The G9, which comprises influential leaders from Ibarapa East, Ibarapa Central, and Ibarapa North local government areas, made the presentation to the G64—an expanded leadership caucus of the APC in the zone—during a strategic meeting held recently in Eruwa, Ibarapa East Local Government.

 Chief Timothy Jolaoso addressing the gathering in Eruwa, Ibarapa East Lg

Speaking at the high-level gathering, the G9 Chairman and revered statesman, Chief Timothy Alarape Jolaoso, said the endorsement of Oseni was a product of careful political evaluation, wide consultations, and credible public feedback. According to him, the lawmaker stands out among all potential contenders within the party, possessing the best prospect of securing victory for the APC in the 2027 governorship election.

Jolaoso emphasised that intelligence reports, political surveys, feedback, and analyses from various media platforms consistently point to Oseni as a candidate with widespread grassroots acceptance and political capital that transcends party lines.

“Oseni emerged as the most viable contender following political intelligence reports. He possesses strong grassroots support, administrative experience, and a strong reputation for service delivery. The lawmaker is not only capable but also a man of deep faith with proven empathy for the downtrodden. He has the goodwill, financial strength, and public trust to lead Oyo successfully,” the Nonagenarian added.

He further noted that the lawmaker’s visible and people-oriented representation as a Member of the House of Representatives for Ibarapa East/Ido Federal Constituency, coupled with his leadership as the Chairman of the House Committee on Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA), speaks volumes of his competence and commitment to development.

In his response, Hon. Aderemi Oseni expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Ibarapa APC Elders Forum for their confidence in his leadership and vision. He described the endorsement not just as a political honour but as “a divine call to serve the people of Oyo State with renewed dedication and compassion.”

“I am deeply humbled by this vote of confidence from our fathers, mothers, and leaders in Ibarapa. This is not a time for self-glory but a sacred responsibility to intensify our efforts towards real development and inclusive governance,” the lawmaker remarked.

He pledged not to betray the trust of the elders and the party faithful, affirming that his ambition is rooted in progressive ideals and a genuine commitment to the development of Oyo State through purposeful leadership.

(c) Idowu Ayodele, Mega Icon Magazine.

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A governorship aspirant on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), in Oyo state, Chief Adeniyi Akintola, SAN,  on Tuesday, condemned the unabated security challenges in the state, wastage of lives and properties of helpless citizens in Igangan and Ibarapa zone, in general.

The attacks, according to the legal Icon, are becoming once too many, urging the state government to take decisive steps to end the incessant killings to avert resort to self help and total breakdown of law and order.

He commiserates with the people and the leadership of Igangan  community and Ibarapa North local government for the loss of irreplaceable lives and valuables. 

The APC chieftain prays for God’s guidance for the leadership in taking the right measures to checkmate the activities of the blood thirsty vampires and their sponsors.

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Barrister Agboke disclosed this at a stakeholders meeting for Ibarapa Zone held at the Eruwa Town Hall.

According to Oyo INEC REC, the commission is committed at conducting free, fair and acceptable elections in 2019.

He explained that the electoral umpire is concerned with the thousands of PVCs which remained uncollected despite the frantic effort by the commission.

He further lamented that rather than engaging in political campaigns by parties, what should be paramount in their agendas is to sensitize people on the need to collect their Permanent Voter’s Cards.

In his words, “without PVCs, there is no way any individual can exercise his or her civic responsibility during the general elections hence the need for INEC to intensify efforts in its sensitization programmes”.

While appreciating the Ibarapa zone for their cooperation in the recent Ibarapa East State House of Assembly bye elections, the INEC chief said the task of ensuring credible elections cannot be left in the hands of government alone, hence the need for people to cooperate with the commission.

On the Issue of vote buying, Barrister Agboke assured that INEC will do everything within its power to eradicate vote buying in 2019 general elections, but called on politicians to desist from the dastardly act.

Also in her remarks, the state Director, National Orientation Agency,(NOA), Mrs Dolapo Dosunmu emphasized on the need for people to eschew violence before, during and after the general elections.

She explained that every stakeholders has a role to play at ensuring successful conduct of the 2019 general elections.

Mrs Dosunmu called for more women participation in politics by contesting in 2019 general elections.

Some Council Chairmen and political stakeholders in their remarks pledged their continuous support for the INEC at ensuring smooth conduct of the 2019 general elections.

Earlier, the Oyo INEC REC, Barrister Mutiu Agboke had visited the palace of the Eleruwa if Eruwa, Oba Samuel Akindele where he solicited the support of the monarch in sensitizing people on the collection of the PVCs.

The Eleruwa of Eruwa, Oba Samuel Akindele commended Barrister Mutiu Agboke and his team for his giant strides since assumption into office.

The monarch also urged the INEC not relent on its efforts at ensuring one man, one vote clamoured by the institution.

This according to Eleruwa would strengthen the Nigerian nascent democracy.

The meeting had in attendance traditional rulers, religious leaders,Community leaders and members of the political class.

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