Oyewo Rejoices with Citizens as Osun Clocks 29

The Deputy Chairman House Committee on Water Resources, Hon. Olubukola Oyewo (Bukoy) has felicitated with the government and people of Osun State on the occasion of the State’s 29th anniversary.

While acknowledging the developmental strides of the successive governments in the state up to the present government of Gov.  Adegboyega Oyetola, he commended their efforts in making the State a cynosure of all eyes.

This was contained in a press statement released by his media office and made available to newsmen in Osogbo on Thursday. 

The lawmaker who represents Irepodun/Olorunda/Orolu/Osogbo Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives said: “There are usually reasons to celebrate occasions such as this, because it provides an auspicious opportunity for a sober reflection on the growth and development of Osun from inception, spanning almost three decades of her existence. It is glaring that the state has witnessed laudable development under various leaderships, beginning from the regime of Col. Leo Segun Ajiborisa (Rtd) up to the present dispensation of Gov. Adegboyega Oyetola

“We cannot but continue to expand the frontiers of development, with the collective resolve of all of us. I am confident and very enthusiastic about the present government's  plan to make Osun an enviable economic hub by the time she is 30 in 2021″.

Osun as a state was created on the 27th day of August 1991 by the military regime of  General Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida, among some eight others. And it has so far been governed by four different military administrators and Five civilian governors, including the present Gov. Oyetola

The lawmaker identified with all classes of Osun State people in his congratulatory message and charged them to keep having faith in the ability of the State to truly prosper.

He said: “For myself and my family, and on behalf of my entire constituents, I congratulate the government and the good people of Osun on this occasion of the 29th anniversary of our beloved state.

“I also felicitate with those who fought for the creation of the State, the entire citizens and residents. Osun is ours, and we must not let her degenerate. We shall continue to witness peace, unity, progress and prosperity in the State.”

Ataoja Passes Vote of Confidence on Bukoy

The Ataoja of Osogbo, Oba Jimoh Olanipekun Oyetunji, Larooye II has passed a vote of confidence on the member representing Irepodun/ Olorunda/ Orolu/ Osogbo Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Olubukola Oyewo on the quality delivery of project.

The respected monarch made the assertion known on Friday while on an inspection tour to the road construction facilitated by the lawmaker, Hon. Oyewo in Iludun Community, Osogbo

Oba Jimoh Olanipekun Oyetunji said he was elated on the level and the speed of work on the road, that if completed would not only ease the stress the residents go through on daily basis but also would improve the economic and social life of the resident.

While appreciating the lawmaker, Oba Oyetunji commended Hon. Oyewo for the job well-done, and the kind-heartedness he displayed by citing the project in the community. 

He said, "I am grateful on behalf of the resident of this community, and I am sure you will not rest on the effort to make life meaningful and enjoyable for your entire constituents.

"Rest assured that with this level of strength and commitment that you've demonstrated, it is evident that your re-election is non-negotiable. You've displayed iconic traits which are undoubtedly rare. I want to commend you and encourage you to keep the flag flying".

Eid-Kabir: "Imbibe the Spirit of Selflessness, Love, Piety", Bukoy Charges Muslim Faithfuls

The Deputy Chairman, House Committee on Water Resources, Hon. Olubukola Oyewo, has felicitated with Muslims in the State and in the country at large as they join other faithfuls around the world to celebrate this year’s Eid-el-Kabir.

In his goodwill message, Oyewo urged the Muslim Ummah and Nigerians generally to imbibe the lessons of dedication and obedience to higher authority as demonstrated in Prophet Ibrahim’s preparedness to sacrifice his son in obedience to the instructions of Allah.

Oyewo who stressed the need for Nigerians to continue to make sacrifices that are necessary for nation-building urged the Muslim faithfuls to endure the inconveniences occasioned by the COVID-19 pandemic which has considerably reduced the pomp associated with the celebration of the Eid-el- Kabir festival globally.

The lawmaker, however, charged them to continue to pray and be optimistic that a lasting solution would be found for the pandemic through divine intervention.

He also counseled the Muslim Ummah to always uphold the lessons of love, loyalty, and sacrifice which are the hallmark of the Eid-el-Kabir celebration, saying that the festival offers the opportunity for sober reflection and spiritual renewal which Allah demands from the faithful.

He advised the Muslim faithful and adherents of other faiths to continue to live in peace with one another and to always demonstrate love and understanding towards one another in the quest for a greater and more prosperous Nigeria.

He said, “I extend warm greetings to the Muslim faithfuls as they celebrate Eid-el-Kabir festival. Eid-el-Kabir is an occasion to celebrate the love of God. It is a season of charity, making peace and celebration of our common heritage as God’s creatures.

“Although we are constrained in celebrating this year’s festival, we must not forget to reach out to the poor and the needy among us in line with God’s injunction to be our brother’s keeper.

I wish the good people of  Osun State the joy, peace, and blessings of the season”, he said.

Osun Festival: "Be Modest in Celebration", Oyewo Charges Osun Worshippers, Congratulates Ataoja

The Member representing Irepodun/Olorunda/Orolu/Osogbo Federal Constituency in the Green Chambers in Abuja, Hon. Olubukola Oyewo (Bukoy) has Congratulated the Ataoja of Osogbo, HRM Oba. Jimoh Olanipekun Larooye(III), the Chiefs and the People of Osogbo on the occasion of this year’s Osun Osogbo World Festival which commences this week.

Oyewo made this known via a statement made available to newsmen today in Osogbo.

He stated that the significance of the yearly festival to the socio-economic lives of Osogbo people can not be over-emphazised as it has a rich cultural background. He went on; “Congratulations to all the people of Osogbo and Osun deities on this annual celebration of Osun Osogbo Festival, which attracts adherents and admirers from all over the world. I wish the people of Osogbo success, wealth, and good relationships over the coming years.

“The spirit of the Osun Osogbo Festival is to make us get together, and it’s also a good time to relax and get some energy for the future endeavors. May the Osun Osogbo Fedtival bring you all prosperity, good fortune, and lots of happy moments. As always, Osun Osogbo helps traders, artisans and market women to generate more revenue during the festival with the presence of visitors from all over the world to witness the festival at the center of which is a world heritage site approved by the UNESCO. 

"However, this year's celebration is understandably scaled down to minimize the mass gatherings and banters which characterize the occasion in normal times. This is attributable to the current global realities of the Covid-19 pandemic. I urge you all to be modest in Celebration and keep to terms with the Government regulations in curtailing the spread of the virus”.

“I strongly hope that this year's Osun Osogbo Festival will surely open up new horizons and make the dearest wishes of the people of Osogbo, Federal Constituency, Osun Central, State of Osun and Nigeria at large realizable”. He said

“Once again, congratulations to our monarch, the people of Osogbo and Osogbo federal constituency”.