Dele Adeleke Condemns Violence During PDP Delegate Congress, Condoles With Families Of Dead Party Members

A Gubernatorial Aspirant on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Mr. Dele Adeleke has condemned in strong terms, the violence that riddled the Ad-Hoc Delegate Congress of the PDP in Osun State, held on Wednesday, February 23, 2022. He also commiserated with the families of party members who lost their lives yesterday.

Speaking through a statement made available to the Press, Adeleke stated that “politics should never get to this barbaric and archaic point, where we intimidate, maim and even kill people to win election. The particular attribute that makes us higher than mere animals is our capacity to manage varied interests and conflict, without descending into lawlessness and barbarism.”

“The PDP, a party that prides itself on the ideals of people-oriented politics, should not be found having its internal issues end in violence and the unfortunate death of party members who only came out to express their free desires”.

He further stated that “the PDP is a political party that should set example of peaceful conduct and all well-meaning leaders must rise to condemn this act of thuggery, violence and inhumanity that some persons within the party, displayed yesterday.”

“We are well aware of the persons within the party who are trying hard to foist their desires on other members through any means possible. We know their antics and we can only remind them that only God has the capacity to enthrone and to dethrone. We were all alive in 2018 when despite at the precipice of victory, the PDP by a strange twist of fate, ended up losing the election. This reminds us that no matter what we do as individuals, the final verdict on our ambitions will still come from God.”

He concluded with a message of condolence to the family of the party members who lost their lives in Iwo during the congress. “I commiserate with the families of those young men who were killed in the course of the violence that erupted in Iwo, Ife, Ipetumodu and parts of Osogbo and I condemn these violent acts in very strong terms. Nobody has to die for anybody’s ambition. Nobody deserves to lose their lives for the actualization of another person’s desires. While I pray that God grants the families of those slain the fortitude to bear the loss, I also call on Law enforcement Agencies to expedite actions in bringing the perpetrators to book”, he said.

House of Reps. directs IGP, DSS to deploy officers to Ijesaland as Hon. Ayeni raises alarm over incessant cult killings

The Federal House of Representatives has directed the Inspector General of Police, Director General of State Security and other security agencies to intervene in the incessant killings, by suspected rival cult groups, in Ilesa and its environs
by deploying their officers to the affected area.

The house gave the directive after the lawmaker representing Ijesa South Federal Constituency in the federal House of Representatives, Honourable Babatunde Ayeni raised alarm over the incessant killing by suspected Cultists in his Constituency.

Hon. Ayeni, who represents people of Atakunmosa East/ Atakunmosa West and Ilesa East/West, said what began as a clash between rival cult groups in the area has degenerated into killings of innocent people in the area.

Presenting his case under the 'matter of urgent public importance' on Wednesday, at the plenary of the House of Representatives in Abuja, Ayeni said, “Mr Speaker, we have lost count of the number of people that have been killed by suspected cultists."

He urged the executive arm of government to liaise with security agencies to restore peace to the affected communities as residents can no longer live peacefully.

Honourable said: "Urgent need to end killings of innocent citizens by suspected cultists in Ijeshaland .

He noted that Atakumosa East/Atakumosa West, Ilesha East and Ilesha West Federal Constituency of Osun State has been the most peaceful localities in the South West region of the country;

"Regrettably noted that the inglorious activities of suspected members of the yet to be identified cultist group has over the past three months embarked on merciless murder of unsuspecting residents in the area;

"Observed that on the 7th February, 2022, members of the dreadful cultist group in broad day light killed five persons while those who were hit by stray bullets and sustained various degree of injury were taken to Wesley Hospital located in Ilesha East for medical treatment;

"Concerned that barely two weeks after, specifically 19th February, 2022 which was the day for the All Progressives Congress (APC) party primary, a group of political thugs who drove in a branded vehicle for certain political party, invaded the venue of the party primary and unleashed attacks on the voters and succeeded in killing one person and left without any resistance from the security agencies who were present at the location;

"Aware that there was another massacre carried out on Monday, 21st February 2022 in Irojo area of Ilesha East during which seven persons were killed by the suspected cultists around 7.30pm, barely an hour of a peace meeting by some community leader and the DPOs in the area.

"Residents of the areas can no longer sleep with their two eyes closed at night nor able to go about their lawful businesses during the day-time as a result of these life-threatening incidences;

"These ugly incidences, if not nipped in the board, may cause breakdown of law and order as well as escalate to other parts of the state." he said

While assuring the Lawmaker of quick Intervention, the house urge the Inspector General of Police, Director General of State Security and other security agencies to intervene by deploying their officers to the affected area in a bid to return normalcy and restore peace and order.

The house also mandated the House Joint Committee on Defence, Police and Army to interface with relevant authorities with a view to safe lives and properties, while the Committee on legislative Compliance was also mandated to ensure compliance.
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In an effort to enhance the hospitality management space in Africa, the Group Managing Director of the Flux Group; Morenike George - Taylor said Old Town is about to launch a new comprehensive brand. This comes after spending years in the consulting space with their business support brand County Support Consulting.

The company is focused on managing luxury short let apartments in Lagos State and is expanding into the hotel space soonest.

This, according to the Toba Jimoh, the General Manager of the Brand, would be a game changer in the industry. He said the focus of the resorts would be enhancing hotel operations in Nigeria and it would focus solely on the hospitality space. Old Town has already started operations and is working in the coming months to launch a new hotel and hospitality brand called Old Town Hotels And Resorts.

The old town management team is made up of individuals with decades of experience in the industry. He posited that the brand has ongoing projects and is set to take over the hospitality and hotel scene in the next few months.

The hotel and hospitality brand would diligently provide luxury accommodation and work spaces for its clients.

It would be recalled that Old Town Brand has franchises in three locations and is expanding daily.

The resorts was established in 2007, Old Town Hotels and Resorts is a Hotel and Hospitality Management brand that is second to none.

She remarked that It is in a class of its own as it is the first African Hotel Management Brand of International Repute.

The Old Town Hotels and Resorts also partners with hotel booking companies, management companies, luxury companies and other strategic partners to ensure that all hotels under the brand are profitable and maintain the best standards in the Comity of resorts.

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Tribal Marks On Male Children In Royal Families In Osogbo, Infringement On Human Rights


Parents in Osun state, have frowned at the inscription of tribal marks on the faces of male children in some family houses especially the royal families in Osogbo, Capital of Osun State, describing it as archaic, and an infringement on their fundamental human rights.

Tribal marks are usually permanent on the faces of the bearer; it is a way of identification which has been passed down from family, community and royal lineage. It also functions to differentiate one ethnic group from another.

In Osogbo, the Osun state capital for instance, CityMirrorNews findings revealed that tribal marks is one of the criteria or condition which has been passed down from the ancient town and royal families of Oyipiloye, Matanmi, Sogbodede and Laarooye before anyone from the families could become a king.

Of which, it is not everyone that knows this as one of the things the kingmakers do look into consideration before a prince could become a traditional ruler of the town.

This norms of having tribal marks on the faces of male Children or princes to become a king in the encient town of Osogbo as one of the yardsticks are not known to many members of these aforementioned Royal families.

Our findings show that the kingmakers had made it a secret things because of the noises it might be generating puting into consideration the hazardous effects on the bearers.

As a matter of fact, the present Ataoja of Osogbo , Oba Jimoh Olanipekun bears tribal marks. His ancestors it was learnt also bore the tribal marks. Hence ,the reason for making it compulsory for all the male children in Royal families .

A source from one of the royal family in Osogbo who pleaded anonymity said he personally feel bad each time they are giving their children tribal marks saying it's crazy how those children cry not from just the pain their physical bodies feel, but from the mental scars and fugue nightmares they are about to get, and also the years of questioning the supposed wickedness of their parents who made such cruel choices for them.

The octogenarian made us to understand the fact that the Royal families in Osogbo, Oyipiloye , Matanmi, Sogbodede and Laarooye specialised in giving their male children tribal marks up till now because it's one of those things they do put into consideration before anybody could be made to ascend the throne of Ataoja of Osogbo land.

He said "this is a way of violating our male Children. It’s not just abuse, the psychological scars and identity crisis they occasion leads to a lifetime of unknown confidence issues, and possibly, anxiety.

"They are simply a contemporary blemish that our male Children will only grow to hate and it doesn’t require deep thought to understand why.

"They probably seized to be fashionable nearly 100 years ago when civilization became a Nigerian staple. What tribal marks are now is unnecessarily violation of children and an unnecessary abuse of the privilege of parenthood."

Mr John Ekun, a teacher at the Girls High School, Osogbo said that parents inscribed marks on their children during the pre-colonial era for easy identification, adding that tribal marks was used to identify an individual from a certain clan during the war.

Ekun stated that the marks made it easier for people to locate their homes, and communities after being taken away by the colonial masters.

"Those days, parents give tribal marks to their children at the age of nine or ten, and maybe at the age of 24 the person finds his way out of slavery, the only way he could find his way back then, was through the tribal mark.

"The tribal marks were given according to each person’s clan majorly in Kwara, Osun and Oyo states then.

"But we discovered that the issues that brought about tribal marks are no longer there, nobody is doing any slave trading again.

"No need to deface that your innocent child; and that issue also violates human rights, because the time these marks are given to the children, it is without their consent," he said.

According to him, people that their parents gave tribal marks in the olden days disliked it, but were left with little or nothing much to do.

Another person, Aresa Kehinde, a public servant with tribal marks on his face, said he did not inscribe marks on the faces of his children, adding that it would have amounted to inflicting pain on them.

“I was given tribal marks by my parents, and it was used to differentiate a particular tribe from another.

“As we continue to grow, things changed and tribal marks could be compared to the awkward way of circumcision in the olden days on the male children, but gone are those days.

“You as a parent will even pity the children you give birth to now, and for that you will be so careful not to use a razor or knife to make a mark on them.

“As a young boy, I felt the pain and it will not be right to do so to our children now,” Aresa said.


The method of making these marks is painful. They are made through scarification techniques. People who make these marks usually use razors or sharp objects to make them on children’s faces or other parts of their bodies. Then they rub native dye from charcoal marks to prevent the skin from closing up as the body tries to heal itself. The native dye also helps to stop bleeding.

Nowadays, tribal marks have become the dying lore of ancient days. Some young people who have it feel resentment towards their parents for giving them such scars.

There have been reports of many who resorted to plastic surgery to reduce the effect of the scars or obliterate them.

People have given so many reasons for the eradication of tribal marks in the encient town of Osogbo especially among these Royal families and by extension to some other part of the country and below are some:

[Bullying]

At a tender age, children are confused about so many things and among them is why someone has marks on their faces. We all have been there, giving people nicknames because of the tribal marks on their faces, it may be fun to you but to those involved, it is frustrating. This bullying does not end when they are young, it is a forever thing. The people they want to date often are not interested in dating people with tribal marks and so it continues. They keep suffering for a decision they did not make themselves.

[Risk of infection]

Children are prone to get infected easily. Having marks on their faces makes it easier. The use of unsterilized razors or sharp objects to make them on children’s faces or other parts of their bodies make them open to infections. People who pushed for the eradication of female genital mutilation also pushed for the eradication of tribal marks.

With the increase in the cases of HIV/AIDS and blood -related infections, it is becoming deadly to use sharp objects on people especially as such objects in rural and even urban societies can enhance further transmission of the diseases.

Also, the use of tribal marks as a means of identification and beautification among the Yoruba tribe is no longer a norm and some Yoruba states have enacted certain laws that prohibit the use of the marks.

Violators of the law are liable to fines or imprisonment (or both). In Oyo and Osun States, for example, the prohibition of tribal marks is an integral part of the states Child Rights Law, a law that imposes fine or one-month imprisonment or both for violation.

In these two states ,Osun and Oyo, the state government banned it but people are still doing it also like FGM is banned but peole are still doing it

According to the law “No person shall tattoo or make a skin mark or cause any tattoo or skin mark to be made on a child”.

Different stories have been told by many people with tribal marks and none have been fun so far.

Because of these aforementioned reasons our findings shown that many members of these Royal families in the encient town of Osogbo have to run on exile when it's almost the time for their wives to be put on bed. It is now rear to see any parents or family no matter how their traditions is to now make tribal marks on their children.

Even those that have the marks already, sees it as wrong thing being done by their parents or family are looking for a means of removing the marks but there is no way they can go about it.

Also, the intervention of the government to stop circumsition had added to it. Recall that the World Health Organization (WHO) and partners are harmonizing efforts by the Nigerian Government to put a stop to the medicalization of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) saying it is humiliating, excruciating, barbaric and actually poses serious health threats such as tetanus, excessive bleeding, urinary problems and in worst case scenarios, death. "We need to unite and speak in one voice to stop these barbaric acts."

It's quite unfortunate that the despite the ordeals bad experience of the people with tribal marks advocacy against the norm has not been extended to this barbaric act by both National and international non Governmental Organization.

Since the people with tribal marks could not have power to reject it when it was about to be done on their bodies because of their tender age, it was done on them without their own consent and giving them blemishes on their bodies, then, it should be considered as an act of infringing one's right.

There was a case of boy who hails from a royal family in Osogbo, Prince Adewale Motanmi by his name when he walked into the class, the first thing the children noticed was the tribal mark on his face. At first, they ignored him, but later, they asked if his dad has a dog that bit him.

He told them no, that it was just a tribal mark. They pretended they understood but subsequently, once they have any altercation with Prince Motanmi, it is easier to refer to his tribal marks, and he cried each time.

As they grew older, they understood better that Prince Motanmi had no choice but to live with those marks and they tried to be nicer. However, once in a while, they still wondered how someone would think those scars were beautiful.

As this culture persists among the royal families in Osogbo, many deemed it necessary to find their ways and decided to relocate from the family homes with a view to avoiding being circumstanced or getting their male children circumstanced.
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Oyetolas' Primary Election Victory; The Party has spoken.... Babajide Omoworare


Senior Special Assistant to President Muhammadu Buhari on National Assembly Matters, Senator Babajide Omoworare said the outcome of the February 19th Primary election of APC Osun State is both an indication of the popularity of Governor Oyetola in the Party as well as the strength and indivisibility of APC in the State.

In his congratulatory message, which was made available to the press in Ile-Ife after Governor Gboyega Oyetola was declared winner of the Osun APC Primary election, Omoworare congratulates Oyetola for this well won victory and also thanked party members for speaking decisively and in unison as shown by their impressive turn out, massive support for the Governor and good conduct during the election.

Omoworare further implored the party members not to lose focus on the July 16th 2022 gubernatorial election. As a party, I rejoice with us for the success of a peaceful, free and fair primary election. However, it is not yet Uhuru, it is time to close our ranks and face the task ahead as a party, he said.

I am appealing to all party members regardless of the divide with which we went into the primary election to come together and let us plan towards the bigger victory. As a party, we must accept the outcome of the election with the spirit of "no victor, no vanquished". This is time to allow the overall party interest guide us, Omoworare said.

Osun APC's primary election: A model for other states, political parties- ....commends Gov Oyetola for being peaceful despite provocation

A non-governmental organization, Advocacy for Advancement of Peace & Harmony in Africa Initiative (ADAPHAI) has adjudged the All Progressives Congress' primary election of Saturday as peaceful and orderly.

ADAPHAI, an independent observer during the exercise asserted that the process was strictly in line with electoral guidelines and democratic ethos.

Addressing a press conference in Osogbo, the state capital, on Saturday evening, the National Coordinator of the group, Comrade Sulaimon Suberu, averred that the process allowed every member of the party to exercise franchise in the atmosphere of peace.

''On the primary election of All Progressives Congress, APC, of today, the preponderant reports from the 332 wards monitored by our officials adjudged the process as peaceful and orderly.

"The pattern of conduct of the process was credible and in line with democratic ethos and electoral guidelines.

"The turnout of members of the party was massive and participation was active and encouraging, every member was given opportunities to exercise their franchise without any form of intimidation.

"All in all, the process of the APC Primary election in Osun State was free, fair and democratic, it is indeed a model for other states and other political parties", Suberu said.

The Peace Advocate however condemned the activities of some politicians in the state, in the count down to the Saturday's exercise, describing it as divisive and vindictive.

He also frowned at what he called a reckless display of power by a political appointee of the Federal Government from the State, calling on President Muhammadu Buhari to quickly call the individual to order to prevent further infraction.

Suberu, eulogized the peaceful nature of the Governor of the State, Mr Adegboyega Oyetola, noting that he has been very calm in the face of provocation.

According to him", We have been monitoring political events in Osun for many years with satisfactory knowledge and understanding of the inherent dynamics in it's polity.

"The recent political development in the state has put Osun on the front burner of national debate and political discourse.

"As a leading organization with mandate to promote good governance and political stability through propagation of peaceful co-existence and non-violent culture, we considered it paramount to do a thorough intervention in the state for the purpose of ensuring peaceful political process.

"It is a known fact that the state by all standards remains a peaceful federating unit, arguably the most peaceful.

"Meanwhile, the capacity to sustain that feat solely rests on leadership, it is on that note that we commend the Governor of the State, Mr Adegboyega Oyetola, for his peaceful nature and maturity to remain calm irrespective of degree of provocation".

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Osun PDP rejects imposition of minority over Majority, denounces Sunday Bisi as acting Chairman


The Osun State Chapter of the Peoples' Democratic Party has frowned at a letter circulating on social media purportedly communicating a decision of the National Working Committee of the party over the appointment of a factional leader campaigning for one out of the Six Governorship Aspirants; Senator Ademola Adeleke, Mr Sunday Bisi as the Acting Chairman of the Party.

Recall that a couple of days ago the intra-party leadership squabble bedeviling the major opposition party in the state was gathered to be finally laid to rest in a landmark judgement delivered by Justice Aderibigbe of the State High Court sitting in Ile-Ife. The court ruled that Hon Soji Adagunodo was the Chairman of the party before his resignation from office. While stressing further in his verdict that the court affirmed the congress conducted under the leadership of Hon Soji Adagunodo and all other legitimate actions done by him, while in office. From the judgement it was clear that, part of the actions done in office by the Hon Adagunodo was handing over to Barr wale Ojo, who is the vice Chairman from the region/zone of the former Chairman before his resignation from office.

Meanwhile, our correspondent present at the state capital, Osogbo was at the rally organised by the People's Democratic party in the state.

Speaking shortly after the rally, the legally recognized State Acting Chairman Barr. Wale Ojo said " As you can see, our people from across the 30 local governments and the Area office have converged here today to show they're displeased with the position of the NWC. Let me say to you in clear terms, this is about constitionality and in the face of the law I remain the valid and legally recognized State Acting Chairman of Osun PDP. If you ask me, I would tell you unequivocally and expressly that the letter sent out as the position of the NWC of our great party is a mistake and this mistake will be pointed out and corrected."

Our correspondent also spoke with one of the leaders and Former commissioner under the platform of the Peoples' Democratic Party during the Era of Prince Olagunsoye oyinlola, Sooko Sunday Adewole from Ile-Ife. " We have gathered this afternoon to send strong signal to the Sen Iyorchia Ayu's led NWC of our great party to watch their back. They should desist from treading on the same path on which the erstwhile occupant of that office, Prince Uche Seconds, treaded— whom during his days turned party politics to personal business.

Another leader of the party from osogbo has this to say. "Going by the ruling of the Ile-Ife High Court, I think the NWC of the party should as a matter of exigencies recognize that judgement because in its real sense, the judgement binds all organs of our great party from the National to the state level.

A former Chairman of the Party in Osun, Barr. Ojo Williams said "the Peoples' Democratic Party which you all know is a democratic and law abiding party. What are we as a party going to campaign with, if we cannot obey a simple court pronouncement? If you take a keen look at our party constitution there's a place for supremacy of the constitution. What this implies is that, the dictates of the party constitution is supreme and in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. He further implored the NWC led by Ayu to be cautious and never be allowed to be used as a destabilizing agent rocking the boat of Osun PDP, because this is the appropriate time for Osun PDP to recapture the state, he eloquently advised.

By Taofik Adekunle, Osogbo


Gov. Gboyega Oyetola, on Wednesday, officially commissioned an ultramodern town hall donated to Osu town , Atakunmosa West Local Government Area of Osun State, by the lawmaker representing Ijesa South Federal Constituency in the Federal House of Representatives, Hon. Babatunde Ayeni

Oyetola commissioned the town hall during his Strategic Engagement Tour to the Ijesa South Federal Constituency.

During the commissioning, the governor eulogized the lawmaker for the edifice calling on other stakeholders to emulate his humanitarian gesture.

He lauded Hon. Ayeni for his unwavering love for his constituents which is evident in his various people’s oriented constituency projects.

While expressing gratitude for the support and patriotic nature of Hon. Ayeni, Oyetola noted that concerted efforts of the citizenry, political office holders and career officers is required to fast track development in any society.

He, however, saluted the people of Ijesaland for their support which, according to him, had made his administration to records successes in all strata of the economy.

The state helmsman, encouraged Honourable Ayeni to leverage on the reciprocated love of his people to do more for them.

Speaking on what inspired him to embark on the empowerment programmes, which according to him had got more than ten thousand youths off the streets, Hon. Ayeni , said he would continue to put smiles on the faces of his people as long as God gives him the grace to do so.

He, however, urged his people to extend the love they have for him to governor Oyetola who he said meant well for the people of the State

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A House of Representatives member, representing Atakunmosa East/West and Ilesa East/West, Honourable Lawrence Babatunde Ayeni, welcomes Governor Gboyega Oyetola to his Constituency in continuation of his Strategic Engagement Tour in the state.

Ayeni, in a statement issued and made available to newsmen,on Tuesday , said the visit of Governor Oyetola and his entourage to Atakunmosa East/West and Ilesa East/West would be a remarkable and historical.

He urged the entire residents of the Constituency to come out in large number to receive the Governor.

According to the lawmaker, the people of his Constituency have been enjoying dividend of Democracy through the administration of Governor Oyetola, stressing that the Governor’s welfare programmes have spread acress the nooks and crannies of the state.

Ayeni noted that the APC since it took power from the PDP has not deviated from its progressive programmes which according to him have been making the life more more confident for the people of the state

He said "Governor Oyetola will be visiting Atakunmosa East/West and Ilesa East/West Constituency on Wednesday in continuation of his familiarization tour of the state ahead of the primary election of the All Progressives Congress (APC) scheduled for next month.

" I urge my people in Atakunmosa East/West and Ilesa East/West Constituency to give Governor Oyetola and his entourage a rousing welcome and be law abiding before, during and after the visit of our August visitors "

He however, prayed God for the protection of the governor and his entourage.

The Starboy gubernatorial aspirant and hopeful candidate of the People's Democratic party, Mr Bamidele Adeleke has felicitated with Timi of Ede, Oba Munirudeen Adesola Lawal (Laminisa 1) on the occasion of his Birthday.

Mr Bamidele Adeleke, in a statement issued earlier today described the monarch as an embodiment of royalty, objectivity, most astute, full of wisdom and a renown custodian of the traditional institution.

He said: “Having the privilege of being alive and well to celebrate another year of God's fathfulness is not an easy feat especially in this clime where life expectancy is reducing almost daily, but God in His infinite mercies have kept you to this day.

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The Chairman Ifelodun Local Government area of Osun State, Hon Hassan Kamorudeen Okanlawon has called on the people of his council area to troop out enmass to receive Governor Gboyega Oyetola and his entourage to Ifelodun Federal Constituency for Strategic Engagement on Tuesday.

Hon Okanlawon made this call in a press statement issued and made available to newsmen shortly after a political meeting in Ikirun the headquarters of the local government with some political leaders as well as members of the All Progressives Congress, APC on Sunday.

The Council Chairman, said it is very imperative for the people of his local government to receive Mr Governor and his entourage in large number as the governor deserves the honour.

According to Hon Okanlawon, "I am using this medium to appeal to my people here in Ifelodun local government to be law abiding and troop out in large number to welcome our August visitors.

" As we welcome our visitors on Tuesday, we should demonstrate total peace, we should not foment trouble while we should shun any act that may lead to political mayhem before, during and after the visit of Mr Governor ".

The Ifelodun Council Boss declared that, the entire local government area was known for peace loving environment, urging residents to demonstrate total peace, saying, Governor Oyetola is a complete man of peace.

Hon Okanlawon however used the medium to wish Mr Governor and his entourage safe trip to Ifelodun local government area and welcome them in advance as well.

APC State Chairmen Inauguration: Ede North LG Chair, Adeyemi Congratulates Famodun

By Oluwakemi Owoeye, Osogbo

Honourable Elliot Adeyemi, the caretaker Chairman of Ede North Local Government Area of Osun State, has congratulated Prince Gboyega Famodun on his inauguration as the state Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Honourable Adeyemi in a congratulatory message made available to newsmen in Osogbo described the newly inaugurated Chairman as a vibrant, trusted, proven and committed party man.

He expressed confidence that with his wealth of experience, Prince Famodun will take the party to the next level and ensure the party victory in the forthcoming gubernatorial election in the state.

Adeyemi further said, the party Chairman and his team did not at anytime take the issues that has to do with the party with levity hand.

According to the council boss, the emergence of Famodun and other state executive officers of the ruling party was a clear manifestation of collective quest to building a virile and healthy party structure.

On behalf of myself and the entire people of Ede North Local Government Area, I say a very big Congratulations to our amiable Chairman ,Prince Gboyega Famodun on his inauguration as Chairman, Osun APC.

"As a matter of fact , the emergence of
Prince Gboyega Famodun as the APC Chairman is victory for party and the entire youths of the party.

"It is on record that your first tenure was mission-driven and purposeful-oriented hence the huge success that our party made even in the face of tribulations.

"No wonder, Prince Famodun's efforts towards the development and betterment of the APC in the state cannot be over emphasized as the party is growing from strength to strength on a daily basis", he said.

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Ilerioluwa Free Food Distribution: Osun Residents Eulogize Oyetola For Prioritizing People's Welfare

Residents of Obokun Oriade Federal Constituency have showered encomiums on Governor Gboyega Oyetola on his developmental strides and commitment to the welfare of the people of Osun since he assumed office.

The Residents who could not hold back their enthusiasm, applauded the governor for raising the bar of governance and for displaying high sense of commitment to human and capital development in the state.

They were the latest beneficiaries of the 10th Edition of Ilerioluwa Food Support Scheme initiated by the administration of Governor Gboyega Oyetola in cushioning the impact of COVID-19 pandemic ripped through the global space in 2020.

The Residents gave the applause during the monthly distribution of food items in some markets in the Federal Constituency.

The Ilerioluwa Food Support Scheme is a Scheme initiated by the administration of Governor Gboyega Oyetola to provide succour to the aged, widows as well as the less privileged citizens.

Apart from the Federal Constituency earlier visited by the officials of the Ministry of Regional Integration and Special Duties led by the Commissioner, Hon. Lekan Badmus and the Senior Special Assistant to Governor, Hon. Samson Owoyokun, the Ministry officials took the distribution to Obokun Oriade Federal Constituency.

Among the markets visited on Wednesday including Ibokun, Esa Oke, Ijebu Ijesa, Ipetu Ijesa and Owena among others.

Among the beneficiaries of the monthly food Support who trooped out in large numbers include Babatunde Jacob, Idowu Olaniyi, Solomon Faturoti and Felicia Fafiyebi.

They commended the governor for counting the people at the Grassroots worthy of benefiting from the food items.

They vowed to resprocate the gesture by voting massively for the Governor in the coming gubernatorial election.

They prayed for the success of the present administration in the state, just as they prayed to God to grant the governor and members of his cabinet long life, strength and wisdom to continue to perform their responsibilities and contribute their quota to the development of Osun.

Speaking with newsmen, the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Special Duties, Hon. Samson Owoyokun said the governor is firmly committed and apolitical about the scheme

Owoyokun said the Governor has consistently demonstrated unwavering commitment towards delivering campaign promise in bringing succour to the aged , widows as well as the less privileged citizens.

He added that Governor Oyetola has sustained the initiative despite paucity of funds, along with other welfare policies and social intervention and infrastructural developments, with over thirty thousand bags of food items distributed to aged, widows and less privileged citizens across the state irrespective of party or religious affiliation.

The Coordinating director of the ministry, Mr. Kunle Falode ensured that the distribution of the food were orderly effected.

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A group of votes canvassing volunteers also known as APC Door to Door Votes Activators are set to hit the streets and knock on doors of individual voters across communities in Osun State.

The group at a refresher workshop convened by Mr Segun Omoworare the Executive Director of The Osun Push for Votes Initiative at its Secretariat in Osogbo charged participants to gear up for the forthcoming primary election of Mr Governor, Alhaji Gboyega Oyetola in the immediate and the July 2022 Gubernatorial election with sole aim of total victory.

According to a statement signed by Tunde Dairo the Director of Communications of the Organisation which was made available to the press in Osogbo, Omoworare charged the trainees to be disciplined and be ready to walk the talk of a desired victory for APC and Governor Gboyega Oyetola in the July 2022 polls.

The D2D Activators will be collaborating with four other notable organisations within the All Progressive Congress in Osun who will roll out their grassroots canvassers across the 3,763 polling units in the state. “It is therefore important that as LG Facilitators, we should be focused, dedicated, disciplined and exhibit team spirit to achieve our set objectives”.

We are calling on all peace and progress loving people of Osun to recieve this noble ambassadors with love as they bring scorecards, messages of hope and good tidings from Alhaji Gboyega Oyetola. The statement said.

Read Details Here: http://citymirrornews.com/news/2022/03/oyetolas-second-term-bid-d2d-activators-set-for-work/

The Chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria, ALGON in Osun, Hon. Samuel Idowu Abiodun on Monday applauded Governor Adegboyega Oyetola of the State for appointing eminently qualified citizens of the state as boards' chairmen and members of critical agencies, institutions and parastatals in the State.

The ALGON Chairman also expressed gratitude to the Governor for appointing him as member of Local Government Loan Board.

Abiodun in an interview with newsmen during the inauguration ceremony of the newly appointed Chairmen and members of non-statutory boards and parastatals, on Monday held at the State Secretariat, Abere, Osogbo, appreciated the governor for counting him worthy.

The appointment of the new hands was to complement government's efforts towards equitable delivery of quality and qualitative services and democratic dividends to the citizens across the sectors of the economy.

Among those inaugurated are: Former Health Minister, Prof. Isaac Adewole (UNIOSUN Teaching Hospital Board); former Osun Deputy Speaker, Akintunde Adegboye (College of Science and Technology, Esa Oke), foremost lawyer and former Governorship aspirant in the State, Saka Layonu, SAN, (Osun Polytechnic, Iree) and another former Deputy Speaker, Taiwo Sunmonu (Teaching Service Board).

Reacting to this new appointment, the ALGON Chairman promised not to disappoint the Governor just as he assured his utmost diligence and loyalty in the discharge of his duties.

He said: "I want to use this avenue to appreciate Mr. Governor for appointing people of impeccable character and credible citizens of our dear State to head various agencies, institutions and parastatals.

"To me, this is another milestone in the history of our dear State and I have confident in the ability of the appointees to hit the ground running and effect the desired change and complement Mr Governor's avowed commitment to turn around the socioeconomic fortunes of the State.

"Also, I equally appreciates Mr Governor for also counting me worthy to be a member of the board. I want to assure the Governor of my utmost diligence, honestly and loyalty in the discharge of my responsibilities .

"As a matter of fact, the board will further help me to serve in another capacity of rendering selfless service to the people of the state and I pledge to put in my best to justify the confidence reposed in me by the Governor," he added.

Read Details Here: http://citymirrornews.com/news/2022/25/boards-appointment-osun-algon-chair-lauds-gov-oyetola/

Amazon Unite International Organises US/Nigeria Women & Youths Business Development Summit In US

A United States based organisation, 'Amazon Unite International', on Tuesday disclosed that it has put machineries in motion to organize a well package summit for youths, adults, professionals, entrepreneurs small, medium and large scale business owners who wants to expand their business, looking for foreign markets and partnership and recent graduates determined to make a mark in their careers and businesses.

A statement issued by the President of the organization, Apostle Dr. Stella Alhassan and made available to CityMirrorNews said the Summit will hold between 4th-6th April, 2022 at JW. Marriott Hotels, Houston, Texas USA while the Summit fee is pegged at non refundable $500 (Five Hundred Dollars) for each participants considering the current situation of the World.

According to her, the theme of the Summit is "PRIORITISING HUMAN DEVELOPMENTS THROUGH BUSINESS REPOSITIONING FOR A NEW GLOBAL ECONOMY ORDER".

The statement reads, "this Summit will address how to improve the business relationship that exists between Nigeria and the United States, both country can boast of huge market networks and human capital diversity which are great tools for economic developments. It will also analyse the big issues relating to challenges militating against the utilisation of bountiful opportunities available to both countries with view of finding solutions to them.

"The Summit will feature talks and panel discussions which will focus on technology, real estate investment, digital technology, quality management, creative industries, financing SMEs, construction, mentorship, capacity building and women’s leadership and end with a private speed-networking session between investors and entrepreneurs organized by Amazon Unite International.

"The Summit will discuss and proffer lasting solutions to the emerging and relevant bottlenecks around doing business in United States, Nigeria & Africa and connect to investment opportunities across the two countries that enjoys a very robust bilateral relationship all in the context of a challenging global economic outlook.

"The Youths, Women & Business Development Summit will be a platform for attendees to hear directly from US and Nigerian companies about the opportunities and challenges of investing in and doing business across both countries. Firms will also learn more about the United States trade arrangements with Nigeria & Africa and all supports, considerations and incentives available from Government to business and investors in both countries.

"Speakers and Panel Discussants have been carefully selected across both countries to achieve the aims of the Summit in the final analysis. Among them are, Mr. Sylvester Turner, Mayor of Houston, Distinguished Congresswoman; Sheila Jackson Lee, Dr. Frank Decaro, Chairman, USA Africa Chambers of Commerce, Mrs Kafayat Oyetola, Wife of Osun State Governor, Nigeria, Sir Joe Madu; President West Africa - USA Chambers of Commerce & Industry, Mr. Shuaib Haruna, Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade & Investment, Nigeria, Dr. Sylvester Okere, Chief Executive Officer, SGU Group, Washington DC among others.

"The Summit will indeed be an Eye-opener and very rewarding for participants for their Business Developments purposes.

"Amazon Unite International has put machineries in motion to assist on the prompt issuance of Visa for those who has no visa and willing to participate as we enjoy a very robust relationship with the US Embassy in Nigeria & its officials and we are carrying them along adequately on this Summit so as to make Visa issuance a seamless one.

"The event is also open to young people, who can afford it and interested in unlocking the hidden secrets to thriving in business, career and life in the New World.

"Highlights of the Summit are but not limited to; Business Networking, Business Funding, Business Partnership, Products & Service Marketing Strategy Exchange Program, Youths Business and Education Exchange Program, Youths & Women Business Ideas Exchange Program. Youths & Women Empowerment, Empowerment for People with Disabilities, Presentation of Certificate of Participation to all Participants. Presentation of Certificate of Proclamation by The Mayor of Houston. Launching of League of African - American Business Youths among other innovative opportunities and side attractions.

"For Further enquiry on Participation & Sponsorship, Please Kindly visit our websites: www.amazonuniteinternational.com or summit.amazonuniteinternational.com or Call these numbers: +1 832-528-0971, +1 (281) 650-3826."

The Great Ife Alumni Association, Osogbo Branch, has congratulated one of its active members in person of Great Ademola Akinromade on his recent election as the National President of Ikire Progressive Union (IPU).

This is contained in a statement jointly signed by the Chairman of the Association, Great 'Yinka Odewale, and the PRO, Great Ademola Lawal.

The statement described Great Akinromade's recruitment into the exalted office as not only that of a round peg in a round hole, but equally well deserved.

Harping on his sterling and enviable track record, Mr. Odewale stressed that Akinromade's coming on board will unleash monumental strides on the ancient town of Ikire.

He expressed his confidence in the ability of the new National President of IPU, who is a strong member of his association, to justify the confidence reposed in him by his people.

He therefore wishes Great Akinromade a tenure full of successes and achievements.

Read Details Here: http://citymirrornews.com/news/2022/18/great-ife-alumni-congratulates-member-ademola-akinromade-on-his-emergence-as-ipu-national-president/

---- says his commitment to nation building seconds to none

The Chairman, Osun State Chapter of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria, Hon. Samuel Idowu Abiodun has felicitated the former Governor of the State, Chief Abdul-Kareem Adebisi Akande on the occasion of his 83rd birthday.

Abiodun extolled the octogenarian's rare virtues, long-standing commitment, dedication and resilience to national growth and development which has been seen in the continued existence of Nigeria as a united and indivisible entity.

The ALGON Chairman, in a statement personally signed and made available to pressmen, described the former Interim National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) as a detribalised Nigerian whose hard-earned resources were dedicated to serve God and humanity.

He lauded the immense contributions of the elder statesman to the sustenance of the nation's democracy and good governance.

"It is not a gain say that you have made an indelible impact difficult to surpass in the annals of socioeconomic, political and democratic renaissance of our dear State, Nigeria and indeed the world.

"You repository of knowledge spanning across all aspects of human life has has been greatly benefited by all and sundry particularly those that took wisdom from your resilient commitment democratic tenets, good governance, transparency, accountability, probity and love for humanity.

"As a child and student under your political tutelage, it is crystal clear that you are known for all that is good as this had in countless times earned you respect and honour here in our dear State, Nigeria, Africa and the entire world.

"Your good legacies and monumental achievements as the Secretary to the Government of the Old Oyo State, Deputy Governor and of course Executive Governor of Osun can never be forgotten as they still live and glitter for all to see.

"You are among the few that rescued our country and ensured the enthronement of progressive government that has not only come to stay but helped to rewrite the history of our country for good and betterment of all.

"You have shown us the path to success and greatness just as you equally equipped us with all that can make us to not only give back to our societies but to ensure that the democratic dividends are felt by the governed.

"On a joyous day like this, it is our hope that you live long in good health to witness more fruits of your labour as you continue to write your name in gold indelibly in the sound of time.

"On behalf of myself, my family and the chairmen across our councils in the State, I congratulate you for witnessing another year on earth and I pray God to continue to strengthen you, and imbue you with more wisdom and knowledge to continue to guide and guard us all our dear 'Baba Omo Kekeke.'

Read Details Here: http://citymirrornews.com/news/2022/16/akande-83-osun-algon-chair-extols-elder-statesman-says-his-commitment-to-nation-building-seconds-to-none/

Osun PDP Aspirant, Dele Adeleke Eulogises Late Sen. Isiaka Adeleke On 67th Posthumous Birthday

......Describes the late sage as father of modern politics



The newest sensation in Osun politics and Governorship Aspirant on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party, Mr. 'Dele Adeleke, has eulogised the first Civilian Governor of Osun State, Late Sen. Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke on his 67th posthumous birthday, just as he described him as a father of modern politics.

Adeleke in his tribute to the late sage which made available with the newsmen men in Osogbo, celebrated the life of empathy and love for humanity that the Late Asiwaju of Ede land lived.

His tribute read this, "Serubawon, as if given to you by God Himself, is the nickname that perfectly described you while you walked the face of the earth and even in death. Your life was always a great event. When you moved, all men knew a great man has moved. Your politics was consummate; your love for humanity exceptional. Your death stirred many and it was a whirlwind that shook the very foundation of the society that you impacted so greatly"

"De Guv, you were a great man in every ramification. In death, you have towered above many still living and continue to be an institution even while you no longer sojourn on this side. You were a man filled with milk of human kindness, empathy and you were a relentless crusader against oppression and injustice. The testimonies of the men and women you built continue to reverberate"

"Though we consider the time you spent with us quite short given that you still had a lot to do in the emancipation of the people you so deeply loved, we continue to take solace in the beautiful memories you made, the institutions you impacted and the individuals who grew because you gave them a chance when none else would"

"I celebrate you today, Uncle Tunji, on your 67th posthumous birthday. I celebrate the life you lived, the legacies you left and the lessons that your life continues to teach us. Your life has remained a model to me and I am committed to ensuring that as you made brighter the glory of the Adeleke dynasty, I must make every effort with any opportunity given, to make the dynasty even greater"

"Thank you for sharing your great life with us. Continue to rest in Jannah, until the day of reckoning"

"Happy 67th Posthumous birthday, dear Mentor, Leader and Distinguished Sen. Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke"

With fond memories,
Your "College Boy" (as you fondly called me)
*‘Dele Adeleke*

The Federal Government has said that it will continue to equip students and citizens with ICT skills such as machine learning, artificial intelligence, facilitate ICT adoption in teaching and learning in order to prepare them for the future that will be strictly driven by technology.

The Federal Government gave the charge at the Commissioning of the Digital Nigeria Centre (DNC) by the Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, who represented President Muhammadu Buahri, GCFR, at the event which held at Ijesa Muslim Grammar School, Ilesa, State of Osun, on Friday.

“I am aware that the programme was conceptualized to promote the availability and utilisation of ICT and resources of the Internet in teaching and learning in public schools in underserved, unserved and rural areas. In order words, this Digital Nigeria Centre has been designed to promote the connection of public secondary schools to broadband internet in Ilesa community, and the goal is to equip beneficiaries with 21st Century skills.

“More concretely, the specific objectives of Digital Nigeria Centre include; increasing ICT literacy among school teachers and students, providing a platform for accessing online educational resources, equiping students with ICT skills, facilitating ICT adoption in teaching and learning and ultimately to increase pass rate in mathematics, English language and other science subjects,” the Minister stated.

In his speech titled, Digital Skills and Literacy for Jobs and Social Inclusion, the Minister described the thorough and timely execution of the project as significant and commendable, noting that it prepares Nigerians in advance with digital skill and literacy for a future that will soon be driven strictly by technology, saying some major auto makers have decided to stop the production of combustion engines in the next 40 years.

“Interestingly, at least six major automakers, including Ford, Mercedes Benz, General Motors and Volvo joined the governments of 30 countries in November last year to pledge to stop the production and sales of internal combustion engine cars by 2040.

“The implication is that even a mechanic should be ICT compliant. Any mechanic that can’t use ICT tools will find himself out of job. Indeed, in the next 20 years, anyone not ICT compliant may not be part of humanity again, considering that it will be impossible to function and interact with other humans,” Ogbeni Aregbesola stated.

The Minister, also noted that the project is also a testament to the unwavering commitment of the President Muhammadu Buhari administration to deploying technology to better the citizens’ quality of life and experience, saying It also goes to emphasise the preeminent role of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) for improving standards of living as a people.

“I will like to express my profound gratitude to President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, for his relentless commitment in ensuring delivery of gains of democratic order to the generality of Nigerians.

“To him, the welfare of Nigerians, especially our teaming youths remains a top priority for this administration. The continuous benefits the country has been deriving from effectively leveraging ICT to run governance more efficiently has been phenomenal,” the Minister remarked.

The minister said according to a 2018 report by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), titled: Digital Skills Critical for Jobs and Social Inclusion, major technology breakthroughs in next 10 years will impact forms of work and the structure of labour markets as well as other aspects of life such as education, health, and agriculture.

“From a skills development perspective, the implications of technological change are expected to be profound, both for the re-skilling and up-skilling of our adults and for the education of the youth and children.

"In this context, developing capacities for anticipating the changing needs for digital skills for work and life is crucial for all countries and that should be of interest to all of us," the Minister revealed.

In his remarks, the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Prof. Isa Ibrahim Pantami, who was represented by the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Communication Commission, Prof. Adeolu Akande, stated that the DNC centre will no doubt help in fast-tracking the acquisition of digital skills required for the implementation of the digital economy drive of the Federal Government especially to the younger generation.

Prof. Pantami added that the digital skills which are a range of abilities and aptitudes required by users of digital devices, communication applications, and networks to access and manage information will also in-turn boost National Security and enhance National Growth and Progress.

The Governor the State of Osun, Mr. Gboyega Oyetola represented at the event by his Commissioner for Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr. Babatunde Olawale opined that Nigeria cannot be left behind by the digital revolution of the world noting that his administration also focuses on building a sustainable economy through e-government which is government is grateful to the Federal Government for siting the DNC project in Osun.

Responding to the gesture of the Federal Government, the Principal, Ijesa Muslim Grammar School, Mrs. Ramota Ilesanmi, thanked the President Muhammadu Buhari-led Federal Government for selecting the school for the project saying it will go a long way in meeting the ICT needs of not only the students, but select residents of the city.

The representative of the president subsequently announced the establishment of President Muhammadu Buhari N100 million Technology Empowerment Fund to create world class technology experts, targeting 2000 youths in the next two years in Ijesaland who will be provided with devices for training in different areas such as software development and design, amongst others.

The Digital Nigeria Centre (DNC) is a project facilitated through the Universal Service Provision Fund of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) under the Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy.

In attendance at the event were, the Senator Representing Osun West, Sen. Adelere Oriolowo; Speaker of the State of Osun House of Assembly, Represented by Hon. Wake Adedoyin, Federal Commissioner of the Nigeria Population Commission, Sen. Mudashiru Hussein representing Osun State, Executive Vice Chairman of NCC, Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta represented by the Director, Projects at the NCC, Mrs. Iyabode Solanke; Assistant Commandant General of the NSCDC, ACG Adeyinka Fasiu, Commisisoner of Police Osun State, CP Olokode Olawale, Controller of Correction Osun State, Controller Lanre Amorun, All Progressives Congress Party Stalwarts in the state led by the Party Chairman, Alhaji Rasaq Salinsile, former Cabinet Members in the state, traditional rulers, thousands of party faithfuls and supporters among others.

The Board of Trustees, Governing Council, Senate, and Management of Joseph Ayo
Babalola University (JABU), Ikeji Ararkeji, Osun State has countered the speculations on Dr Akin Ogunbiyi's PhD title, confirming that the award is authentic and genuine.

In a letter signed by the University registrar, Pastor Dapo Adeniyi, the institution cleared the air on the insinuation that the chairman of Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc has been "lying to the public and deceiving Osun People" on his PhD title.

To set the record straight, the letter was forwarded to pressmen by the campaign office of the gubernatorial aspirant of the People's Democratic Party in Osun State.

It reads in part: "I am pleased to confirm to you and to whom it may concern, that with effect from 29th January 2013, JABU had conferred upon you the title of a Doctor of Insurance (Honoris Causa) of the University, during its 4th Convocation
Ceremony."

"As a member of the Joseph Ayo Babalola University Alumni Association, you have consistently exemplified yourself with a deep sense of duty and tenacity toward the growth of the University."

"It should be noted that the extant Law of the University remains sacrosanct in the Nigerian
University System, and this award is authentic and genuine; also, the use of the title is personal to you and it is not be transferred to another person."

The campaign office of the aspirant described as a huge joke, the speculation and false insinuation about the title, adding that it is true that some politicians are parading forged credentials but Akin Ogunbiyi is not one of them.

Dr Akin Ogunbiyi parades one of the best credentials amongst the PDP aspirants having studied at Yale and Oxford Universities among other top institutions in the world.

Dr Akin Ogunbiyi Campaign Office
January 12, 2022

The executive members of Ilode ward 1, in Ife East Local Government of People's Democratic Party, PDP in Osun state has refuted the purported suspension of the erstwhile national secretary of the party, Prof. Wale Oladipo by some people who are not known to the executive members of the party in the ward as baseless, Unfounded and far from the truth.

This was contained in a release issued and signed by the current PDP Chairman of the ward, Prince Omotosho Lawrence and authenticated by all members of the Ward Exco after their weekly meeting. Copies of their communique were made available to newsmen in Osogbo on Friday.

According to the release, the purported suspension was a charade by disgruntled loafers who lost out at the recently conducted Ward Congress where their political coffin was finally nailed after years of crass incompetence and open anti Party activities. That the reverred Leader had finally succumbed to the clamour for change of guard at the Ward level is a bitter pill for these agents of doom to take is the sole reason for this spuriuos, baseless and patently illegal misrepresentation of the position of the Ward.

"The executive members of the Peoples' Democratic Party (PDP) in ward 02 (llode 1), in Ife East LGA of Osun State, has just been notified of purported suspension of Professor Wale Ladipo from the ward on spurious, baseless and unfounded allegation by a group of persons being led by one "Adelebare Adewuyi"

"We are through this public notice notifying members of the general public to discountenance such falsehood"

"The newly elected and National Convention recognised members of Executives in Ilode Ward 1 under the Chairmanship of Prince Lawrence Omotosho are solidly behind our leader Professor Wale Oladipo"

"We are admonishing these agents of destruction to desist from action capable of breaching the peace in Ife East Local government and the entire Ifeland. They should be mindful of the criminal content of their act of impersonation"

"As a matter of fact, we have adequately informed security agencies of this nefarious and untoward behaviour of these people who are presently on the wrong side of PDP. They are warned in their own interest to desist from such act henceforth, otherwise they will face the wrath of Law"

It would be recall that, a self styled executive committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in ward 002, Ilode 1, Ile-Ife, has allegedly suspended former National Secretary of the party, Prof Wale Oladipo over what they described as anti-party activities.

But the executive members of the party in Ilode ward 1 promptly met to serve a final warning to all impersonators masquerading as Party exco in order to truncate the chances of the Party in 2022.

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TETFUND CONTRACT RACKETEERING: EFCC Queries Management of Agagu Varsity, detained Procurement Officer

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has commenced investigation of the Vice Chancellor of the Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology (OAUSTECH), Okitipupa in the southern part of Ondo State of Nigeria and his Management team over what it termed “contract racketeering and violation of Procurement Act”.

The Vice Chancellor, Professor Sunday Roberts Ogunduyile, his Deputy, Professor Francis Igbasan and the University Procurement Officer was said to have been petitioned by a bystander suspected to be one of the contractors who had bided for contract in the University but was edged out for reason of having anointed contractors to award the multi-million-naira contracts to. The bystander has decided to complain about the purported shady conduct of Management of the University on what seems to be their practice of breaching the Public Procurement Laws, especially about their wilful refusal to advertise some bids as a way to put potential qualified contractors in disadvantage, thus sacrificing the requirements of competitiveness on award of contracts as required by the Public Procurement Laws.

Sources from amongst the contractors who all preferred to relate under condition of anonymity confirmed that the University Procurement Officer, Mr. Bankole Adeyefa was the brain behind the illegalities in the University which was the reason why he was detained at the holding cell of the EFCC Benin Zonal Office. Other sources also confirmed that the Procurement Officer had to go to the extent of falsifying contract agreements in a bid to cover up some suspected infractions during investigations. He is being further investigated for offence likely to be forgery as the authenticity of the contract agreement he submitted to Benin office is still being verified.

According to a number of EFCC correspondence to the Vice Chancellor, whose tenure is said to be ending in February 22, 2022, there seems to be much for the Management of the University to explain.

By a letter signed by one Ede Nkechi Rita on behalf of the EFCC Benin Zonal Commander, titled “Investigative Activities 1. Rosjimtech Nigeria Limited, 2. Finlab Nigeria Limited, 3. Lerick Nigeria Limited, 4. Rear Breeds Global Services Limited” and addressed to the “Vice Chancellor, Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology, Km 6, Okitipupa-Igbokoda Road, Okitipupa, Ondo State”, the anti-graft agency requested the Vice Chancellor to furnish its Commission with “i. copy of contract agreement executed between the University and the above companies, ii. List of members of Procurement Planning Committee, minutes of meeting, recommendation made in respect of the contracts awarded to the above-named companies, iii. Any other information that may assist this Commission in its investigation”.

Read Details Here: http://citymirrornews.com/news/2021/29/tetfund-contract-racketeering-efcc-queries-management-of-agagu-varsity-detained-procurement-officer/

The rave of the moment and aspirant under People’s Democratic Party (PDP), in the forthcoming governorship election in Osun state, Mr. Bamidele David Adeleke has said, his ambition is born out of his passion to serve the people of the state using his wealth of experience gathered from private sector.

Mr. Bamidele stated this while featuring on a popular Rave F.M radio program tagged " Frank Talk"0


He said, his clarion call to service was the movement of the youths in the state who understand what re-engineering means


"My project..this ambition…this movement was born out of the clarion call that started from among the youths which started way back in 2018. There had been several calls since then and it continued to grow into the movement that it is today. And when it became clear that it would utterly be irresponsible for any man especially Dele Adeleke from the Adeleke family that is known for call to service, that is known for love of humanity, that is known for love for Osun people to see an opportunity to serve and to shy away from such responsibility,”


Speaking on the rumor of been sponsored by Oyo state governor, Seyi Makinde, Adeleke said, such claims are being done by “people…conjuring various postulations”

He said, " Governor Seyi Makinde and I have a good working relationship and personal relationship, and that is why some people think, ‘oh, he is the one sponsoring me.’

“Governor Seyi Makinde, respected leader of the party, not only in the south-west but also one of the major pillars of the PDP amongst the 13 PDP Governors, definitely will be interested in the enthronement of credible, competent leadership in the South-West. Also in bringing the South West together.”

He continued that he could no longer fold his hands while Osun State continues to go down the drain as it suffers in incompetent hands.

“From the word ‘sponsor’, it is the youths of Osun sponsoring me. It is the spirit of wanting to make that difference that we so desperately need, that is sponsoring me. Those are my driving forces.” He concluded.

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Dawn of a new Era, the journey to re-engineer Osun begins - Dele Adeleke declares


One of the governorship aspirants of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun state, Mr Dele Adeleke had made it clear that if new Osun must be birthed, he's well prepared for it to happen.

He made this known today in Abuja while submitting his nomination form, saying Osun is in dire need of a person who understands the situation of things and has mental capacity to rescue the state from total collapse.


"Today as I submit my nomination form as an aspirant, I made it unambiguously clear that I have what it takes to rescue Osun State from the mismanagement of the ruling APC."

"I am coming into this race with three decades of hard-earned working experience in corporate financial re-engineering, project management and human resource management. My professional qualifications and proven track record of practical industry exposure have prepared me for challenging situations like the one Osun is presently mired, I am eminently qualified, competent and ready to undertake the re-engineering and repositioning that Osun so urgently needs. Therefore, I offer myself in service to be the vessel of upliftment, the ladder of ascension to the progress and prosperity of our beloved state."

"We must halt the retrogression of our dear State under the mismanagement of the APC. We must re-engineer, rebuild and reposition. We must salvage and make sense of all that we have left now, to build a today that is blissful for us and a future that our children can be proud to be part of."

It was gathered before the submission, there were lots of boasting from some quarters in Ede that mechanisms have been put in place to ensure Dele Adeleke does not get the requisite 45 PDP members from across the state to sign his nomination form.

Also, there were repeated boasts that he will not meet requirements and therefore be unable to scale through the official checks before submission, it was however reported that Dele Adeleke got 127 volunteer members of the PDP from the 30 LGAs offering to sign his nomination form, from among he chose the required 45 members.

This is clearly a testament to his statewide acceptance and growing affection.

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2022: Osun West APC's women wing drums support for Oyetola /Alabi second term bid

...we are firmly on ground, ready for massive mobilization-Senatorial women leader


The All Progressives Congress, APC's women wing in Osun West Senatorial District, on Wednesday converged on Iwo, to mobilize members of the party and other electorates in the zone for the reelection of Governor Adegboyega Oyetola and his Deputy, Benedict Alabi, in the coming governorship election billed to hold on 16th July, 2022.

The women were resolute in their resolve to campaign massively for the party within the senatorial district and beyond, saying people of the state must be made to understand all that the government in the state is doing to make life better for the citizenry.

Addressing the mammoth crowd, the Osun West Women Senatorial Leader, Chief Mrs Funmilayo Adegbile, opined that APC's women in the zone were very proud of Governor Oyetola and his Deputy for what she termed tremendous achievements in all areas of human existence within the space of three years.

She explained that the Osun West Senatorial District is a friendly environment for the APC, based on laudable impact the government have had on the people of the area .

According to her, the consistent and steady pattern of development since 2018 when the present administration in the state came to power has distinguished the administration as responsible and responsive in all ways.

Adegbile, further asserted that no amount of lies and propaganda could sway the electorates in all the ten local governments in the zone from the path of APC, as she commended women across the zone in particular and all over the state for their unalloyed supports and solidarity.

''We are on the path of success on this journey , the unprecedented turn around in our dear state by this administration is already speaking for our party; our people now know better and could see the difference in every sector.

''For us in the West, especially women, we are more than ready to reelect our amiable Governor, Adegboyega Oyetola and his supportive and reliable Deputy, Benedict Alabi come July, 2022.

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Osun State PDP Governorship aspirant Dele Adeleke submitted his Governorship nomination form at Wadata Plaza today.


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To start with isn't it beautiful that a race which hitherto had been zeroed to one candidate is now been contested by 6 candidates as at this moment which includes a family member of the hitherto anointed candidate?

If anyone wants to know the definition of Democracy that person should be pointed in the direction of Osun PDP for all answers. To be sincere this is beautiful to watch and we all can't but pray for the best to emerge and deliver electoral victory to Osun PDP come July 2022.

At this point one can't but thank Hon. Olasoji Adagunodo for holding on dearly to the tenets of democracy, despite being at the risk of losing it all he held on steadfastly to the tenets of democracy and did not give up on deepening democracy in our dear state and the results are manifesting for all to see.

Now to the business of the day.
Without a doubt the race to watch out for is that between the duo of Mr Dele Adeleke and Senator Ademola Adeleke who both hail from the same family compound and share same blood.

While many supporters of Senator Demola Adeleke have taken to the streets to call Mr Dele Adeleke many unprintable names like bastard, betrayal, traitor and all since the purchase of his nomination form, I personally feel its totally uncalled for and Mr Dele Adeleke should rather be applauded for taking it up upon himself to renew the already battered image of the family politically.

I've received tons of calls since Mr Dele Adeleke's ambition was made public from different circles but of particular interest to me is the numerous calls from the youths in the state.

It was quite surprising hearing social media influencers and trendsetters who had hitherto vowed not to have anything to do with PDP in the coming election if we're hellbent on producing 'Adeleke' calling to declare support and seeking gigs to work for 'Adeleke'.


The only thing that made a difference to them is that, the Adeleke they want nothing to do with and the Adeleke they're ready to go all out for have different first names, Demola & Dele.

Everybody except for few mischief makers knows very clearly that the best foot the Adeleke dynasty can put forward is Dele's foot, not only has he been the brain behind Demola's ambition and strategy, he has also gone ahead to prove himself capable of managing affairs on his own and put in excellent performance everywhere he has been put to test since 2018, from Osun, Oyo, Ondo, Edo and many other places.
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Mr Dele Adeleke is no doubt a far contrast to Sen. Demola Adeleke, everything Dele stands for Demola is the complete opposite. While Mr Dele Adeleke was busy building his political profile since 2018, Sen Demola Adeleke was nowhere to be found with only reports of him studying to get a degree in under 2 years being the only thing being heard of him and his supporters running haywire attacking every living and non living thing that did not support his ambition.

Suffice to say, Sen. Demola's ambition has suffered major hits mostly from the hands of his overzealous supporters who have created more enemies than friends for him thereby making him a polarizing factor in the state rather than the unifying factor which he ought to be.


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A group within Osun state chapter of Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, National Youth League Osun State Chapter, on Monday, rose from an extended Exco meeting to call on Bamidele Adeleke to join the Osun State Gubernatorial race come 2022.

This call is coming on the heels of demands by the Soro Soke Generation for a Governor who is passionate about the development of Osun State.

The Groups which announced the call sees Bamidele Adeleke as the man of the moment, and money should not be the determining factor in who becomes Governor in 2022.
The Group State Coordinator, Hon. Emmanuel Eni said this during the meeting in Osogbo.

Emmanuel said, “Today’s Osun has witnessed a high level of insecurity, unemployment, youth restiveness and acute borrowing, which has derailed our great State.

Emnanuel also advised “The PDP and Leaders to support and give Dele Adeleke the Governorship ticket come 2022 reason being that he is the most placed to lead PDP back to power considering his experience as a business manager who piloted the recapitalization drive of a major bank. His last performance in 2018 Gubernatorial election, where he was the lead strategist for Sen. Ademola Adeleke, the PDP flag bearer remains unforgettable. Dele's demonstrability of wealth creation and economy building, is what our dear state needs now.

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Osun Govt Reacts To Clean-Up Nigeria's Report, Says State Remains Most Cleanest In Nigeria


Osun State Government has reacted to a report credited to an International non-governmental Organization, Clean-Up Nigeria which rated Osun as one of the dirtiest states in Nigeria.

The state faulted the claim saying Osun remains one of the cleanest state in Nigeria.

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Clean-Up Nigeria, an international non-governmental organisation had rated Osun , Borno and Kogi , the most dirtiest states in Nigeria.

According to the international non-governmental Organization, with cleanliness performance index ratings of 12 per cent, 13 per cent and 14 per cent for Borno, Osun and Kogi respectively, the states emerged as the top three dirtiest in Nigeria.

The Special Adviser to Governor Gboyega Oyetola on Environment and Sanitation, Hon Rufus Oyegbile while reacting to the report in an interview with Journalists, on Monday, described the claim of the NGO as a ruse and barbaric saying it was a delibrate attempt to rubbish the good work of the performing Governor.

Oyegbile said "it is callous and disheartened for a group not knowing to us with no defined criteria, to declare a State that has gotten several awards on cleanliness and sanitation as one of the dirtiest states in this country.

"I wonder what the NGO who has no website address and online profile, a masquerade, could be saying about the state of Omoluabi. This is insane. He said.

"With all sense of responsibility, Osun remains one of the cleanest state in Nigeria. The state capital and major cities in the state are kept clean everyday by over 500 sweepers, about 1000parkers, and 60 psp operators.

"Over 31large trucks and 43 small trucks pack over 1000tonnes of waste to our various dumpsites daily for effective management.

"How could some unscrupulous elements gathered together to tannish the good work of an action Governor? It's barbaric."

"I hereby reject such write up and warn the so called NGO to desist from such act. I thank you."

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The Senior Special Assistant to Governor Gboyega Oyetola of Osun State on Social Intervention Programmes (SSA-SIP), Hon Lukman Abimbola Bello, has cautioned former Deputy Speaker of the Federal House of Representatives, Hon. Lasun Yusuf to stop being mischievous with his rigging allegations thrown to the person of Governor Gboyega Oyetola.

This was made known on Friday by Hon Bello in his reaction to Hon Lasun's claim that Governor Oyetola was rigged in during the 2018 governorship election.

He said the former Deputy Speaker's claims were baseless and misleading, saying such is not expected from a person like him.

According to Hon Bello, "How would a governor who is known for peace and transparency involved in a dirty act like rigging election.

"Governor Oyetola who went through due process before, during and after the 2018 election got his mandate in a keenly contested election from the good people of Osun who wanted progressives party to continue after Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola finished his eight years.

"Lasun Yusuf should stop insulting Governor Oyetola and desist from comments that are capable of causing discord within the family of Osun APC.

He, however, urged members of the Osun APC to disregard politicians like Lasun Yusuf who are out to discredit Governor Oyetola in the faces of the electorate.

"Our goal as member of Osun APC is to ensure that governor Oyetola is re-elected come 2022" adding that "opposition must not be allowed to take this chance from us" he said.

"Governor Oyetola has done well in different sectors with leaving out good welfare for the civil servants of the state, infrastructures are going on in length and breath of the state, he added.

He also appealed to aggrieved members of the party to allow peace to reign by settling their differences and work harmoniously for APC to win come 2022.

" Governor Oyetola, went through clean and cleared primary before the real gubernatorial election then and won victoriously, so how could someone like Ilobu born politician be saying that the governor's election was rigged then and why can't he challenged it then? The statement concluded.

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The group chairman, Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc, Dr Akin Ogunbiyi has been described as a worthy ambassador of Obafemi Awolowo University and will on Saturday be honoured with Distinguished Great Ife Alumnus Award by the University.

This was conveyed in a letter signed by the Vice-Chancellor of the University, Professor Eyitayo O. Ogunbodede.

The VC remarked that the award of excellence was in recognition of Dr Akin Ogunbiyi's support and dedication to the growth of the University. He stressed that Dr Ogunbiyi is a “passionate, supportive and dedicated Great Ife Ambassador”.

The awardee graduated from the University of Ife, now OAU, in 1986 with a Second-Class Upper Degree. The class of the degree is a testimony that he has always been focused and understood what to do even as a young man. He also earned himself Honorary PhD. in Insurance and Risk Management because of his hard work, passion for knowledge, strategic business management skills and great human relations.

He obtained a master’s degree from the University of Navarra, Spain. He is a graduate of Yale School of Management, Harvard Business School, Advanced Management from the University of Oxford and many more. His quest for knowledge distinguishes him and makes it easy for him to be able to relate with every man and woman in different spheres of life including in business.

Dr Akin Ogunbiyi became Managing Director of a company four years after leaving University. He went from there to begin the path of building many business conglomerates including Mutual Benefits Assurance Group that now employs thousands of Nigerians and is contributing to the economic development of the Nation. At present, the business is worth billions of naira today.

For Dr Ogunbiyi, it takes not just knowledge to build business but charisma and the ability to manage resources of which human capital is the bedrock. He relates well with both old and young. His respect and empathy for humans is more than a gift but borne out of his humble background himself. He was born and raised in Ile-Ogbo, Osun State.

You can understand why it is very easy for him to set up a foundation that supports many students with scholarships. This and many more reasons is why it is not surprising when OAU decided to confer on him the Distinguished Great Ife Alumnus Award in recognition of his contributions to Nations building.

It should also be noted that what makes the USA, China and Europe great and different is because of industrial revolutions and the ability to empower their citizens. The leaders of these developed countries are great minds, selfless, knowledgeable, strategic, charismatic and these are the qualities inherent in Dr Akin Ogunbiyi.

Furthermore, the likes of Dr Ogunbiyi understand that quality education and training are vital to creating a successful business. They understand that our schools and the whole education system need proper attention so we can have employable graduates that can help sustain the economy. Great minds and successful businessmen and women understand that there has to be a security of lives and properties as these will affect their business and investment.

This is why Dr Akin Ogunbiyi wants to lend himself to the service of Osun State. This is what Dr Ogunbiyi will do if elected as Governor of Osun State come 2022. The fact that governance is a serious business is underscored why Governors are also referred to as Chief Executive Officers. We need experienced great minds like Dr. Ogunbiyi to wake up the crumbling economy of Osun so that an end will come to borrowing for unjust cause or not being able to meet up with the social responsibility as a state.