From Lateef Dada, Osogbo
The spokesperson to Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun state, Olawale Rasheed, has described as ‘untrue,’ claims that the governor’s elder sister, Modupeola Adeleke-Sanni, was involved in the purchase of official vehicles for Local Government Caretaker Chairmen in the state.
He accused the opposition of attempting to drag ‘Yeye Dupe’ as popularly known into ‘what she knows nothing about.’
Rasheed explained that the vehicles were purchased through the association of the local government and due process was followed.
He said, “Let it be noted that the process involved in the purchase of the official vehicles for the local government Chairmen has nothing to do with Yeyeluwa. Due process was followed through the Association Local Government of Nigeria (ALGON), their umbrella body, in purchasing those vehicles. Yeyeluwa Adeleke-Sanni was not in any way involved in the entire process.
“Just recently, a reputable financial institution ‘ICAN’ accorded Osun State the topmost position as one of the best audit and financial compliance states. This administration is committed to due process, transparency, and upholding procurement laws.
“We call the attention of the public to the existence of the Freedom of Information Act, which allows citizens to seek information through a designated process. Peddlers of fake news are also reminded of the existence of cybercrime laws, which prohibit the fabrication and spreading of fake news, among others.
“Going forward, any defamatory or blackmailing attempt from any quarters will be treated with the right and deserving legal action. Relevant state law officers have been directed by Mr governor to bring to book those committing fake news and associated cyber crimes,” Rasheed said.