Politics
EDITORIAL : Oyo APC, Not Too Late to Unite Part 2
AFTERMATH of the just concluded June 2 bye election in Ibarapa East state constituency, more facts was revealed on how the ruling All Progressives Congress, (APC) lost the election to the Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP).
An adage says, “if there is no crack in the wall, it is very difficult for lizard to enter”. This goes for some members of the ruling APC who then formed the APC Unity Forum who worked collectively for the downfall of APC in the recent Ibarapa East state constituency Bye election.
Although, without the support of APC Unity Forum, APC dominated four wards in Lanlate with an impressive votes compared to 2015 general election but that margin is not enough for Olukunle Adeyemo to succeed his elder brother’s seat, Hon. Michael Adeyemo as in the case of Senator Isiaka Adeleke and Chief Ademola Adeleke because members of Unity Forum voted for Accord Party, (AP).
With dashing away of APC votes to Accord Party (AP) candidate, this give room for the son of late philanthropist and Industrialist, Hon Adebo Ogundoyin.
The victory of Hon Adebo Ogundoyin was capitalized on division in APC which later turned to inter city votes.
Shortly after the election, it was gathered that members of the APC unity forum went round the city to celebrate the downfall of the party and rejoice with the PDP on its victory
Mega Icon Magazine was at the Town Hall meeting in Lanlate where the Ibarapa North East Local Council Development Area gaffer, Honourable Yinus Olanrewaju Olaosegba briefed APC members and people of the council area about the development in the progressive fold.
The meeting which had in attendance Chief Timothy Jolaoso Apostle Aderounmu, Community leaders, religious leaders and members of the APC also featured distribution of empowerment materials such as Motorcycles, Deep Freezers, Cooking Gas and Standing fans amongst others.
While addressing the people of Ibarapa North East LCDA, Hon Olaosegba who urged members of APC in the council area, also appreciated the people of Lanlate and its environs for their support given to APC in the recent local government poll and Ibarapa East state constituency Bye election.
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He explained that despite efforts by some people who have benefited from the APC government in the past, including the immediate Caretaker Chairman of Ibarapa North East LCDA aimed at destroying the structure of the party at the council area, assuring that the party will gradually overcome its challenges.
According to Olaosegba, “I enjoin members of APC to be more committed to the party, becareful of some people who have benefited from 7 years of Governor Abiola Ajimobi’s government and still condemned the present administration”.
The Council Boss after the concluded ward, local government and state congresses, personally had several meetings with aggrieved members with a view to settle the matter once and for all but reverse is the case.
Pa Timothy Jolaoso addressing APC faithful
Hon Olaosegba stressed that reconciliation efforts is going on and there is room for aggrieved members to come back to the progressive fold.
Also in there separate remarks, Chief Timothy Jolaoso, Apostle Aderounmu and other APC chieftains said since inception of politics in Nigeria Lanlate have been a strong hold of Progressive Party.
They pledged their support for Abiola Ajimobi led government, while calling on aggrieved members to be shift swords for the interest of peace and advancement of APC in Ibarapa North East LCDA.
The leaders also commended the Chairman, Ibarapa North East LDCA, Hon Olaosegba for his giant strides since his assumption into office.
House of Representatives member and Chairman of the House Committee on Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA), Engr. Aderemi Oseni, has fulfilled his pledge to support the welfare of the All Progressives Congress (APC) staff in Oyo State.
In a gesture highlighting his commitment, the lawmaker personally funded the salaries of staff at the APC’s Oke Ado Secretariat in Ibadan, reinforcing his dedication to the smooth operation of the party’s activities in the state.
Representing the Ibarapa East/Ido Federal Constituency, Oseni recently visited the secretariat, where he expressed gratitude to party leaders and members for their contributions.
As a further commitment to the smooth operation of the party’s activities, the lawmaker generously donated ten million naira (N10,000,000) as an allowance to enhance the secretariat’s functions.
In a statement released Wednesday by his media aide, Idowu Ayodele, and made available to journalists in Ibadan, the lawmaker extended appreciation to the secretariat staff, whom he described as the backbone of the party’s daily functions.
He lauded their dedication, noting their essential role in advancing the party’s goals.
“Leadership is about service, and service begins with supporting those who make the party function from within,” Oseni remarked.
“I am proud to honour this commitment to our staff, as they play a crucial role in making our political structures work effectively. This is my way of showing appreciation for their unwavering dedication”, he added.
Engr. Aderemi Oseni, representing Ibarapa East/Ido Federal Constituency of Oyo State in the House of Representatives, has paid tribute to former Senate Leader, Senator Teslim Folarin, on his 61st birthday, celebrating his decades of dedicated service and contributions to Oyo State and Nigeria at large.
In a statement issued on Wednesday by his media aide, Idowu Ayodele, in Ibadan, Oseni, who also serves as Chairman of the House Committee on Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA), lauded Folarin’s unwavering commitment to leadership and the well-being of the people.
Highlighting the All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial nominee in the 2023 elections for three terms in the Senate, the lawmaker noted that Folarin’s legacy of service continues to be a guiding light for emerging leaders and a source of inspiration for countless individuals across the state.
“Senator Folarin has built an admirable legacy through years of selfless public service, consistently advocating for progress and unity,” remarked Oseni.
Reflecting on Folarin’s role as the Ikolaba Olubadan of Ibadanland, the lawmaker commended his leadership approach, which has bridged divides, fostered coalitions, and promoted initiatives aimed at stabilising democracy.
“Senator Folarin’s career is an example of visionary leadership,” he added, “and his commitment to public service will leave a lasting legacy for generations to come.”
As Senator Folarin marks this milestone, Oseni extended warm wishes for his continued health and success, expressing hope that his exemplary life of service will keep inspiring positive change across the nation.
In a historic ruling, a Ugandan court on Friday sentenced former Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) commander Thomas Kwoyelo to 40 years in prison.
This landmark decision, marking the first time a member of the notorious LRA has faced trial for war crimes in a Ugandan court, follows the group’s brutal two-decade insurgency against the Ugandan government.
Kwoyelo, who was convicted in August on 44 counts of war crimes and crimes against humanity, faced charges including murder, rape, torture, pillaging, abduction, and the destruction of settlements for internally displaced people.
(FILES) Thomas Kwoyelo a commander of the Lord’s Resistance Army rebellion blamed for brutal civilian murders during a 20-year war in the north of the country is brought into a courthouse in the northern Ugandan town of Gulu on July 25, 2011. – A Ugandan court on October 25, 2024 sentenced former Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) commander Thomas Kwoyelo to 40 years in prison after a landmark war crimes trial over his role in the group’s two-decade reign of terror. The sentence against Kwoyelo, who was convicted on 44 counts of crimes against humanity in August, was announced by Michael Elubu, the lead judge in the case at the court in the northern city of Gulu. (Photo by MICHELE SIBOLINI / AFP)
Michael Elubu, lead judge of the case at the International Crimes Division (ICD) of Uganda’s High Court, delivered the sentence in the northern city of Gulu, underscoring a rare moment of accountability in the decades-long history of the LRA’s violence.
Judge Elubu stated that Kwoyelo retains the right to appeal both his conviction and sentence within 14 days.
Kwoyelo, who was abducted by the LRA at the age of 12 and later rose to a low-level command position within the organization, denied all charges brought against him.
(FILES) Suspected LRA (Lords Resistance Army) member Thomas Kwoyelo is pictured during a pre-trial session at the High Court in Kampala on Februay 1, 2017. – A Ugandan court on October 25, 2024 sentenced former Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) commander Thomas Kwoyelo to 40 years in prison after a landmark war crimes trial over his role in the group’s two-decade reign of terror. The sentence against Kwoyelo, who was convicted on 44 counts of crimes against humanity in August, was announced by Michael Elubu, the lead judge in the case at the court in the northern city of Gulu. (Photo by GAEL GRILHOT / AFP)
The Lord’s Resistance Army, founded by Joseph Kony in the 1980s, sought to establish a regime based on the Ten Commandments. Under Kony’s leadership, the group unleashed widespread terror across Uganda and neighboring regions, resulting in over 100,000 deaths and the abduction of 60,000 children.
The violence eventually spread to Sudan, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), and the Central African Republic.
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