Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has demanded the immediate release of over N130 billion in statutory allocations allegedly withheld from the state's local governments. This follows his inauguration of elected chairmen and councillors on February 23, 2025. In a statewide broadcast on Monday, he addressed the illegal occupation of local areas.
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has demanded the immediate release of over N130 billion in statutory allocations allegedly withheld from the state's local governments. In a statewide broadcast on Monday, Adeleke, a former senator, described the funds as rightful allocations for the councils. He did not elaborate on the reasons for the withholding.
The issue arose after Adeleke inaugurated elected chairmen and councillors on February 23, 2025. Subsequent events involved allegations of illegal occupation in local areas. Adeleke argued that releasing the funds would enable the councils to function effectively. No response from the federal government was mentioned in the broadcast.
Osun State, located in southwestern Nigeria, has 30 local government areas. The withholding could impact essential services for residents. Adeleke has been working to ensure stability in local administration.
