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LG Elections: Why Lagelu APC Will Not Partake – Oyo Reps Member, Olafisoye
…Says Leaders, Stakeholders Unite On Decision
A member of the Federal House of Representatives representing Akinyele/Lagelu Federal Constituency at the National Assembly, Hon. Olafsoye Akinmoyede Wasiu on Saturday cleared the air on the insinuation that he was the brain behind the withdrawal of the Lagelu local government chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from participating in the forthcoming local government election, stressing that the decision was unanimously made by all the leaders and stakeholders in the council and communicated to the State Executive committee of the party.
Mega Icon Magazine recalled that the Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission (OYSIEC) had earlier fixed April 27, 2024, for the conduct of the local government election, and the major opposition party, APC had announced its readiness to fully participate in the said election.
However, some members of the party had alleged that the federal lawmaker, Hon. Olafisoye Akinmoyede better known as ‘Lafi’, single-handedly prevailed on the leaders of the party from fielding candidates for either the chairman or councilors across the 14 wards in Lagelu Local government area.
Reacting to the allegation, Lafi stated that he has no power to control or influence any member from exercising his right to contest for any election, adding that the decision was made by the leaders at a stakeholders meeting held at the party Chairman’s house on Monday, August 7, 2023, to discuss on the subject matter and in the best interest of the members of the party who are yet to recover from the financial losses they suffered during the last general election in the State.
In his words, “On the forthcoming local government elections, all the APC leaders in Lagelu local government held a stakeholders meeting and after due consultation with members, they came to the painful conclusion that our party in Lagelu will not field candidates for the election on the ground that the local government election has always been winner takes it all affairs with the ruling party taking it all.
‘In our wisdom, we considered it unworthy to allow members to spend their hard-earned money and other resources in an election where it is evident that the ruling party will clear everything across the 33 local government areas in the State.
“We also took into consideration the losses of individuals and all party members at large in the recently concluded general elections who are yet to recover from their respective losses should they decide to commit another resource in another election which is to be conducted by an electoral umpire put in place by the ruling party in the state.
“In my contribution at the said meeting, I drew the attention of the leaders to the fact that winner takes it all affairs during the local government election is not peculiar to Oyo State alone as it has been practiced by state governors in all the 36 states of the federation that the ruling party in control of government will clear all the local government council election I also cited the example of 2018 when the APC led administration under the late Abiola Ajimobi conducted and cleared all the 68 local government areas including local council development areas and 620 councilors.
“For the above-stated reasons, the leaders, party executives, ward chairmen, and other critical stakeholders unanimously agreed not to participate in the election that the outcome is already known will be won 100 percent by the ruling party no matter the efforts committed to it by the opposition parties.
“I now wonder why such a decision is being attributed to me alone, but I consider it as the handiwork of my traducers who are hell-bent on tarnishing my image for reasons best known to them”, the lawmaker submitted.
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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