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Politics / President Tinubu's Loyalist Get The Nod For Ondo Deputy Governorship Seat by greenone: 9:14am On Dec 30, 2023
*President Tinubu's Loyalist, Hon. Babajide Thomas, Gets The Nod For Ondo Deputy Governorship Seat*


One of the strongest allies of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Ondo State may have gotten to nod to clinch the Deputy Governorship Seat in Ondo State following the emergence former Deputy Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, as Executive Governor of Ondo State in a move necessitated by the unfortunate demise of Governor Rotimi Akeredolu.

Hon. (Dr) Thomas Akinwolere Babajide popularly known as APATA is a strong voice for the youths in Ondo State who also strongly supported the Presidential ambition of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu during the election campaign period. He is the Director-General of the Coalition of Support Groups for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu (COSGABAT) with over 300 support groups nationwide under his watch.

Dr. Babajide emerges from Ondo Central Senatorial District, precisely Ondo Town of Ondo West which is seen as the boiling point which has always determined where the pendulum swings in terms of election result in the history of Ondo State. More importantly, he is a young man who is under the age of 40, but has gathered incredible experiences in governance.

He has also worked actively and supported the All Progressives Congress in Ondo State and at National level. He was a member of the AKETI/AIYEDATIWA campaign council in 2019 and also a member of the Tinubu/Shettima Presidential Campaign Council in 2013.

The odds may be in favour of Dr. Babajide to emerge as Deputy Governor of Ondo State within the next few weeks as the Governor is being urged to consider a young person from Ondo Town precisely. Dr. Babajide also reportedly has the endorsement of the President as well as the backing of APC National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje.

Science/Technology / Huge Python Killed In Ore, Ondo State (Pictures) by greenone: 9:20am On Nov 16, 2023
Anaconda snake killed in Ore, Ondo State.

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Politics / Open Letter To The President Tinubu From A Loyalist by greenone: 6:36am On Aug 30, 2023
OPEN LETTER TO HIS EXCELLENCY, ASIWAJU BOLA AHMED TINUBU, PRESIDENT AND COMMANDER IN CHIEF, FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA:

NEED TO REWARD EFFORT OF SUPPORT GROUPS - THE COSGABAT EXAMPLE


My Dear President, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR,

I write you this day as one of your core loyalists from Rivers State and member of the Coalition of support Groups for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu (COSGABAT) under the Leadership of Hon Babajide Akinwolere Thomas, aka, "APATA"

From 2020, our vision for your Presidency was hatched. And base on your impeccable credentials as an icon of democracy, we bekoned on you , using various groups and campaigns to impress on you to come, to vy for the office of the President. Our vision was built upon your trajectory of excellence in governance ,and your personal contributions to the fight for civil rule in Nigeria.

Your Excellency, all the groups of supporters in our coalition, accross the nation, are your core loyalists, who believed in you, and worked concertedly to contribute to your victory as President of our dear country.

As core members of APC,who believed strongly in your mandate from day one, and stood for you till victory, we feel proud to be part of your victoriius story, and we are hopeful that the Executive committee members of our Coalition,and indeed the entire membership of COSGABAT, will not be excluded in the renewed Hope Agenda.

One young man that has been unwaivering in his support for your ambition is Hon(Dr) Babajide Akinwolere Thomas , the Director General of the Coalition of support Groups for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu-COSGABAT.

For us, the achievements of Babajide Akin-Thomas, in engendering a new paradigm, in the advocacy for good governance in Nigeria is highly commendable.He is an epitome of your vision, for inclusion of the youth in the governance of our nation.
With his belief in you , long before your declaration of interest, the Director General of COSGABAT, work conscientiously to galvanize like minds in various support groups, to form a formidable coalition, that worked for your victory, even in the midst of glaring confusion, betrayals, stiff opposition and ridicule within our party, the All progressives congress (APC),across the nation widen
Your Excellency sir, I am happy today, and indeed excited, that despite the opposition's concerted and calculated effort, to frustrate your ambition, COSGABAT and other support groups came alive, to demonstrate absolute loyalty in you and your project. It is not surprising therefore, that with our overwhelming support, coming from our robust structure across the nation, your mandate which we pledged and stood for, was actualized by May 29th,2023.
It is worthy to mention that the Coalition of support Groups for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu (COSGABAT) which is the' brain child' of Hon(Dr) Babajide Akin-Thomas contributed immensely to your victory nation wide.
From the conceptualisation and eventual take off of the group in November 2021, Hon Babajide Akinwolere Thomas, considered it a top priority to assemble Nigerians with like minds, to solicit support, and even demanded that you come out to contest for the office of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Today, through his effort, COSGABAT has its strong presence in the 36 States of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). In his demonstration of his loyalty and commitment to your mandate, Babajide Akin-Thomas,took your ambition as a personal project,and rekindled the loyalty spirit, in the minds of supporters,charging and motivating everyone accross the nation, not to deter in their trust in the person of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

On 1st October 2021,he and the executive committee of the Coalition, set up a fifty (50) man Committee across all Support. And on 16th January 2022 in Ibadan, the coalition launched out the first ever mass mobilization of grass root supporters, in what was tagged"One Million (1,000,000) Solidarity walk' at Liberty Stadium, with support coming from Alhaji Musibau Ajimobi, Hon. Bimbo Kolade and Mr Sunday Dare, the then Minister for Youths and Sports.

Also In February 2022, the Coalition of Support Groups for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu took the same initiative to Kano, galvanizing support for you through the support of Rt. Hon. Hamisu Ibrahim and later the then Governor of Kano State, Dr. Umar Ganduje and Arch. Aminu Dabbo (Former MD, Nigeria Ports Authority). I believe that Nigerians can not forget the massive numbers, that came from the North, as a result of the awareness and sensitizations from COSGABAT and other support groups.

In the south also, it was the same strategy of COSGABAT that triggered up various groups to intensify mass mobilization efforts that brought in massive support for you from the entire southern Region.
It is worth mentioning that the Coalition of support Groups for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu (COSGABAT), stood with you, to withstand the "storms" and worked conscientiously for you till victory was achieved at last
I give exceeding praise to God Almighty for your victory, and subsequent assumption to power as the 16th President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria,at such a time like this.

Being our icon of democracy and principal, with a trajectory of excellence in governance, I have no doubt in your pedigree and capability, to resolve various economic challenges facing our country today.
I am happy that you have already constituted your federal excutive cabinet, made up of credible and hard working politicians,as well as experienced technocrats as Ministers who have already assumed duty in their respective portfolios.
Most fascinating was your due diligence, in the selection of respected men and women,both young and old, who fought for your victory accross the country.
I commend you Mr President, for jettisoning sentiments and personal interests in your choice of your cabinet members. By rewarding excellence and hard work in your ministerial appointments, you have demonstrated that you truly listen to the yearnings of Nigerians,and also recognize those behind your victory.

As Nigerians wait for further appointments, the coalition of support Groups for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is patiently waiting for a reward from you sir.
In this regard, I would not fail to identify first, our Director General, Babajide Akin-Thomas,who deserves a special consideration in your ministerial appointment. Hon Akinwolere Thomas, having distinguished himself as a young enterprising youth, with capacity to lead such a massive coalition, of over 500 groups accross Nigeria, deserves a special recognition from you Mr President.
It was Akin Thomas who inspired many loyalists to the group,and today the group can boast of experienced politicians and seasoned technocrats accoss the federation, with track records of excellence and dexterity in their chosen careers.

In terms of capacity, we are blessed with experience and qualified members who we believe can function effectively if given the opportunities, ranging from former CEOs of Banks, bankers , architects, accountants, certified engineers, academics , experience politicians, commissioners, successful businemen, and it is Hon Babajide Akin-Thomas that assembled all these great men and women accross the nation for the success of your ambition.

The Director General has distinguished himself as a young Nigerian business tycoon and philanthropist. He is multi-talented,and a winner of many awards;one of which is "the most influential youths in Nigeria's political arena.

In terms of his entrepreneurial prowess, he is a CEO/ managing Director of Green -one consultancy,and Elizathoms global. He is equally the founder of youths organization of Africa(YOA). And just recently the young Akin- Thomas has been v identified by the Institut Superieur de communication et de Gestion(ISCG university),in Benin Republic, for and award a honorary doctorate for his excellent achievements,in business and political carriers.

It is on the basis of Hon Akin Thomas's contributions to your victory and his rare qualities as leader of such high profile group of personalities of Nigerians, that I am confident, that the young man can function properly and creditably, if given the opportunity to serve as one of your young ministers.
To the members of COSGABAT accross Nigeria, it will be a sense of great honour and pride for you to recognize our group, with this special appointment to our Director General,Hon Babajide Akinwolere Thomas.

As a young intelligent youth,who already has experience in managing the affairs of the youth through his Non governmental organization (NGO), Youth of Africa(YOA),Hon Akin Thomas can also fit it properly, as a representation of the youths in your cabinet.
Your Excellency, we in the Coalition of support Groups for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu,are already keying to your audacious "EMILOKAN" paradigm , and claiming by faith that, IT IS OUR TIME. Hon Babajide Akinwolere Thomas , and members of our coalition deserve a special consideration in your next appointments.
This is my personal plea and i pray that you consider to enable us key into your renewed hope agenda for Nigerians.
Thank your EXCELLENCY, and I wish you success, as you concentrate to restore hope to Nigerians.

Thank you

Dr Godpower Egbono,
Zonal Coordinator, COSGABAT, South South.
Former PCC member, South -South,Contact and Mobilization committee
Former Secretary Venue sub - committee, Rivers State APC presidential campaign Rally

Politics / Protest Rock Ondo West Local Government Over Imposition by greenone: 8:30pm On Aug 25, 2023
Just in:
Protest Rock Ondo West Local Government over imposition of LCDA Caretaker Chairman and supervisors.

Ward 1 in Ondo West Local Government area of Ondo State take their protest to the major road along Akure-Ondo-Ore road in Lipakala, Ondo West. The Youths, Community stakeholders and party members in their hundreds express their grievances against the actions of suspected leader planning to impose questionable candidates.

Ward 1 in Ondo West Local Government has 4 major higher institutions and the highest number of outsiders coming from different states all over Nigeria to study, but development in that ward is Zero, no good road network, no water, no electricity since inception. The wife of the present president of the federal republic of Nigeria, Senator Mrs Oluremi Tinubu was once a student of one of the institutions in that ward.

The youths, community stakeholders and APC party members call on the Governor and Government of Ondo State to look into these and proffer lasting solution faced by the people of Ondo ward 1.

Concerned Community leaders in Ondo West, Ward 1

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Politics / Hon. Babajide Akinwolere-thomas: The Shine In The Light by greenone: 11:54am On Jun 19, 2023
Hon. Babajide Akinwolere-Thomas: The Shine in the Light
There are two sets of giants in the world; some are physically giants by stature whilst other set comprises of giants in their minds. The first set of giants can be seen with natural eyes but the second set of giants can only be see with supernatural eyes.
The supernatural giants are relatively scarce like eagles on our sky space. They are the sweet in sugar, the savour in salt, the glow of the moon, the radiance of the sun, and the strength in the rock that makes it stand solid..

One of these few individuals is Babajide Akinwolere-Thomas (APATA) - the shine in the light. a young entrepreneur from Ondo town in Ondo State, Nigeria.

Babajide woke up early in life, when most of his mates were still turning around on their beds like hinges on a door, set on the journey to success crawling through the mud, walking through the mash, swimming across the ocean, jumping obstacles, enduring the scorching of the sun as he climbed the mountain to reach the citadel despite the blisters on his feet – and now, he stands at the peak, spreads out his arms awaiting the gust of winds to fly him to another altitude of his life.

Below is a profile of Babajide Akinwolere-Thomas, a business tycoon, politician, philanthropist and inspiration to over 5 million Nigerian youths (most of whom he currently mentors).

Politics / President Bola Tinubu's Victory: Politics Of North And South by greenone: 5:43pm On Jun 11, 2023
*PRESIDENT BOLA TINUBU'S VICTORY*: Politics of North and South.

Early 2021, one young Mr Babajide Akin-Thomas came up with an idea of bringing Nigerians together to solicit support and call for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu to contest for the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Meetings started in South West, Oyo State, where Alhaji Musibau Ajimobi, the immediate junior brother to the former Governor of Oyo State, Late Senator Abiola Ajimobi, hosted the Coalition of support Groups for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu on 30th January 2021 in Ibadan. Several other Consultation meetings was done afterwards in Osun State with Baba Sooko, former Deputy Governor of the State. Ekiti, Ondo and Ogun were not left behind.

On the 1st of October 2021, a fifty (50) man Committee across all Support Groups was set up. Then, on 16th of January 2022 in Ibadan, Oyo State, One Million (1,000,000) Solidarity walk was organized at Liberty Stadium with the Support of Alhaji Musibau Ajimobi, Hon. Bimbo Kolade and Mr Sunday Dare, the then Minister for Youths and Sports.

In February 2022, The Coalition of Support Groups for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu now moved to Kano State, Northern part of the Country to carry out the same strategy. The team of five (5) met with the then Speaker of Kano State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Hamisu Ibrahim and later the then Governor of Kano State, Dr. Umar Ganduje and Arch. Aminu Dabbo (Former MD, Nigeria Ports Authority). The activities in Kano was more of an eye opener to the people of Kano State and other parts of the North about Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Presidential ambition.

Also, another fifty (50)Man Committee was set up across the Northern Part of Nigeria to organize Two Million (2,000,000) Solidarity Walk to create more awareness about Asiwaju's Presidential ambition in the North with the assistance of the then Governor of Kano State, Dr. Umar Ganduje. The Chairman of the Committee was Arch. Aminu Dabbo (Former MD, Nigeria Ports Authority) and Co-chaired by Hon. Baffa DanAgundi, the then MD, KAROTA.

Arch. Aminu Dabbo was made the Chairman after we discovered the role he played in Nigerian Politics in 2002 to 2003 which brought five (5) PDP Governors to power in 2003 in the South Western part of the Country, the team decided to tap from his wealth of experience to stabilize the Northern part by working with several Support Groups to actualize Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Presidency.

*Akin-Thomas Babajide*
Politics / AMAC approves naming of Street after APC Chieftain by greenone: 3:59pm On May 31, 2023
AMAC approves naming of street after APC chieftain

Following his efforts and commitment to the Society the Street Naming and House Number Office, Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) has approved naming of street within the Abuja Municipality after Hon. Akinwolere Babajide Thomas.

Thomas who is a Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and also a former House of Representatives aspirant Ondo State disclosed this in a message sent to Nigerian Tribune on Wednesday.

He is also the Director General Coalition of Support Groups for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu (COSGABAT).

The politician who is popularly known as APATA disclosed that his input in bringing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Administration earned him the honour.

"I am pleased to disclose that I have been nominated and endorsed by the Street Naming and House Number Office, Abuja Municipal Area Council to have a street named after me within the Abuja Municipality, Federal Capital Territory, in recognition of my efforts and commitment to the Society and my input in bringing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Administration.

"I received a letter to this effect on Tuesday 30th of May 2023 and I must humbly say that it comes as an unexpected surprise to me. I am deeply honoured by this nomination in acknowledgement of my contributions towards social awareness and the growth of our collective economy.

"It is by no means a small feat for me to be nominated and endorsed for this honour alongside other prominent Nigerians and Public Servants within the country", he said.

APATA said he is passionately committed to Nation Building, Youth Empowerment and good Governance. He reaffirmed his commitment to continue to facilitate programmes and projects in these areas to the best of my abilities.

"Our National development remains of deep concern to me and I am happy that my efforts towards achieving this is being seen, acknowledged and appreciated by relevant authorities within the country. This serves as a motivation for me to continue to do more in different capacities.

"I appreciate the Abuja Municipality Street Naming and House Numbering Office for considering me worthy of this amazing honour. This is indeed a big win for me and my team, and we are deeply grateful for it", he added.

Politics / Senator Godswill Akpabio And Senator Jibrin Barau(ronaldo And Messi) by greenone: 2:45pm On May 12, 2023
*Senators Akpabio and Jibrin (Ronaldo and Messi)*


“Legislature is a distinct arm of government that doesn’t work based on sentiments, it works on your ability to get the job done. It is the tradition all over the world and it is also stated there in our rule book and the rules are drafted from our constitutions.” The Senate rule gives credence to seniority and experience above sentiments. Now, the office of Senate President micro-zoned to the South-South geo-political zone and the Deputy Senate President to the North-West by the ruling party, considering persons with impeccable credentials and souring pedigree in legislative matters with interplay of political ascendancy to pilot the affairs of the National Assembly. “This current National Assembly has the latitude to regulate its own procedures as a distinct arm of government with fairness to the two main religions put in consideration. Therefore, the leadership of Senators Godswill Akpabio and Barau Jibrin possess the qualities required to stabilise the 10th National Assembly as Senate President and Deputy Senate President respectively.

Senator Akpabio's antecedents as a two-term governor, "AKA UNCOMMON GOVERNOR "and a Minister of Niger Delta Affairs will certainly position the people as the crucial center of legislation in a way that the National Assembly and the Presidency will subsist in a complimentary relationship and not as a rubber-stamp entity.

As a true and loyal party man, it was Akpabio during the party primaries, and without any prompting, that stepped down for the national leader of his party, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to ensure that he triumphed to carry the party flag to become the President-Elect today. Akpabio, is not one considered to be high-handed or gloat because he has always been fair and considerate. His honesty is ingrained as part of his character.

Senator Jibrin has been in the National Assembly since 1999 and in the Senate since 2015. He started by joining the Green Chambers/House of Representatives first, after building successful businesses and after also passing through extensive training programs in different endeavors in his career journey. He is highly experienced and competent, which may be evaluated across a variety of fields of human effort in the eight assembly. Also, he played a vital role in the President-Elect's Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s victory. He has the capacity to drive a well co-ordinated and better organized and responsible government that meets the needs and yearnings of Nigerians.

Senator Jibrin was awarded Northern Senator of the year 2017 by Nigerian Senate Press Corps and in October 2022, a Nigerian national honour of Commander Of The Order Of The Niger (CON) was conferred on him by President Muhammadu Buhari.

Akpabio and Jibrin are people who will never stop learning and are flexible about accepting new and better ways to accomplish ends even if it requires a bit of maverick irreverence. They will readily move ahead with the times and make innovation and technology work for the benefit of all not just a few. They possess the practicality to know when to be moderate and accomplish goals and when to be radical and fight for values. They identify limitations and know how to take advice. They have the flexibility to realize that the “enemies” of yesteryears may be the allies of tomorrow and embrace the opportunities that become available.

Senators Godswill Akpabio and Barau Jibrin will lead the nations 10th National Assembly as Senate President and Deputy Senate President respectively. It's just like having Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi on the same team. We surely are in the best hands.


Supported by:
Coalition for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu (COSGABAT)

Politics / Open Letter To The President Of Nigeria by greenone: 2:03am On Feb 07, 2023
*OPEN LETTER TO THE PRESIDENT OF NIGERIA*
7th of February, 2023

HIS EXCELLENCY
PRESIDENT MUHAMMADU BUHARI
FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA
ABUJA, NIGERIA.

Mr. President,

NIGERIANS EXPRESS WORRY OVER HARDSHIP FACED BY NIGERIANS ON NATIONWIDE SCARCITY OF NEW NAIRA NOTES & FUEL SHORTAGE

It has become important for us as citizens who are concerned about the peace and security of our country, and also the overall well-being of our people, to address the growing twin-matter of National concern as regards the poor disbursement of new naira notes by our banks and also the scarcity of fuel which are both essential daily needs for Nigerians at all levels.
Mr. President, we are aware that your administration owes it to Nigerians across the country to respond adequately to our concerns and agitations especially when it affects our day-to-day operations and survival as citizens of this great nation.
Firstly, to start with our most recent and pressing concern, we must bring to your notice, Mr. President, that there is a rising hardship among Nigerians triggered by the unfathomable scarcity of our supposed legal tender, the naira currency, in commercial banks across Nigeria.
This has become a trend since Thursday, 15th of December 2022 when the redesigned ₦200, ₦500 and ₦1000 notes were approved for circulation by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The scarcity of this new notes became a lot more obvious after the 31st of January which was initially declared as the date which the old notes will no longer be regarded as a legal tender.
It has come to our notice that the Godwin Emefiele-led CBN has refused to live up to its responsibility in the disbursement of cash to commercial banks who should in turn make the cash available to Nigerian citizens like ourselves. It must be said that there is absolutely no justification for the scarcity of cash being faced by Nigerians across the country and the CBN must take full responsibility for what has been an abysmal policy implementation by the body.
Mr. President, for over 2 weeks now, Nigerians have been enduring long queues at ATM points and banks to no avail. We have been unable to access our own hard earned money over the counter in banks and even at ATMs.
As concerned Nigerians, we must let you know that we cannot continue to endure this for long. The CBN Governor in person of Godwin Emefiele has abused the trust of Nigerians on many occasions and this situation is another of such, as he has once again plunged Nigerians into another round of hardship.
It is unfortunate that the CBN Governor is allegedly being used by as a tool in the hands of political saboteurs to suffer Nigerians and deprive us of access to cash for political gains and troubleshooting.
Mr. President, while we understand that this another season of political strategies, schemes and machinations, we must let you know that Nigerians will not be used as pawns in the chess game of politicians.
Your Excellency sir, you must preserve your legacy of fairness, equity and justice and in doing this, it is important that all concerned stakeholders, perceived saboteurs and political jobbers with perceived involvement in this naira scarcity sabotage are called to order before it is to late.
The CBN must also be ready to take action and raise sanctions where necessary towards ensuring that the new notes are being adequately disbursed and circulated among Nigerians.
Another issue that must be strongly addressed is the ongoing fuel scarcity which has also become an obvious threat to economic and social sustainability across the country.
Mr. President, there is no justifiable reason why citizens of a oil producing nation like Nigeria should be experiencing fuel crisis as serious as we have it right now for an extended period of time. For months now, fuel queues have resumed at our filling stations across the country and it is biting harder as filling stations are now openly selling fuel above the official pump price.
It has also become evidently clear to us that this is another attempt by political game-masters to suffer Nigerians for selfish political gains and propaganda aimed at inciting Nigerians against the current administration.
We understand that since 2015 when this administration assumed power at the center, Nigerians have witnessed a commendable disappearance of fuel queues in our petrol stations across the country. Hence, the sudden return of these queues only a few months to elections calls for deep worry and concern.
Mr. President, it is clear to us that the current scarcity of fuel being faced by Nigerians at the moment is artificially induced by fuel marketers and political jobbers.
We hereby urge you to take this as an urgent call to action towards ensuring that whatever must be done to put an end this discrepancies being perpetrated under your watch. Also, as a matter of recommendation, if the removal of subsidy is what will make fuel available and accessible to Nigerians, then let it be done with immediate effect.
In conclusion, as we approach the general elections, Mr. President, it is important that you protect and preserve your legacy through fairness, equity, transparency and justice. There are no doubts about your integrity and commitment to the peace of this country, but you must also be mindful of saboteurs within your circle who may want to ruin your goodwill in faces of well-meaning Nigerians.
We are counting on you to do what is best for the growth of our nation, and for the hope of the masses.
God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria!!!

*Yours,*
Akin-Thomas Babajide



*Cc:*
The Presidency,
Federal Republic of Nigeria
Abuja, Nigeria

Central Bank of Nigeria,
Federal Republic of Nigeria
Abuja, Nigeria

Federal Ministry of Petroleum Resources,
Federal Republic of Nigeria
Abuja, Nigeria

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Politics / Surprised Package For Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu In Lagos by greenone: 9:38pm On Sep 20, 2022
BAT2023: COSGABAT EXCOS VISIT LAGOS CHAPTER


The National Executive Committee of the Coalition of Support Groups for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu (COSGABAT) led by its DG, Hon. Babajide Akin-Thomas on Wednesday 14th September, 2022, visited the Lagos State Chapter of the Coalition. They were received by the Lagos State Coordinator of the Coalition, Chief Abayomi Kamaldeen Alaka.

The meeting started with a captivating introduction by the National Secretary, Engr Salisu Magaji and motivation of the entire women by The National woman leader, Hon. Mrs. Ronke Ojo.

The DG stated that the visit is part of activities of the coalition to intensify its efforts to pushing the BAT-SHET 2023 agenda across the 36 states of the federation.

While appreciating the Lagos State Chapter for its immense roles and support in supporting the movement, Hon. Akin-Thomas also stated that one of the primary objectives of the coalition is to ensure adequate mobilization and sustenance of support for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his running mate, Senator Kashim Shettima in the next presidential election.

Also while addressing newsmen after the event, he assured the Party that the coalition will adequately ensure that its candidate get the much needed votes across the 36 States of the Federation.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BTgXnB-k8YM

#COSGABAT for #BATIMA2023

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Politics / Tinubu Gets Campaign Office From Supporters In Delta State by greenone: 9:02pm On Jun 16, 2022
*BREAKING:*
*ASIWAJU BOLA AHMED TINUBU GETS CAMPAIGN OFFICE FROM 1MILLION SUPPORTERS IN DELTA STATE*

As the 2023 political race in Nigeria begins tentatively, Hon. Babajide Akin-Thomas (APATA), the National Director, Coalition of Support Groups for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu COSGABAT also kick starts his consultation, harmonization and the unification of all members of his subject and all interest groups across the 36 states in Nigeria including the Federal Capital Territory FCT who are committed and readily available for the actualization of Asiwaju's dream of becoming the next President of Nigeria through a democratic processes come 2023 general election.

Hon. BabajideAkin-Thomas, the National Director of COSGABAT took his political train and journey to Delta state for a strategic meeting and engagement with some heavy weight grassroots political class in Delta state organized by the Delta state coordinator, Prince O Benson. In this strategic meeting, 1 Million supporters of BAT in Delta state have donated a campaign office for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Warri.

We pray for success in all our engagements and deliberations in his quest to take Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu to the Presidency come 2023.

#COSGABAT for #BAT2023

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Politics / Apc Youths Calls For Reduction Of Nomination Form For Youth Participant by greenone: 7:39am On Apr 10, 2022
*NATIONAL PRESS RELEASE!*


CALL FOR REDUCTION OF NOMINATION FORM FOR YOUTHS IN THE 2023 GENERAL ELECTIONS


As a Progressive Party, One which is dedicated and committed to Youth Inclusion in Governance and Leadership, it's pertinent and very sacrosanct for our great party to ensure that the right incentives are created for our youths to thrive and succeed in this respect.

While I commend our great party for making the nomination fee FREE for the women aspirant in our party, it would be of great help and support if such related offer could be extended to our youths.

For the sake of Youths who would be interested in seeking to contest various political offices, I hereby implore the National Working Committee of our great Party to see to a significant reduction in the nomination fee which is expected of our youths to pay to acquire their nomination form.

This would not only help our Youths to be more politically active and conscious, it would also help our party set a good precedence in our bid to boost and encourage Youth Inclusion and Participation in Politics in Nigeria.


Hon. Akin-Thomas Babajide.
*Founder, Youth Organization of Africa(YOA).
*Founder, Empowering Africa's Youth International Organization(EMFRICA).
*President, Youth and Women Mobilization Group(YOWOMOG)
*Director General, Coalition Of Support Groups For BAT(COSGABAT)

Cc: Mr Dayo Israel, APC NATIONAL YOUTH LEADER

Politics / One Of The Strongest Woman Loyalist Of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu Is Dead by greenone: 5:41pm On Feb 14, 2022
*BREAKING:*
ONE OF THE STRONGEST WOMAN LOYALIST OF ASIWAJU BOLA AHMED TINUBU IS DEAD

The coalition of support groups for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu (COSGABAT) has lost one of its founding members and principal Exco, Alhaja Akanfe Aishat Danesi. Her death was announced on the 14th of February, 2021.

Prior to her death, Alhaja Akanfe was the National Women Leader of COSGABAT, She was also one of the women leader of the All Progressive Congress in Ibadan, Oyo State.

This popular political icon was one of the founding members of the Coalition of Support Groups for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu (COSGABAT).

The Director General of the Group, Hon. Akin- Thomas Babajide described her death as a painful loss to the party and the group, in his words, the departed was a strong politician, a die hard Tinubu supporter and also a party Loyalist who gave her all for the growth of the party and the group.

She is survived by her children.

*Signed*
COSGABAT

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Politics / Bola Tinubu's Supporters To Meet At Liberty Stadium, Ibadan For Solidarity Walk by greenone: 9:31am On Jan 14, 2022
Press Release!

Unshaken, Undaunted and Resolute we are, in our bid to ensure that the Coalition of Support Groups for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu (COSGABAT) achieves it set and primary aim which is to adequately mobilize the much needed support for the Presidential Ambition of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu come 2023.

The last few months has seen us move across all the geo-political Zones, to plan and strategize for the 1 Million Solidarity Walk for BAT 2023.

It's a great delight to formally announce that the 1 Million Solidarity Walk in support of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu will be going on as planned on Wednesday, 19th of January, 2023 at the Liberty Stadium, Ring Road to Lagos-Ibadan Expressway Toll Gate, Ibadan, Oyo State.

We seize this opportunity to officially invite support groups, supporters and loyalist of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, party members of the All Progressive Congress and all Nigerians to be a part of this epouch making event.

We enjoin everyone to come with their banners and emblems.

The official color for the 1 Million Solidarity Walk is "White" which signifies Peace. Everybody must dress in color WHITE for the event.

Together, we can birth a new Nigeria, one which will only be heralded by a dependable, credible and experienced candidate, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, with him a better Nigeria is assured.

*SIGNED*
Hon. Babajide Akin-Thomas,*DG- 1 Million Solidarity Walk*

Politics / South West Declares Wednesday 19th January 2022 As TINUBU DAY by greenone: 3:06pm On Jan 10, 2022
*BREAKING*

All support groups in South west declears Wednesday 19th January, 2022 as BOLA AHMED TINUBU DAY.

*Support groups in South West declares Wednesday, 19 January 2022 to support Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu presidential aspiration through a Solidarity Walk at Liberty Stadium in Ibadan. All road lead to Liberty Stadium on Wednesday, 19th January 2022 to support ASIWAJU BOLA AHMED TINUBU PRESIDENTIAL ASPIRATION.*

Source: Independent newspaper

#COSGABAT

Politics / 1 Million Solidarity Walk In Support Of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu Presidential by greenone: 3:49pm On Dec 12, 2021
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Politics / Coalition Of Support Groups For Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu Appoints More Excos by greenone: 8:28pm On Nov 27, 2021
Press Statement

COSGABAT Welcome New Members, Appoints more National Executive Members and State Coordinators.

The Coalition of Support Groups for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu (COSGABAT) has welcome to its fold new members drawn from various Support Groups and Association across the Federation.

Also we are pleased to announce that we have added new members to the Executives to facilitate and oversea various functions as designated.

*MEMBERS OF NATIONAL EXECUTIVE*

1. Rt. Hon. Sanusi Rikiji Bello As *National Secretary*

2. Alhaja Akanfe Aishat Danesi As *National Women Leader*

3. Hon. Mohammed Bawa As *North Central Zonal Coordinator*

4. Aarebinrin Hon. Princess Folashade Olabanji - Oba As *National Organizing Secretary*

*STATE COORDINATORS*

1. Hon. Idong Isong As *Akwa-Ibom State Coordinator*

2. Abdul Kadir Musa Bio As *Kwara State Coordinator*

3. Hon. Lantana Ozegye As *Adamawa State Coordinator*

4. Comrade Ibrahim Garba Abdul-Rahman As *Zamfara State Coordinator*

This latest development is necessary to help us as a body committed to ensuring the actualization of our primary goal which is to solicit support for BAT 2023.

We welcome these latest additions, while we encourage all our members both in Nigeria and in the disapora to continue the good work.

We also want to appreciate all the stakeholders who have been involved in supporting and encouraging COSGABAT, together we shall succeed.

Thank You very much.


*Signed*
Director General, COSGABAT

Politics / I, BABAJIDE AKIN-THOMAS Support The "1 Million Solidarity Walk" 4 Tinubu by greenone: 10:39pm On Nov 18, 2021
I, BABAJIDE AKIN-THOMAS Support the "1 Million Solidarity Walk" in Support of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu for 2023 Presidential aspiration.

You too should join me and a million other supporters as we declare our unwavering support for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu for 2023

#COSGABAT

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Politics / 1 Million Solidarity Walk In Support Of Tinubu Presidential Committee List by greenone: 2:49pm On Oct 31, 2021
Breaking News!

COALITION OF SUPPORT GROUPS FOR ASIWAJU BOLA AHMED TINUBU(COSGABAT) releases Committee list for the 1Million Solidarity Walk scheduled for 1st December, 2021.

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Politics / 31 Support Groups Set To Participate In 1million Walk In Support Of Tinubu 2023 by greenone: 9:37pm On Oct 29, 2021
*Breaking News!*

31 support groups set to participate in the 1Million Solidarity Walk in support of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu for president in 2023. The event which is to take place in the zonal Headquarter of South West Region of Nigeria, Ibadan, Oyo State is to be graced by dignitaries across the Country, *Asiwaju is our choice!*

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Politics / Tinubu's Endorsement By Numerous Groups And Dignitaries by greenone: 5:44pm On Oct 21, 2021
*TINUBU's ENDORSEMENT BY NUMEROUS GROUPS AND DIGNITARIES.*

*Tinubu Is Key 2023 (TIK)*

"...If it is true that Asiwaju Tinubu remains the most colourful politician and a "Commanding Intelligence" in modern Yoruba and Nigeria History till date, is it not because he has worked tirelessly to shape some significant events of his time? To undermine his role for Change, for instance, is to put our collective Progress in reverse. Yes, we are not unaware that the task is onerous and enormous and demands efforts of all Nigerians of good conscience, love and passion for a progressive Nigeria, but we are also aware that God is involved in Project Tinubu 2023."
~ Princess *Aderemi Adebowale*, DG, TIK. Feb. 2021

*Tinubu Media Team* (TMT)

"...North stands to benefit more from a Southwest Presidency, especially Bola Tinubu. This will go a long way in cementing the fragmented Nigeria and will portray North more as a 'team-player' than selfish 'born-to-rule mentality' that we have been tagged. It is high time we start thinking Nigeria 'first' rather than appearing as regional champions and ethnocentric personalities."
~ *Muhammed Bello Doka*, President Arewa Progressive Alliance (AYPA) & National Coordinator, TMT. June 16, 2020

*Movement For Tinubu* (NYMT)

"...The legacies and ideologies of Mr. Tinubu clearly portrayed him as a National Leader, who was a rallying point for Progressives in the country. Over the years, Tinubu has been a vanguard of True Federalism and National Unity and integration even as he pays attention to the Development of our dear nation. He is a pacesetter, a Mentor, a Unifier and De-trabalized Please."
~ *Mukhtar Mukhtar*, DG, NYMT

*Tinubulate Nigeria Agenda* (TINA)

"...Our group has concluded plans to present a Cheque of N10million to Tinubu for purchase of the 'Expression Form' to run for the Presidency, when the party commences the sales of form. Though Asiwaju has millions of supporters, followers and die-hards who are ready to come together to pay for his nomination form, our members believe in shared responsibility."
~ *Mr. Alomah*, DG TINA at Press Conference of the Org in Abuja.

*Southwest Agenda* (SWAGA)

"...Asiwaju will be fair to all as President. He has been fair to all nationalities as Governor in Lagos. He gave them positions based on capability. He will not be President of Yoruba, but the President of Nigeria working for the interest of all Nigerians. The presidency of Nigeria is too important to be given to a person sitting in the corner of his house. Power is not served a la Carte."
~ Prince *Dayo Adeyeye*, SWAGA DG.

*Coaliation of Support Group for ASIWAJU BOLA AHMED TINUBU*
"We are embarking on one million solidarity walk all over the South West in support of the presidential aspiration of our Principal, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu" Group's Social Media post. October 2021



*Tinubu Support Group* (TSG)

"...TSG is an initiative of Progressives Nigerians who consider Bola Ahmed Tinubu as most qualified to take over the leadership of Nigeria come 2023. Nigerians need a President that is devoid of sentiments in the area of Religion, Tribe and Gender. We are calling on members and the leadership of APC to look towards the direction of Asiwaju Tinubu
to succeed President Buhari in 2023."
~ *Tosin Adeyanju*, Head Media, TSG.

*Tinubu Support Organization* (TSO)

"...It is obvious that the North would prefer Tinubu to succeed Buhari, because APC is well accepted in the North and Tinubu has all it takes to lead the country. If someone is accepted in KANO, which is the "Heart of the North", this means the entire region has accepted the individual. Besides, the North "Owed" Tinubu a debt of gratitude and all northern political Leaders and Governors have resolved to work hard to ensure that Asiwaju takes over from Buhari in 2023."

*United Polical Movement* (UPM)

"...For us in 2023, the candidacy of Asiwaju Tinubu as the President of Nigeria is not negotiable. He is the best man for the job as his past records, as a pro-democracy activist, an untiring advocate of good governance and an active, cerebral and great leader of APC. This is why as members of the United Polical Movement, we cannot settle for less and have therefore, endorsed our Asiwaju of the Universe, Seen. Bola Ahmed Tinubu."
~ Hon. *Ibrahim Faleti*, PRO, Abass Akande Obesere-led UPM

*Bola Ahmed Tinubu Grassroots Volunteers* (BAT-GV)

"... BAT-GV was formed as a support group in 2019, having collapsed the Buhari/Osinbajo Governance Continuity Agenda (BOGCA), after winning the Presidential Elections that year. Hence, the group would fully support Tinubu if he decides to contest for President in 2023. Tinubu detribalised nature is second to none."
~ *Dozie Nwakodu*, National Coordinator.

*United Northern Youth and Students* (UNYS)

"...Let it be known that Asiwaju Tinubu has not declared to contest for any position yet. Instead, he is solidly behind President Buhari and giving him the required support. In any case, whenever he seeks to contest for any position, including the Presidency in 2023, we are ready to give him overwhelming support, and we therefore dissociate ourselves from such irresponsible act of some minority youth from the north."
~ Com. *Jabir Maiturare*, Coordinator, UNYS.

*Arewa Youths for Peace and Security* (AYPS)

"....As Northern group, no amount of efforts put in by anyone can stop the emergence of Asiwaju Tinubu as Nigeria's next President if it is so destined by God because only Him gives Power."
~ Alh. *Salisu Magaji*, President.

*Muslim Rights Concern* (MURIC)

"Asiwaju Tinubu no doubt has our support. We are confident he would address the cry of marginalisation which has lately rent the air in the Southwest. It is on record that the Yoruba have complained bitterly about this, which has resulted in the emergence of separatist groups calling for establishment of Oduduwa Republic. The reality staring the Yoruba in the face today is the complex nature of the process of separation viz a viz the proximity of a big opportunity of gaining power in 2023. Fortunately, the Yoruba do not have to search too far. Tinubu is a candidate that brandishes impeccable pedigree."
~ Prof. *Ishaq Akionla*, Director.

*Tinubu 2023, Not-Negotiable* (TNN)

"...So far, executives of TNN have been inaugurated in 13 Countries, including UK, France, US and some African Countries and all working to make the 2023 Project of Asiwaju a reality. Tinubu did not only have the capacity and skills to lead the country, but appealed more to a non-partisan citenzenry as the only 2023 candidate that could 'rediscover' the country and take same to the promised Land.
~ Hon. *Kunle Okunola* Fmr. Org. Sec, PEP (Lagos) & DG, TNN, speaking with DailyTrust.

*Bola Ahmed Tinubu* (BAT) *Movement*

"...This organization was formed plainly to garner the support of Nigerians for Asiwaju Tinubu ahead of 2023. In 2015 & 2019, the North got a lot of Support from Tinubu and others from Southwest; this is just to reciprocate his support."
~ Amb. *Aliyu Lawal Saulawa*, National Coordinator.

*The Afenifere Declaration*
"In July 2020, the Afenifere Renewal Group (ARG) met and we have concluded that the Yoruba nation is ready to lead Nigeria. We have a blue print that we can present to any Presidential candidate that can bring better democratic governance to all Nigerians. The Polical Leaders must go on consultation. We have 6 geopolitical zones; Southwest is just a block - and Tinubu must lead this block."
~ Prince *Micheal Ogunbiyi*, Publicity Secretary (Ekiti state), ARG.

*Bat Progressive Campaign* (BAT-PG)

"Asiwaju Tinubu is the quintessential Soldier of our nascent democracy. He is a Strategist and Tutor-general, who incarnates an idea and creates Legacies that last. Come 2023, Nigerians have no better choice than his Political antecedents."

*Progressive Mind*
"...Where we are today, Asiwaju has made substantial contributions to the fulfillment of Awolowo's prophesy. But Nigeria over 3 decades ago, lost most of her heroes and a nation must strive to find new heroes, not necessarily to worship them, but to set role models for emerging generation's to look up to. The circumstances has come again for the Yoruba people to join other nationalities to support Tinubu's Presidency come 2023. ~ *Shittu Muftau Ayodele*, Coordinator, PM.

*Asiwaju Women Cooperative Society* (AWCS)

"...Our mission is to begin to enlighten and give voters Education to women across th nooks and crannies of the country to mobilize and galvanize support for Asiwaju 2023 project. Our mission is to be able to set up a "Food Bank" in each of the 774 LGAs of the country so that the poorest of the poor can have access to Food. Our cooperative will ensure that women will have access to "Loans" and pay back as low as 1% for administrative charges. This will go along way. If TINUBU declined to contest the Presidency, we the women will insist that he must run."
~ *Toyin Badmus*, at innaugural ceremony in Abuja.


*NORTHWEST SPEAKERS'*

"...Tinubu remains the only right and suitable person for the Presidential Ticket of APC at this time. With the challenges currently being faces by the country, Nigeria deserves a leader who is "Detribalised" -and has shown over time that he has the capacity to lead the country."
~ *Committee of Northwest* Speakers, Kano.

Today, substantial/critical stakeholders and Governor's from the North knows it's morally right for the Southerners to produce the next President come 2023. They include:
a) Governor *Ganduje*
b) Governor *Sani*
c) Governor *Yahaya*
d) Governor *Zulum*
e) Governor *Masari*
f) Governor *Ortom*
g) Governor *El-rufai*

Governor *Abdullahi GANDUJE* of Kano has not hidden his 'support' for him, when he recently accorded him a 'royal' reception in the Northwest state, where his birthday lecture was held.

*House of Representatives Northern Carcus*
Recently, the Northern Carcus in the Federal House of Representatives, visited Tinubu in London to register their support for him.

*Northern Coalition for Justice, Peace and Equity*

"... Politicians are already jostling for 2023 and they will stop at nothing to achieve their aim at undermining the party Chieftain, Bola Tinubu, because they see him as a stumbling block. We the Patriotic Northern Coalition won't allow them because we are still grateful to Tinubu for what he did for the North in 2015. Besides, Tinubu is an influential APC Chieftain that commands respect in his region - and beyond."
~ Alh. *Babangida Sule jnr.* National Coordinator.

*Ohanaeze Ndigbo Statement*

"...Asuwaju Tinubu means different things to different people. To Igbo people, he is the "Protector of the people of Southeast", who is needed to guide Nigerians in the right path of Democracy. He is needed for the unification of the Southerners Bloc. Igbo people are still proud of a "detribalized" Tinubu who, as Governor of Lagos state, once appointed an Igbo man, Ben Akabueze, as Hon. Commissioner of Economic Planning & Budget for eight years (1999-2007). The import of his gesture in not lost on Igbos all over the world. Indeed, we call him "Nwanne di na mba" (a bother in foreign land."
~ *Dimm Uche Okwukwu*, Ohanaeze's Deputy Sec-Gen, in a statement signed and forwarded to Daily post.

HRM *Oba Victor KILADEJO*
Osamawe of Ondo Kingdom

"...If Yoruba could speak with one voice and be United, the Tinubu Presidential Aspiration would come to reality. He has charisma and all it takes to usher in good tidings for Nigerians as a whole." ~ Tuesday, April 6 2021.

HRM *Oba George FADUYILE*
Abodi of Ikaleland

"Tinubu is a highly experienced and tactical Leader with required Political tact to take over from where President Buhari will stop in 2023. We have to be in the mainstream of Nigeria Politics, and Tinubu is the best candidate we can vouch and pick in Southwest."

HRM *Oba Keyinde OLUGBENLE*
Paramount Ruler Yewaland

"...My support for Tinubu is apolitical. He is the most qualified candidate any Polical party in Southwest could boast of. His contributions to growth and development of Nigeria as a nation is second to none. It is not about party, it's about the "Product" we are bringing in; not about APC but about National Development."

HRH *Oba Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo*

"...I have envisioned Asiwaju Tinubu serves as the National President a very long time ago."
~ (SWAGA visit, Feb. 22, 2021).

*Gbenga DANIEL*
Fmr. Ogun State Governor

" ...The Asiwaju Tinubu being projected by SWAGA has passed the standard mark for assessing any individual and is qualified and fit to become President. With good 'strategy', the Yoruba would arrive the promised Land in 2023."

HIM, *Oba Adeyeye OGUNWUSI*
The Oonirisa of Ile-Ife

"Asiwaju Tinubu's ambition is a good signal for the Yoruba race. He is a very great descendant of Oduduwa. He is such a unique Yoruba Son and we are ever proud of him. He is popular and known for his uprightness. But first, I want to challenge all politicians to first world on themselves. They must be United if they are indeed for Yoruba Presidency."

HRM *Oba Jimoh OLANIPEKUN*
The Ataoja of Osogbo

"...Tinubu is more than prepared for the task. Here is a great man who has assisted several people to their destinations. It is now time for him. No doubt, he has the capacity. He listens and that, for me, is a plus."


HRM *Oba Saliu Adetunji*, Olubadan of Ibadan.
"...Tinubu is a good man, and I will so everything within my powers to support his candidacy for 2023. No doubt, his stewardship would consolidate on the Progressives Agenda of APC and propel Nigerian on the path of Economic Prosperity and Sustainable Development."

HRM *Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi*, Oluwo of Owo

"...No one is qualified as Sen. Bola Tinubu who remains a Visionary Leader and a great Achiever. Only misled sin of Yorubaland would not support this cause. Who else else has the capacity to run for 2023 poll in Southwest. We simply should all push him to be greater than Awolowo, so that his legacy could also live on."

*Lagos Monarchs* (Badagry Division) *Endorsement*

"...Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu is the best candidate to succeed President Muhammadu Buhari. Aside his other sterling leadership qualities, as the primary architect of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and a key Strategist in it's drive to become a government of this nation, Tinubu has earned History's verdict as a true Democrat."
~ SWAGA visitation 3/10/21

*Babachir Lawal* - fmr. SGF

"...To win the next election, the APC must apply the principle of zoning, though not clearly stated in the APC constitution. We believe by 2023, after the North has produced the President for eight years, the South should have a go at it. Tinubu was a colossus of South-West politics. If he had said there would be no merger, there wouldn’t have been any APC merger. It became very clear that Buhari was going to win the APC first primary election once Tinubu declared publicly his support for him and accepted that the South-West would vote for Buhari. Between Wednesday and Thursday (before the convention), it was clear Tinubu and Bisi Akande were going to support Buhari and the North-West had no choice but to support Buhari, otherwise they were going to lose out. So if Tinubu had not conceded at that point, I think probably Kwakwanso would have won the presidential nomination of the APC. For that reason alone, you can see Tinubu’s contributions to the emergence of Buhari as President and his role in building the party. Everybody knows Buhari had no money and he doesn’t play money politics ... Also, Buharists didn’t have money ... And politics requires money. Tinubu, who had his tentacles spread across the corporate world, was the ONLY man who knew where and how to raise the funds needed. He was the one that reached out to all the ‘big men’ who were at the time scared of the then President Goodluck Jonathan ... But somehow, Tinubu was able to persuade some of them to support Buhari. Leading to the elections in 2015, we had so many experiences, Timipre Sylva (now Minister of State for Petroleum Resources) and I thought we could do it but found out we couldn’t until Tinubu came in and we won the election. It was Tinubu who brought in consultants from the US – the firm behind the successful execution of President Barrack Obama’s campaign. It helped to repackage Buhari.
Rallies don’t win elections. It is the underground work that wins elections. Almost the same thing repeated itself in 2019. Tinubu doesn’t like to take credit for what he does ... The monies he spent out of his pocket that are unaccounted for outside of the party’s campaign finances, are quite enormous. I know this because he’s my friend and because I am also involved in the Buhari government. So when there is a crisis, I am the one whose duty is to run to the South-West for help. Except we want to bring the *wrath of God on our heads, which we don’t want*, the party must create an environment that is free and fair for anybody who wants to contest, including Tinubu, to do so" - *Babachir. Lawal* (former ��SGF).

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Politics / 1 Million Solidarity Walk In Support Of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu Presidential by greenone: 7:07pm On Oct 18, 2021
2023: COSGABAT TO FLAG OFF 1 MILLION SOLIDARITY WORK FOR ASIWAJU BOLA AHMED

Join the Coalition of Support Groups for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu (COSGABAT) as it flags off its solidarity walk in support of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu Presidential Aspiration come 2023.

It is high time we together as a nation take that conscious and intentional effort to bring on board a candidate who has the much needed qualities and expertise to advance our reality.

Nigeria can be better, Nigeria will be better, let's join hands together irrespective of ethnicity, religious affiliation and social divide to make that one change that will see us move forward as a nation.

Join COSGABAT on the 1st of December, 2021, 10am at the Lekan Salami Stadium to Iwo Roundabout, Ibadan, Oyo State and let's us together take this step together as we declare our unwavering support for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

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Politics / Coalition Of Support Groups For Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu 2023 Unveil Logo by greenone: 9:46pm On Jan 07, 2021
Breaking News:

The Coalition of Support groups for asiwaju Bola Ahmed TINUBU enveil logo today 7th January, 2023 in Ibadan, Oyo State.

Details later.....

Politics / Short Political History Of A Young Man From Ondo State by greenone: 6:11pm On Nov 08, 2020
*Short political History of a Young man from Ondo State*

Young Akinwolere Babajide Thomas was one of the Agitators for Youth presidency in Nigeria, also a strong supporter of NotTooYoungToRun, he was the Campaign Coordinator for Young Ahmed Buhari, a 40year Old presidential Aspirant in the 2019 General election.

Babajide, later contested for the House of Representatives in Ondo East/West 2019. He so much believes in Youth inclusivity. After he lost out in the House of Representatives election, he rallied support for Governor Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu(SAN) based on trust and Straight forwardness displayed by the Governor.

He single handedly created structure "Youth and Women Mobilization Group(YOWOMOG)" across the 18 Local Government Area in Ondo State, from the Units to the State level in support for the re-election bid of AKETI. Babajide is using this medium to call on all Leaders across the country to include more youths in Government so as to make them relevant and prepared for the task ahead of them.

*Comrade Akinde Seun*

Politics / AKETI YOWOMOG Expressed Appreciation To Supporters by greenone: 1:32pm On Apr 26, 2020
*Press Release:*

The President of AKETI YOUTHS AND WOMEN MOBILIZATION GROUP (AKETI YOWOMOG) has expressed his appreciation to the generosity of individuals across Ondo State that are supporting the re-election of Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu who have made donations in kind and in cash to the efforts to sensitize, mobilize people across the 18 Local Government Area in Ondo State.

The names of our supporters will be published at the appropriate time.

A statement issued by the President of AKETI YOWOMOG (Akinwolere Babajide Thomas) in Akure on Monday, said we acknowledged, with deep appreciation, the kind gesture of individuals who have consistently supported the ongoing efforts of our Group.

Politics / Governor Rotimi Akeredolu And The Naysayers Burden Of Proof by greenone: 7:07am On Nov 13, 2019
GOVERNOR ROTIMI AKEREDOLU AND THE NAYSAYERS BURDEN OF PROOF.
Before I continue this article, I implore my readers to read without bias and check for the credibility of my claims. It is said that he who allege must prove, I am not alleging in this piece, but still I will prove my points beyond reasonable doubts to the extent that anyone who wants to disprove the facts will be faced by insurmountable mountains of truth.
Governor Rotimi Akeredolu's current term in office is 3 months short of 3 years, i.e. he would have spent 3 years as a Governor by February 2020. Beyond the rhetorics I want us to examine some achievements of his government and see if we can refer to him as an achiever or otherwise. A vibrant opposition is necessary in order to spur the government to do more, but the problem of a democratic Government are the naysayers who equally see themselves as oppositions. The main difference between an opposition and a naysayer is that the former tries to correct the government by pointing out it's errors and recommending solutions, and also praises the good deeds of the government , while the later will never see anything good about the government.
Akeredolu came at a very critical time, a time when Ondo State was at the brink of economic collapse, with almost 7 months outstanding salary arrears and infrastructural deficit. He instantly set to work. He completed the Irele-Okitipupa linkage bridge and adjoining roads which was abandoned for 8 years. He remembered the abandoned and uncompleted buildings that littered the Ondo State University of Science and Technology and transformed the school to a modern day University.
As an advocate of good governance, he has rehabilitated over 200 public primary and secondary schools in Ondo State. He has embarked on various road construction and rehabilitation, which include the 'very important' Oke-Oka road in Akoko South West Local Government. Most commuters ply that road when traveling to Abuja and it has recorded hundreds of accidents until the Akeredolu led government rehabilitated it. Another major project is the construction and rehabilitation of several roads in Ore, which includes the construction of a standard fly over across the Ore section of the Shagamu-Benin expressway.
As regards workers welfare, he paid the outstanding salary arrears he met when he assumed office and also bought new official vehicles for judges and members of the Ondo State House of Assembly. Security situation in Ondo State has improved greatly under his leadership of the state.
Finally the people of the coastal area of Ondo State are in a state of jubilation as the Nigerian Port Authority (NPA) approved the Ondo Deep seaport construction. This will boost the economic fortunes of the state and create thousands of employment opportunities.
I will list the few projects I have mentioned in this piece so that the naysayers can verify my claims.
1. Payment of about 7 months outstanding salary arrears.
2. Renovation of over 200 public primary and secondary Schools in the state.
3. Completion of the Irele-Okitipupa linkage bridge and adjoining roads.
4. Purchase of brand new official cars for judges in the state.
5. Purchase of brand new official cars for members of the Ondo State House of Assembly.
6. Ongoing (80% complete) construction of a standard fly over across the Ore section of the Shagamu-Benin expressway which will connect commuters from Ondo road directly to Ore town
7. The approval of the deep seaport construction by NPA which the Governor facilitated.
8. Rehabilitation of Oke-Oka road in Akoko South West Local Government.
9. Rehabilitation of several roads within Ore town.
There are other projects that are verifiable too, but I listed these few to start with, all these in less than 3 years! I can boldly tell you that Governor Rotimi Akeredolu is an achiever. I implore the naysayers to stop being negative and join hands with the governor in moving Ondo State forward

Akinola Philip Ayobami,
Assistant Publicity Director Aketi Youth Women Mobilization Group)

Politics / Akeredolu's Scorecard 'll Determine His Re-election In Ondo Says Group by greenone: 10:49pm On Nov 10, 2019
Akeredolu's scorecard 'll determine his re-election in Ondo says Group

A group within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State, Aketi Youth/Women Mobiization Group (AYWMG) has said it is very optimistic that the scorecard of the state Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi, SAN, will be the yardstick to determine his re-election in the 2020 Governorship poll in the state.

The group State Coordinator, Hon. Babajide Akinwolere Thomas, who stated this while chatting with reporters in Akure, the state capital revealed that the group, which is one of the political groups mobilising for Akeredolu second term is elated that the governor is making its work easier through his achievements in term of project execution.

Hon. Akin-Thomas, who was the House of Representatives candidate, under the platform of the Alliance for Democracy (AD) in Ondo West/East federal constituency during the 2019 General elections, before joining APC, said he can boldly say that Akeredolu has performed credibility well than his predecessor.

Besides, he noted that the major opposition party in the state, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is now having a sleepless night because Akeredolu has blocked all the loopholes to give room for reasonable criticism of this current government.

AYWMG coordinator stressed that the PDP has not forgotten how they left the state and is also aware that Akeredolu, rather than making political noise on the challenges created by the party, has quietly embarked on clearing the mess.

He noted that the visible achievements of Akeredolu was what prompted the State Chairman of PDP, Engr. Clement Faboyede to openly eulogised the current government few days to the 2019 State Assembly election.

He added that he is not suprise that the PDP had recently embarked on a campaign of calumny against Akeredolu's administration, saying the party was only doing that just to show its existence as one of the political platforms in the state.

"Look my dear brothers, we must be sincere with ourselves about what is going on in our sunshine states. When Akeredolu was sworn-in, I became so worried, not that I was doubting his competence but because the state has been embroiled with series of challenges that the poor masses will be eager for this administration to resolve.

"My love for him grows stronger, when he walk his talk on the payment of arrears that he inherited from his predecessor.

"He met seven months unpaid salaries and he has judiciously used the few funds in his disposal to clear six months. Despite clearing this arrears, Akeredolu has not derailed from prompt payment of workers salaries.

"This is a civil servants state. When you deny workers their salaries, already you have grounded the economy of the state. The workers are happy with him because the governor has made their welfarism one of his priorities.

"Akeredolu didn't stop there. Within one year in office, Akeredolu has completed the construction of 45kilomters of roads across the state.

"Today, the people living in Gaga, Abusoro, State High Court, Iwalewa, and Alagbaka SIB roads are now thanking him for reducing their agonies.

"Under Akeredolu's government, we will soon have our first flyover in the state sited in Ore. Go to Ese-Odo, Ikare, Owo, Ifedore, Idanre, you will see Akeredolu midas touch.

"Construction of 29 km of Oke-Agbe-Irun-Afin-Ese-Ogbagi Akoko road has commenced. Contractors are currently working on the 8km Akure-Oda dual carriageway road. The Governor, recently re-awarded the 28.5km Aboto/Atijere road in Ilaje for a contract sum of N8billion.

"Very soon, the government will complete the ongoing dualization of hospital road. These are the few of Akeredolu's achievements.

"On industrialisation, I am glad to say this that the last time we witnessed industrial revolution in the state was during regime of the first civilian governor of the state, late Chief Adekunle Ajasin.

"Akeredolu has brought back the old memories. Go to Ore, the state now have five functional industries. We now have textile, MDF plant, HDF plant, cassava-ethanol plant , paper mill and many more industries in Ondo State.

"In the health sector, many of us were of the opinion that Akeredolu would merge the Ondo State University of Medical Science with AAUA due to paucity of fund but Akeredolu has used his knowledge to salvage the issue.

"Today, the state has a functional teaching hospital. The Teaching hospitals both in Ondo and Akure are currently experiencing rapid transformation in human capacity and infrastructural development".

"People at the grassroots have not been shutout from this ongoing revolutions. Over 2000 boreholes have been repaired and reconstructed. Over 800 public schools have been renovated and reconstructed. Our farmers are now enjoying good road networks through Rural Access and Mobility Project (RAMP), if you think I have lied, go to Malege in Owo".

Hon. Akin-Thomas, however reaffirmed the commitment of the group to Akeredolu re-election's project, insisting that Akeredolu has made himself sellable to the electorates and the group will continue to propagate the achievements of his government.

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