Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has signed three major bills into law aimed at strengthening the state technology ecosystem, power sector, and real estate industry.
Adeleke signed the bills into law at the Banquet Hall, Governor’s House on Thursday during the maiden edition of the Osun Tech Hangout.
Governor Adeleke noted that his administration has matched infrastructural development with aggressive expansion of the digital economy, environmental sustainability, and energy diversification.
He disclosed that Osun is rapidly emerging as a hub for investment, innovation, and opportunity.
According to him, “Our administration is not only building roads and bridges; we are delivering on Tech innovation and digital economy empowerment. We are opening up the electricity sector to investment and consumer satisfaction. Osun under our watch is becoming a leader in environmental sustainability, tech innovation and energy diversification.
“Our government prioritised digital applications in governance. We have streamlined business processes through the Osun Investment Portal, the 45-day C of O application initiative, and a harmonized and digitised annual tax billing system. We are expanding digital access through Imole free Wi-Fi.
“I have approved the 20-hectare Osun Digital City for startups and digital enterprises. The goal is to develop innovation parks and digital hubs.
“These improvements are making government operations faster and more responsive. Osun One, a one-stop shop for all government processes, is transforming service delivery. Security has been strengthened through the 293 AI-powered emergency center, Safe City Initiative, and Security Trust Fund.
‘I am proud to announce the Osun Tech Festival which will be held between February 19–20th, 2026. It will showcase our youth’s creativity, connect local innovators with global partners, and position Osun as a leading destination for technology and enterprise.
“For the energy sector, we are expanding the energy mix to liberalize access to power. Our renewable energy drive is on course. We have finalised the legal framework for the energy sector. This will open the sector to private investment and also provide a platform for the regulation of the energy sector.
“I have signed into law the Osun State Electricity Market bill. This is a landmark step towards subnational management and expansion of the power sector. The Ministry of Energy is directed to set up an implementation mechanism as quickly as possible.
“A similar legal framework has been provided for the empowerment of Tech entrepreneurs within Osun state. Today, I signed into law the Nigerian Start up Act which domesticates the national law. Osun joins one or two other states that have domesticated the law. The implementation will commence in earnest.
“In the recent past, I have also signed into law the bill for the regulation of the real estate sector in the state,” he said.
In his keynote speech, Special Adviser to the governor on innovation, science, technology and digital economy, Hon. Azeez Badmus said that targeted ICT training and skills development programs are preparing the next generation to succeed in a technology-driven economy.
He said, “Efforts to expand digital connectivity and create supportive innovation spaces are fostering collaboration, creativity, and growth across the state. Equipping our youth and future innovators is a priority.
“We are building an environment where startups and innovators can thrive.
They are supported with guidance, mentorship, and resources to succeed across Osun.
“I encourage you to engage openly, share insights, and explore ways to work together.
Your creativity, energy, and collaboration will shape the future of innovation in our state.”