Osun State Government Reaffirms Confidence in Deputy Governor Amid Party Crisis

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The Osun State Government has expressed its full confidence in the Deputy Governor, Prince Kola Adewusi, despite a recent vote of no confidence passed on him by members of the party in Ife Federal Constituency. The government described the recent event as a family dispute being resolved by the party leadership, emphasizing that the Deputy Governor and other leaders involved are deeply loyal and committed stakeholders. The statement by the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Kolapo Alimi, highlighted the government's strong confidence in Prince Adewusi and his position as the second in command to the Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Osun State Government has reaffirmed its confidence in Deputy Governor Prince Kola Adewusi, despite a vote of no confidence by party members.
  • The government described the recent event as a family dispute being resolved by the party leadership, emphasizing the loyalty and commitment of the Deputy Governor and other leaders.
  • Prince Adewusi retains his position as Deputy Governor and strong and loyal party man, with his integrity and commitment to the present administration not in doubt.
  • The government commends the conflict resolution decisions taken by the state leadership of the party and appeal for calm and restraint.
  • The Osun State Government wishes to reaffirm its confidence in Prof. Wale Oladipo, retaining his position as a member of the Board of Trustees of the PDP from the state and Chairman of the Osun State University Governing Council.
  • The government is pleased to note that both the Deputy Governor and Professor Oladipo are in good working relationship with the State Governor and the PDP-led administration.

Statistics:

  • The vote of no confidence was passed by members of the PDP in Ife Federal Constituency.
  • The Deputy Governor, Prince Kola Adewusi, has been the subject of a vote of no confidence.
  • The Osun State Government has restated its confidence in Prince Adewusi, emphasizing his loyalty and commitment to the present administration.

Sources:

  • A statement by Kolapo Alimi, Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment of the Osun State Government, dated Wednesday.
  • Personal statements by the Commissioner for Education, Dipo Eluwole, and the Chairman of University Council, Prof. Wale Oladipo, Chieftains and members of the PDP on Monday.