positive impact and contributions towards the growth and development of his fatherland.

“This is a momentous day for Ila-Orangun as we honor an icon of modern democracy and the agent of development. Your invaluable contributions to both the democracy and the advancement of Ila Local Government will never be forgotten by our generation and generations to come”, the Orangun stated.

“We pledge our unwavering support and cooperation to the government of Governor Ademola Adeleke especially in his efforts to promote good governance, economic growth, and infrastructural development, as well as improving the living standards of our citizens”, he said.

“It is on record that Ila-Orangun voted massively for Governor Ademola Adeleke in 2022, and the forthcoming 2026 will not be an exception. Our people shall vote in larger proportion for the Governor’s second term in office. One good term deserves another”, Oba Oyedotun said.

Signed:
Rev. Bunmi Jenyo Media Team
07/03/2025.