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AAC congratulates Oyo retirees on payment of gratuity, pension
Governorship Candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), in Oyo State, Engr Akinwale Laosun on Wednesday congratulated the retired primary school teachers and local government workers on the ‘divine intervention’ that led to the release of the part payment of the pension and gratuity.
Laosun also commiserated with the umbrella body of retired teachers in primary schools as well as local government workers retirees on the loss of their members who had died in the struggle to ensure they get their entitlements from government while alive.
While wondering the rationale behind the payment of the money by the APC led government few days to the governorship and house of assembly elections, Laosun noted that the pressures, pleas and persuasions of the senior citizens had over the years fell on the deaf ears of the present administration, alleging that it is the true nature of the APC led government to punish and traumatize those who had labored and served the state since their youthful days.
He urged the people not to fall for the antics of the government who suddenly turned ‘good’ just to deceive the people to forcibly retain power in the coming election, adding that the people are indeed wiser and know better.
According to the AAC chieftain, Laosun, who spoke through his Akinwale Omololu Laosun Campaign Organisation (AOL), prompt payment of salaries, pension and gratuity is core to his vision goal for Oyo State workers having noticed that all political administration that had ruled the state since the present political dispensation shares in common, tactics and schemes aimed at pauperising and tormenting people, just for them to retain power.
“Payment of gratuity, pensions and such other workers entitlements happens to be one of the promises we have made to the retired primary school teachers and other workers generally. As much as it is a welcome development, I wonder why it took the government, ALGON and the committee so long to come to this decision.
“Is this a ploy by the current government to lure and cajole the retirees and pensioners who have been depressed and oppressed by the current administration in voting for them come Saturday, March 9?
“All together, my stand remains that when I am voted in as the next Executive Governor of Oyo State, I will make sure that no worker is owed any salary and that all gratuities and pensioners arrears are cleared within the first year of office.
“Finally, we have had sixteen years of PDP and APC government in our state that have maltreated those who have served the State with their strength and unfortunately have been oppressed by the same government they served when they in turn need to be supported.
“This is an opportunity to decide how we want to spend the next 4 years of our lives, and it is certainly obvious that the two parties who have administered the state resources over the last sixteen years have failed the workers and the residents of the State.
“My advice to all registered voters this Saturday, March 9, 2019 is to vote a new party into government and I will conclude that AAC is the choice of the masses”, he said.
Over 300 constituents of Akinyele/Lagelu Federal Constituency in Oyo State benefitted from a skill acquisition and empowerment programme organized by their representative in the National Assembly, Hon. Akinmoyede Olafisoye.
The event, held at Faith Joe Event Centre, Alegongo, Akobo, Ibadan, aimed to address the challenges of unemployment and economic hardship by equipping participants with practical skills and financial support.
The programme focused on empowering youths, students, and unemployed graduates to become self-reliant. Each participant was provided with a certificate, a Point of Sale (POS) terminal, an umbrella, and ₦100,000 as a startup grant to kickstart their businesses.
The tools and financial aid were designed to enable beneficiaries to establish sustainable sources of income.
Participants received comprehensive training, gaining hands-on experience to ensure they could effectively utilize the tools provided. The POS machines were configured with the personal details of the recipients, ensuring proper use and discouraging unauthorized transfers.
Addressing the participants, Akinmoyede who is the Chairman House Committee on Nigeria/ Mexico Parliamentary Friendship enjoined the beneficiaries to explore the opportunity for their benefit by ensuring that they use the machines for the purpose it was meant for.
He added that all the machines have been configured with the documents of individual beneficiaries which will make it very difficult to transfer to another person.
In his goodwill message, the Oyo Central Senatorial chairman of APC, Hon. Joshua Oyebamiji said comparing what the lawmaker has been doing in the area of dishing out empowerment and palliatives to his constituents, it is difficult to tag him a first-timer at the national assembly.
While appreciating Akinmoyede for his gesture at the event, former APC Deputy State Chairman, Alhaji Isiaka Alimi, Hon. Fatai Awoyoola, and Hon. Akinbode Emmanuel said they were yet to discover the magic wand being used by the lawmaker for his constant and habitual empowerment programmes.
Some of the beneficiaries who spoke at the end of the training, Afolabi Kuburat, Akinropo Akindotun, Ajala Abisade Iyabo, and Grace Anuoluwapo Ayinde lauded the lawmaker for giving them the opportunity to be self-reliant at this time when Nigerians are facing economic hardship.
The House of Representatives member representing Akinyele/Lagelu federal constituency Oyo State, Hon. Prince Akinmoyede Olafisoye Wasiu has initiated another skill acquisition and capacity-building training for no fewer than 300 members of his constituency.
The initiative which is being organized in partnership with Federal Cooperative College, Ibadan is part of a strategic effort by the lawmaker to foster rural development of cooperative for their economic emancipation and break the shackles of poverty so as to alleviate the impact of the high cost of living among the people in Akinyele/Lagelu federal constituency he represents.
The training programme is coming up on Monday 18th November, 2024 at Faith Joe Event Centre hall. Alegongo, Ibadan by 8.00am.
A statement issued by the Special Assistant on Media to the lawmaker, Alimi Abdullahi stated that the capacity-building is designed to equip participants with essential entrepreneurial skills with a view to building sustainable livelihoods and improve the quality of lives of the people of Akinyele/Lagelu federal constituency.
All the participants for the training are expected to be at the venue by 8am so as not to miss any part of the training.
Politics
#OndoDecides2024: Rep Oseni Hails Aiyedatiwa’s Victory, Commends Residents for Peaceful Polls
The Chairman of the House Committee on Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA) and lawmaker representing Ibarapa East/Ido Federal Constituency of Oyo State, Engr. Aderemi Oseni has congratulated Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa on his victory in the recently concluded Ondo State gubernatorial election.
Aiyedatiwa, the incumbent governor of the Sunshine State, was declared the winner of the election on Sunday at 2:30 pm. He defeated his closest rival, Ajayi Agboola of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), in a landslide victory.
In a statement issued on Sunday by his media aide, Idowu Ayodele, Oseni described Aiyedatiwa’s triumph as a testament to his resilience, grassroots connection, and unwavering dedication to the development of Ondo State.
He praised the electorate for reaffirming their trust in visionary leadership.
“I extend my heartfelt congratulations to my dear brother, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on this historic victory. Your emergence reflects the confidence and hope the people have in your ability to deliver purposeful and transformative leadership,” Oseni remarked.
The lawmaker commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), security agencies, and other stakeholders for their pivotal roles in ensuring a transparent and credible election.
He also applauded the people of Ondo State for their active participation and peaceful conduct during the polls, which bolstered the election’s credibility.
Oseni expressed optimism that Aiyedatiwa’s administration will usher in renewed development, unity, and prosperity for the state.
“As you prepare to assume office, I urge all stakeholders and citizens of Ondo State to lend their support to your administration. Together, you can advance progress and strengthen the democratic foundations for a better Ondo State,” he stated.
He further expressed confidence that Aiyedatiwa’s second term will be characterized by impactful governance and innovative policies that will advance the state’s growth and enhance the welfare of its people.
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