A prominent traditional ruler in Osun State, the Akire of Ikire-Ile in Ola-Oluwa Local Government Area of the state, Oba Abdulazeez Olatunbosun Adebamiji has lauded the state Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke over his giant strides in the state in less than 100 days in office.
Speaking at the maiden edition of Osun Talent Discovery Show, a programme held in recognition of Governor Adeleke’s 100 days in offfice, Oba Olatunbosun acknowledged the developmental projects executed by the government of Adeleke within the short time in office.
He said “I am not here to make a very long speech, because we all gather here to celebrate the Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Adeleke particularly in recognition of the remarkable achievements commemorating his 100 days in office.”
While commending the organizers of the event, Oba Olatunbosun stated that “this is a conglomerate of wonderful youths who think of what they can do for their country, rather than what their country will do for them.”
“Making the best of your talents is the key to greater accomplishment. What ideas do you have that is unique? What ideas do you have that can sell? Don’t say it is impossible. Nothing is impossible. It depends on you,” he stated.
Also he advised that “you need to have self-discipline – it means everything in life. If you don’t have self-discipline, you are not in control of your life. Keep your pleasure in check now. For instance, don’t go and impregnate a lady when you are not ready for marriage and start a family.”
Speaking further, the monarch said “In addition, beware of little expenses – softdrinks to you and your girlfriends, cigarettes, snickers, nice face caps, colourful wristwatch, designer shirts, parties from time to time, bottle water when it is the same company that produces the sachet water.
“Don’t spend money like you have arrived when indeed you have not. Invest those little money, and before you know it, something great will come out of it,” he added.
On the strides of Governor Adeleke since his assumption of office, the monarch said “Adeleke is your senior colleague and a very good Ambassador. No wonder he’s getting this kind of support from the youths. He can dance and as well perform both in the other room and in governance. Find below the highlighted projects of Governor Adeleke in 100 days”
He highlighted the Governor’s achievements to include payment of arrears of half salary of civil servants, construction of Osogbo -Ikirun -Kwara State boundary roada among others .
