A former governor of old Oyo State, Dr. Omololu Olunloyo, says he is elated by the performance of the Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke since he assumed office.
The elder statesman, who stated this on Sunday when he received Adeleke at his residence in Ibadan, said despite the fact that Osun State is difficult to govern, the governor has changed the narrative.
The Spokesman to the Governor, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, in a statement issued Sunday, said Olunloyo described Adeleke as a man of destiny who was underrated by his political opponents.
He said: “Your performance as a Governor elates me. Osun is a difficult state to govern but you have changed the narrative. You are doing many wonderful things and I can see Osun people are happy with you. Keep it up
“My prayer for you is that you will lead Osun to new greater heights. You will overcome all obstacles on your path of governance. You will continue to shine as a leader of your people. The good Lord will uphold and protect you.
“You are from a family of excellent people. Your father , Senator Adeleke. Your brother, my own Serubawon, Senator and former Governor. Thank you for keeping the flag flying.”
Olunloyo said in spite of the fact that Adeleke was underrated, he shocked everyone.
He added: “How did you do it? How did you achieve that feat? You are a man the whole world underrated. They were in shock. Only very few people believe you can pull it off. Tell me the secrets.
“You cleared all the legislative seats, all House of Representatives, all senate seats and the State assembly. You took the world by surprise. Wonderful man you are.”
The elder statesman who was surrounded by family members and friends also lauded Adeleke for his wonderful performance since he assumed office.
Speaking, the Governor told the elder statesman that he was in Oyo state for a function, and decided to pay homage to the elder statesman.
“I came to pay homage to you, our political father and to seek your prayers…,” he said.