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2023: Your utterances can scuttle our chances in Ogo-Oluwa LG- Group berates Adedeji

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October 13, 2022

A Group under the aegis of Ogo Oluwa Youth Alliance (OYA) has berated the Labour Party (LP) Candidate for Ogo Oluwa/Surulere Federal Constituency in the 2023 general elections, Mr Adedeji Adesoji Michael to stop heating the polity, expressing fear over what it described, as his desperate inordinate ambition to win the 2023 Federal House of Representatives election by all means, either by hook or by crook.

The group stated this while reacting to some statements made by Adedeji while featuring on a radio programme, “Agbo Oselu” on Parrot FM, Ogbomoso on Tuesday, where he made some weighty statements that could affect the chance of Ogo Oluwa Local government in producing the next representative of the Ogo Oluwa/Surulere joint federal constituency at the National Assembly in the 2023 general elections.

According to the statement signed on behalf of the group by its Coordinator, Oyewole Abraham and Secretary, Aremu Segun and made available to newsmen, “as concerned indigenous members of Ogo Oluwa Local government that are doing everything possible in promoting peace and stimulating political stability in this local government and by extension, Surulere local government, we have seen lots of common sense in calling Mr Adedeji Adesoji Michael to order at this point especially as it relates to his utterances at a radio interview programme he recently granted at Parrot FM, Ogbomoso.

“We noticed with dismay his media attacks on the personality of the candidate of another party in the person of Hon. Elder Abioye Mathew Adegboyega wherein he referred to him as a total stranger in Ogo-Oluwa and also linked him to the allegation of double nominations by two different political parties in Ogo Oluwa/Surulere federal constituency against him contrary to the INEC’s Electoral Act which forbids an individual to stand as a candidate for more than one political party. We found his vituperation not only uncivil and undemocratic but also very childish, unpatriotic and cliquish.

“It will be recalled that Hon. Abioye he was referring to as a stranger, had represented the Ogo Oluwa/Surulere State constituency for two consecutive terms at the Oyo State House of Assembly and is also one of our well-respected leaders and politicians that have paid their dues in Ogo Oluwa local government. Therefore, his attempt to embark on a smear campaign against Hon. Abioye’s status is nothing else but a deliberate act of moral aberration.

“What we were expecting from him was to clear the air on the allegation of double nominations which has become a subject of concern to all of us in Ogo Oluwa and other indigenes that are anxiously looking for the emergence of a candidate from this local as our next federal House of Representatives member but instead, he was attacking some personalities which we see as a ploy to divert the attention of the public from the real issue of double nominations levelled against him

What our constituency needs are a mature and experienced politician that must be produced by the Ogo – Oluwa local government area having been greatly marginalized since the advent of this present dispensation in 1999. The people of Ogo-Oluwa are not ignorant of the fact that 2023 is another opportunity which must be maximized since we are not second-class citizens in Ogo Oluwa/Surulere federal constituency area.

“We are a youth group with great advocacy for youth participation in politics but certainly not in an uncivil way and reckless manner he conducted himself during the interview programme.

“Our interest lies more in the fact of unravelling the truth behind every allegation and it is on this note that we challenge Adedeji Michael to involve the police to carry out a discreet investigation and institute legal action against the People’s Redemption Party (PRP) and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to ascertain the truth behind his name appearing on the INEC’s list for two different political parties. This is necessary if he thinks the allegation against him is false and to clear the public mess that the action might cause our local government in the forthcoming general elections.

“Failure to do this within the next seven days, our group shall otherwise take action against him by sensitizing the people that his action is detrimental and a ploy to scuttle the chances of Ogo Oluwa in producing the next federal House of Representatives member.

“We implore him not to see this as an attack on his personality but as a brotherly admonition. This is the right time to speak up against any threats that can further jeopardize our chances in Ogo Oluwa in 2023. We will not fold our arms and allow anything or any individual to destroy that chance”, the statement concluded.

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Osun 2026: Oyo APC Backs Oyebamiji, Urges Voters to Reject Adeleke

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August 13, 2026

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As attention shifts to Osun State ahead of Saturday’s governorship election, the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has urged voters to support its candidate, Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji, saying the state needs a change of leadership.

The Independent National Electoral Commission has fixed August 15, 2026, for the Osun governorship election. The contest is expected to be closely fought, with incumbent Governor Ademola Adeleke of the Accord Party seeking a second term and Oyebamiji flying the APC flag.

In a statement issued at the weekend and made available to journalists in Ibadan by its Publicity Secretary, Olawale Sadare, the Oyo APC said the need for quality leadership, effective representation and equitable distribution of resources informed its call for a change of government in the state.

The party alleged that Osun had suffered from poor leadership, nepotism and uneven development under the present administration.

“Regrettably, Osun and Oyo states fell into the wrong hands in 2022 and 2023 respectively, and the sad results of this development are evident in the key sectors of both states today,” the statement said.

The party further alleged that political and social divisions had deepened in Osun, while appointments and infrastructure were not being distributed fairly across communities.

It also criticised the relationship between the two states and other states in the South-West, attributing what it described as political differences to the situation.

The APC, however, said the forthcoming election provided Osun voters with an opportunity to change the direction of the state by electing Oyebamiji, whom it described as competent, intelligent and capable of uniting the people.

“Fortunately enough, the good people of Osun State have been offered another opportunity to get it right by electing a competent, intelligent and unifier as their new governor.

“Dr Bola Oyebamiji of the APC is the ideal man for the job and he will not disappoint if elected, as he is prepared to deliver on his electoral promises,” the party said.

The Oyo APC also urged voters to reject violence and what it described as brigandage, promising that an APC administration would prioritise peace, accountability and accelerated development in the state.

The statement came as the major contenders intensified their campaigns ahead of Saturday’s poll, with Oyebamiji, Adeleke and the African Democratic Congress candidate, Najeem Salam, among the leading contenders in the race.

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‎Oyo: Oseni Supports Gbagi/Ogunpa Traders With N50m, 5 Boreholes, 200 Solar Lights

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August 12, 2026

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The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for Oyo South Senatorial District, Hon. Aderemi Oseni, has supported traders at Gbagi/Ogunpa Market in Ibadan with a N50m grant, five boreholes and 200 solar-powered lights.

Oseni, who represents Ibarapa East/Ido Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, announced the interventions during an enlarged meeting with the leadership and members of 11 traders’ associations in the market on Tuesday.

According to the Chairman, House Committee on Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA), the N50m grant was to strengthen the traders’ businesses and helping them cope with the challenges affecting their businesses.

‎The lawmaker said the five boreholes would improve access to water in the market, while the 200 solar lights would enhance security and trading activities. He added that the lights were also part of his support for the traders’ ‘Light Up Ogunpa’ initiative.

Oseni urged the traders to support President Bola Tinubu and other APC candidates, saying the Federal Government’s economic reforms were aimed at addressing some of the challenges confronting the country.

He cited the removal of fuel subsidy, the establishment of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) and increased investment in infrastructure as some of the measures being implemented to redirect resources to areas with wider social and economic benefits.

“Some of these reforms have come with sacrifices, but we must also look at what they are intended to achieve. Resources that were tied down can now be deployed to infrastructure, education and other areas that directly affect the people,” Oseni said.

The APC chieftain also said the reforms in the foreign exchange market had addressed the previous multiple-rate system, adding that periods of relative stability showed that the measures were beginning to address some of the distortions in the system.

“We may not have reached where we want to be, but there have been changes. The foreign exchange market has been reformed, and now the benefits of these reforms are gradually reaching ordinary Nigerians,” he said.

The traders, represented by the leader of the Footwear Dealers Association of Oyo State, Elder Kolawole Alabi, and the President of the First Gbagi Ogunpa Joint Traders Association, Olaitan Adams, commended Oseni for the interventions.

They described the engagement as significant, saying it demonstrated that the lawmaker understood the challenges confronting traders and small business owners.

The traders pledged their support for Oseni, Tinubu and other APC candidates in the forthcoming elections.

Contained in a statement by his media aide, Idowu Ayodele, and made available to journalists, the lawmaker stressed that the intervention was part of his continued engagement with traders, artisans and other stakeholders across Oyo South.

‎The statement added that Oseni would continue to support initiatives capable of improving livelihoods and strengthening grassroots businesses, maintaining that effective representation must produce tangible benefits for the people.

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‎Rep Oseni Gives Ibadan Motor Parts Dealers N90m Support, Donates 100 Solar Lights

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August 8, 2026

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The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for Oyo South Senatorial District, Aderemi Oseni, has unveiled a N90 million support package for motor parts dealers at the Araromi Gate Market in Ibadan, Oyo State.

‎Oseni, who represents Ibarapa East/Ido Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, announced the intervention on Saturday during an engagement with traders at the market.
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‎The package comprises a N50 million interest-free revolving loan and a N40 million grant for traders operating in the four major sections of the market — car, lorry, tyre and iron.
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‎In addition to the financial support, Oseni donated 100 solar-powered streetlights to the market and pledged to take responsibility for the monthly salaries of the market’s Baale and chiefs.
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‎The lawmaker said the intervention was designed to strengthen the businesses of the traders and improve their contribution to the local economy.

He said, “The motor parts dealers are critical drivers of the local economy. We must continue to support them so that they can expand their businesses, improve their livelihoods and contribute more to the economy.”
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‎Oseni explained that the N50 million revolving loan would be provided without interest, while the N40 million grant would serve as an empowerment package for traders across the four sections of the market.
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‎He said the provision of solar-powered streetlights was also intended to improve security and extend the conducive environment for commercial activities within the market.
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‎The APC candidate further called on the traders to continue supporting the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying the Federal Government’s reforms were beginning to produce positive results.
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‎He also appealed for the support of the traders for APC candidates in the state, expressing confidence that the party would emerge victorious in the forthcoming elections.
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‎Earlier, the Chairman of Araromi Gate Market Motor Parts Dealers, Alhaji Ojo Azeez, commended Oseni for his contributions to the development of Ibarapa East/Ido Federal Constituency.
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‎Azeez said the traders had confidence in Oseni’s leadership and ability to fulfil his promises.
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‎“We believe in your achievements so far. By the grace of Almighty God, you shall defeat your opponents hands down,” he said.
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‎The chairmen of the four sections of the market also pledged their support for Oseni, President Tinubu and other APC candidates.
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‎The meeting was attended by the Baale of the market, Alhaji Raimi Ewebiyi, as well as leaders and representatives of the various groups and sections within the market.