Politics

Adeleke orders emergency repairs on Iwo-Osogbo road

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8 months ago

August 3, 2025

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Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has directed the immediate rehabilitation of the Iwo-Osogbo road.

The governor said the rehabilitation would target the road’s most deteriorated sections, pending full reconstruction.

This directive was announced in a statement issued by Olawale Rasheed, Adeleke’s spokesperson, on Saturday, after reports of worsening road conditions, especially during the ongoing rainy season, which have made several stretches of the road nearly impassable.

The governor, according to the statement instructed the Ministry of Works to swiftly intervene in the worst-hit parts to ease transportation for motorists.

“The road now has multiple gullies and in some places appears almost split into two,” the statement read.

The statement also disclosed that in compliance with the directive, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Works dispatched a team of engineers to assess the damage and formulate a targeted rehabilitation plan.

“The rehabilitation work on the worst portions of the road is set to commence on Tuesday as part of temporary measures before the full-scale reconstruction begins,” he said.

Adeleke disclosed that the procurement process for the road’s full reconstruction is nearing completion, assuring residents of his commitment to long-term repair.

“To accelerate delivery, we have decided to divide the existing contract into three lots and assign them to three companies, including the original contractor,” the governor stated.

He added that the project is expected to be completed in less than a year, once contractors are mobilised and works commence in full.

Ekwutosblog gathered that the road project was initially awarded during the twilight of the Adegboyega Oyetola administration with only a portion completed in line with funds released at the time.

Governor Adeleke who stressed the importance of adhering to proper procurement procedures, noted, “We are slow because we have a duty to strictly comply with due process and the procurement laws.

“Our people in Iwo, Ayedire, Olaoluwa, Ejigbo, Egbedore, and Ede local governments should be rest assured that this administration will break the jinx and complete the project,” he said.

Politics

“ADC is a Holy Party, Cannot be used to Scam Nigerians Again” – Hon Success Opara tells David Mark

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1 hour ago

April 11, 2026

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ADC Party in Turmoil: Hon Success Opara Slams Leadership, Warns Against Scamming Nigerians

Abuja, Nigeria – The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is facing internal strife as Hon Success Opara, a prominent party official, has warned against attempts to use the party to deceive Nigerians. Opara specifically criticized the leadership of David Mark, stating that the party cannot be used to scam citizens again.

“ADC holy Party cannot be used to scam Nigerians again,” Opara said, emphasizing that those forming coalitions are hindering the party’s growth and denying youths opportunities to thrive.

“Those who are forming coalition don’t want to give the youths the chance to strive in the party,” she added.

Opara’s statement highlights the deepening divisions within the ADC, with concerns over leadership and the party’s direction.

Politics

2027: Bala declares aspirants over 55 years disqualified in ADC

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5 hours ago

April 11, 2026

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The factional National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Nafiu Bala Gombe, has announced that the party under his leadership will bar individuals above the age of 55 from contesting for political positions.

Gombe made the disclosure during an interview with BBC Hausa, where he outlined a vision centred on generational change and greater youth participation in politics.

“The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is a party that belongs to all Nigerians. What we are doing now is to ensure the party moves forward properly.

“We have decided that we will give the youths a real chance. The time has come for young people to take the lead in politics.

“If you are over 55 years old, you are not going to contest for positions in the ADC under our leadership.

“We want to bring in fresh blood, new ideas, and energy from the youth. Nigeria’s future depends on the young generation.

“The old ways have not worked well for the country. We need to open the door wide for youths to participate fully as candidates, leaders, and decision-makers,” he said.

Politics

“Jail David Mark” as ADC’s Internal Crisis Deepens: Hon Success Opara Threatens Action Against David Mark

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5 hours ago

April 11, 2026

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Abuja, Nigeria – Tensions within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) reached a boiling point as Hon Success Opara, a high-ranking party official, warned that she would not hesitate to send former Senate President David Mark to jail if she were the judge handling the party’s internal litigation cases.

Opara’s statement comes in response to allegations that Mark and the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) failed to adhere to the ADC’s constitution.

“I’ll jail David Mark if I’m the Judge handling the ADC party internal litigation cases, citing how David Mark and the NEC were not able to adhere to what is written in the constitution of the ADC,” Opara said.

The internal strife has led to a flurry of court cases, with various factions vying for control of the party. Opara’s remarks underscore the deepening divisions within the ADC and raise questions about the party’s future.