FG ASSURES TO PRIORITIZE DEVELOPMENT OF OSUN’S SPECIAL ECONOMIC ZONE

The Federal Government through the Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority (NEPZA) has assured that it will prioritize the development and efficient operations of Osun’s Special Economic Zone, despite the shortage of funds.

This was part of the discussions of the Osun State Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo, in a few days working visit to the Managing Director of NEPZA, Dr. Olufemi Ogunyemi in his office at Maitama area, Abuja.

The Commerce Commissioner who extended the discussion to the ongoing gate-house and fencing of the Osun’s Special Economic Zone at Otagere, appreciated Dr. Ogunyemi and his team for the hospitality and readiness to join hands with Governor Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke-led administration to industrialize Osun State.

Rev. Jenyo also drew the attention of NEPZA to collaborate with the State government, by introducing viable investors to both the Special Economic Zone and Osun State Free Trade Zone.

Recall that the Special Economic Zone is owned and controlled by the Federal Government while the Free Trade Zone has been licensed by the Federal Government to belong to Osun State.

Despite the gate-house and fencing already at the 95% completion level, the Commissioner also solicited the construction of Administration Block, internal road network and power infrastructures in the Special Economic Zone, to attract investors from across the globe.

According to the Commissioner, the State government is prepared to support NEPZA for immediate take-off of the facility, to justify its existence in Osun State.

“The facilities in other geo-political zones are functioning and that of Osun State must not lag behind. The improved economic well-being of our people is our amiable Governor’s concern that must be addressed. We will not relent in this worthwhile assignment”, he said.

FG ASSURES TO PRIORITIZE DEVELOPMENT OF OSUN’S SPECIAL ECONOMIC ZONE

The Federal Government through the Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority (NEPZA) has assured that it will prioritize the development and efficient operations of Osun’s Special Economic Zone, despite the shortage of funds.

This was part of the discussions of the Osun State Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo, in a few days working visit to the Managing Director of NEPZA, Dr. Olufemi Ogunyemi in his office at Maitama area, Abuja.

The Commerce Commissioner who extended the discussion to the ongoing gate-house and fencing of the Osun’s Special Economic Zone at Otagere, appreciated Dr. Ogunyemi and his team for the hospitality and readiness to join hands with Governor Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke-led administration to industrialize Osun State.

Rev. Jenyo also drew the attention of NEPZA to collaborate with the State government, by introducing viable investors to both the Special Economic Zone and Osun State Free Trade Zone.

Recall that the Special Economic Zone is owned and controlled by the Federal Government while the Free Trade Zone has been licensed by the Federal Government to belong to Osun State.

Despite the gate-house and fencing already at the 95% completion level, the Commissioner also solicited the construction of Administration Block, internal road network and power infrastructures in the Special Economic Zone, to attract investors from across the globe.

According to the Commissioner, the State government is prepared to support NEPZA for immediate take-off of the facility, to justify its existence in Osun State.

“The facilities in other geo-political zones are functioning and that of Osun State must not lag behind. The improved economic well-being of our people is our amiable Governor’s concern that must be addressed. We will not relent in this worthwhile assignment”, he said.

FG ASSURES TO PRIORITIZE DEVELOPMENT OF OSUN’S SPECIAL ECONOMIC ZONE

The Federal Government through the Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority (NEPZA) has assured that it will prioritize the development and efficient operations of Osun’s Special Economic Zone, despite the shortage of funds.

This was part of the discussions of the Osun State Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo, in a few days working visit to the Managing Director of NEPZA, Dr. Olufemi Ogunyemi in his office at Maitama area, Abuja.

The Commerce Commissioner who extended the discussion to the ongoing gate-house and fencing of the Osun’s Special Economic Zone at Otagere, appreciated Dr. Ogunyemi and his team for the hospitality and readiness to join hands with Governor Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke-led administration to industrialize Osun State.

Rev. Jenyo also drew the attention of NEPZA to collaborate with the State government, by introducing viable investors to both the Special Economic Zone and Osun State Free Trade Zone.

Recall that the Special Economic Zone is owned and controlled by the Federal Government while the Free Trade Zone has been licensed by the Federal Government to belong to Osun State.

Despite the gate-house and fencing already at the 95% completion level, the Commissioner also solicited the construction of Administration Block, internal road network and power infrastructures in the Special Economic Zone, to attract investors from across the globe.

According to the Commissioner, the State government is prepared to support NEPZA for immediate take-off of the facility, to justify its existence in Osun State.

“The facilities in other geo-political zones are functioning and that of Osun State must not lag behind. The improved economic well-being of our people is our amiable Governor’s concern that must be addressed. We will not relent in this worthwhile assignment”, he said.

REV. BUNMI JENYO BAGS ‘INTEGRITY STEWARDSHIP SERVICE AMBASSADOR’ AWARD

The Honourable Commissioner for Commerce and Industry in Osun State, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo recently added another feather to his cap, clinching the award of ‘Integrity Stewardship Service Ambassador’.

The honour which the Advocates for Peace and Values Re-Orientation, Abuja bestowed on the Commissioner is once in every four years, according to the organizers.

The event took place at the conference hall, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government Secretariat, Abere.

The Abuja-based five-man team of Advocacy for Peace and Values Re-Orientation led by the Executive Director, Mr. Abubakar Oyibo, was accompanied by the Zonal Coordinator South- South, Osun State Coordinator, Zonal Coordinator North Central and Zonal Coordinator South West.

While speaking, Mr. Abubakar Oyibo explained that the criteria for the award ranged from the assessment of Rev. Jenyo in the display of Ethical Leadership, Developmental Policy Performance, Obedience to Rule of Law, Work Ethical Compliance, Commitment to Local Government Policy Reforms, Commitment to State Government Transformation Agenda and Community Peace Building and Conflict Resolution.

According to Mr. Abubakar, “the presence of your political aides here, as announced at your resumption to the office as the Commissioner, is an evidence of excellent leadership qualities, which our organization is craving, in the political landscape of Nigeria”.

“We are indeed very proud of you and your numerous accomplishments for the advancement of humanity, not only in your Local Government or State but across the globe, where your stints as a great leader, is in the obvious”.

Responding, Rev. Jenyo who dedicated the award after GOD, to the Executive Governor of Osun State, Sen. Dr. Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, appreciated the Advocates for recognizing him, even though he had never met them in person.

According to the Commissioner, flanked by his adorable wife, Mrs Olusola Omotunde Jenyo, “I thank you for this recognition even as it was not solicited. Some people crave awards but I believe as leaders, our works should speak for us. This is a credence to the fact that people are watching us, and there are rewards for good deeds and excellent performance”, he said.

At the occasion were the Special Adviser to the Governor on Diaspora and Investment, Hon. Felix Olalekan, Senior Special Assistants to the Governor on Religious Matters, Hon. Wasiu Alebiosu, Islamic Matters, Hon. Bello Raufu (Bosere), Chambers of Commerce, Hon. Wasiu Ogundokun, Market Affairs, Hon. Moyoade Lukman and some Special Assistants to the Governor.

Others are the management team of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry led by the Director of Industry, Mr. Tajudeen Adigun.

ADELEKE GOVERNMENT READY TO COLLABORATE WITH INTERNATIONAL BREWERIES PLC TO BOOST ECONOMIC PROSPECTS OF OSUN PEOPLE

The Honourable Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo has expressed interest readiness of the State Government to collaborate with the Management of International Breweries Plc (IBPLC), Ilesa with a view to boost economic prospects of Osun people.

This was contained in a statement by the Commissioner while hosting the Corporate Affairs Manager, Ilesa Plant, Mr. Martins Owoyokun and his team in his office on Monday.

During the visit, Mr. Owoyokun who paid a familiarization visit on the Commissioner, explained that the Government Relation Manager, IBPLC, Mr. Chris Obi and Corporate Affairs and Regulatory Director of IBPLC, Mrs Temitope Oguntokun will be willing to pay a working visit to the Commissioner, in his office in June, 2024.

According to him, the company has also concluded arrangements to invite the Management team of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, for a working tour on the company’s plant, located in Ilesa.

This is in efforts to foster mutual understanding and collaboration to boost economic prospects of the people of Osun State.

The Commissioner also identified other areas where the IBPLC can collaborate with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry for optimal performance.

According to the Commissioner, “as for us, we are interested and ready to partner with your organization to boost economic prospects and development within the Osun people. Our amiable Governor, Sen. Dr. Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke is prepared to industrialize Osun, this is key and we are not relenting”.

“By GOD’s grace, the forthcoming Industrial/Economic Summit and Osun Trade Fair 2024 are viable areas where both your company and Osun State Government can collaborate to boost Osun’s economic potentials, for the benefit of the masses”

YORUBA NATION: GOVERNOR ADELEKE TAKES PRE-EMPTIVE SECURITY MEASURES, APPEALS FOR DIALOGUE

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has directed pre-emptive security measures around government structures in Osun State to forestall any copycat occurrence of alleged takeover by suspected Yoruba nation activists.

This was contained in a statement by the spokesperson to the State Governor, Mallam Olawale Rasheed on Saturday.

As the incident at Government Secretariat was ongoing, Governor Adeleke directed his Special Adviser on Security Matters, Mr Samuel Ojo to ensure immediate mobilization of joint security teams to secure the State Government Secretariat, the Government House, and other strategic government buildings including the headquarters of the Osun State Broadcasting Corporation (OSBC).

In line with the Governor’s directive, security men and women were deployed to identified locations yesterday to ensure the Oyo State incident is not repeated at Osogbo, the Osun State Capital.

Governor Adeleke while issuing the directive called for rededication to the ideals of a united Nigeria with ongoing constitutional amendments to ensure a truly federal system in Nigeria.

He urged agitators to join the crusade for the reform of the federal system to ensure adjustments that give the states more autonomy and responsibilities.

According to the Governor, Nigerian problems can only be resolved by dialogue within the constitutional framework, citing ongoing constitutional amendments that are restoring more powers to the states.

He cited the movement of railways and electricity from exclusive to concurrent legislative list, noting that even the United States of America is still reforming her federal system.

“I associate with my brother, the Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde. I urge the agitators to sheath their swords. We must continue to try to realize the Nigeria of our dreams.

“We must support President Tinubu as he drives the federal reform efforts. We have a duty to stand by Mr President in the realization of this difficult national assignment.”, Governor Adeleke was quoted as saying.

GOVERNOR ADELEKE IS DESTINY CHILD WHO TOOK OSUN OUT OF DARKNESS – REV. BUNMI JENYO

The Osun State Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo has described Governor Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke as a destiny child, full of God’s grace, who liberated the people of Osun State from the grip of detractors.

Rev. Jenyo stated this recently during a courtesy visit on the Governor, by the team of the Gospel Faith Mission International (GOFAMINT) led by the Church’s General Evangelist, Evang. (Dr.) E. O. Falade at the Exco lounge of the Governor’s office, Abere Osogbo.

The visit was at the time of the Gofamint’s Osogbo Freedom Citywide Crusade, tagged “setting the captives free” between Wednesday 3rd and Sunday 7th April, 2024, held at the Freedom Park, Old garage, Osogbo.

Rev. Jenyo who explained that Osun State was in total darkness for twelve years, emphasized that GOD particularly chose Governor Adeleke to restore the wasted years of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the helm of affairs.

Jenyo who represented the Governor to receive the clerics, compared the capital flight of Osun resources to Lagos during the APC to the current administration which has domesticated resources and democracy dividends within Osun State, for the benefit of the people.

He chided the APC leadership in the State for its immature way of handling the works of the opposition, saying it should stop deceiving itself as the people have become wiser, having tasted the good and bad from the ruling PDP and opposition APC respectively.

According to him, “regardless of the stumbling blocks put on the way of Mr. Governor, my Principal has risen above the challenges and performed excellently well, to the admiration of the electorate”.

“I urge you, members of the opposition are confusionists and detractors in Osun. They are not happy with the ray of light that is radiating the nooks and crannies of the State. Instead, they turn down the good deeds of the Governor and do not see anything good about all the government is doing”.

“Please continue to pray for our Governor, so that by the time he completes the first tenure of office successfully, the second one will be as easy as ABC”, he said

The Gofamint General Evangelist who said his wife, Dr. Mrs Falade is from Osun State, appreciated the Governor for hosting them and affirmed that the State has really witnessed the marvelous light of GOD, under Governor Adeleke.

He prayed for the Governor and his team to be successful in all their engagements, so as to move Osun State forward.

At the occasion were Senior Special Assistants (SSA), Special Assistants and other government functionaries.

Part of the Gofamint General Evangelist’s team was the Regional Pastor for Region 18, Pastor Femi Oluwarinu and other anointed men of GOD.

HON. GRACE ENIOLA OMOTOSO ADMONISHES YOUTHS TO AVOID COMPLACENCY, BE DETERMINED FOR A GLORIOUS FUTURE

The Special Adviser to the Osun State Governor, Sen. Dr. Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, on Market Affairs, Hon. Mrs Grace Eniola Omotoso has admonished the youths to be determined and focused towards a better future, no matter the present challenges.

This was part of her remarks at the Obokun Youth Conference, Volume 1, by the Obokun People’s Congress, held at Ajayi Memorial Hall, Ibokun on Easter Monday.

Hon. Omotoso who maintained that the true definition of ‘youth’ depends on the individual’s state of mind, charged them to take God first in all their engagements and be busy doing something reasonable, at all times.

The Special Adviser who also availed the opportunity of Easter period and gifted some women of Obokun Local Government, stated that “self-esteem, Godliness not with complacency and self-confidence are key factors to rise above attendant impediments to a glorious future”.

According to her, “do not be idle as an idle hand is the devil’s workshop. Get something doing and be determined that you will get to your glorious future”.

The Youth Conference with the theme “Nurturing the next generation: Pathways to empower Obokun Youths for sustainable impact” featured Keynote Speeches, Panel Discussion and Network Sessions.

In attendance were the father of Obokun People’s Congress, Member, House of Representatives, Hon Oluwole Oke, Member, Osun State House of Assembly, Hon. Adewumi Adeyemi Irekandu, notable speakers and entrepreneurs in society.

REV. BUNMI JENYO CHARGES CHRISTIANS FOR SACRIFICIAL LIVING, FEAR OF GOD

The Honourable Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo has felicitated with Christians in Osun State and all over the world, charging them to live a life of sacrifice and the fear of GOD.

In a statement personally signed by the Honourable Commissioner and made available to newsmen in Osogbo on Saturday, Rev. Jenyo emphasized the need for everyone to be selfless and do things for the service of GOD’s project.

According to the Commissioner, “I congratulate Christians in Osun State and all over the world at the 2024 commemoration of the season of the trial and triumph of our LORD JESUS CHRIST, who lived a sacrificial living throughout His sojourn on this planet”.

“It indeed calls for a sober reflection from all of us, to fear GOD in all our dealings, to be selfless and be our brother’s keeper”.

“JESUS CHRIST exemplified humility, commitment, tenacity and sacrifice, we must imbibe this in our daily engagements. With this, we shall have a better society, unprecedented development and peace in the world and Paradise to crown it all, at the end of the day ” , he said.

According to the Commissioner, “I congratulate sons and daughters of the Most High GOD on this season of the crucification and resurrection of our LORD JESUS CHRIST. We all shall reign with HIM at the last days, Amen”.

REV. BUNMI JENYO CELEBRATES SEN. AJAGUNLA AT BIRTHDAY

The Honourable Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo has congratulated Sen. Olubiyi Fadeyi on the occasion of his birthday anniversary, describing him as a level-headed representative.

This was contained in a statement by the commissioner in Osogbo on Friday.

“My brother, Sen. Olubiyi Fadeyi is a level-headed representative who has contributed immensely towards the yearnings and aspirations of his constituents, Osun Central Senatorial District. He has demonstrated capacity and dexterity in the intricate task of leadership and people are enjoying his laudable strides”.

“My brother, you are GOD’s special gift, not only to the people of Osun Central Senatorial District but also humanity in general. Your records of performance are there to show”, the commissioner said.

Rev. Jenyo pray for the birthday boy to go from strength to strength in sound health and the limitless grace of GOD.

R”Many more fruitful and prosperous years in the service to GOD and humanity, AMEN.
Congratulations my brother”, he said.