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2023: Ex-Oyo Assembly lawmaker, Olagunju seeks re-election, promises to reenact quality representation

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Hon Joshua Kolade Olagunju speaking at the event yesterday

Ace broadcaster and motivational speaker, Joshua Kolade Olagunju, on Wednesday, declared that he would seek re-election in the coming 2023 general elections to represent Akinyele constituency 1 seat in the Oyo State House of Assembly. 

The former lawmaker, who represented the constituency between 2011 and 2015, declared his interest at a meeting which had his immediate successor, Joshua Oyebamiji, who is now the senatorial chairman in Oyo central; Hammed Adigun, a former colleague from Akinyele 2; former chairman  Mukaila Abiola Ambali and more than 10 other aspirants in attendance.

Speaking at the event , Olagunju informed that he was contesting to come reenact the good things he did between 2011 and 2015.

He said, “I am happy to be in your midst today. I am a known person to you and many of you would recall the good things I did when I represented you. This time around, like I did when I first represented you, I will not be far from you. The masses will also benefit immensely from my experience and action plan.

“I am not the one to tell you that I did well when  I served you but the encomia I received months after leaving office bear witnesses to my performance. 

“The records are there. In terms of sponsorship of bills and moving of motions as well as contribution to debates on the floor of the house, I performed. I also did not fail to empower our people, especially the youth and women.

”Yes, people would say I am comfortable and so on. But someone like me can’t stay in comfort zone and pretend as if all is well. No. Who knows tomorrow. We have to be there; to set the pace for development, to sponsor bills and move motion of high importance. Our youth don’t have jobs. There is insecurity in the land. We have to assist government in coming up with workable solutions. I am not coming out to enrich person. But if we want a better society, all of us must participate in politics to give direction.

“So, our people should be rest assured that I am the best to represent them and bring the needed result. I have been tested and people are here to testify. The years I have spent outside office have afforded me opportunity of knowing what our people need most and I will start reeling them out when we get to campaign stage”, the ex-lawmaker added.

Reacting to the crisis rocking the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, Olagunju said, “It is normal for a big party to have crisis like this and immediately we get to primaries stages, everybody will stop all the media and war. We will reconcile ourselves and go on to win the 2023 election. Our people are waiting for APC administration,” he expressed optimism.

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Relief as Rep ‘Lafi’ Empowers 300 Constituents Through Skill Acquisition Programme

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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.

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Oyo: Olafisoye Facilitates Capacity-Building Training for 300 Constituents

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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.

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#OndoDecides2024: Rep Oseni Hails Aiyedatiwa’s Victory, Commends Residents for Peaceful Polls

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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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