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Osun gov, Adeleke defends self in New Year Day broadcast to resident

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has disclosed that his administration has continued to sustain national programmes inherited from his predecessors. Governor Adeleke reiterated that, over the last year, his administration has financed projects primarily from state resources. These revelations were part of Governor Adeleke’s New Year message to residents of the state on Wednesday.
Osun gov, Adeleke defends self in New Year Day broadcast to resident

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has disclosed that his administration has continued to sustain national programmes inherited from his predecessors.

Governor Adeleke reiterated that, over the last year, his administration has financed projects primarily from state resources.

These revelations were part of Governor Adeleke’s New Year message to residents of the state on Wednesday.

The governor also revealed that the state’s resources include internally generated revenue and allocations from the federation account. He added that he has not been accessing security votes and has not borrowed any funds to run the state government.

The address reads in part:
“In the last one year and since I assumed office, our projects have been financed mainly from state resources. This includes internally generated revenue and allocations from the federation account. Just as I have not been accessing security votes, I have not borrowed a single kobo to run the state government.

“As a responsible state in Nigeria, we are part and parcel of programmes and activities of the National Economic Council and the Nigerian Governors’ Forum. We inherited many national programmes from the previous APC governments. We continue to sustain those programmes when and if they benefit our people.”

Governor Adeleke urged those seeking information about his administration to take advantage of the Freedom of Information Act.

He said:
“My good people of Osun, I have kept faith with my pledge for transparency and accountability as your state governor. In the last one year, we received and processed several requests for information based on the Freedom of Information Act. We ensured access to information as a transparent and accountable government.

“As democracy is a government for the people, of the people, and by the people, I call on those seeking specific data on government programmes to take advantage of the Freedom of Information Act. Specifically, I urge the opposition to join the state government as we turn the fortunes of our state for the better. We are all stakeholders.”

DAILY POST gathered that the governor’s revelation comes in the wake of allegations leveled against him by the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state.

During an end-of-year address on Monday, Kola Olabisi, the Director of Media and Information for the Osun APC, accused the state government of secretly signing and obtaining a combined foreign loan of $51 million (N81.6 billion equivalent), using an exchange rate of N1,600 to $1.

Olabisi maintained that the current administration is on the verge of plunging the state into a deep financial crisis, urging the people of the state to hold Adeleke accountable for alleged financial recklessness.

According to the APC, the claim that Adeleke’s administration has not obtained any loans since its inception is untrue, as part of the state’s 2024 budget is being financed through the NG-CARES facility.

Reacting to the allegations, the spokesperson for the governor, Olawale Rasheed, dismissed the APC’s claims.

Olawale categorically denied that Osun State had acquired foreign loans under NG-CARES.

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PICTORIAL: Sanwo-Olu hails Wizkid, Burna Boy, others for making #GreaterLagosCountdown2025 ‘unforgettable’

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu thanked artists and residents who made the #GreaterLagosCountdown2025 a remarkable event. In a statement released after the event on Wednesday, Sanwo-Olu thanked the artists who performed at the New Year countdown, saying, “A heartfelt thank you to the incredible artists who honoured Lagos’ call to perform and made the night
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Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu thanked artists and residents who made the #GreaterLagosCountdown2025 a remarkable event. In a statement released after the event on Wednesday, Sanwo-Olu thanked the artists who performed at the New Year countdown, saying, “A heartfelt thank you to the incredible artists who honoured Lagos’ call to perform and made the night

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2025: Let’s work together, Abiodun tells Ogun residents

Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has promised that his administration will continue to foster an economy that promotes growth, equity, and resilience through sustainable development plans. The governor also admonished the people of the state to set aside their differences and continue to coexist with one another for the peace and development of the state
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Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has promised that his administration will continue to foster an economy that promotes growth, equity, and resilience through sustainable development plans. The governor also admonished the people of the state to set aside their differences and continue to coexist with one another for the peace and development of the state

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2025: Don’t allow ethnic, political, religious differences divide us – Mutfwang urges citizens

Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has called on citizens of the state not to allow ethnic, political, or religious differences to divide them, urging them to walk together in faith and unity in their determination to achieve the Plateau of their dreams. He assured that his administration will continue to prioritize projects and policies
2025: Don’t allow ethnic, political, religious differences divide us – Mutfwang urges citizens

Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has called on citizens of the state not to allow ethnic, political, or religious differences to divide them, urging them to walk together in faith and unity in their determination to achieve the Plateau of their dreams.

He assured that his administration will continue to prioritize projects and policies that touch lives and uplift communities.

Mutfwang stated this during a statewide broadcast on New Year’s Day in Jos, the state capital.

He said, “My fellow citizens, let us not allow ethnic, political, or religious differences to divide us.

“As we step into 2025, let us walk together in faith and unity, determined to achieve the Plateau of our dreams.

“We will continue to prioritize projects and policies that touch lives and uplift communities,” he assured.

Speaking further, the governor said, “The year 2024 marked a critical turning point for Plateau State. Through our budget tagged ‘Budget of New Beginnings,’ we laid a robust foundation for rebuilding and repositioning our state for peace and prosperity.

“Despite the hurdles we encountered, including litigations, our collective mandate was restored and reaffirmed amidst jubilation,” he maintained.

“For this, I remain deeply thankful for your steadfast support and faith in this administration. Together, we have embarked on a shared journey to deliver good governance and tangible dividends of democracy.”

According to him, “From the moment I assumed office, peace and security have been our topmost priorities. In 2024, we made bold investments in technology and logistics to strengthen the surveillance and protection of our rural communities.

“Our efforts have already begun yielding significant results, as unprovoked attacks, once rampant, are steadily declining.

“However, while we have recorded progress, some communities continue to face security challenges,” he decried.

“Let me assure you that we will not rest until enduring peace is achieved across Plateau State,” Mutfwang assured.

“I extend my heartfelt condolences to all those who have suffered from attacks across the state. Your pain is our pain.”

While further reassuring citizens of the state of enhanced security, the governor said, “As a government, we remain committed to partnering with the Federal Government and other stakeholders to end these avoidable tragedies.”

Mutfwang expressed his appreciation to the security agencies for their sacrifices and diligence in their efforts to stem the tide of crime and criminality across the state.

Meantime, the governor announced the payment of fines for various offenders—eleven of them—who committed various offenses and had their jail terms quashed.

2025: Don’t allow ethnic, political, religious differences divide us – Mutfwang urges citizens

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NLC demands withdrawal of tax reform bills, seeks wage review

The Nigeria Labour Congress has called for the withdrawal of the Tax Reform Bills submitted by President Bola Tinubu to the National Assembly, urging a more inclusive process involving key national stakeholders. The union, in its New Year message to Nigerians on Tuesday, emphasised the need for the government to prioritise citizen welfare and address
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The Nigeria Labour Congress has called for the withdrawal of the Tax Reform Bills submitted by President Bola Tinubu to the National Assembly, urging a more inclusive process involving key national stakeholders. The union, in its New Year message to Nigerians on Tuesday, emphasised the need for the government to prioritise citizen welfare and address

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