A first time lawmaker, Adewale Egbedun, has emerged as the speaker of the Osun state house of assembly.
Egbedun who is 38-year-old, was elected unopposed after the 8th Assembly was inaugurated by the State Governor, Ademola Adeleke on Tuesday, 6th June.
He was nominated by Ibrahim Abiola of Irewole/Isokan constituency and seconded by Areoye Ebenezer from Atakumosa West and East constituency.
Another first timer, from Ife-North State Constituency, Akinyode Oyewusi emerged as the Deputy Speaker, while Kofoworola Adewumi from Ede-North, emerged as the majority leader.
Three returning lawmakers from the PDP, were not elected into any principal offices.
In the speaker inaugural speech, he said that he will focus on reviewing outdated legislation and sponsor new bills to introduce innovative ideas for the promotion of social sector of the economy.
– (VANGUARD)
