Obasanjo to Gov Adeleke: Don’t leave dancing but ensure you work

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo and Gov. Ademola Adeleke

Obasanjo to Gov Adeleke: Don’t leave dancing but ensure you work

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo says Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun is his dance partner.

Obasanjo made the remark at the inauguration of a VIP lodge in Osun Government House, on Sunday in Osogbo.

He, however, told Adeleke, who is usually referred to as the “dancing governor,” to focus on governing the state and do so with honesty and integrity.

“You remember that at one time I phoned you; I told you I didn’t have problems with your dancing. I said, ‘Don’t leave dancing, but as you are dancing, ensure you are working’.

“Some people once despised you as just a dancer, but I said only happy people dance; you are my dancing partner.

“You have to be honest with your conscience, with the people, and with your God.

“You have to be a man of character. Let people say ‘when he sees an opportunity to dance, he will dance, but he is a man of integrity, he is honest, and works hard. It is very important.