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I have Delivered Across All Sectors – Adeleke
Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has declared that his administration can be judged by his records in the last three years because he has delivered good governance across all sectors for the Osun people.
He made the declaration at the Iwude Ijesha carnival at Ilesa on Sunday, where he also challenged the critics who questioned his style of governance to look at the performance records. He maintained that governance is not about stern looking leaders parading corridors of power, declaring “leadership is not and should not be a master–servant relationship.
“Governance is about making a direct positive impact on the lives of the people. Your delivery as a governor is the best judge of your performance and capacity to lead. Judge me on my records, outputs and agenda as a governor. That is the best globally accepted parameters to measure leadership.
“My people, I have delivered across sectors in the last three years. I positively touched all sectors and federal constituencies. My records affirm and validate my capacity and competence to continue to lead our dear state”, the governor posited amidst rising applause.
The governor who felicitated with the Ijesa people on the occasion of the Iwude day said his team conducted due diligence on the basic developmental challenges facing Ijeshaland in 2022, explaining that “the late Owa listed some areas while many Ijesa elite and intellectuals availed us a lot of materials.
“When we came on board in late 2022, Ijesaland was being plundered without accountability. There was an inglorious rape of the land actively aided by the government of the time. Environmental degradation caused by illegal mining was so pervasive that the underground water across Ijesaland was declared polluted. Illegal mining was not just the challenge; the revenue flow from the mining sector was then to private pockets rather than the state treasury.
“Our administration launched a mining sector reform. Today, Osun shareholding within the Segilola Gold Project is secured. Concerted war is being waged on illegal mining. Environmental cleaning up is now a continuous exercise. We launched a river clean up project manned by tested professionals.
“The Ilesa Water project, which was a centre of corruption under the previous government, was reviewed and anti-corruption measures yielded positive results. A project meant to provide water supply to Ijesa people was turned into a channel of self-enrichment by some people from this land. Today, the contract for the water project has been cleaned up and the project is set to continue after processing by the Islamic Development Bank.
“Beyond several infrastructure projects already executed across this great land, the late Adimula made two requests from me when I was campaigning for the governorship. By the grace of God, we have delivered and even exceeded the demands of our late father.
“The first demand was the dualisation of Ereja palace junction to brewery junction. We have completed the dualisation. Solar street lights are installed. The second demand was for the University of Ilesa. With application of due process and support of men and women of goodwill, University of Ilesa is now a reality. We ensured local content by appointing an experienced Ijesha academian as the Vice Chancellor. We also ensured that the Chairman of the governing council is another proud Ijesaman.
“Today, the University of Ilesa has close to 100 accredited courses. Our government is upgrading and expanding internal infrastructure to ensure a conducive learning environment.
“Our government has a huge dose of Ijesa appointees in key areas of responsibilities. The commissioners for agriculture, environment, Health, local governments and cooperative empowerment are from Ijesaland. Several advisers and other senior appointees were appointed from this great land. They are change agents, proudly representing the interest of Ijesaland and the state at large. Ijesa people are at the heart of our government.
“Ilesa is a land of entrepreneurs. How can we forget the thriving entrepreneurs like the Omole dynasty. In pursuit of the business which Ijesa people are best known for, we are partnering with the Palace of Adimula on a holistic industrialization agenda. Our imperial majesty is making his wealth of experience, contacts and resources available to the government in a renewed public-private partnership. This is to fast-track the industrial development of this great land of entrepreneurs.
“I have a beautiful blueprint to take Ijesaland and her people to new heights. We have innovative ideas never dreamt of in the past. As a trade and commerce-dominated people, transport connectivity is a major need of Ijesa people. I am happy to report that Osun’s upcoming airport has a leg in an area of Ijesaland. This will boost commerce and enhance trade.
“In the near future and in partnership with Ijesa sons and daughters, linking Ilesa and Ile Ife with the national railway line within Osun state is a strong possibility. This will provide freight haulage opportunities for enterprising and industrious Ijesa people. When combined with a nearby international cargo airport, the Osun East senatorial district will thrive as an industrial hub for Osun state”, the governor told Ijesa monarchs, chiefs and elites.
“I call on you all to renew your dedication to our joint mission of taking our dear state to a new, greater height. We must not allow political and developmental setbacks to afflict us again”, the governor rounded up the address.
The lingering intra-party crisis in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has forced senator representing Sokoto South, Aminu Tambuwal to dump the party for the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
Tambuwal, a former governor of Sokoto State, disclosed this in a resignation letter dated March 11, 2026, addressed to the PDP ward chairman in Tambuwal/Shinfiri Ward of Tambuwal Local Government Area.
The letter, which was made available to journalists on Thursday, said the decision followed consultations with his political associates and supporters.
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“After deep reflection and extensive consultations with my political associates and supporters, I have decided to resign my membership of the Peoples Democratic Party with immediate effect,” Tambuwal stated.
According to the former Speaker of the House of Representatives of Nigeria, lingering disputes and leadership disagreements in the PDP made it increasingly difficult for him to remain in the party.
“The persistent internal crises, leadership disagreements and growing divisions within the party have made it increasingly difficult for me to continue my membership,” he added.
Despite leaving the party, the senator expressed appreciation to the PDP for the opportunities it gave him to serve in different capacities.
“I remain grateful to the party for the platform it provided me to serve Nigeria as Speaker of the House of Representatives and later as Governor of Sokoto State,” he said.
Tambuwal confirmed that he had joined the ADC alongside his political associates and supporters, describing the move as part of efforts to strengthen democratic values and provide a credible political alternative.
“My decision is guided by the conviction that Nigeria requires a stronger political platform built on integrity, accountability, inclusiveness and a clear commitment to national development,” he added.
Tambuwal served as Speaker of the House of Representatives between 2011 and 2015 before emerging governor of Sokoto State in 2015 under the All Progressives Congress (APC). He later defected to the PDP the same year and was re-elected governor in 2019.
After completing his second term in 2023, he was elected to the Nigerian Senate to represent Sokoto South.
His defection to the ADC is expected to alter the political dynamics in Sokoto State, where he remains one of the state’s most influential political figures.
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has explained that the persistent crisis and legal disputes within the Peoples Democratic Party compelled him to defect to the All Progressives Congress.
The governor’s defection was formally announced on Monday by his deputy, Mani Mummuni, after a stakeholders’ meeting held at the Government House in Gusau.
In a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, the move was described as a necessary step taken in the interest of the state and supported by political stakeholders across Zamfara.
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According to the statement, Governor Lawal had remained committed to the PDP despite the ongoing leadership crisis and had made several efforts to reconcile factions within the party.
However, attempts to achieve peace and unity reportedly failed, leading to prolonged legal battles.
The development followed a judgment by the Court of Appeal in Abuja, which dismissed an appeal filed by the PDP challenging an earlier ruling of the Federal High Court.
The earlier judgment had restrained the Independent National Electoral Commission from recognising the outcome of the party’s national convention held in Ibadan, Oyo State.
The governor was said to have informed political stakeholders during a series of meetings that he would make a final decision about his political future after the appellate court delivered its ruling.
Following the judgment, Lawal concluded that joining the APC would better position him to continue what he described as the “Zamfara Rescue and Rebuild Mission.”
His defection marks a significant shift in the political landscape of Zamfara State and could influence political alignments ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has handed a significant setback to Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, dismissing his appeal challenging a Federal High Court ruling that questioned his eligibility to contest the upcoming governorship election.
A three-member panel delivered a unanimous judgment on Monday, affirming that the trial court acted correctly when it allowed Dr Akindele Egbuwalo, the plaintiff, to amend his originating summons.
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Justice Uchechukwu Onyemenam, who read the lead judgment, said the governor failed to show that the High Court’s decision caused any miscarriage of justice or denied him a fair hearing.
The appeal was therefore dismissed for lacking merit, and the court awarded ₦2 million in costs against Aiyedatiwa.
The ruling reinforces the November 24, 2025, Federal High Court decision in Akure, which granted Egbuwalo permission to challenge Aiyedatiwa’s eligibility for re-election.
Earlier, the Court of Appeal also rejected an application by Aiyedatiwa to set aside a January 27, 2026, order staying proceedings in the case before the Federal High Court.
The appellate court clarified that the stay was a lawful exercise of its jurisdiction aimed at protecting the integrity of the proceedings.
The panel further emphasized that attempting to overturn its own order would be akin to sitting on appeal over its own decision.
The governor’s remaining option, the court noted, is to challenge the ruling at the Supreme Court. Another ₦2 million in costs was awarded against Aiyedatiwa.
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