Politics
My Social Contracts With The People Of Oyo State – Adelabu
IT was a pleasant evening on Sunday at the Conference Hall of a local Radio Station in Ibadan, Fresh Fm when the Governorship Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Adebayo Adelabu like his late grandfather, the late sage, Alhaji Adegoke Adelabu shone like a thousand Star as he unveiled his covenant with the people of Oyo State.
The event which was put together by the Station to afford leading Governorship Candidates unveiled their programmes saw Chief Adelabu unleashing his agenda to the masses with uncommon candour and dexterity.
The nucleus of his programs centred freedoms for all, life more abundant. On Education, Chief Adelabu declared that from May 29, this year, all residents of the state of school age shall enjoyed free, functional and qualitatative education.
According to him, as a lover of the sector, his administration would provide well tailored educational system that would cater for both the formal and informal sector. He promised to provide necessary incentives to teachers and increase their emoluments from 5 to 10 percent and other perks.
The APC Chieftain further revealed that he has experimented this at Lagelu Grammar School, Ibadan, adding that this has tremendiously improved in the results of its students in WASC. He added that the Free Feeding School Program shall be sustained for the benefits of the younger ones.
On health care delivery, he assured that Primary Health Centres shall be established not more than 1 kilometre to each community while Sanitary Inspectors shall be recruited for cleaner and tidy envitonment. On the protracted Pensioners Crisis in the state which amounted to N42.3Billion, Chief Adelabu promised to engage in an understanding with them to design ways of paying off the arrears saying this would also incentified those on active service.
The APC Standard Bearer, Adelabu, also stated that few years to their disengagements from active service, the State Government would organise pre – retirement training in various vocations and entrepreneurship skills so that they can be making money even while out of service. The Party Torchbearer maintained that they would also enjoy free bus services, healthcare and subsidized housing scheme.
Explaining his previous roles in the affairs of the state, Chief Adelabu revealed that he was instrumental to the establishment of the Technical University and financial assistance to the state government, Chief Adelabu stated that he has over 600 workers in his employments which spanned through various businesses from real estate to farming and hospitality.
On what to expect in the first 100 days of his administration, Chief Adelabu disclosed that ‘Operation Light Up the City’ to provide Streetlights in the streets, ‘Operation Zero Pot Holes’ on the Roads and Construction of Modern Health Centres shall be achieved .
On why he is the best nan for the job, Adelabu said as a First Class product with vast financial knowkedge and acumen from World rated financial institutions as well as enduring family legacy from Alhaji Adegoke Adelabu Penkelemess who was known for his uncommon love and affection to the downtroddens, assuring that he is very much ready to replicate his lofty ideas in the state from this year and beyond.
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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