Politics
Makinde ‘ll answer for his many crimes after May 29, says Oyo APC
Oyo state chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has stated that Governor Seyi Makinde would have many cases of corruption, perjury, and a crime against humanity to answer before the courts after leaving office on May 29, 2023 “since records of his atrocities are being kept and guarded jealously at different quarters at the moment”.
The opposition party has made some allegations against the PDP administration of Governor Makinde in recent times ranging from sponsorship of political violence, poor performance, misappropriation of state funds, and sponsorship of fake news among others, but all these have been denied by the governor and his party.
However, in another statement issued on Tuesday and made available to journalists in Ibadan by its Publicity Secretary, Olawale Sadare, Oyo APC described the Makinde administration as the worst thing that could happen to any state with an enviable record of good and purposeful leadership in the hands of honest, sincere and genuine personalities who have occupied the Agodi Government House between 1976 and 2019.
“We have had to cope with inflation of contract sums, capital flight, one-man show system of government, and ‘digital’ corruption since the present administration came on board in 2019 even as most residents were being fed with lies by sponsored propagandists. It is only in Oyo state that a loan request would be tied to a specific project and the same loan facility would be diverted as soon as it is released. A good example was the N7.6b loan secured in October 2019 to revamp Ido and Eruwa Farm Settlements but there is nothing to show for it up till now.
“Apart from several other loan facilities running into over N100b which the Makinde administration cannot account for, a fresh arrangement was made last week for a whopping sum of €50m (Fifty Million Euro) as loan facility from French government even without any clear explanation on what it would be used for and this suggests to the people that it is going to be business as usual. In the same period, local government council funds estimated to be over N500b have been misappropriated as only the payments made on salaries of workers can be traced.
“Recently, a memo emanated from the Commissioner of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs ordering the setting aside a sum of over N400m for a dubious Empowerment Program which no known member of the public benefitted from. Another fraud was recently recorded when Governor Makinde ordered the award of a 5km road contract in each of the 33 Local Government Areas but the whole of it was given to a single company which has been traced to the governor himself.
“Painful enough, Governor Makinde has just cleared all doubts concerning the operation of violent characters drawn from the team operating the Park Management System. With the killing spree which heralded the governor’s campaign tour of Igangan in Ibarapa North Local Government Area on Tuesday and the lies told by the media handlers of Engr. Makinde to cover up the atrocities of their killer squad, it is now obvious that the criminals have the support of the governor.
“With the brutal killings of some innocent citizens such as Ramon Azeez at Iwo Road, Ibadan in June 2021 and Ayomide Hammed (Ogbomoso in December 2021) as well as Matthew Ojebisi (Igangan in January 2023) among others too numerous to mention by the state-sponsored thugs, it is safe to conclude that Gov. Makinde has committed crimes against humanity and he should be ready to face the music after leaving office on May 29, 2023.” Oyo APC stated.
Politics
Relief as Rep ‘Lafi’ Empowers 300 Constituents Through Skill Acquisition Programme
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.
Politics
Oyo: Olafisoye Facilitates Capacity-Building Training for 300 Constituents
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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