GOVERNOR ADELEKE CELEBRATES COS AKINLEYE, CALLS HIM ENGINE ROOM OF ADMINISTRATION.

OSOGBO – 10/10/2026 – osunstate.gov.ng

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, has celebrated his Chief of Staff, Alhaji Kazeem Kolapo Akinleye, on his birthday, describing him as the engine room of the administration and the class captain of the cabinet.

Governor Adeleke commended Alhaji Akinleye’s leadership acumen, political experience and exceptional loyalty, noting that his ability to coordinate people, manage competing interests and navigate difficult moments has remained valuable to the administration.

“Politics is not always a smooth ride. There are difficult moments, tough decisions, disagreements and seasons when the path ahead is uncertain. Alhaji Kazeem has stood with me through the ups and downs, and his loyalty has remained firm. He understands the struggle, the responsibility that comes with victory and the hard work required to sustain the trust of our people,” the Governor said.

He described the celebrant as a practical problem-solver who combines grassroots political understanding with the discipline and organisational skills required to keep the government’s machinery moving.

“Beyond the title of Chief of Staff, Kazeem is a dependable brother and a committed team player. I call him the class captain of my cabinet because he understands the importance of coordination, collective responsibility and keeping everyone focused on the task before us. His contribution to our journey, including the challenges we faced before attaining victory, is not lost on me,” Governor Adeleke added.

His Excellency wished Alhaji Akinleye good health, and many more prosperous years, urging him to remain committed to the service of Osun State and its people, ACCORDingly.

Signed:
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the State Governor.