June 12 remains Democracy Day - Aregbesola, Says May 29 is an offshoot of June 12

Governor of Osun, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, has described June 12, 1993 as the most suitable and proper day to mark democracy day in Nigeria.
Aregbesola, in his address marking the 23rd anniversary of June 12, said it was the date Nigerians freely expressed their choice on whom to be their leader and a day of unequivocal affirmation of the unity of the country by Nigerians across all divides.

He said Nigerians and lovers of democracy will remain committed to June 12 as a political watershed in the annals of the nation, saying May 29 only symbolises the day the military handed over the affairs of the country to a democratically elected government.

Banishing Poverty Remains Our Top Priority Says Aregbesola

The Governor of Osun, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, has reiterated his government’s determination to stamping out the scourge of poverty in the state.

Aregbesola also reaffirmed his administration’s resolve to ensure all-round development by creating wealth, empowering youths and generating employment through participatory agricultural engagement.
The Governor made the statement while addressing farmers during a meeting tagged “Abekoko”, at Alaye Village, Irewole Local Government Area of the state.

Aregbesola who described farmers as “kings” said his administration had come up with a life-changing policy that would continuously transform the lives of the rural dwellers.

Osun is best investment destination for the Chinese -Aregbesola

...As investors eye mining, agric.


The Governor of Osun, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola has reiterated his administration’s commitment to continuously improve the economy of the state by focusing on agriculture for self sufficiency of the state.

The Governor also stated that his government would not relent in its effort to harness all resources the state is endowed with for an enhanced economy.

He said these are the reasons why Osun remains the best destination for investors who might also coming in from China as a result of the recent trade investment agreement between Nigeria and China.

Aregbesola gave the assurance while addressing a gathering of business investors at a dinner party organised by the state Government in honour of Chinese investors at the Government House in Osogbo.