Politics
Oyo APC laments ex-governor’s death, says Ajimobi is irreplaceable
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo state has broken its silence over the Thursday announcement of the death of its leader and former governor, Senator Abiola Ajimobi, describing him as an active and results-driven player whose role could not be played by any other individual or group of individuals.
Authorities of the former ruling party was reacting two days after the news of the death of Ajimobi, the immediate past governor of Oyo state and Deputy National Chairman (South), was broken following his passage at a Lagos hospital on Thursday.
In a press statement issued by its State Chairman, Chief Akin Oke, Oyo APC lamented the death of Sen. Ajimobi who it referred to as a shining light which God had blessed the society with “and whose demise came at a time it was least expected as a result of many unfinished projects before him.
“We can only struggle a little to express our mind in response to the calamity which just befell the land. None of us in Oyo APC has anything comprehensive to describe the enormity of our grief as family associates, friends, admirers, co-loyalists of the APC and family members of His Excellency, Sen. Abiola Ajimobi.
“Ajimobi means so much to us as he played his part satisfactorily. He was in power as the Oyo state governor for an unprecedented two terms of eight years and he delivered good governance in all ramifications to the knowledge of the global community. He was able to change the face of politics to make it attract the best brains in the society as much as he succeeded a great deal in his restoration, transformation and repositioning efforts for the state.
“The preponderance of tributes and condolence messages from eminent personalities, institutions and governments across the world since Thursday is an eloquent testimony to the fact that our departed leader lived well and his beautiful memories would linger in the hearts of the people forever. May God Almighty grant him eternal rest and also uphold his wife and children as well as other members of his many families.” The statement read.
Meanwhile, the party’s state chairman also appealed to members of the public particularly APC faithful and admirers of Sen. Abiola Ajimobi to be mindful of the constraints and restrictions currently imposed by Coronavirus as plans were being perfected by the family to perform the necessary burial rites in Ibadan on Sunday.
“Honouring our departed leader at the time of his burial is desirable since he was a man of the people but the prevalent situation in the world due to Covid-19 pandemic would not allow gathering of mourners either in his Oluyole residence, Oja’ba family compound or anywhere else including our party Secretariat and offices. To this end, we urge everyone to take caution and await further directives”, Oke added.
The Senator representing Bayelsa West, Seriake Dickson, on Thursday announced his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), declaring that he had joined the newly registered Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).
Dickson, a former governor of Bayelsa State, made the announcement during a media briefing in Abuja, attributing his decision to what he described as irreconcilable differences within the PDP.
The lawmaker said the emergence of the NDC would strengthen Nigeria’s democratic system by providing a credible opposition platform.
According to him, the party recently received its certificate of registration from the Independent National Electoral Commission.
He said, “Last week INEC issued a certificate of registration and we now have the newest party in Nigeria known as the Nigeria Democratic Congress and our symbol is victory, the victory sign.
“So, my dear Nigerians, you now have a credible alternative opposition party known as the Nigeria Democratic Congress.”
Dickson noted that although the party’s registration took longer than expected, its eventual approval was a welcome development for the country’s democratic landscape.
“Yes, it is coming at this time. We would have wished it started some years or months back. We don’t control INEC and their processes; they delayed. We don’t also control the judiciary, but thank God it has finally arrived,” he said.
The senator also stressed that Nigeria’s democracy must not slide into a one-party system, insisting that political diversity remained vital for national stability.
“This nation cannot be a one-party state. Nigeria cannot be a one-party state. Nigeria is not designed to be a one-party state.
“We are a very diverse nation culturally, religiously and politically and that is the beauty of our country.
“So anyone or any party promoting one-party rule in Nigeria is mistaken. We build political parties and get involved in movements to access power for the good of the people, not for our personal benefit,” he added.
Meanwhile, the Independent National Electoral Commission recently announced the registration of two new political parties.
The parties are the Democratic Leadership Alliance and the Nigeria Democratic Congress, bringing the total number of registered political parties in Nigeria to 21.
The announcement was made by the INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, during the commission’s first quarterly consultative meeting with political party stakeholders for 2026.
According to him, the Democratic Leadership Alliance completed the required verification process, while the Nigeria Democratic Congress was registered in compliance with a Federal High Court order.
The Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA) and member representing Ibarapa East/Ido Federal Constituency, Hon. Aderemi Oseni, has congratulated the newly elected State Executive Committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State.
The party, at its state congress held on Tuesday at Liberty Stadium, Ibadan, elected a former Deputy Governor of the state, Moses Alake Adeyemo, as its new chairman alongside other state executive members.
Oseni, in a statement on Wednesday by his media aide, Idowu Ayodele, described Adeyemo’s emergence as well-deserved, noting that his experience and longstanding commitment to the party would further strengthen its structure in the state.
He said the peaceful conduct of the congress demonstrated the party’s commitment to internal democracy and progressive leadership.
The statement said, “I congratulate our newly elected State Chairman and leader, His Excellency, Moses Alake Adeyemo, and other members of the State Executive Committee on their emergence. This victory reflects the confidence reposed in them by party members across the state.”
Oseni further expressed confidence that the new leadership would reposition the party for greater cohesion and electoral success.
According to him, “This is a critical moment for our party in Oyo State. It calls for unity, reconciliation, and renewed commitment to the ideals that bind us together as progressives.”
The federal lawmaker assured the new executives of his support and cooperation in advancing the programmes of the party and strengthening its grassroots structures.
He urged party members to rally behind the new leadership to ensure stability and secure future victories for the APC in the state.
Politics
Ibarapa East Assembly Hopeful, Ramon Congratulates Ajiboye, Says Emergence Good for Oyo APC
An aspirant for the Ibarapa East State Constituency seat in the Oyo State House of Assembly, Engr. Yusuf Abiodun Ramon, on Tuesday congratulated Alhaji Lateef Akinsanya (Ajiboye) on his emergence as the State Treasurer of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State.
Akinsanya was elected at the party’s state congress held today, a development party faithful in Ibarapa East Local Government described as significant for the zone’s growing influence within the APC structure.
In a statement issued shortly after the announcement of the results, Ramon described Ajiboye’s victory as “well-deserved and timely.”
According to him, “Alhaji Lateef Akinsanya has remained steadfast, loyal and committed to the ideals of our great party. His emergence as State Treasurer is a clear affirmation of the trust and confidence members have in his integrity and administrative competence.”
Ramon noted that the election of a party stalwart from Ibarapa East into a critical financial office at the state level would further strengthen grassroots participation and unity within the APC.
“This is not just a personal victory for Ajiboye; it is a collective achievement for Ibarapa East. It reinforces our relevance in the progressive family and encourages broader inclusion in party administration,” he said.
The aspirant expressed confidence that the new treasurer would discharge his responsibilities with transparency, accountability and diligence in order to deepen internal democracy and institutional stability within the party.
He urged party leaders and members across Oyo State to close ranks in support of the newly elected executive members to ensure cohesion and effective management of party affairs ahead of future political engagements.
Ramon reaffirmed his commitment to the growth of the APC in Ibarapa East and Oyo State at large, stressing that sustained unity and responsible leadership remain essential to consolidating the party’s strength across the state.
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