Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, and the Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi, have advocated for the participation of youths in the governance of the state.

They disclosed this at the book launch of Barrister Bukola Onifade, Special Adviser to the State Governor on Boundary Matters, on Tuesday.

Speaking, Oba Akanbi said, “We have seen an honourable in the North from the House of Representatives who is young but has relinquished the position to young leaders. That is what we want.”

“Please involve the youths. The youths have been experienced to handling the affairs of the state,” he added.
Similarly, Governor Ademola Adeleke, who was represented by Olusoji Ajeigbe, expressed his interest in the growing contribution of young professionals.

“I have followed with interest the growing contribution of young professionals like the author, who, through their work and example, inspire others to believe in possibilities,” he explained.

“Osun is proud to have in its fold vibrant minds who transform personal experiences into lessons of hope and strength for society,” he added.

The governor further emphasised the government’s commitment to promoting education.

“As a government, we are committed to promoting education, creativity, and personal development. We believe that when citizens tell their stories, they enrich our collective understanding of humanity and strengthen the moral fabric of society,” he concluded.

Appreciating the warm turnout of people who came to celebrate with him at the book launch, Onifade commended “the love and kindness of all and sundry.”