Politics
2023: Oyo APC Reps candidate, Oseni assures constituents of better days
Ahead of the 2023 general elections, the All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Representatives Candidate for Ibarapa East/Ido federal constituency, Engr Aderemi Oseni, has said that glorious dawn is ahead of the constituents.
Oseni gave the assurance during his meeting with communities in Ward 10 of Ido local government area of Oyo state.
The renowned business magnate and clergy also renewed his commitment to credible, quality, purposeful and effective representation.
Meanwhile, Oseni, in his new year message, made available to newsmen on Monday, by the Director, Media and Publicity of his campaign council, Idowu Ayodele, assured his constituents that he would not fail in his responsibilities towards impacting positively their lives, pledging an all-inclusive leadership by carrying everyone along.
Quoting from the Holy Bible, the APC chieftain said weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning, encouraging the constituents that there is no sorrow without its alloy of joy as their hope for a better representation is in sight through his candidacy.
He noted that what the good people of Ibarapa East/ Ido federal constituents have experienced in the past eight years can be likened to the darkness caused by years of poor representation and bad leadership targeted at further impoverishing the constituents.
The APC candidate, who based on available records, has given a new lease of life to the constituents through capital projects and intervention programmes, which include the construction of bridges, cold room for meat and fish storage, distribution of transformers, electrification projects, provision of safe drinking water, youth empowerment, health and educational support, rehabilitation of rural roads, solar-powered streetlights, security intervention through the donation of motorcycles amongst others has equally assured his constituents of more developmental projects shortly after his victory.
He hinted that the focus would also be shifted to wealth creation through infrastructural development, quantitative education, vocational training, digital skills and impacting legislation to fast-track the required development of the constituency.
“To the glory of God and service to humanity, I have not only provided employment opportunities, and initiated programmes, but also provided infrastructures that have a direct bearing on the lives of the people of my constituency. We have a few weeks to the election, by God’s grace, shortly after my victory at the poll, which I am trusting God on and your votes, I will continue with the provisions of infrastructures across communities in Ibarapa East/Ido Federal constituency to uplift the standard of living of my people.
“I want to reassure the people of my constituency of better days ahead and a robust representation in the federal legislature”, the statement added.
Oseni, therefore, emphasised that there is no better time than now for the constituents to come together as one by supporting his liberation mandate, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu’s renewed hope crusade and other candidates of the All Progressives Congress (APC ) in the forthcoming poll through their votes to emerge together into the “glorious dawn” that lies ahead.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has called on Governor Seyi Makinde to resign immediately, alleging that his recent remarks on state security exposed incompetence and an inability to lead.
Governor Makinde, speaking during his acceptance speech as the Presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) in Ibadan on Saturday, lamented that he could do little to rescue abducted school children and residents in Oriire Local Government Area due to all security structures being under federal control.
Reacting, APC State Publicity Secretary, Olawale Sadare, described the governor’s comments as “the height of cluelessness, insincerity, and criminal ineptitude,” warning that such disclosures reflect a dangerous trend among parochial leaders.
Sadare said, “Engr. Seyi Makinde could not find any fault in the nation’s Constitution, yet he swore twice to protect lives and properties of Oyo people. He has long enjoyed the powers of his office, controlling resources and people without challenge, but now faces a serious test, exposing incompetence, cluelessness, and ego.”
He added, “Instead of addressing security challenges, Makinde is exploiting the situation to push a mirage he calls a presidential ambition in 2027. His insensitive comments once again reveal hypocrisy. It is time he quit the office of the governor, having admitted he lacks the capacity to secure the state.”
The APC also recalled that previous governors, including Alhaji Lam Adesina, Senator Rashidi Ladoja, Chief Adebayo Alao-Akala, and the late Sen. Abiola Ajimobi, operated under the same constitutional provisions without similar security failures. Sadare particularly praised Ajimobi for establishing a Security Trust Fund to ensure funding and stakeholder involvement in security, in contrast to the current administration.
“Makinde’s presidential ambition is dead on arrival. Our concern is the continued loss, deprivation, and mismanagement the people of Oyo may suffer in the remaining year of his tenure. The state deserves a team player, a sincere and humble governor — qualities Makinde has failed to demonstrate in seven years. He should apologise and step down,” Sadare concluded.
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on Saturday emerged as the presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) for the 2027 general election following the conclusion of the party’s presidential nomination process.
Makinde emerged through consensus and affirmation by party delegates during the exercise, in what party leaders described as a demonstration of unity and confidence in his leadership ahead of the next general elections.
The governor was presented with his Certificate of Return by the National Chairman of the APM, Alhaji Yusuf Dantali, during a ceremony held in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, amid cheers from party faithful, delegates and supporters drawn from different parts of the country.
Speaking during the presentation, Dantali said Makinde possesses the leadership qualities, administrative experience and vision required to steer the country towards sustainable growth and national development.
He urged party members across the federation to close ranks and intensify grassroots mobilisation to ensure victory for the party in the 2027 presidential election.
The APM national chairman maintained that the party remained committed to presenting Nigerians with what he described as a credible alternative capable of addressing the country’s economic, security and governance challenges.
According to him, the emergence of Makinde as the party’s flag bearer marked the beginning of a new political movement aimed at restoring hope and strengthening democratic governance in the country.
In his acceptance speech, Governor Makinde expressed appreciation to the leadership of the party and delegates for the confidence reposed in him, pledging to work with stakeholders across political, ethnic and religious divides to advance the party’s vision for national transformation.
The governor assured party supporters of his commitment to inclusive leadership, promising to prioritise policies that would improve economic prosperity, strengthen institutions and enhance the welfare of Nigerians if elected.
Five key members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State have been appointed to the party’s campaign committee for the 2026 governorship re-election of Governor Abiodun Oyebanji in Ekiti State.
The Oyo APC leaders on the list include the party’s governorship candidate, Sharafadeen Abiodun Alli, former Senate leader Teslim Folarin, Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare, Zacch Adedeji, and Remi Oseni.
The list, signed by the party’s National Secretary, Sen. Ajibola Basiru, reflects the APC’s strategy of deploying experienced political figures with strong grassroots networks to ensure a successful re-election campaign in Ekiti.
“These appointments recognise their political experience and commitment to advancing the party’s agenda,” the source within the party said.
The APC committee is expected to coordinate campaign activities, voter engagement, and messaging, positioning the party for a strong showing in the 2026 governorship election.
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