Tenure Extension: Osun Group Slams ‘Baseless’ Attacks, Backs Gov Adeleke

Tenure Extension: Osun Group Slams ‘Baseless’ Attacks, Backs Gov Adeleke

The Osun Democratic Accountability Network has cautioned individuals and groups who are hellbent on distracting the state government to desist forthwith and allow the administration to continue delivering on its developmental projects for the overall benefit of the people of Osun State.

In a statement issued on Sunday by the group’s Convener, Comrade Saheed Oguntolu, the group addressed the extension of service of some senior government officials, describing the criticism as unnecessary, politically motivated, and misleading.

According to the statement, “This is not the first time the tenure of senior government officials has been extended. Governor Ademola Adeleke has acted within constitutional provisions and has not contravened any law.”

The group recalled that former Governor Rauf Aregbesola extended the tenure of several Permanent Secretaries, while former Governor Gboyega Oyetola also extended the tenure of the former Head of Service, without attracting public outrage or condemnation from the same groups now crying foul.

“Those who are now raising alarm maintained total silence when similar decisions were taken by previous administrations. The attempt to single out the current government and weaponize tenure extension for political mischief is dishonest, selective, and clearly aimed at misleading the public,” the statement added.

The group further pointed out the inconsistency at the national level, noting that Comrade Omoyele Sowore has repeatedly referred to Mr. Kayode Egbetokun as an ‘illegal IGP’ following the extension of his tenure by the President, while the Abuja Head of Service also benefitted from a similar extension under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration.

“If such extensions are acceptable at the federal level and under previous administrations, then the hysteria surrounding the Osun State Government’s decision raises serious questions about motive and sincerity. So, what exactly is the noise about Osun?” the group queried.

The Osun Democratic Accountability Network urged critics to be consistent, fair, and guided by facts, stressing that governance should not be reduced to selective outrage, double standards, or partisan attacks.

According to the group, “What the people of Osun desire is stability, continuity, and sustained development, not distractions engineered to score cheap political points or derail a government focused on service delivery.”

The statement concluded by reaffirming the group’s support for the Adeleke administration, encouraging the state government to remain focused on fulfilling its promises to the people of Osun.

“Ultimately, it is the people who will decide. Come August 8, the people of Osun will once again exercise their democratic right to determine who continues to lead them. Until then, the focus should remain on good governance, peace, and progress,” the statement concluded.