Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has issued a directive barring high-ranking officials in his administration from embarking on foreign trips for the remainder of the year 2023. This significant decision was unveiled during a meeting of the State Executive Council on Monday, October 23.

Governor Adeleke, at 63 years of age, emphasized the importance of public servants making personal sacrifices in light of the state's challenging financial circumstances. He urged government officials to explore the possibility of virtual meetings as an alternative for participating in international business and investment engagements.

The governor asserted, "Foreign trips for senior officials are hereby suspended for the remainder of the year, unless there is a genuine emergency situation that requires my authorization."

The meeting held on Monday was primarily focused on critical treasury board determinations that would impact the preparation of the 2024 budget. Deliberations revolved around budget proposals from various ministries, departments, and agencies, in anticipation of the submission of the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework to the State's House of Assembly.

Governor Adeleke underscored the importance of diligence in the entire process, stressing that the government should allocate funds exclusively for the execution of essential projects across the state. He emphasized, "We must maintain our commitment to efficient service delivery by avoiding unnecessary expenditures on recurrent and overhead costs."

In addition to these measures, the governor announced his intention to reveal a substantial ₦100 billion infrastructure plan for his administration on Thursday, October 26. This comprehensive plan encompasses critical sectors such as roads, healthcare, water supply, housing, and various other key areas aimed at improving the quality of life for the state's residents.