Osun Guber: Oyetola Left N15bn, Adeleke’s Claims Misleading – Oyebamiji

The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Osun state, Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO), has challenged the claims of Governor Ademola Adeleke administration regarding the financial position it inherited from the immediate past administration of Gboyega Oyetola.

Speaking at the Arise TV Town Hall Meeting held in Osun State, Oyebamiji fielded questions from journalists on his plans for the state and addressed several issues that have featured prominently in the campaign, particularly claims made by the incumbent administration about the state’s finances and inherited liabilities.

Oyebamiji maintained that the immediate past administration led by Oyetola left about N15 billion for the incoming administration, contrary to what he described as misleading claims being circulated by the Adeleke government.

He urged the people of Osun state not to be swayed by what he described as political narratives designed to create the impression that the current administration inherited an empty treasury.

According to AMBO, the resources available to the present administration are significantly greater than what previous administrations had access to, particularly as a result of increased federal allocations following major economic reforms introduced by the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

He argued that despite the increased financial resources available to the state, little on the ground justifies the level of funding that has accrued to the government.

“As at today in Osun, 97 per cent of resources go to just two local governments. That is an aberration; actually, it is criminal. In 12 years of APC, Aregbesola and Oyetola, Osun got only N450 billion. In three and a half years of Adeleke, they have collected N650 billion. How does N650 billion match what we see in Osun today?”

“The resources available to the present administration in Osun have never been available to any governor of this state in this manner. But when you look around Osun today, there is nothing that commensurates with the level of resources available to the government,” Oyebamiji said.

The APC candidate also commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for taking what he described as bold and courageous decisions to remove the fuel subsidy and reform the nation’s economy.

He noted that the reforms, despite the initial challenges they created, have substantially increased resources available to the three tiers of government, including Osun State.

Oyebamiji said the increased resources should translate into meaningful development, improved infrastructure, better social services and economic opportunities for the people.

He promised that, if elected governor, his administration would ensure that the resources of Osun State are deployed transparently, responsibly and equitably for the benefit of all citizens.

Oyebamiji further pledged to prioritise accountability, prudent financial management, economic expansion and inclusive development, insisting that the people of Osun deserve a government that converts public resources into tangible improvements in their daily lives.

He said his administration would focus on building an Osun economy where young people have opportunities, businesses can thrive, workers are properly supported and communities across the state receive equitable attention.