Politics
2023: Your utterances can scuttle our chances in Ogo-Oluwa LG- Group berates Adedeji
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.
Leaders and stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo South Senatorial District have endorsed a member of the House of Representatives, Aderemi Oseni, as their consensus candidate for the 2027 senatorial election.
The endorsement was announced on Wednesday at a stakeholders’ meeting held at Alice Hall, Ibadan, with party leaders, stakeholders, local government chairmen and state executive members from the nine local government areas in attendance.
The councils represented at the meeting are Ibadan North, Ibadan North-East, Ibadan North-West, Ibadan South-East, Ibadan South-West, Ibarapa Central, Ibarapa East, Ibarapa North and Ido.
The stakeholders expressed satisfaction with Oseni’s aspiration, describing it as timely, credible and anchored on tested leadership and grassroots appeal.
Those present at the meeting included Chief Timothy Jolaoso (Ibarapa East); Alhaji Kamorudeen Ajisafe (Ido); Chief Abdulrauf Bello (Ido); Alhaji Muili Oluokun (Ibadan North-West); Alhaji Mufutau Adisa (Ibadan South-East); Alhaji Bello Oladeji (Ibadan North); Prince Gbade Lana (Ibadan North-East); Engr. Olatunji (Ibadan South-West); Comrade Wale Gbadamosi (Ibarapa North); and Alhaja Moji Adetona (Ibarapa Central).
Other party officials in attendance were the senatorial chairman, Alhaji Mojeed Adebayo; the secretary, Fatai Adesina; Welfare Officer, Sunday Babalola; Deputy Women Leader, Alhaja Fatimah Hassan; Auditor, Alhaja Tinu Adigun; Youth Leader, Lekan Adebayo; Ex-Officio member, Kola Amoo; Treasurer, Lateef Ajiboye; and Senatorial Youth Leader, Olalekan Olowe.
A chieftain of the party in Ibadan North Local Government, Hon. Shina Alabi, moved the motion for the lawmaker’s endorsement, which was seconded and unanimously adopted by the stakeholders.
Alabi said Oseni’s decision to abide by President Bola Tinubu’s directive to step down his governorship ambition for the senatorial race underscored his loyalty and commitment to party unity.
He said, “Hon. Oseni has demonstrated uncommon commitment to the welfare of the people. His leadership style is inclusive, responsive and development-driven. We are convinced that his emergence as the APC candidate for Oyo South Senatorial District will strengthen the party’s chances and guarantee effective representation.”
He also urged party members to remain united and rally behind credible aspirants with proven capacity and electoral value.
In his remarks, Hon. Aderemi Oseni said his decision to pursue the senatorial seat followed the presidential directives, noting that he accepted the decision in the interest of party cohesion, progress and stability. He recalled that he had earlier prepared for the Oyo South senatorial race in the 2023 general elections, having already purchased the nomination and expression of interest forms as part of an arrangement reached, before stepping down following appeals by party leaders.
The lawmaker, who chairs the House Committee on the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA), said the party must close ranks to reclaim political dominance in the senatorial district.
According to him, “There is a huge task ahead, especially with several House of Representatives seats in the district currently held by the opposition. We must work together, mobilise effectively and secure victory for our party and leader, President Bola Tinubu”.
Oseni thanked party leaders and stakeholders for the confidence reposed in him and assured them of his commitment to advancing the interests of Oyo South Senatorial District.
The meeting also had representatives from all nine local government areas, with about 10 leaders from each council in attendance.
The lawmaker representing Akinyele/Lagelu Federal Constituency of Oyo State, Olafisoye Akinmoyede, has denied allegations of violence at the All Progressives Congress (APC) state secretariat, describing claims that he assaulted a party member as false and politically motivated.
An online platform, IMPARTNEWSNETWORK, had alleged that Akinmoyede assaulted one Gafar Oyebade during a meeting convened by the state chairman of the party, Alake Adeyemo, to resolve issues surrounding the executive list of the APC in Lagelu Local Government Area.
However, Akinmoyede, in a statement on Tuesday, said the meeting was peaceful and attended by key members of the state executive, including the chairman, deputy chairman, and secretary, who witnessed the proceedings.
He clarified that contrary to Oyebade’s claim of being the party secretary, the official list presented by the state leadership recognised him as the Public Relations Officer.
According to the lawmaker, following the clarification, the state executive directed the Lagelu Local Government chairman, Fatai Awoyoola, to proceed with the swearing-in of other party officials.
Akinmoyede also faulted attempts to link the incident with the 2019 killing of a former federal lawmaker, noting that a court of competent jurisdiction had already ruled on the matter.
He said, “In Suit No. I/70c/2019, delivered by Justice Mufutau Adegbola on January 23, 2020, all those accused were discharged and acquitted.”
The lawmaker expressed concern over what he described as a deliberate attempt to mislead the public, alleging that Oyebade, a public school teacher under the Oyo State Government, should not be involved in partisan politics.
He described the allegation as a “recycled script” aimed at tarnishing his image ahead of political activities, urging constituents to remain calm.
Akinmoyede also called on journalists to verify information before publication and urged security agencies to take action against individuals who file false reports.
“These tactics surface every election cycle. Those behind them should learn to accept the outcomes of political processes. They failed before and will fail again. Power comes from God,” he added.
The lawmaker representing Akinyele/Lagelu Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Olafisoye Akinmoyede, has denied allegations of assault levelled against him by a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagelu Local Government Area, Mr. Gafar Oyebade.
Akinmoyede described the allegation as “false” and “a lie taken too far,” insisting that no physical altercation occurred.
The denial was contained in a statement issued on Monday by his Legislative Aide, Dr. Isiaq Akintunde.
Oyebade had alleged that he was hospitalised following a confrontation during a meeting held at the office of the state party chairman in Oke-Ado, Ibadan, convened to resolve a leadership dispute in the local government.
But the federal lawmaker maintained that the meeting was peaceful and attended by top party officials.
“The meeting was convened to clarify Mr. Oyebade’s position within the local executive, and it was attended by the State Party Chairman, his deputy, the secretary, the publicity secretary, and other key state executives, all of whom witnessed the peaceful proceedings,” the statement read.
He added that contrary to Oyebade’s claim of being the party secretary, the official list presented by the Lagelu Local Government Party Chairman, Hon. Fatai Awoyoola, identified him as the Public Relations Officer.
According to Akinmoyede, the state executive thereafter directed Awoyoola to proceed with the swearing-in of the remaining members of the local government executive.
The lawmaker accused Oyebade of fabricating the allegation to advance political interests.
“I wonder why Mr. Gafar Oyebade, a secondary school teacher, would claim he was assaulted in the presence of the State Executive. This is an attempt to justify money allegedly collected from an aspirant to tarnish my image,” he said.
Akinmoyede further claimed that Oyebade was seen walking freely after the meeting and was not hospitalised as alleged.
He also raised concerns over Oyebade’s involvement in partisan politics, noting that civil servants are restricted from active participation in political activities.
The lawmaker called on security agencies and the media to investigate the incident at the party’s Oke-Ado office to ascertain the veracity of the claims.
Efforts to reach Oyebade for comments were unsuccessful as of the time of filing this report.
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