I’ve transformed Osun, deserve second term – Adeleke

Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke asserted that his administration has successfully transformed the state from a financially distressed entity into one capable of meeting its financial obligations while undertaking significant infrastructure and social programs. Seeking re-election, Adeleke highlighted these achievements during a town hall meeting in Osogbo, addressing past issues of half-salary and pension debts.

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It is true that in 2022, my predecessor, Governor Gboyega Oyetola, said it was not possible to pay those accumulated half salary and pension debt. But I have shown the world that if there is a political will, difficult issues can be resolved. Our government has paid over two-thirds of the half salary debt. We have paid over N80bn of inherited pension debt. We have reformed the public service. I implemented several measures for workers’ welfare, and Osun workers appreciated it. And that is why they have endorsed me for re-election.

Adeleke stated that his government has resolved difficult financial issues, paying over two-thirds of the accumulated half-salary debt and more than N80 billion of inherited pension debt. He also noted the reform of the public service and measures implemented for workers' welfare, claiming endorsement from Osun workers for his re-election bid.

Addressing his public image, which includes dancing and singing, Adeleke explained it as a way to thank God and a personal hobby that does not interfere with his duties as governor. He emphasized that he is a serious and focused leader who has delivered beyond expectations in touching every part of the state.

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My dancing has two reasons. I have every reason to thank God all the time. My God has been very good to me. So, like David in the Bible, I use every opportunity to sing praises to God. Secondly, I take singing as my hobby. Everybody has something that makes him happy. Mine is praise singing. Does it affect my job as a governor? No. There are times to work and times to play. In the almost four years of my governorship, I have delivered beyond expectations. I am a very serious, focused leader of this great state. This has shown in how I touched every corner of the state.

Reflecting on his tenure, Adeleke expressed pride in his achievements, particularly in workers' welfare, the redemption of pensioners, and addressing challenges faced by public workers. He listed accomplishments such as 350 kilometers of roads, three flyover bridges, six dualized roads, rehabilitation of over 200 primary healthcare centers and 150 schools, the establishment of the University of Ilesa, and the disbursement of nearly N2 billion in cooperative funds.

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I am proud of all I have achieved in the last four years. But specifically, I am happy about workers’ welfare. We did a lot to redeem our pensioners and workers of Osun State. I am truly happy about how we addressed problems and challenges facing Osun public workers. The pensioners and senior citizens are happy with me. The workers love me. The first job of a government is the welfare of the people. I fulfilled that responsibility.