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Adeleke converts 12-year casual workers to permanent staff at Osun hospital

From The Punch · (7m ago) English Positive tone

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TLDR

  • Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke converted 12-year casual workers at the Osun State University Teaching Hospital to permanent staff.
  • The governor accused individuals of plotting to cripple his administration through orchestrated crises in local government areas.
  • The conversion was met with excitement by the workers, who pledged support for the governor's re-election. The article also notes similar casualization issues in Bauchi State.

In Osun State, Governor Ademola Adeleke has taken a decisive step to address long-standing issues of casualization, converting the appointments of hospital staff who have served for 12 years to permanent status. This move, announced by his spokesperson Olawale Rasheed, brings much-needed security and recognition to these dedicated workers.

They plotted against our government. Their goal is to stop Osunโ€™s development. But despite their evil plans, Osun is growing and our projects are moving.

โ€” Ademola AdelekeOsun State Governor Ademola Adeleke addressing the hospital staff and speaking about the challenges his administration has faced.

The governor used the occasion to speak directly to the hospital staff, highlighting the challenges his administration has faced from those seeking to undermine its progress. He asserted that despite these obstacles, Osun State is moving forward, delivering good governance and development. This message of resilience and commitment resonates deeply with the people who have endured years of uncertainty.

But by God and the people, we survive, our government is delivering good governance. I wonโ€™t stop serving and delivering good things for our people.

โ€” Ademola AdelekeOsun State Governor Ademola Adeleke addressing the hospital staff and speaking about his commitment to the people.

The workers' response was overwhelmingly positive, with celebrations erupting at the hospital. The head of the labour movement expressed gratitude and pledged support for the governor's re-election, underscoring the tangible impact of his pro-labour stance. This action not only improves the lives of the affected workers but also strengthens the bond between the government and its people, demonstrating a commitment to fairness and stability within the public service.

Have been in that position for twelve years.

โ€” Olawale RasheedStatement by the governor's spokesperson announcing the conversion of casual staff.
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