Osun Governor Accuses Oyetola, Seeks Tinubu's Intervention in Local Government Crisis

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has accused former Governor and current Minister of the Blue Economy, Gboyega Oyetola, of fueling a crisis in the local government system. Adeleke alleges that Oyetola is the main force behind the breakdown of local government administration in Osun State.

The controversy surrounds the tenure of local government chairmen, with Adeleke insisting that their term should end in 2025 as per APC guidelines. However, Oyetola's camp claims that the matter has been settled in court.

Adeleke accuses APC chairmen of refusing to vacate office despite court rulings and causing hardship to workers and residents. He questions why Oyetola proceeded with elections despite not meeting legal requirements.

Adeleke criticizes the denial of statutory allocations to local governments, leading to financial constraints and non-payment of salaries to workers.