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Oyo lawmaker tasks youths, students on academic standard.

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July 15, 2017

The Parliamentary Caucus Leader of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon. Segun Ajanakun, has charged the youths and students in the state to be more dedicated to their academic pursuit in order to move ahead and record successes.

Receiving students who shone at a letter writing competition organised by Onelife Initiative for Human Development at the Assembly Complex, Agodi Secretariat, Ibadan, the lawmaker reiterated that there was no an alternative route to excellence but hard work and dedication.

The competition, which was organised by the New Bodija-based non-governmental organization, ‘Onelife Initiative’, with funding from Youthub Africa was to sensitize Oyo State residents on the implementation of the child rights law.

The competition involved letter writing to the Governor on what the kids desire to be done and what they would do if they were in power.

The students who did their schools and themselves proud in the competition were Asaolu Romoluwa from Grace Field Private School, Bodija who came first in the primary school category; Ajayi Eyitayo from Adesina College, Alagbayun came first in the secondary school category while Amori Oluwadarasimi from All Souls’ High School, Bodija was the first runner-up in the secondary school category.

The All Progressives Congress legislator said the award received by the pupils would serve as a motivation for others,urging them to continue shining in their academy.

The ranking parliamentarian charged youths and other students to borrow a leaf from their performance.

Stressing the essence of commitment to learning, he pointed out that those who learnt today would lead tomorrow.

Lauding Onelife Initiative for Human Development for the concept where Mr. Sola Fagoruai is the Programme Media Officer, Ajanaku remarked that it was an excellent idea, just as he urged the NGO to sustain the idea. The lawmaker, however appealed to other well-to-do in the society to emulate such baronial gesture.

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Oseni Hails Arapaja’s Public Service Record at 68

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November 10, 2026

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The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for Oyo South Senatorial District, Engr. Aderemi Oseni, has congratulated former Oyo State Deputy Governor, Ambassador Taofeek Arapaja, on his 68th birthday, describing his years in public office as a significant chapter in the political history of the state.

Oseni, in a statement issued on Tuesday by his Media Aide, Idowu Ayodele, acknowledged Arapaja’s contributions to public administration, legislative duties, governance and international diplomacy.

He said the birthday was an opportunity to reflect on a career that had taken the former deputy governor through different levels of public service and leadership.

“At 68, Ambassador Taofeek Arapaja has every reason to look back with gratitude on a journey that has taken him through different responsibilities in public service. His experience in local government administration, the National Assembly, the Oyo State Government and international diplomacy speaks to a life shaped by service and public responsibility,” he said.

The federal lawmaker noted that the value of leadership should not be measured solely by the offices occupied but by the impact made on people’s lives and the institutions strengthened for the benefit of future generations.

He added that Oyo State needed the wisdom of experienced leaders, stronger institutions and a collective commitment to development beyond political affiliations.

“Public service is a responsibility, not a personal entitlement. The enduring worth of any leader lies not simply in the offices occupied but in the positive difference made in the lives of the people. Our state needs the wisdom of experience, the strength of institutions and a shared commitment to development beyond political affiliations,” he added.

Oseni, who represents Ibarapa East/Ido Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives and chairs the House Committee on the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA), wished Arapaja good health, renewed strength and many more years of fulfilment.

He also prayed that God would continue to grant the former deputy governor the wisdom and grace to contribute to the progress of Oyo State and Nigeria.

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Ibadan Mogajis Back Oseni’s Senatorial Bid

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November 9, 2026

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The Ibadan family heads known as Mogajis have thrown their weight behind the 2027 senatorial ambition of the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for Oyo South, Hon. Aderemi Oseni, saying his support would be needed in the Senate to advance the agitation for the creation of Ibadan State.

‎The Mogajis made their position known when they received Oseni at the historic Olubadan Palace, Oja’ba, Ibadan, over the weekend.

‎They commended his contributions to the development of Ibadanland and said his experience, capacity and performance informed their decision to support his ambition.

‎This development was contained in a statement issued on Monday by the Head of the Remi Oseni Media Office (ROMO), Idowu Ayodele, and made available to journalists in Ibadan.

‎Speaking on behalf of the Mogajis, their president, Mogaji Asimiyu Adepoju Ariori, described Oseni as a friend of the masses who had made contributions to the lives of individuals and communities.

He said their decision was not based on party affiliation but on their assessment of Oseni’s character and record of service.

‎“Our support for Hon. Aderemi Oseni is not driven by party affiliation but by our conviction in his character, generosity and commitment to the development of our people.

‎“The struggle for the creation of Ibadan State requires credible voices and committed advocates in the National Assembly. We believe that having him in the Senate will give our aspiration the needed representation and legislative support,” Ariori said.

‎The President of the Mogajis recalled that Oseni was the first to support the Ile-Eke building project with a donation of ₦10 million. He added that the project was ready for commissioning.

‎Ariori also mentioned Oseni’s contributions to other initiatives aimed at promoting the social, cultural and economic development of Ibadanland.

He expressed the hope that Oseni’s election to the Senate in 2027 would provide an opportunity to give the agitation for Ibadan State greater attention at the National Assembly.

In his response, Hon. Aderemi Oseni, who currently represents Ibarapa East/Ido Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives and chairs the House Committee on the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA), thanked the Mogajis for their endorsement. He described them as an important part of Ibadan’s traditional institution and cultural heritage.

He said he appreciated the confidence they had expressed in him and would not take their support for granted.

“I do not take this confidence and endorsement for granted. The Mogajis represent an important institution in the history, culture and traditional administration of Ibadanland.

“If elected to the Senate, I will regard the mandate as a call to greater service and will work with critical stakeholders to advance the interests of Oyo South,” he said.

‎Oseni assured the people of the senatorial district that he would not let them down, pledging to provide purposeful and people-centred representation.

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2027: Makinde’s Successor Must Be Muslim, Aare Musulumi Declares

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November 6, 2026

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The Aare Musulumi of Yorubaland, Edo and Delta States, Alhaji Dahud Makanjuola Akinola, has insisted that Governor Seyi Makinde’s successor in 2027 should be a Muslim, throwing his weight behind the All Progressives Congress governorship candidate, Senator Sharafadeen Abiodun Alli.

Akinola said the governorship ticket should go to a popular Muslim candidate, citing an alleged understanding reached between Muslim and Christian leaders in Oyo State ahead of the 2023 governorship election.

He stated this on Thursday at a special empowerment programme organised by the Asiwaju Musulumi of Oyo State, Alhaji Mutiu Oladejo Azeez Onimalu, at his residence in Egbeda, Ibadan.

According to him, the understanding was that Muslim and Christian leaders would support Makinde’s second-term ambition in 2023, with the expectation that a popular Muslim candidate acceptable to both religious groups would receive their backing in 2027.

The Islamic leader described Alli’s emergence as the APC governorship candidate as divinely ordained, claiming that the senator had secured the support of Muslims and Christians across the state.

He urged residents to rally behind Alli, expressing confidence that those involved in the reported agreement would honour their commitment.

Akinola also commended Onimalu for his contributions to the growth of Islam and his philanthropic activities, noting that his humanitarian efforts had continued to make a positive impact on the lives of the people.

In his welcome address, Onimalu disclosed that his foundation planned to empower at least 10,000 people, particularly unemployed graduates and widows, to cushion the effects of the prevailing economic hardship.

He said the initiative was designed to make beneficiaries financially independent and reduce their dependence on relatives and acquaintances for survival.

The Asiwaju Musulumi also declared support for Alli’s governorship ambition, expressing confidence in his victory at the 2027 election.

He maintained that the reported understanding between Muslim and Christian leaders in the state should be respected, urging the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and other Christian organisations reportedly involved in the arrangement to honour their commitment.

Onimalu consequently called on residents to support Alli and vote for him in the February 2027 governorship election.