Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has paid tribute to Ajadi Badmus, the Asiwaju of Osogboland, who passed away at 83.
Governor’s Condolence:
Adeleke described Badmus’ death as “an unfortunate development” and condoled the Ataoja of Osogbo in Council and the Osogbo community.
Badmus’ Legacy:
A renowned educationist, Badmus was hailed as:
– “An extraordinary lover of development”
– “A passionate agent of change”
– “A tireless mobilizer for the growth of the state capital and the state”
Key Contributions:
Badmus played a crucial role in initiating federal and state projects in Osun State.
Governor’s Promise:
Adeleke vowed to complete ongoing projects in Osogbo and pursue federal projects already planned.
“I regret that late Asiwaju didn’t witness the commissioning of Osogbo’s ultra-modern flyovers, which we planned together,” Adeleke said.
Community Impact:
Badmus advocated for Osogbo’s development, envisioning the state capital as a home for all Osun people.
The Osun State government will continue Badmus’ legacy, ensuring his dreams for the state’s growth are realized.
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