Osun Assembly Passes Local Govt Areas Creation Amendment Bill

OSUN State Local Government Areas Creation and Administration Amendment Bill Number 6 has been passed into law by the state House of Assembly.

The bill was passed at the plenary after a motion moved by the Majority Leader of the House, Hon. Babajide Kofoworola and seconded by Hon. Rotimi Ogunrinade representing Ede North and Egbedore State Constituencies respectively, on Tuesday.

The Speaker of the parliament, Rt. Hon. Adewale Egbedun, in his remark, noted that the bill would be for a better society.

Egbedun disclosed that the bill would be forwarded to Governor Ademola Adeleke for assent.

Also, the Policy Thrust of Osun State Anti-Corruption Establishment Agency Bill 2023 was presented to the House by Hon. Lawrence Adeoti.

Adeoti, while noting that the bill would aid investigation of corruption cases, added that graft would be reduced in the society.

He said: “The bill, if passed into law, would enable the public to have trust in government and invite investors.

“The bill would encourage boldness and enhance a sense of belonging.”

Egbedun also described the bill as laudable, noting that lots of benefits would be achieved with its passage.

“Series of benefits will be attained if passed into law”, he stated.

Egbedun confirmed that the bill would enhance the public and society at large.