Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has assured citizens that the lingering issues surrounding the recruitment of teachers into the state’s education sector will soon be laid to rest. Speaking during a recent policy briefing in Osogbo, Adeleke emphasized his administration’s commitment to transparency, merit-based selection, and the urgent need to fill critical vacancies in public schools.
"We hear you, and we’re acting," the governor said, addressing concerns from education stakeholders and frustrated applicants across the state. “Our children deserve qualified teachers, and our youths deserve fair employment opportunities. The bottlenecks will be resolved — very soon.”
For months, aspiring teachers and education advocates have expressed concern over delays in the recruitment process. Many cite a backlog of applications, inconsistent communication, and confusion over qualification requirements. Adeleke acknowledged these challenges, stating that the state is reviewing the process to eliminate errors and ensure a sustainable framework moving forward.
“We’re not just hiring to fill gaps,” he said. “We’re building a future-ready education system.”
Governor Adeleke noted that his administration inherited a flawed system that needed more than a quick fix. From ghost worker audits to verification of qualifications, the recruitment delay, he explained, was part of a broader cleanup designed to restore integrity and efficiency to Osun’s civil service.
“We cannot repeat past mistakes,” he stressed. “This time, recruitment will be based strictly on merit and need—not politics or favoritism.”
Teachers’ unions, educationists, and parent groups have welcomed the governor’s comments, but many remain watchful. “We’ve heard promises before,” said one union representative. “What matters now is action—and we’re hopeful this time will be different.”
Others praised Adeleke’s transparency and the consultative tone of his administration. “It’s refreshing to see a governor engaging stakeholders openly and not brushing off the concerns of educators,” a community school principal added.
Governor Adeleke concluded with a call for patience and cooperation, assuring residents that the recruitment process would resume once key reforms are finalized. He hinted at the introduction of digital application systems, standardized testing, and better onboarding programs for new teachers.
“We want to get it right—not just fast,” he said. “Education is too important to rush. But rest assured: help is on the way.”
