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Adeleke unveils 10.4km Osun road

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  • Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke commissioned a 10.4-kilometer road, ending over four decades of neglect in the Ife North Local Government Area.
  • The governor urged residents to be fearless and vote in the upcoming election, warning against intimidation and violence.
  • Adeleke expressed confidence in winning the election and highlighted his administration's commitment to development, citing completed road projects.

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has commissioned the 10.4-kilometer Edunabon-Tonkere Road, a project that revitalizes a critical transport link in the Ife North Local Government Area. The completion of this road marks the end of over four decades of neglect for the area, promising to boost socio-economic activities by connecting communities.

over four decades of neglect

โ€” Osun State Governor's spokespersonA statement by the spokesperson to the governor said the completion of the road ended 'over four decades of neglect' and restored a critical road network.

Following the commissioning, Governor Adeleke engaged with traditional rulers in a town hall meeting. The monarchs, represented by the Alakinlalu of Akinlalu, lauded the governor's commitment, expressing surprise and gratitude for the fulfillment of his promises.

When you came and made this promise to us, no one believed you would accomplish what you have done for us today.

โ€” Alakinlalu of AkinlaluSpeaking on behalf of the monarchs, the Alakinlalu of Akinlalu commended Adelekeโ€™s commitment to development.

Addressing supporters at a campaign rally, Adeleke encouraged residents to remain bold and fearless ahead of the forthcoming governorship election. He stressed that the election's outcome would be determined solely by the people's votes and warned against intimidation and violence, calling on security agencies to uphold democratic values.

We know that Osun belongs to us. You must be bold, be fearless, and nothing will happen to you.

โ€” Ademola AdelekeAddressing supporters at a campaign rally, Adeleke urged residents not to succumb to intimidation or fear ahead of the forthcoming governorship election.

Adeleke's administration has been active in infrastructure development, with the Deputy Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly, Akinyode Oyewusi, noting that 18.2 kilometers of roads have been completed across Ife North within two years. Oyewusi described the Edunabon-Tonkere Road as a landmark achievement, emphasizing its role in enhancing the movement of people and goods and stimulating economic growth.

Nigeria must be ready to defend democracy. If we truly want to practise democracy, then we must practise it the right way. Police officers who have their own are escorting APC thugs to attack and kill people. It is not that we are afraid, but we are deliberately choosing peace.

โ€” Ademola AdelekeAdeleke also called on Nigerians and security agencies to uphold democratic values, warning against violence and voter intimidation ahead of the poll.
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