EXECUTIVE, GOVERNOR
Osun State was created following series of pressure mounted on the federal military government over a long period of time by the founding fathers, most of whom are traditional rulers and community leaders.
Col. Ajiborisa pioneered the new State between August 1991 and January 1992, when an election was conducted under the zero party system which was introduced by then Military President Ibrahim Babangida. It was that election that saw the emergence of Alhaji Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke as the governor of the sate. As the first Executive Governor of the State
The name ‘’Osun’’ comes from a river that flows through the state. It is symbolic because it serves both spiritual and tourist purposes in the state. The river is worshipped annually by devotees. It is also a tourist spot as people from different parts of the country visit the Osun Groove in Osogbo. The river also provides water for irrigation for the agriculturally rich state.
The definition of the true African root, blessed with great climate control system, transparent governance, and rich in diverse cultural practices.
In 1991, Col Leo Segun Ajiborisha was the first Military Administrator of the State and he governed from Aug. 1991-Jan. 1992.
That early experience set the stage for creating fun. Get familiar with amazing places you can tour around Osun State Nigeria.
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State Government Secretariat Abeere, Osogbo, Osun State Nigeria
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