
The Digest:
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has challenged critics to evaluate his three-year tenure by his tangible achievements, declaring that leadership is measured by impact, not appearance.
Key Points:
- Governor Ademola Adeleke has responded to critics of his administration, urging them to judge his performance by his records.
- He asserted that governance is about direct positive impact, not a "master-servant" relationship or stern appearances.
- Adeleke highlighted reforms in Ijesaland, including a crackdown on illegal mining and environmental cleanup of polluted water.
- He cited the rescue and progress of the stalled Ilesa Water Project, now pending Islamic Development Bank processing.
- The governor noted the completion of the dualisation of Ereja Palace to Brewery Junction and the establishment of the University of Ilesa.
- He emphasized that Ijesa people hold key appointments in his government, including multiple commissioner roles.
- Adeleke announced a partnership with the Ijesa palace to fast-track industrial development in the entrepreneurial region.
Sources: Tribune Online, Leadership