…Says governor searching for low-cost political reputation
The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has criticised the latest staff’ appreciation rally held in assist of Governor Ademola Adeleke, questioning its objective and dismissing it as a publicity stunt.
The rally, organised by Osun State staff below the umbrella of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), was held to understand the governor’s approval of a brand new minimal wage of ₦75,558.24 for staff and ₦25,000 for pensioners.
Talking throughout the occasion on Monday, Governor Adeleke declared himself a “Speak and Do Governor,” reiterating his dedication to fulfilling his marketing campaign guarantees, with staff’ welfare as a prime precedence.
In an announcement issued by its Director of Media and Info, Mr Kola Olabisi, the APC accused Governor Adeleke of looking for “low-cost political reputation” by the rally.
The celebration criticised the administration for allegedly sponsoring the occasion, claiming it lacked authenticity as no employee had but obtained the promised minimal wage.
Olabisi described the rally as “a superfluous theatrical present” and questioned why the appreciation didn’t originate immediately from the employees. He stated:
“It’s absurd that the state authorities below Governor Adeleke would stoop to sponsoring a civil servants’ rally, all within the title of asserting a minimal wage that has not but been applied.
That is nothing however an try and fraudulently curry non-existent political reputation.”
The APC additionally raised considerations about different unresolved points within the state, together with the alleged encroachment on the Ido-Osun Airport land by Adeleke Secondary School, a property linked to the governor’s household.
The appreciation rally, held on the Authorities Secretariat in Osogbo, attracted a big turnout of staff who sang and danced whereas awaiting Governor Adeleke’s arrival.
“We’re right here in the present day to indicate appreciation for the kindness of Governor Ademola Adeleke in approving a minimal wage of ₦75,558.24.
We, as staff, pledge to make sure high quality service supply for the good thing about Osun State.”
In his speech, Governor Adeleke reaffirmed his dedication to staff’ welfare, stating, “They name me the Speak and Do Governor. Throughout my marketing campaign, I made staff’ happiness my precedence. It’s a sin for somebody to work and never receives a commission. Even with restricted sources, I’ll proceed to prioritise your welfare.”
The governor additionally hinted at plans to enhance the state’s Internally Generated Income (IGR), promising that these efforts would profit the workforce.
The APC, nonetheless, accused Governor Adeleke of neglecting urgent points reminiscent of resolving the Ido-Osun Airport relocation disaster and addressing allegations of favouritism within the extension of the Head of Service’s tenure.
The celebration argued that the rally was a distraction from these essential issues, warning:
“If Governor Adeleke thinks this sycophantic rally will earn him political leverage past 2026, he’s losing his time and daydreaming.”
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