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2023: Ido residents back Oyo APC Reps candidate, Oseni as youth campaign directorate stages bike rally

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4 years ago

January 22, 2023

The House of Representatives ambition of Engr Aderemi Oseni for 2023 received a major boost last Friday as residents of Ido Local Government Area of Oyo state threw their weight behind the All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Representatives candidate for Ibarapa East/Ido federal constituency.

They gave this assurance when the Oyo APC Youth and Students Directorate in partnership with Engr Oseni, was in the council area for a special bike rally. The residents, who voluntarily joined the rally, also expressed confidence that Oseni will emerge victorious in the election billed for February 25.

Vehicular and human traffic was brought to a standstill for hours as the party nominee for Ibarapa East /Ido federal constituency, Engr Oseni, the state APC Youth leader, Mr John Aremu, the secretary for the Directorate, Comrade Adegbola Oluwaseun and the Deputy Director (Oyo North), Mr Ponle Omidiji led the youths in a peaceful and well-coordinated bike rally.

The APC Youth and Students’ Directorate promised to rescue Oyo State from what they described as Governor Seyi Makinde’s recklessness.

The special bike rally started from WAEC Junction Ijokodo from where it moved to Apete, Awotan, Agbaje, Ologuneru, BCJA and other areas within the Ido Local Government.

Earlier before the take-off of the ‘carnival-like rally’, the APC state Youth leader, John Aremu informed that the bike rally was just a test of acceptance for the party ahead of the 2023 general elections.

He said the Seyi Makinde -led PDP government can longer be trusted for adequate defence and protection of public interest, saying “we have to make way for a serious government come May 29 this year”.

Aremu urged the residents of Oyo state to endure the last few days of the “inept Makinde’s administration”, assuring them that succour is in the offing.

Also speaking, the secretary for the Directorate, Comrade Adegbola Oluwaseun, said the All Progressives Congress is the single biggest political party in Oyo state, noting that with the apparent failure of Makinde’s government, it is only a matter of time before the people communicate their rejection via the ballots.

Adegbola further described the present administration as a cosmetic, elitist and anti-poor government built on deceit and propaganda to protect personal interests.

“It is unthinkable that a Government at this dispensation will prioritize building garages over the welfare and common good of her people. Ido/Ibarapa East is a haven for the APC and with Remi Oseni, the future is good for the constituency.

“You cannot leave a virtuous man and run after a vain one. Remi Oseni, a candidate of our party has outshone the 8 years already by the PDP candidate”, he added.

He, therefore, encouraged the constituents not to despair as hope has finally arrived in Oseni.

In his remarks, the Deputy Director (Oyo North), Ponle Omidiji noted that the well-attended bike arcade demonstrated APC’s high acceptability level and hugely improved public rating.

He said the reception was so high that a lot of bystanders and voluntary riders had to join the movement.

“Activities were shut in Ido; Apete, Awotan and Ologuneru in particular for the duration of the rally. It was a huge stimulus for us”.

He hinted that in the coming days, the Directorate will also be going to other Federal legislative districts to replicate this rally before the Presidential and National Assembly election.

“We will roll out a calendar of activities as soon as practicable. We are poised to go stronger until victory is assured”, he said.

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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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4 days ago

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.

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Oyo APC: Makinde Would Have Sold Nigeria If He Were President

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1 week ago

August 5, 2026

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The Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress has launched a fresh attack on Governor Seyi Makinde, saying Nigeria was fortunate not to have elected him President in 2023, alleging that he would have “sold the country to interested buyers” for personal gain.

The opposition party made the claim while responding to Makinde’s recent criticism of President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms, which the governor reportedly described as ill-conceived during the unveiling of candidates of the Allied People’s Movement for the 2027 elections in Abeokuta, Ogun State, on Monday.

Makinde, who was represented at the event, also declared his determination to ensure that the APC is voted out of power in the 2027 general election.

Reacting in a statement issued on Wednesday, the Oyo APC, through its Publicity Secretary, Olawale Sadare, dismissed the governor’s remarks, insisting that no amount of criticism would persuade Nigerians to replace President Tinubu with Makinde.

The party said Tinubu’s record, experience and leadership credentials were far superior to those of the Oyo governor, adding that Makinde’s political ambition for the presidency stood little chance in 2027.

“The difference between President Bola Tinubu and Governor Seyi Makinde in terms of experience, reputation and results is like the distance between heaven and earth. No amount of warped criticism or shadow boxing will make Nigerians choose a failed governor over a performing President,” the statement read.

The APC further argued that although Tinubu’s economic reforms had attracted criticism in some quarters, they had also received commendation from international financial institutions and development partners, who, according to the party, acknowledged the administration’s efforts to stabilise Nigeria’s economy.

It also accused the Makinde administration of failing to translate increased federal allocations into meaningful development in Oyo State, alleging that the state had little to show in critical areas such as infrastructure, security and job creation.

The party further alleged that Makinde had transferred many of the state’s assets to private interests, claiming that if he had been President, he would have considered selling national assets as a solution to Nigeria’s economic challenges.

“As a matter of fact, Governor Makinde would have considered selling Nigeria as the best option if he had been President and faced with the challenges President Tinubu inherited in 2023. Nigerians will never make the mistake of entrusting him with the country’s mandate,” Sadare stated.

The APC maintained that President Tinubu remained focused on repositioning the country despite prevailing economic difficulties and expressed confidence that Nigerians would renew the party’s mandate in the 2027 general election.