Chief Programme Officer
October 15, 2023
We run a transparent and accountable Administration in line with the Prophet’s Teachings, Adeleke says at Maolid Nabiyy
OSOGBO– 15/10/2023– osunstate.gov.ng
The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke has stressed that his administration is a transparent and accountable one in line with Prophet Muhammad’s admonitions and teachings.
The Governor made this assertion at the annual Maolid Nabiyy celebrations hosted by The Islamic Foundation and Royal Qadiriyah Group of Sheikh Barr. Dr. Ridwanullah Olagunju, which was held on Saturday 14th October 2023 in Ede, Osun State, where he was represented by his Special Adviser on Legal Matters, Hon. Hashim Akintunde Abioye.
The occasion which was graced by the Chief Imam of Ilorin and Grand Imam of Kwara State Sheikh Muhammad al-Bashir bn Solih, also had in attendance eminent scholars, religious leaders and important personalities.
While delivering his address on behalf of Mr. Governor, Hon. Abioye emphasized that Maolid Nabiyy is beyond the rhetorics of funfair and merriment, but to ensure adherence to the teachings of the Holy Prophet in all our endeavours.
While congratulating the host in person of Sheikh Dr. Ridwanullah Ibrahim Olagunju of the Olagunju Royal Dynasty, Ede, Osun State, the Governor emphasized transparency and accountability in leadership.
In his words, “I congratulate Sheikh Dr. Ridwanullah Olagunju for successfully hosting this annual Maolid Nabiyy. The celebration means a lot to us in Osun State. For us, it is not about the Holy Prophet in person, but about the values that he represents.
“In commemorating the birth of the Holy Prophet, we are not to go overboard in funfair, but to reflect on his lessons and teachings.
“I have listened to several teachings of the Holy Prophet. The Prophet advocates transparency and accountability in leadership positions.”
Speaking further, the Governor noted, “Since my assumption of Office, I have dealt with the State’s resources in the most transparent and most accountable way. I have opened the financial book of the State for Osun to see, and through the recently launched Osun People Interface and Feedback program tagged IPADE IMOLE, I have disclosed the funds of the State and the way and manner those funds are being and are to be utilised.”
The Grand Imam of Kwara State Sheikh Muhammad al-Bashir offered prayers fervently for the Governor and the people of Osun State, beseeching Allah to continue to guide, and protect the Governor and his team, and to continue to direct him in the discharge of his responsibilities.
Signed:
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
The Spokesperson to the Osun State Governor
