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Osun Ready For Transition To Agro-Industrial State
With the ongoing multi-sectoral infra upgrade and real sector policy frameworks currently being put in place, the Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has declared the state ready for transition to an agro-industrial society.
This was conveyed in a government house statement in Osogbo on Sunday.
It was gathered that Gov Adeleke made the remarks while updating industry captains and leading Nigerian businessmen at the 60th birthday of the wife of the former Senate President, Bukola Saraki yesterday in France.
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Gov Adeleke latched onto the occasion to drum support for the state’s industrial investment summit commencing this week at Osogbo told the dignitaries that his administration is focused on infrastructure upgrade as a strategy to ease the business environment and attract businesses into the state.
According to Gov Adeleke, the huge infra deficit he inherited from his predecessor was a strong disincentive to business and investors, both local and foreign, noting that his administration therefore decided to massively address that yawning gap to improve the economic fortunes of the state.
He narrated how his administration is constructing several kilometers of rural roads to achieve rural trade connectivity, the construction of inter – city roads to ease rural-urban linkage and the construction of dualised roads and flyovers bridges to ease congestion at major towns centers.
Gov Adeleke explained that the massive infra projects are also designed to deepen local and grassroots economy through the implementation of the state’s local content policy, noting that “we source materials and personnel locally to stop capital flight as was the case in the past.
“We are using local contractors; we are sourcing materials locally. By doing so, Osun money is staying in Osun. We are equally boosting the local economy.”
On developments within the real sectors of the economy, Gov Adeleke highlighted his plan to expand Osun economy through new attention to digital economy, announcing that Osun now has a world class ICT policy and a state’ tech innovation policy that are set for implementation.
“For the power sector, we now have a state electricity bill to create an electricity regulatory body, to regulate power generation and distribution. Like I said before, the state will take a leading role in power generation and distribution to back up our plan to become an agro-industrial economy.
“For the agricultural sector, we have launched our agric revolution with tractor and input distributions. Value addition through agro processing is a focus. We look towards an export oriented agricultural economy. We will soon commence the state agropreneurs initiative across all the local governments.
“For the sport sector, we are ready to unveil our landmark initiative, the creation of the Osun State Sport Commission to develop various games in the state. My deputy who supervises the sport sector is doing so well and has taken all necessary steps to ensure that the sport sector grows and that the state participates in the upcoming sport games.
“I also have good news for the creative industry sub-sector. Culture, tourism and entertainment are critical components of the creative industry. My government is implementing a robust actualisation plan. That sector has huge potential to employ thousands and to generate billions of naira. We are tapping into those opportunities.
“Our administration is also working on a diaspora housing project in each local government under a public private partnership arrangement. We are looking at affordable and sustainable housing projects for our people”, the Governor explained.
Shell has commended the recent reforms in the oil and gas industry as a right step in Nigeria’s aspiration to unlock more barrels of oil.
Delivering a goodwill message at the 44th annual International Conference and Exhibition of the Nigerian Association of Petroleum Explorationists (NAPE) in Lagos today, Executive Vice President and Country Chair, Shell Nigeria, Elohor Aiboni acknowledged the fiscal and regulatory incentives that have enhanced the competitiveness of Nigeria’s deepwater sector, strengthened investor confidence and reinforced her position as a destination for long-term energy investments.
“We look forward to deepening our partnership with NAPE, the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), government and industry stakeholders as we work together to unlock more barrels, grow reserves, attract investment, and deliver greater value for Nigeria,” she said.
The theme of the five-day conference is: “Unlocking More Barrels: Driving Reserves Growth through Exploration, Local Capabilities and Adaptive Technology,” with geoscientists and associated professionals from within and outside the country in attendance.
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Aiboni described the theme as “timely and relevant as our industry works to strengthen energy security, attract investment and unlock Nigeria’s vast resource potential.” She commended NAPE President Olajumoke Cecelia Ajayi and the leadership team “for bringing industry stakeholders together around these critical priorities and for fostering the collaboration needed to drive reserves growth and sustainable investment in Nigeria’s energy sector.”
Aiboni also commended the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) “for its unwavering focus on growing Nigeria’s hydrocarbon production and reserves and continued partnership with industry in creating an enabling environment for investment and growth.”
Earlier, the NAPE president had acknowledged Aiboni’s achievements as Managing Director of SNEPCo and wished her more milestones in her role as Executive Vice President and Country Chair, Shell Nigeria.
Shell is a principal sponsor of the 44th annual international conference and exhibition of NAPE and is mounting an exhibition on its operations in Nigeria. Aiboni led dignitaries on a visit to the stand, including, Special Adviser to the Presidency on Energy, Olu Verheijen.
Photo Caption: Cross-section of delegates and industry stakeholders at the Shell booth during the 44th Nigerian Association of Petroleum Explorationists (NAPE) Annual International Conference and Exhibition at Eko Hotel, Lagos.
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has warned motorists against driving against traffic, popularly known as one-way, cautioning that influential connections or calls from senior police officers and government officials will not shield offenders from prosecution.
The Command said the practice, particularly around road construction sites, diversion points and restricted routes, poses serious risks to lives and property.
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In a press statement issued on Monday, November 9, the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, said the Command was concerned about the increasing disregard for traffic regulations by motorists who deliberately drive against traffic, ignore road signs and bypass designated diversions to avoid congestion.
Adeh stressed that no individual, regardless of status, position or connections, would be exempted from the consequences of violating traffic regulations.
She disclosed that the Commissioner of Police, CP Ahmed Muhammad Sanusi, had directed the Command’s Motor Traffic Department (MOTOPOL) and all Divisional Traffic Officers (DTOs) to collaborate with the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and other relevant agencies to intensify enforcement operations.
According to the statement, the directive includes the arrest and immediate prosecution of motorists caught driving against traffic or disobeying lawful traffic instructions.
The Commissioner also warned police officers involved in the enforcement exercise against exploiting the operation to extort motorists, stressing that any officer found engaging in such misconduct would face disciplinary action in line with existing police rules and regulations.
The Command urged motorists to exercise patience, obey traffic signs and follow instructions from authorised traffic officers, noting that saving a few minutes through reckless driving was not worth the risk of losing lives or damaging property.
It also called on residents to remain security-conscious and report suspicious persons or activities to the nearest police station.
The Command provided the following emergency contact numbers for security-related reports: 08032003913 and 08061581938.
The Commissioner of Police, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command, CP Ahmed Muhammad Sanusi, has inspected security deployments at churches across the territory, urging officers to maintain professionalism and vigilance during religious activities.
The inspection was disclosed in a statement issued on Sunday by the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh.
Sanusi conducted the inspection on November 8, 2026, to assess the operational readiness of personnel deployed to worship centres and evaluate security arrangements for residents and worshippers.
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The exercise followed a similar inspection of mosques across the FCT on Friday, November 6, as the Command sustained efforts to strengthen security around religious centres.
During the visits, the police commissioner charged officers to remain professional and responsive in the discharge of their duties.
He also commended residents for their peaceful and orderly conduct following mosque and church services, noting that public cooperation remained essential to maintaining security and public order across the territory.
The commissioner urged residents to continue cooperating with the police and other law enforcement agencies, remain security-conscious and promptly report suspicious persons, movements or activities to the nearest police station.
He further encouraged residents to utilise the Command’s emergency lines, 08032003913 and 08061581938, to report security concerns.
Adeh said the Command’s Public Relations Office remained open and accessible to members of the public for enquiries, complaints, information and other security-related matters.
The FCT Police Command reiterated its commitment to protecting residents and worshippers and maintaining security across the Federal Capital Territory.
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