Politics
‘Stop globetrotting in Wike’s interest’ – Oyo APC cautions Makinde
Oyo state chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has cautioned Governor Seyi Makinde to put a stop to his penchant for frequent foreign trips aimed at helping the Rivers state governor, Nyesom Wike, to bounce back to reckoning in the national political space as it concerned the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
The media have reported the many foreign trips made in recent weeks by a group of aggrieved PDP governors led by Governor Wike and which included Governor Seyi Makinde as well as others from Abia, Benue and Enugu states ostensibly to find solutions to their current travails within the umbrella party.
Displeased by the development, the opposition party in the state has asked Makinde to either get serious with the business of governance or vacate his seat for the deputy governor to complete the remaining seven months of his four-year term.
Oyo APC, in a statement issued by its Publicity Secretary, Olawale Sadare, and made available to journalists in Ibadan submitted that the governor had taken undue advantage of the maturity and the good people of the Pacesetter state for too long “as he conducts the affairs of government since 1999 in a manner that has reduced Oyo state to his private company.
“Without adding any significant value to the state since May 2019, Governor Makinde has been wasting the meagre resources available on foreign trips. As if this was not enough, the governor has graduated from embarking on frequent personal business trips abroad to globetrotting with Governor Wike and three others who are dissatisfied with the outcome of the last presidential primary of their party.
“We find it extremely funny that the same Makinde who has succeeded in sending away virtually all the original Oyo PDP members and replaced them with his SDP and ADC loyalists could be alleging some national leaders of any wrongdoing. If one may ask; who else could be more unjust to his fellow party members than the governor who poached some political neophytes from the APC and dashed them party tickets at the expense of his party faithful?
“Another sad thing is that; Governor Makinde has bastardised the Pacesetter status of Oyo state as we now have a chief executive who carries handbags for governors from other states without any justifiable reason. And each time he (Makinde) had followed Wike and others to France, the United States, the United Kingdom, Spain, United Arab Emirates or any other foreign country, every activity of government stood still since governance has been a one-man show for almost 41 months now in the whole of the state.
“As much as the good people of the state do not expect any miracle to turn things round in the area of fixing of deplorable roads, improved security architecture, good environmental management, provision of qualitative education, provision of potable water among others dividends of democracy in the remaining seven months, they would be comfortable with further dragging of the image of the state in the mud by a governor who has placed mundane politicking above responsibility and responsiveness in office”, Oyo APC added.
The member representing Akinyele/Lagelu Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Akinmoyede Olafisoye Wasiu has announced the appointment of three new individuals as legislative aides.
The appointees include Oyedapo Oyewole as Special Adviser on Media, Alimi Abdullahi, popularly known as “Ajofeyinbo,” as Special Assistant on Media, and Oni Temilade Esther as Personal Assistant.
The letters of appointment were presented yesterday in Akinmoyede’s office.
The lawmaker, widely referred to as “Lafi,” who also serves as the Chairman of the House Committee on Nigeria/Mexico Parliamentary Friendship, highlighted the criteria for the appointments.
He emphasized that the selection was based on the appointees’ individual experience, diligence, honesty, and loyalty.
Addressing the new aides, Akinmoyede charged them to bring their qualities to bear in executing their assignments, ensuring they contribute to achieving his vision and meeting the expectations of his constituents.
This latest round of appointments brings the total number of aides engaged by the lawmaker to at least 45 since his assumption of office in June 2023.
Akinmoyede also invoked prayers for divine guidance and protection for the new appointees as they take on their respective roles in service to the constituency.
House of Representatives member and Chairman of the House Committee on Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA), Engr. Aderemi Oseni, has fulfilled his pledge to support the welfare of the All Progressives Congress (APC) staff in Oyo State.
In a gesture highlighting his commitment, the lawmaker personally funded the salaries of staff at the APC’s Oke Ado Secretariat in Ibadan, reinforcing his dedication to the smooth operation of the party’s activities in the state.
Representing the Ibarapa East/Ido Federal Constituency, Oseni recently visited the secretariat, where he expressed gratitude to party leaders and members for their contributions.
As a further commitment to the smooth operation of the party’s activities, the lawmaker generously donated ten million naira (N10,000,000) as an allowance to enhance the secretariat’s functions.
In a statement released Wednesday by his media aide, Idowu Ayodele, and made available to journalists in Ibadan, the lawmaker extended appreciation to the secretariat staff, whom he described as the backbone of the party’s daily functions.
He lauded their dedication, noting their essential role in advancing the party’s goals.
“Leadership is about service, and service begins with supporting those who make the party function from within,” Oseni remarked.
“I am proud to honour this commitment to our staff, as they play a crucial role in making our political structures work effectively. This is my way of showing appreciation for their unwavering dedication”, he added.
Engr. Aderemi Oseni, representing Ibarapa East/Ido Federal Constituency of Oyo State in the House of Representatives, has paid tribute to former Senate Leader, Senator Teslim Folarin, on his 61st birthday, celebrating his decades of dedicated service and contributions to Oyo State and Nigeria at large.
In a statement issued on Wednesday by his media aide, Idowu Ayodele, in Ibadan, Oseni, who also serves as Chairman of the House Committee on Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA), lauded Folarin’s unwavering commitment to leadership and the well-being of the people.
Highlighting the All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial nominee in the 2023 elections for three terms in the Senate, the lawmaker noted that Folarin’s legacy of service continues to be a guiding light for emerging leaders and a source of inspiration for countless individuals across the state.
“Senator Folarin has built an admirable legacy through years of selfless public service, consistently advocating for progress and unity,” remarked Oseni.
Reflecting on Folarin’s role as the Ikolaba Olubadan of Ibadanland, the lawmaker commended his leadership approach, which has bridged divides, fostered coalitions, and promoted initiatives aimed at stabilising democracy.
“Senator Folarin’s career is an example of visionary leadership,” he added, “and his commitment to public service will leave a lasting legacy for generations to come.”
As Senator Folarin marks this milestone, Oseni extended warm wishes for his continued health and success, expressing hope that his exemplary life of service will keep inspiring positive change across the nation.
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