Osun Muslims Back Gov. Adeleke On Appointment Of Commissioners

The Muslim community in Osun State under the umbrella of the Osun State Muslim Community (OSMC) says Governor Ademola Adeleke has not marginalized Muslims in the appointment of cabinet members in his administration.

The OSMC rather applauded the Governor for maintaining balance in the appointments made so far.

The group in a statement by its president, Sheikh Mustapha Olayiwola as part of the one week event to mark the 1445 Hijrah Calendar advised that more Muslims should be involved in politics.

His words; “The Governor had first appointed his kitchen cabinet who are all Muslims. His Chief of Staff, the Secretary to the State Government and his Spokesperson are all Muslims and powerful members of the administration.

“Besides, appointment of commissioners is not an exclusive duty of the governor, so many factors are considered in reaching a conclusion, but so far, we believe the governor has done well and has not marginalized the Muslims in the state. Many appointments would still be done and more Muslims would be appointed.

“Our advise is that more Muslims should be involved in politics rather than staying away from it under the guise that it is a dirty game”.

Olayiwola also commended the move by the state government to conduct a staff audit but urged that Friday be excluded from the days for the exercise so civil servants can attend the Jumat prayers.