The Deputy Minority Leader of the Senate, Lere Oyewumi, PhD, has sent a congratulatory message to the people of Osun State on the 33rd anniversary of its creation. He recalled the selfless and long-suffering efforts of the state's founding fathers, which he said predated the nation’s independence and only came to fruition in 1991 with Osogbo as the state capital. “The people of the state have every reason to appreciate God for the journey, in spite of the challenges, tribulations, and ugly experiences that bedeviled the state in the past.
“We appreciate the founding fathers of our dear state for their foresight and commitment in ensuring we became a state 33 years ago. The resilience, support, and cooperation of our people have been quite rewarding in our journey to have traveled this far and achieved this much, with more hope for prosperity.” “Although we had faced some daring challenges that threatened our existence as a state.
Sen Oyewumi thanked the people for supporting the government’s policies and programs for a better Osun State. He assured that the Imole government would continue to invest in infrastructure, education, healthcare delivery, agriculture, wealth creation and employment, commerce, water, sanitation, and the environment, among others, to fast-track development in the state. He enjoined the people to promote peaceful coexistence, urging that political, cultural, and religious differences should not be allowed to create hate and setbacks in the collective drive and onerous task of building a prosperous Osun.
“God continue to protect our state, guide us to serve the people better, and bless our people with good health, abundant wealth, and a prosperous future,” Sen Oyewumi prayed.
Signed:
Media Unit,
Office of the Deputy Minority Leader of the Senate