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AMORAN reiterates commitment to Ogun's Building our Future Together Agenda

Chairman, Articulated Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN), Otunba Nurudeen Aina Alowonle has promised to sustain total support for the Building Our Future Together Agenda of the current administration in Ogun state.

Alowonle says the union has adopted healthy practices to change the public perception of commercial motorcycle owners and riders.

According to him, this is in line with the ethos of professionalism propagated by the Ogun State government.

He reassured that under his watch, AMORAN will continue to witness tremendous strides.

He said the 'Most Accommodating Transport Union of the year' award given to AMORAN recently was due recognition of the union's efforts in doing things differently.

Alowonle however urged members of the Union to adopt best safety practices in the wake of Covid-19's second wave.

AMORAN Chair, Nurudeen Alowonle gets Ogun West Excos' backing

Like it happened in Ogun East and Ogun Central senatorial districts, the executives of the Articulate Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN) in Ogun west senatorial district have followed suit to voice out in solidarity, their unalloyed and unwavering support for the Union's Chairman, Otunba Nurudeen Aina.

This was contained in a communique issued at the end of their weekly exco meeting on Tuesday, 24th of November, 2020.

The senatorial chairman, Alh. Babatunde Lawal disclosed that it was imperative to acknowledge the giant strides and landmark achievements of Otunba Nurueen Aina since he assumed office as the Chairman. He further stated that the executives are pleased with his approach to issues and roles in uniting members of the union, giving room for peace and tranquility.

"We wish to publicly declare our firm support for amiable, decent, knowlegdeable and performing Chairman, Otunba Nurudeen Aina Alowonle. We express maximum satisfaction at the legacy he has built so far and his penchant for unity among members of the union.

We considered all these and concluded that nothing is needed more than giving him our support to achieve more. He has demonstrated a vanguard leadership and we identify him as a man who wants the success of others. Our vote of confidence on him would not last for today alone, but throughout his tenure as the number one member of the Union. We pray that the Almighty Allah will continue to grant him the required wisdom to lead us", Lawal said.

Members at the meeting were; Alh. Babatunde Lawal (Ogun west senatorial chairman), Bankole Mohammed (Asst. Organising Secretary), Rafiu Elegbede (Asst. Treasurer), Olanase Ruben (Member) and Comrade S.A Odede (State Task Force 1).

AMORAN Excos in Ogun East pass vote of confidence on Alowonle


Executive members of the Articulate Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN) in Ogun East Senatorial District of Ogun State have passed a vote of confidence on the Chairman, Otunba Nurudeen Aina Alowonle for his stellar performance since assuming office.

The decision was unanimously taken by the executives at the weekly general meeting in Sagamu, where they also commended Alowonle for good services he has been rendering for the Union.

The message reads, "We, the entire executive members of AMORAN in Ogun east senatorial district hereby pass a vote of confidence on our able and articulate chairman, man of positive change, a true example of vanguard leadership, Otunba Nurudeen Aina for his giant strides and enviable style of leadership.

The way and manner in which our Chairman has handled the affairs of the Union is amazing. We are inspired by his leadership qualities. Otunba Alowonle and other State executives have done so well and we laud him for his numerous achievements. We have confidence in his ability and wisdom with which we know he will continue to pilot the affairs of the Union to success.

In just less than a year in office, he has succeeded in making an eventful and remarkable achievement. He has totally rebranded AMORAN in Ogun State and we are convinced that his leadership will take us to greater heights. We wish him the best in all his endeavours as we pray that the Almighty continues to grant him the required wisdom to do more exploits".

Present at the meeting were;

1. Comrade Lekan Akinola (AMORAN Chairman, Ogun east senatorial district)

2. Otunba Taofeek Sokoya (AMORAN Publicity Secretary)

3. Comrade Idowu Ogunnubi (Provost Marshall)

4. Comrade Oduyemi Tolulope (Asst. State Secretary, AMORAN)

5. Comrade Adebola Arowolo (Member)

6. Comrade Adebanjo Olayinka (Ex officio)

7. Comrade Tunde Adebajo (Task force II)

8. Alakija Rasheed (Member)

*NYCN IJEBU NORTH CONGRATULATES MOLUSI MICROFINANCE BANK OVER RECOGNITION FOR PROVIDING QUALITY SERVICES*

The leadership of the National Youth Council of Nigeria(NYCN),Ijebu North Local Branch ably led by Comrade Ogunleye Ismail has sent warmth congratulatory message to the the Management,Staff and Stakeholders of Molusi Microfinance Bank,Ijebu Igbo over the prestigious award of honour as the *_AFRICAN MOST INNOVATIVE BANK BRAND OF THE YEAR*_

The award was given by the World Quality Alliance in recognizing the bank for thriving in the path of success irrespective of the situation of the country at the moment.

In a release made available by the Publicity Secretary of the council,Comrade Abolaji Sobowale noted that the bank has proven beyond every doubt the quality of services that can be delivered through diligent and hard-working staff of the bank.

The award is a motivational instrument to thrill the workers of the bank to always give in their best the more for the purpose of taking the bank to a greater heights in the nearest future.

Comrade Sobowale once again congratulated the Management,Staff and Stakeholders of the bank for this great achievement which had earned the banking institution a good score.


E-SIGNED:
Comrade Abolaji Adeniyi Sobowale
Publicity Secretary,
NYCN,Ijebu North Local Branch.

Omo Ilu Foundation in Ifelodun hosts 41-days fidau prayer for Late Senator Buruji Kashamu


It is exactly forty-one days since the Ijebu Igbo born business mogul and philanthropist, Sen. Buruji Kashamu transited to the world beyond and candidly, the memories, good deeds and legacy he left behind have and will not be forgotten in many years to come.

In commemoration of this, members of Omo Ilu Foundation in Ago Iwoye, Oru, Awa and Ilaporu held 41-days fidau prayer at the Ago Iwoye town hall on Sunday, 20th of September, 2020. Not surprised, the event was well attended by people at the grassroots which further confirmed how much Kashamu was endeared to the 'common man'.

Notable dignitaries at the event included ; Hon. Kehinde Oluwadare (Ogun State's Commissioner for Youths and Sports), Prince Adeleke Shittu (Ogun PDP State Secretary), Chief Suraj Adeleye (Secretary, Omo Ilu Foundation), Barr. Durojaye and others.

The initiator of the program, Engr. Segun Kaka confessed that he found it difficult to believe that Sen. Kashamu is no more. He explained that Kashamu's death was too close for comfort, describing him as a man who lived for others. In his words, he said "Kashamu could be likened to a candle which consumes itself to provide light for others". Kaka further stated that he was opportuned to have learnt huge lessons from Kashamu before his death which had since earned him success and on this basis, he promised to hold Ramadan lecture for a decade in remembrance of Sen. Buruji Kashamu, whom he simply described as a legend and hero.

While paying tribute to the Late Senator, Prince Adeleke Shittu said his death was a big loss to Ijebu North, Ogun State and the South West at large. However, he took solace in the exemplary and successful life which Kashamu lived. Shittu expressed amazement that despite the numerous battles he faced from his adversaries, Kashamu has always come out victorious. This alone, according to Shittu, was an attestation to the fact that he was another Prophet sent by God. Finally, Shittu lauded Engr Segun Kaka and indeed, members of Omo Ilu Foundation in Ago Iwoye, Oru, Awa and Ilaporu for deeming it fit to offer prayers to the deceased. He prayed that Almighty God in His infinite mercy would continue to uplift and uphold him and grant his heart desires.

Guests at the event took turns to tell one unforgettable help or the other which Kashamu had rendered them while he was still among the living souls. They equally prayed for the peaceful repose of his soul and aljanat fridaus.

*AMORAN COMMENDS OGUN LABOUR LEADERS OVER SUSPENSION OF WARNING STRIKE*

The Articulate Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN), Ogun State Chapter, ably led by Otunba Nurudeen Aina Alowonle has lauded the decision of the labour union leaders to put an end to the warning strike embarked upon, few days ago.

In a statement made available by the State Publicity Secretary of the Union, Otunba Taofeek Sokoya, said it is imperative to note the consideration of the labour unions to go into dialogue with the government at a prompt time,and make deliberations over their wishes and came out with a finalized terms so as to return back to work.

The era of embarking on political motived industrial actions has gone,whereby labour leaders are sponsored by some elements to go against the government in the state.

Otunba Sokoya also lauded the Ogun State Government led by Prince Dapo Abiodun,MFR for his prompt and swift actions to call on the labour leaders for discussion.

The Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, MFR is truly a definition of "OMOLUABI" and he has been demonstrating the character since he became the Governor of the state by being proactive to matters that can bring a halt to the policies of the State, he added.


E-SIGNED :

Otunba Taofeek Sokoya
Publicity Secretary,
AMORAN, Ogun State.

*AMORAN Boss charges Union members on professional conduct while discharging their duty*

The Ogun State Chairman of the Articulate Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN), Otunba Nurudeen Aina Alowonle has called on the ticket sellers who are intermediaries between the commercial riders and the Union to employ a different approach while at work.

It is no gainsaying that apart from bad roads, reckless driving and non-compliance to traffic rules, another cause of road accidents for motorcycle riders is the inability of ticket sellers and commercial riders to engage in a civil manner.

The Chairman in an address delivered on Monday, urged the two concerned parties to map out a different means of transacting, which is devoid of hooliganism and capable of causing avoidable accidents. The Chairman explained that the rate at which accidents are caused through misunderstanding between the ticket sellers and commercial riders is becoming worrisome.

"First and foremost, let me commend the riders on how well they have heeded to the safety rules of COVID-19 as announced by health and government authorities. In the past weeks, we have been able to record stellar increase in the adherence to the COVID-19 safety measures.

However, another thing which has attracted the Union's attention is the questionable approach of our ticket sellers in hailing commercial riders to purchase their daily tickets. Truth be told, the whole of this blame can not be apportioned to our ticket sellers alone as there are good numbers of commercial riders who find ways of avoiding the purchase of tickets. The riders must know for a fact that the daily ticket is the guarantee of free access to operate.

I equally want to implore our ticket sellers to devise another means of mandating the riders to purchase their daily tickets other than the usually rough and absurd manner which poses danger to both the rider and the passenger", Alowonle said.


Finally, Otunba Aina charged the riders to continue adhering strictly to the COVID-19 safety measures and avoid overspeeding. He also enjoined them to obey traffic rules as they embark on their daily activity while praying that no evil shall befall them as they set out in search of their daily meals.

Matters Arising : Kashamu's death, the Adebutus and my appeal to the Bamgbose-led Ogun PDP Exco
August 28, 2020
By Sobowale Olayinka

Shall I wither and fall like an autumn leaf,
From this deep sorrow - from this painful grief?

How can I go on or find a way to be strong? Will I ever again enjoy life's sweet song?

Sometimes a warm memory sheds light in the dark

And eases the pain like the song of a Meadow Lark.

Then it flits away on silent wings and I'm alone; Hungering for more of the light it had shone.

Shall grief's bitter cold sadness consume me,
Like a winter storm on the vast angry sea?

How can I fill the void and deep desperate need
To replant my heart with hope's lovely seed?

Then I look at a photo of your playful smiling face
And for a moment I escape to a serene happy place; Remembering the laughter and all you would do, Cherishing the honest, caring, loving spirit of you.

Shall spring's cheerful flowers bring life anew
And allow me to forget the agony of missing you?

Will spring's burst of new life bring fresh hope
And teach my grieving soul how to cope?

Sometimes I'll read a treasured card you had given me And each word's special meaning makes me see, The precious gift of love I was fortunate to receive,
And I realize you'd never want to see me grieve.

Shall summer's warm brilliant sun bring new light, And free my anguished mind of its terrible plight?

Will its gentle breezes chase grief's dark clouds away,

And show me a clear path towards a better day?

When I visit the grave where you lie in eternal peace,

I know that death and heaven brought you release;

I try to envision your joy on that shore across the sea,

And, until I join you, that'll have to be enough for me.

For all the remaining seasons of my life on earth,

There'll be days I'll miss your merriment and mirth,

And sometimes I'll sadly long for all the yesterdays;

Missing our chats and your gentle understanding ways.

Yet, the lessons of kindness and love you taught me,

And the good things in life you've helped me to see;

Linger as lasting gifts that comfort and will sustain,

Until I journey to that peaceful shore and see you again.

- Seasons of grief by Belinder Stotler

It was a silent Saturday morning. Everything looked arranged to me as if the world would be on reset mode soon. I looked around, all I could see were dried leaves, painfully crying on the ground after dropping prematurely. I thought so deep, what could be the figurative meaning ? After a long thought, no answer came to my mind. I returned inside, picked my tooth brush and faced the bathroom. I had planned to visit a brother who had just returned from an official duty - Officer Taiwo Adebajo. Once I departed the bathroom, I picked my white short and green top. About to exit the room, my little son, Desmond called my name repeatedly, "Daddy, Daddy....". I looked back and gave him what I thought he wanted. Desmond is used to my early morning peck. He wouldn't watch me go out without having that.

I moved out of the room and called on my brother, Abolaji Sobowale, whom we had both planned to visit the Officer. He was equally set and off we went. It was about 11am when we departed our house. On reaching our destination, we were warmly welcomed. We had a long discussion on the death of Alhaji Fatai Adeyanju who was to be buried by 4pm that same day. I recounted to them (the Officer and my brother) how faithful the former National Treasurer was since I knew him. We talked about football too. Other discussions found in their ways. By evening time, we bade the Officer goodbye. In his usual manner, he escorted us to a junction near our house. We stopped and bought some oranges. As we were about to continue the stroll, we saw our friends and decided to exchange pleasantries. One thing led to the other and we were offered a seat. There, the tragic news met us. The phone call which has caused me so much trauma. The speaker said in a sorrowful voice, "Oga don mud". I was destabilised. I was grieved. It looked to me like the world would end soon. I remembered the dry leaves I saw in the morning. I recalled the morning feelings. Oh ! Could this be the tragic thing awaiting me? Maybe!

My brother, Abolaji Sobowale wept from that junction to our house. He didn't mind who was looking at him. Even though it was on a lockdown day and some of the shops didn't open, those who opened knew something terrible had happened to warrant Impact crying profusely. My legs were shaking. I was feeling serious cold. I managed to stand up, alongside Officer Adebajo. I received different calls with same question, "Is Kashamu truly dead ?". My lips became too heavy. I couldn't reply. Much as I tried holding it, I eventually broke down in tears. A mighty tree has fallen. "Alaanu Mekunnu" as he was fondly called was gone, the "Authority" has waved goodbye to the world. It was indeed a black Saturday in Ogun State. All through the night, I lost sleep. The memories we shared with him kept tormenting me peacefully. I asked in the silence of my heart, "could it be a joke ?". Will there be a rejoinder soon to debunk it ? No. It's all true. Senator Prince Buruji Kashamu had left us at a wrong time. On Sunday morning, we (Impact, Myself and Officer Adebajo) were in Ijebu Igbo before the arrival of his remains. A mammoth crowd awaiting his body and to confirm if he was truly dead as many were still in disbelief. Not long, an entourage arrived. I looked closely, anticipating Kashamu to come down in his usual manner and acknowledge cheers from the crowd. The crowd chanted, "Kashamu dide ! Kashamu dide ! Alaanu Mekunnu dide !!! (Kashamu, stand up, Kashamu stand up, Alaanu Mekunnu, stand up). They wanted to see him on his feet again. Nobody would have thought of Kashamu's death in twenty years to come. It came as a rude shock. Baba Sherifat was buried according to Islamic rites in his Ijebu Igbo countryhome and there, everything ended for a man who dedicated his life to love and justice for his fellow human beings.

In his lifetime, Kashamu was a such a cheerful and invigorating presence that one cannot easily forget his daunting historic tasks he set for himself. He single handedly fought impunity to a standstill in Ogun PDP, despite that it was a cause very hard to accomplish, he won. Through his own suffering, Kashamu became more alive to the plight and suffering of others. His life's work was not to champion those with wealth or power or connections. Rather, it was to give a voice to those who were not heard and give hope to the hopeless. He was an icon of humanity. While he was seen by his fiercest critics as partisan lighting rod, that is not the prism through which many like me saw him. He was a product of an age when the joy and nobility of politics prevented differences of Party and philosophy from becoming barriers to cooperation and mutual respect - a time when adversaries still saw each other as patriots. His was not a do-or- die affair. He was always of the opinion that once someone attains a leadership position, others must support to ensure he succeeds. He identified this as the only way to earn progress. Indeed, he came, he saw and he conquered. Let me borrow the words of Senator Amosun in his tribue to the Late Senator, "Love him or hate him, Senator Kashamu cannot be easily ignored". It's hard to say goodbye, it's hard to carry on with politics without the presence of the "Authority". Sadly, it is the end of an era.

Days after his death, a video surfaced online. It contained the video record of the phone conversation between the late Senator and billionaire lotto merchant, Chief Kessington Adebutu. I watched with dismay, how a supposed old man comfortably listened to the talks of a man on the sick bed. He was seemingly more concerned about his business than Kashamu's good health. The video sparked different reactions, with many condemning the lotto merchant for releasing such video, especially at that moment of grief. What could be the motive behind that ? In the video, Kashamu was begging Chief Adebutu to forgive him and give him another chance either to live and/or prove his sincerity. Chief Adebutu's reaction in the video has a whole lot of meaning. He feared Kashamu's sincerity and maybe that was why he didn't forgive him. Yes, I said he didn't forgive him ! Baba Adebutu and his son did not attend Kashamu's burial, neither were they present at his eight days fidau prayer and final outing ceremony. After all, a clear conscience fears no accusation.

Only the pretenders will not know the real reason behind Kashamu's appeal.

Well, that's more of a topic for 2023. The Adebutus were alleged to have rejoiced over Kashamu's death. If there wasn't enough evidence, the senselessly put together message by the media consultant to Ladi Adebutu was enough evidence.

The rivalry between Kashamu and the Adebutus started in 2016, when Ladi Adebutu, who had just been elected into the green chamber moved to hijack Ogun PDP structure. Despite commiting so much effort and money into the course, he failed woefully. The rivalry went from being political to personal and the rest is history. I know for sure, that the Almighty God will judge everyone accordingly.

I am appealing to the legally backed Ogun PDP Executives, led by Mr. Samson Bamgbose, to protect Kashamu's legacy. He died a champion and his hard work should not go down in vain. This structure should not accommodate the wicked ones and for no reason should anyone think of wasting Kashamu's efforts. This is what he lived, fought and died for and the only way to make him happy in heaven is to do his wish. Let us know that we are writing our epitaphs by our actions and inactions. May history be kind to us and may reason and good judgment prevail!

July 29th, 2020

*TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN*

I want to congratulate you on your one year in office and also use this medium to appreciate you for the way you have been able to impact the life of your people with various people-oriented projects in your constituency. I want to assure you that the Almighty God will reward all your efforts.

In the same vein, I want you to know that no man can satisfy human wants as the economists have affirmed this by saying that human wants are insatiable. I therefore want you to look beyond whatever criticism that may arise from any angle and just continue to dish out the dividends of democracy to your people, even according to your road maps.

Sir, I want to use this opportunity to bring to your notice a *"time bomb"* in our environment that is waiting to explore and that is the issue of unemployment. The rate of unemployment in the town is becoming alarming and hence the need for you as our leader to take a drastic and immediate action.

We know you to be a listening leader that has interest in the development of the youth and thus, we want you to take this into consideration.

Statistics has shown over the years that the rate of unemployment in Ijebu North is the highest in the entire state and that this has been contributing to the increase in the social menace in this part of the state. The statistics also shows that leaders are willing to help the youth but the youths are not ready to be helped as the Yoruba will say *" omo to ba sipa niya n gbe"* .

Today, I have come to realize that we the youths needs our leaders much more than they need us. We need them to build us and to mould us and to improve our standard of living but instead of us to move closer to them, we are running away from them and believing that they will come for us when they need us.

Sir, I want to use this rear opportunity to crave for your indulgence on the above subject matter by pleading with you to shealt your sword and make friends with enemy if need be, so that the teaming youth of this town can have what belongs to them and thereby building our empire.

It is important to note that this town is blessed with raw talents and materials that have never been tapped but can be of good use to the entire populace. Some of them have the love of the community but they lack the resources to put the love into action due to their unemployment status.

Finally sir, I want to plead with you to please consider the youth and help us to work towards developing them as they are our future and we need to secure our future by investing in them.

Thanks for taking your time to read this.

Yours

*Coker Ademola Olayemi*

The Articulate Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN) has written to congratulate the Executive Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun as he clocks 60 today, 29th of May 2020 which coincides with the Democracy day and marks his 365 days in office.

The Union conveyed warm felicitations to the Governor and prayer that God grants him many more years of commendable service to the people of the gateway State.

"The leadership of the Articulate Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN) in Ogun State uses this opportunity to honour a great leader and a peace loving Governor whose devotion to the course of the gateway State since assuming office has been legendary.

Your Excellency, you have been steadfast in defending the gains of our successful struggle to attain a good economy, thereby paving the way for the socioeconomic and political development of our dear State. We value the firm support of your Administration for all transport unions in the State and will continue to value your courage and ongoing efforts towards making sure that Ogun State continues to have global recognition in terms of the available resources. Indeed, the last 365days in Ogun State has characterised by unquantifiable progress and landmark achievements. Without mincing words, you have justified the confidence and trust reposed in you by the good people of Ogun State.

As you celebrate your 60th anniversary and 365 days in office, we identify with your strong will to rescue the State through the #Buildingourfuturetogether agenda and as you deservedly celebrate this glorious day, it is our prayer that Almighty God who has richly prospered you and ordered your steps will continue to bless you with good health and fulfillment in the many more years of worthy service ahead of you", the Union wrote according to a statement by its Publicity Secretary, Sokoya Taofeek.

BEING THE LECTURE DELIVERED BY COMRADE ABDULJABAR AYELAAGBE,THE CHAIRMAN,NATIONAL YOUTH COUNCIL OF NIGERIA(NYCN),OGUN STATE CHAPTER.

TOPIC: ROLE OF YOUTS IN NATION BUILDING,A PANACEA TO THE STATE GOVERNMENT PROJECTS ON YOUTH EMPOWERMENT,JOB CREATION CHALLENGES AMIDST COVID-19.


Distinguished platform members,

Good morning compatriots. My name, designation and probably abridged part of my profile was released by the Chief Admin.Simply Abdul-Jabar Ayelaagbe.

ABRIDGED PROFILE OF ABDUL-JABAR AYELAAGBE

Abdul-Jabar Ayelaagbe began his early education at Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat Arabic School, Lezlie, concurrently with western education at F. O. Ahmadiyya Pry School. His post primary education was at Anglican Grammar School, all in Ilaro and Area Community High School, Owode Yewa.

His penchant for advanced knowledge drove him to study Accountancy at the Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro; Studied Political Science at Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye, Ogun State and Studied for Masters of Science degrees in Public Administration at National Open University of Nigeria, where he graduated in 2004, 2008 and 2016 respectively.

Ayelaagbe holds certifications, and by extension membership, of some reputable professional bodies in Nigeria among which is the Nigerian Institute of Management. He is presently at the preparatory stage for his Ph.d in Public Policy.

In his bid to give empirical manifestation to some of the theoretical knowledge acquired, Abdul-Jabar has served at different corporate environments at different times. He worked at CFAO Technologies, Victoria Island, Lagos; El-Tahir Ahmadiyya School, Ilaro; Ogun State Hospital Management Board; Jamia Ahmadiyya; Ahmadiyya Technical (now Science) College and NSCDC where he currently displays uncommon leadership virtues; ranging from resilience to self-motivation, hardwork, integrity, kindheartedness and humility. He also cut job at The Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro and West African Examination Council.

Abdul-Jabar is a youth advocate, a Youth Leader and a passionate community man of note. The opportunities and privileges of his several offices has accorded him the rare qualification to represent the Youth of Ogun State at many local, National and International policy formulation, implementation and events across the Nation and beyond.

Ayelaagbe is presently the Ogun State Chairman of the National Youth Council of Nigeria, the umbrella body for all youth organizations in Nigeria, established in 1964 and reinvigorated by the National Youth Policy of 2001, 2009 and 2019 as the, apex, authentic and authoritative mouthpiece of the Nigerian Youth including all Voluntary Uniform Youth Organizations, Faith Based Youth Organization, Youth Focused Groups and Community-Based Youth Organizations.

He is also the National Vice President (Southwest), Majlis Khuddam (Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth Organization), Nigeria

Amidst other religious and non-religious commitments and leadership representations, the love for services to humanity led Ayelaagbe to establish an Organization named Develop Nigeria Initiative - a body dedicated to philanthropy, youth education and empowerment with substantial records of achievement since its establishment.

Abdul-Jabar is happily married to Ni'motallah and the marriage is blessed with children.

In the formative years of United States of America, Britain was the only first and only industrialised country in the world. She hid the secrets of Industrial Revolution from the rest so that she could have an edge in the global market. A young American, Samuel Slater, the son of a commoner residing in England at the time, learnt and memorised these secrets and went back home to divulge them for his country. This was a time America was far behind Britain. By early 19th century, the brave and patriotic effort of young Slater narrowed the gap between England and America. This bravery and patriotism did not go unnoticed. He was appreciated and compensated. This compensation from the government encouraged and motivated other youths in other spheres of life to take project of nation-building as a collective responsibility and thus, the proud USA that we glorify today.


The greatness of USA and many other Nations of the World has intrinsic link and contributions of youth and thus makes the topic of discussion this afternoon, the Role of Youth in Nation building a panacea to Ogun state government projects on youth empowerment and job creation challenges amidst COVID 19 apt and instructive given the changing narratives in several parts of the world where destinies of Nations are being trusted in the hands of younger generations with appreciable results. Youth are the foundation of a society; their energies, inventiveness, character and orientation define the pace of development and security of a nation. Through their creative talents and labour power, a nation makes giant stories in economic development and socio-political attainments. In their dreams and hopes, a nation founds her motivation, on their energies; She builds her vitality and purpose. The future of a Nation is assured because of their dreams and aspiration. Youths are the building blocks of every developed Nation. They are the cornerstone of sustainable development and greatest possession for Nation building and/or National Development. The stronger the youth of a State or country, the more developed that State or country.


Nigerian State developments have not been as it ought to have been largely because combinations of factors. One of which, which is in tune with the subject of discussion this afternoon, is the lips services play on youth developments by successive leadership at virtually all cadres of our National leadership as a Country. If States of Nigeria and indeed Nigerian states is to get things rights, we need to refocus our attention to developments of our youth population.


The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) was established in 1964 and reinvigorated by the National Youth Policy of 3rd February, 2001, that of 2009 and 2019 as the umbrella body, apex, authentic and authoritative mouthpiece for the Nigerian youth (including all Voluntary Uniform Youth Organizations, Faith Based Youth Organizations, Community Based Youth Organizations and Youth Focused Groups with Chapters and Branches in all States and Local governments in Nigeria. For the purpose of coordinating young people towards global standards in the realization of their full potentials, dreams and aspirations, and being responsible to themselves and contributing positively to the development of their communities and the Nation at large.


*National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN)* represents the youth of Nigeria at International Youth bodies such as the World Assembly of Youth, Commonwealth Youth Council, Pan- African Youth Union and many more. The Youth Council carries out extensive responsibilities which includes but not limited to the followings;

Serving as link between the government and the youth constituency.

Meaningful representation of youths in decision making process at all levels.

Creating opportunities for the development of young people in the sphere of academics, sports, vocational, and career guidance.

Provide opportunities for leading, training through organized conferences, workshops, cross fertilizations of ideas locally and internationally.

Active mobilization of youth for social and developmental activities at all levels of government.

Serve as leadership training ground for youth.

Serves as meeting point for youth of different religious, ethnic and social background.


Unfortunately, the concept youth, like all other social concepts are victim of definitional pluralism. Scholars and relevant stakeholders in youth affairs do not have a uniform opinion on who a youth is. This may not be unconnected with a Scholar postulation that "every thinkers even the most abstract one will be deeply affected by prevailing socioeconomic conditions of his days. To Wiki, a youth is a young person who has not yet reached adulthood and refers to the time period before you become an adult. Youth is the time of life when one is young, and often means the time between childhood and adulthood. It is a period between childhood and adulthood or a period of transition between childhood to adulthood.


United Nations adopts 15 to 24. African Youth Charter adopts 15 to 35. Nigeria National Youth Policy adopts 15 to 29.


As at the moment in Ogun State we have 43 Organizations while if we must count those affiliates to the Youth Council at the local government levels in Ogun State. We may have up to 1,347 Youth Organizations that are affiliate to NYCN OGUN STATE including our local government branches accross the 20 local government areas of the State. The Organization that are allowed to affiliate to the Youth Council at the state level are Youth Organizations whose strength cut across ⅔ of the local government areas in Ogun State.


At the State level, only Organization that affiliates are organizations which have real existence in the ⅔ of the 20 local government

For instance

Of the listed 43 Youth organization listed at the state level are

1. The Boys Brigade

2. The Girls Brigade

3. Majlis Khuddamul Ahmadiyya of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat

4. The Royal Ambassadors of the Nigerian Baptist Church

5. Catholic Youth Organizations of the Catholic Church

6. African Church Youth Association of African Church

7. Man O War

8. Ansarudeen Youth Association of Nigeria

9. Youth wing of the Nigerian Red Cross Society

Among many others. We have Itori Youth Development association in Ewekoro local government,

we have Owode Yewa Youth Forum in Yewa South local government,

We have Iperu Youth in Ikenne local government.
I just pick one community Youth in each of the senatorial Districts of Ogun State. I do not think there is any local government where the youth Associations there is less than 100.


The youth groups in the local government affiliate to the Council in their local government of operations and through there they participate in the bigger body at the state, having the opportunity to meet with, change notes with Youth of different communities and local government at the state level. They use their local government banner to benefit from the States,while we all use the National body platform to benefits from the National goodies and also use it to tap into opportunities beyond the shores of Nigeria,West Africa and the entire world.

Membership of NYCN in Ogun State runs into tens of thousands in all local government areas of the State.


Ogun State is known for not only being first in everything good but we are always the best in many things.

As a council we have our online platform where youth of Ogun State register https://www.nycnogun.ng/register.php

More information about the Youth Council can be gotten via our website www.nycnogun.ng or mail us via info@nycnogun.ng



Thank you Sir.

COVID-19 Lockdown: Ogun Youth Lauds Abiodun over additional 20,000 Youth's palliative, score him high on youth appointment.

The leadership of youth of Ogun State under the aegis of National Youth Council of Nigeria, Ogun State Chapter, has applauded innumerable gestures of Prince Dapo Abiodun led administration in the State.

In a release dated April 29, 2020, signed by the Ogun State Chairman of the Council, Com. Abdul-Jabar Ayelaagbe and made available to newsmen at Ogun Youth House, MKO Stadium, Kuto, Abeokuta, the Youth Chairman appreciated the government for the promise of additional palliative to twenty thousand youths in the State.

The statement read in parts,

"I am most delighted to appreciate, on behalf of the leadership and entire youth of Ogun State, the promise of additional twenty (20,000) thousand palliative to one thousand (1,000) vulnerable youth in each of the twenty local government areas of the State by our amiable Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, MFR. This statement of His Excellency while receiving His Imperial Majesty, Alayeluwa Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi at the Arcade ground for the donation of two motorised modular fumigators to the State demonstrated the special premium placed on the youth of the State by our youth loving Governor."

The statement noted that the package will make it the third round of palliative to the youth constituency in Ogun State since the commencement of lockdown. "The 20,000 targeted youth palliative, when released, will make it the third round of palliative to the youth of Ogun State since the federal government declared a lockdown for FCT, Lagos and Ogun State few weeks ago.

"It is noteworthy to appreciate the government for the incoming and previous gestures extended to the youth, which includes but not limited to appointments of youth in various positions and engagements of several youths of the State in the Anchor Borrowers programme among others," Ayelaagbe said.

Ayelaagbe, on behalf of the entire youth of the State, thanked the Governor for being an empathetic leader who listens to the plight of the citizenry. He further extended the goodwill message of the youths to continuously rally support on the 'Building our Future Together' agenda of the present administration for vertical and horizontal development of Ogun State.

*IJEBU NORTH APPRECIATES GOV.DAPO ABIODUN OVER RELIEF MATERIALS*

The leadership of the youth of Ijebu North local government under the aegis of National Youth Council of Nigeria,Ijebu North Local Branch ably led by Comrade Ogunleye Ismail has on behalf of other executives appreciated the executive governor of the state,Prince Dapo Abiodun,MFR for considering the youths in the distribution of the relief materials across the state.

The materials which was distributed to the three Senatorial district which Ijebu North Local Branch got her share from the Ogun East Senatorial District.

Comrade Ogunleye noted that about forty vulnerable youths were beneficiaries of the relief materials from the state government. And many of the youth were happy receiving the material at the prompt moment considering what many have being going through at this trying period of Covid-19 pandemic.

The relief materials were distributed among the youth groups of different youth organizations which include Man O War, Boys Brigade,Girls Brigade,Nasfat Youth Wing,Redeemer Youth,Ahmadiyah youth, several youth groups belonging to Youth in the Community across the local government comprising Ijebu Igbo,Oru-Awa-Ilaporu and Ago Iwoye; among many others

The coordinator,Comrade Ogunleye also thanked the Ogun State Chapter's Chairman of the National Youth Council of Nigeria,Comrade Ayelaagbe Abduljabar for his relentless efforts in bringing the youth constituency in the state closer to the government.


E-SIGNED:
Comrade Ogunleye Ismail
Coordinator,
National Youth Council of Nigeria,
Ijebu North Local Branch.

19th April,2020.


*NYCN IJEBU NORTH BRANCH APPRECIATES DONORS OF RELIEF MATERIALS*

The Ijebu North Branch of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) under the leadership of *_Comrade Ogunleye Ismail*_ sent his warmth greetings and appreciation to meaningful sons and daughters of the soil for contributing in their own ways to cushion the hardship facing the youths at this crucial period of COVID-19.

2. In a press release by the Coordinator of the youth association in the local government,and made available by the Publicity Secretary, Comrade Abolaji Sobowale noted that the executives of the association at the local branch are pleased with the response of the donors when contacted in putting smiles on the faces of the less privileges in the area, especially the youths.

3. It was to the glory of God that the relief materials came at the point it has to be dolled out to some of the youths who are not financially capable at this period of lockdown in the area based on the directives of the Federal Government as a result of the outbreak of Coronavirus pandemic.

4. About 300 youths benefitted from the relief materials across the local government; Ijebu-Igbo,Oru-Ijebu and Ago-Iwoye.

5. We are glad to note that the donors were prompt and ready to partner with the association considering the limited time frame of notification and their quick response.

6. On behalf of the executives members of the association,we say a very big thanks to our donors who came to the need of the association at this point in time.

7. We will forever be grateful over this,and we hold the gesture esteemly high.

Thanks once again.

Build the Youth... Build the Nation!


*E-SIGNED:
Comrade Abolaji Adeniyi Sobowale
Publicity Secretary
NYCN,IJEBU NORTH.*

*NYCN-IJEBU NORTH APPRECIATES RT. HON. ABDEL-MAJID ADESEGUN ADEKOYA (ATTACKER)*

On behalf of the entire Youth Council in *Ijebu North/Ijebu East/Ogun Waterside Federal Constituency,* I wish to appreciate our amiable representative in person of *Rt. Hon. Abdel-Majid Adesegun Adekoya, the Deputy Minority Whip of the Federal House of Representatives* for deeming it fit to involve the youth in the packaging and distribution of his proposed palliative gifts in the Federal Constituency.

This has really shown to us that you believe in our capability and that you also see us as an important entity in the community.


Even as we want to say a big thank you to you for entrusting us with such a critical assignment, We also want to promise you that we will deliver your messages to our people at the appropriate time and that we will continue to stand for integrity and never loss our relevancy.

*Stay Safe and Remain Blessed*

*Comrade Coker Ademola Olayemi*
*Secretary, NYCN-IJEBU NORTH*

*Ogun PDP suspends Bayo Dayo with One Million Naira fine.*

The State Working Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State on Friday, 28th February, 2020 during a press conference announced the suspension of the State Party Chairman, Engr. Adebayo Dayo.

Addressing the press on behalf of the State Working Committee, the State Party Secretary, Alhaji Semiu Sodipo said Engr. Bayo Dayo engaged in several anti party activities and also disregarded the National symbol of our party, the National Chairman, Prince Uche Secondus. He revealed that the State Working Committee unanimously agreed at their meeting to recommend the suspension of the Chairman to the National body of the party for approval.

Alhaji Sodipo while explaining reasons for their alignment with the National body said "Ogun State State lost three previous consecutive elections due to the fact that a faction of the Party in Ogun State led by Senator Buruji Kashamu has been sabotaging the peaceful moves by genuine lovers of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State".

According to him, PDP in Ogun State is now one and united because the State Working Committee members and the State Executive members are now clamouring for peace in one accord - the State Working Committee members and the State Executive members are one.

It is evident that Engr. Adebayo Dayo does not have support of members of the State Working Committee and the Executive, "he is just doing a one-man show - there's no provision for stakeholders in PDP constitution, it is either the State Working Committee members or the State Executive members that are empowered by the Constitution to take decisions on behalf of the Party. Only the Chairman can't take decision for the party".

On the proposed congress by Engr. Adebayo Dayo - "it is just a one-man decision". The State Working Committee members and State Executive members are not in support of the proposed Congress, "we are waiting for the directives of the National Working Committee concerning Ogun Peoples Democratic Party's Congress".

"Ogun PDP State Working Committee members and State Executive members recommended to the National Working Committee the suspension of Engr. Adebayo Dayo from the party with a fine One Million naira (#1,000,000) as provided by the Party constitution for anti-party-peace moves and abusing the National Chairman and the National Working Committee".

Also in attendance at the press conference were the State Deputy Chairman, Hon. Boye Adesina, State Youth Leader, Hon. Femi Alao, State Woman Leader, Chief (Mrs) Remilekun Olusoji, State Auditor, Alhaji Ibrahim Adedeji, State Treasurer, Alhaji Moruf Ajisegiri, Ogun West Vice Chairman and Senatorial Chairman for Ogun West, Hon. Leye Odunjo and Ogun East Vice Chairman, Hon. Daisi Akintan. Also in attendance were the six Local Government party Chairmen in Ogun Central.

*US CONSUL GENERAL VISITS OGUN PDP*

The United States Consul General, Claire Pierangelo on Monday, 27th January, 2020, paid a courtesy visit to the leading opposition party in Nigeria, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ogun state Chapter to interact with the opposition party and feel the pulse of the opposition for the purpose of enhancing true democracy.

The delegation which also included the Political Officer of the United States Consulate General office in Lagos, Jillian Itharat was received in the State Capital, Abeokuta by the PDP Deputy National Chairman (South) Elder Yemi Akinwonmi and notable leaders of the party across the state.

In her remarks, the Consul General stated that their visit to Ogun State was borne out of the need to know how opposition parties are contributing to the entrenchment of true democracy in Nigeria while she implored the PDP leaders not to relent in providing vibrant opposition to the government in power to keep the government on its toes for the purpose of strengthening true democracy.

The party leaders at the event took turns to acquaint the visitors of the various efforts that the opposition has been taken to ensure the present government deliver dividends of democracy to the populace.

In his response to the remarks made by the Consul General, Elder Akinwonni expressed the party's appreciation to the Consul General and her team for deeming it fit to visit Ogun state, he promised that the party would not relent in providing a credible opposition to the ruling party. He also used the opportunity to inform the delegation about the roles played by a National Leader of the party in Ogun State, Hon. Oladipupo Adebutu in ensuring a capable and strong opposition in Ogun State.

Some of the other prominent leaders at the event include Chief Kolapo Ogunjobi, Alhaja Jemila Opeyemi Alagbe, Cheif Zacheus Oyekunle, Princess Ronke Ogunremi, Mrs Job Oriola, Elder Sunday Soledolu, Mr Segun Sowunmi and a host of others.

Shortly after the open meeting with the entire party leaders, the US Consulate General delegation and some leaders led by Elder Akinwonmi entered a closed door meeting that lasted for about one hour.

*Re : Constituency Project, Ogun Lawmaker Three Classrooms cost N16 Million*
*- Misrepresentation of facts*

The attention of Ladi Adebutu Democratic Organisation (LADO) has been drawn to a false report making rounds that the Chairman, House Committee on Rural Development at the 8th National Assembly, Hon. Oladipupo Adebutu nominated the sum of N48 million to construct three classrooms as constituency project during his successful stint at the Federal House of Representatives between 2015 and 2019.

We implore the faceless reporter to do something better with the pen rather than concocting baseless and untrue stories. The idea of blackmailing a notable, reputable and responsible Representative to earn cheap popularity and boost the status of their news site is outrightly meaningless. The whole thing points to the fact that the author lacks the required information on how projects/contracts are awarded and therefore, should be disregarded outrightly.


Setting the records straight, every well meaning and well informed Nigerian is aware that costs allotted and approved for projects are usually not the decision of any Legislator. To further educate the author, we wish to state that the responsibility of Honorable members of the House of Representatives is to facilitate/agitate for projects in their respective constituencies based on the needs of their people and NOT to award nor execute projects. When projects are approved and budgeted, the relevant/concerned Agency or Ministry after adherence to the Public Procurement Act will award the projects to qualifed contractors for execution with regards to the provisions made in the budget.

Laying claim that Hon. Adebutu nominated a certain amount for a particular project is senseless and utterly absurd when there are specified and standard costs for all types of projects. Should there be a reason for questioning, the author is advised to contact the contractor in charge of the project for necessary answers and stop this unethical act of spreading untrue stories. The unintelligent author should always endeavour to put facts together before intentionally coming to misinform the general public.

Lastly, we urge the general public to see this condemnable report as fruitless effort aimed at tarnishing the reputable image of Hon. Oladipipo Adebutu. With the explicit explanation above, every sane mind would know that there is no iota of truth in the gibberish being circulated by the author.

Signed
Afolabi Orekoya
Media Consultant, Ladi Adebutu Development Organisations

Yesterday, I joined sons and daughters of Sagamu to celebrate the 35th annual Sagamu day anniversary. It was indeed a remarkable event and I seized the opportunity to distribute helmets to motorcycle riders across Remo Federal constituency. This is to further ensure their safety while at duty. I'll do more of this if elected as AMORAN Chairman in Ogun State. We can not continue to hold Government responsible for everything. There are a lot of plans and programmes that could be initiated to better lives of our riders without waiting for government's input.

Igbega Ipinle Ogun, ojuse gbogbo wa ni...

Ilosiwaju AMORAN lo je mi l'ogun.

*_NIGERIA @ 59 : ADEBUTU SALUTES NIGERIANS ON INDEPENDENCE, PREACHES UNITY_*

As today marks exactly fifty-nine years proclamation of Nigeria's independence which brought an end to British rule; a member of the 8th National Assembly, Hon. (Dr.) Oladipupo Adebutu has joined other patriotic Nigerians in the celebration.

According to a statement issued by his media assistant, Afolabi Orekoya on Monday, Adebutu urged Nigerians to be prayerful for the country and believe in her return to the right path.

"I congratulate Nigerians on the occasion of Nigeria's 59th Independence anniversary. As a nation, we have to thank God for the giant strides made so far. Nigeria as a nation has a lot more to do in order to overcome the numerous challenges - terrorism, sluggish economic growth, youth unemployment and many others. These problems look almost insurmountable but of course they are not. We only need a good leadership to transform the misfortunes of our dear nation into fortunes. While making efforts to build a perfect union along the lines of the vision of our founding fathers, we as Nigerians must remain together".

Adebutu further charged Nigerians to work relentlessly against violence. He admonished them to always be proud of their country and desist from acts that are inimical to the continued corporate existence of the country.

"As we celebrate Nigeria's independence today, there can be no better way to mark the day than to resolve to be good leaders and followers as it is been widely said that people get the kind of leaders they deserve", he said.

*2019 OJUDE OBA: Ladi Adebutu felicitates with Awujale, Ijebu Sons and Daughters.*

Hon(Dr) Oladipupo Adebutu has expressed a warmth congratulatory message to the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona over the successful hosting of the 2019 edition of annual Ojude Oba festival. The colourful festival which was held at the palace pavilion witnessed many social groups(regberegbe) paying homage to the king. Among the prominent groups in Ijebuland, the Egbe Gbobaniyi Okunrin Akile Ijebu, which Hon Adebutu is the Agbaakin, was not left out of the annual event.

While congratulating the Awujale, Hon(Dr) Oladipupo Adebutu extolled Oba Adetona's virtue as an amiable and open minded person whose reign has brought unprecedented developments to the entire Ijebuland. He also enjoined the people of Ijebuland to continue their support for the king, as well to remain peaceful and law abiding.

He also rejoiced with the sons and daughters of Ijebuland for witnessing another successful Ojude Oba festival and prayed for journey mercies back to their various destinations.

Like the previous years, this year's Ojude Oba was also fun galore at the famous Ijebu Ode club where Hon Adebutu hosted friends, political leaders and well wishers to a rousing reception. The popular Apala maestro, Musiliu Haruna Ishola and the popular G-Melody high-life band treated guests that filled the 2000 capacity marquee with thrilling songs.

The reception atmosphere was made glamourous and glitzy by Astoria Events who provided high class entertainment for the event.

Signed
Afolabi Orekoya
Media Consultant Ladi Adebutu Development Organisation

RAMADAN 2019:YARO-ADE FELICITATES WITH MUSLIM BROTHERS AND SISTERS

As the ramadan fasting commenced in every part of the world yesterday,Alhaji Mustapha Adewale Ismahil fondly called YARO-ADE has sent out his greetings to the Muslim brothers and sisters.

In his speech,he urged the Muslims to take advantage of this holy month to move closer to God and also note that it is the holiest days in the year. Meanwhile,he charged Islamic faithfuls to know the importance of this period.

In addition,he made it known that the country at large needs our prayers at this point in time,making reference to the happenings within the country ranging from kidnapping,ritual killings,Boko Haram attacks in some parts of the country.

He prayed fervently to our almighty God to guide and take Nigeria out of this trying periods. And make the land a conducive one for us to live in.

Signed:
Alhaji Mustapha Adewale Ismahil,
Ogun State NURTW Chairmanship Candidate.
7th May,2019.

GROUP ADOPTS PDP AND APOSTLE BIODUN SANYAOLU CANDIDATURE

Ahead of the coming polls,Immaculate Nigeria Movement endorsed the candidature of Apostle Biodun Sanyaolu as well as other PDP candidates.

The group's chairman Mr Seyi Oliyide noted that he has known Apostle Sanyaolu for his good deeds far back during his days as Commissioner for Cooperatives and Community Development and he is still doing much more when he's not in government any longer.

Hon Biliaminu Owolabi Odunewu, Abeokuta South State constituency II candidate,thanked the group for choosing to identify with the PDP.


In his speech,Apostle Biodun Sanyaolu thanked the members of the group and assured them that the next government to be formed in Ogun State is of PDP,and ready to serve humanity with the fear of God.

Moreso,he assured them that they will not be disappointed as PDP in the past has been known to be a party that is friendly to all sundry in the state.

GOSPEL OF THE PARTY MOVED TO ISMAN SOCIETY

In continuous efforts to preach the gospel of our dear party,the campaign trail moved down to the members of the Islamic Musician Association of Nigeria(ISMAN),Abeokuta chapter.

The chairman of the society,Alfa AbdulAzeez Olowolayemo in his speech made it known that their society has concluded plans to work for the success and victory of the party in the coming polls.

Hon Sakiru Sanusi and Hon Biliaminu Owolabi Odunewu,House of Assembly candidates of Abeokuta South State constituency I and II respectively, urged the members of the society to make their decision a non going back.

Apostle Biodun Sanyaolu noted that the partnership about to be formed is an everlasting one. Also,he noted that the coming polls should be PDP all the way as this only will bring opportunity to enjoy more of the dividends of democracy.

Present in the campaign train are Chief Kola Sorinola,Chairman Ogun State PDP Elders' Forum, Hon.Bola Taiwo, PDP chairman,Abeokuta South among other leaders.

*OGUN 2019: Olomore Community endorses ABS, BLB, others for victory*

_.........says PDP only option for the People
_

The Senatorial ambition of Apostle Biodun Sanyaolu, People's Democratic Party (PDP) Senatorial Candidate for Ogun Central, and that of Barrister Bimbo Lanre Balogun, received a great boost today Saturday 19th of January following their endorsement by Olomore Community, the apex body of the Owogunle, Atileyin Oluwa, Alakaloko, Araromi Central and Elemere Community all in Olomore in Abeokuta North local government.

Giving the endorsement at Araromi Central Community during a visit by the Senatorial Candidate to the leaders of the communities.

The Community Coordinator Alhaji Sarafadeen Bello said, "they want him to know that the communities in Olomore have resolved to vote for the PDP across board in the forthcoming elections. Apostle Biodun Sanyaolu is our brother and has done very well during his tenure as the State Commissioner for Community and Cooperative Development in the state.

You can be sure that when Community leaders come out publicly to endorse a particular candidate, there is no going back on their plans. So you can be rest assured that we will vote for you and all PDP candidates. You are the only one that have recognised us and come to us for support and we promise we will not disappoint you, Alhaji Bello added.

In his response, the Senatorial Candidate Apostle Biodun Sanyaolu noted that he has always loved and worked with the communities in all the political offices he has held, describing them as Peace loving and development conscious people.He assured them of what ABS will do if elected

(1)Regular Consultation with the People
(2)The Community are to decide what project should be in their comminity.
(3)To Sponsor a bill seeking to recognize the CDA's as the unrecognized 4th tier government.

Apostle Biodun Sanyaolu noted the reasons why our people have to bring back PDP back to government, most especially at this time we have someone like Senator Prince Buruji Kashamu as the governorship candidate of the PDP.

He made it clear why Senator Prince Buruji Kashamu must be voted as the next governor of the state. He said, apart from being a philanthropist, he is also a man that cares more about his people, and ready at all times to give back to humanity.

The heads of each community pledged their supports to work for the success of PDP in the coming elections.

Some of the communities leaders present are: Alhaji Sarafadeen Bello, Alhaji Elemere, Mr Lateef Kushimo, Mrs Asamu, Alhaji G A Shoneye, Elder Adegboyega Busari, Pright Ajumuda Ogunsola among others.

*MY ASPIRATION; A DIVINE ONE BY GOD*

Shortly after the Independent Nationals Electoral Commission (INEC) released the final publication of candidates' names ahead of the forthcoming elections, *Apostle Biodun Sanyaolu* has given God almighty the praises just as he reference God in the whole journey.

*Apostle Biodun Sanyaolu*, the Ogun Central Senatorial candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party was happy after the publication of candidates' final list,jubilations went on among his family, friends, supporters, well wishers and other party faithfuls.

In responding with joyful heart, he appreciated God on how the journey started, even when he never dreamt of contesting, the ambition might have not gone far like this if not for God.

He also commended the relentless efforts of the leading leader of the party *Senator Prince Buruji Kashamu*, who doubled as the Senator representing the Ogun East Senatorial district, and also the Gubernatorial candidate of PDP in Ogun State.

*Apostle Sanyaolu* described *Senator Kashamu* as a dogged fighter for rule of law to take its course. And also a firm man even in the face of his adversaries.

He enjoined party members to work as a unite family to defeat the opposition in the coming polls, as he noted that Ogun State used to be a PDP state.

*_OGUN CENTRAL RACE:APOSTLE BIODUN SANYAOLU MOST QUALIFIED_*

The strength of a man is not the paper hr possesses,rather in the knowledge and experiences he has acquired over the years.

Apostle Biodun Sanyaolu remains most qualified among other candidates for the great task ahead. This was the attestation of the people when feasibility studies were taken round the senatorial districts.

A seasoned politician,with vast knowledge about the political situation of the senatorial districts over the years. He has played actively and strong role in the inauguration of some past governors of the state. This which has enabled him to gather the needed strength over other candidates.

A vote for him,is a vote for the liberation of the entirety of Ogun Central Senatorial District.

ABS...Ability to serve humanity with the fear of God.

OGUN 2019: Court reiterates orders mandating PDP, INEC to recognise delegates, candidates endorsed by Adebayo Dayo-led Exco

The Federal High Court sitting in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital on Friday reiterated its order directing the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to accept and process only the list of delegates and candidates submitted by the Engr. Adebayo Dayo-led Ogun State Executive Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in respect of the 2018 National Convention of the party and the 2019 general election.

The Dayo-led Exco is backed by the lawmaker representing Ogun East Senatorial District, Senator Buruji Kashamu.

The court delivered a ruling on Friday in an application seeking to set aside the orders made by the court on the 2nd of October, 2018 compelling all the defendants, including INEC and PDP to accept and recognise the Adebayo Dayo- led Exco of the PDP.

While handing down the ruling, the court dismissed the application seeking to set aside the order of the 2nd of October, 2018 and proceeded to reaffirm the orders.

The court further stated that it did not give any order stopping the National Convention of the PDP but only directed the party to accord recognition to the list of delegates attached as Schedule A to the motion for interlocutory injunction.

For the avoidance of doubt, the court ordered all the defendants to accord recognition to the plaintiffs' list of delegates and candidates.

With this order, the PDP and the commission are duty bound to accept and process the list of delegates and candidates submitted by the Dayo-led Exco. Anything short of this wound render nugatory the outcome of the convention.

Observers are of the view that the latest ruling by the court affords the PDP to show that it has rebranded by obeying the court orders and save itself the hassles of exposing the National Convention to needless danger and risk of going against various subsisting judgments and orders in favour of the Dayo-led Ogun State PDP Executive.

This is not Shittu Adebayo of Oyo State...

faaz24:
Shittu again?




OH, this one is from ogun state, he sure knows what skipping NYSC can cause.

An economist, Otunba Adeleke Shittu has emerged as the candidate of the Ogun State Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in next year's governorship election in the state.

Shittu was declared the winner of the party’s primary, which held Sunday at the expansive State secretariat of the party in Abeokuta, the state capital.

Shittu polled 1979 votes out of 1994 total votes cast at the election.

Two aspirants obtained nomination form for the exercise but the former National Auditor of the party, Alhaji Fatai Adeyanju stepped down from the race.

Addressing newsmen at the end of the exercise, the Ijebu-Igbo born politician promised to reposition Ogun State for greatness.

“I want to contest, not to manage the monthly allocations from the Federal Government because I am already aware of the huge indebtedness of the state to both local and foreign creditors, but to create a conducive environment to harness the potential and resources of the state and create wealth for the people," Shittu said.

The candidate was until recently one of the moving minds behind the non-governmental and philanthropic organisation known as Omoilu Foundation.

My purported expulsion from PDP is a huge joke–Kashamu


The lawmaker representing Ogun East Senatorial District at the National Assembly, Senator Buruji Kashamu has once again faulted his purported expulsion and three other leaders from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), describing it as "a huge joke".

Senator Kashamu, the State PDP Chairman, Engr. Adebayo Dayo; State Secretary, Alhaji Semiu Sodipo and a former member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Segun Seriki were purportedly expelled from the party last week.

He said the action was illegal and unconstitutional, going by the provisions of the party’s constitution, particularly Article 57 (6) which says "Any decision taken against a member who has not been informed of the charges against him or has not been given any opportunity of defending himself shall be null and void”.

Speaking during the Ogun PDP stakeholders meeting in Ijebu-Igbo on Sunday, the Ijebu-Igbo born politician said the purported expulsion would not stand.

"I find the purported expulsion not only laughable but illegal. The PDP constitution clearly stipulates the procedure for suspending members from the party.

"The National Working Committee (NWC) did not act in accordance with the constitution of the party.This, for me, clearly represents a new level of illegality and political brigandage by the anti-democratic forces that have hijacked our dear party for their own selfish motives,” Kashamu said.

He said everything was being done politically and legally to resolve the issue, adding that the procedure for disciplining erring party members was clearly spelt out in the PDP constitution and should be adhered to.

The lawmaker assured aspirants in the party in the State to carry on with their work, assuring them that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had complied with the court judgement that recognised Engr. Adebayo Dayo as the authentic Ogun PDP Chairman in a letter addressed to the national headquarters of the party on the 12th April, 2018.

*S O S ; A Colossus Among His Peers*

Life, man and its existence is HISTORY and for the world to be a better place for me and you and our coming generations, HISTORY must not be forgotten.

Man only live within his capacity and give within his generosity but transform the society with his passion and sincerity to humanities. Our society will never witness that transformational change we are dreaming of if we fail to realize the true agents of the change.

Passion to liberate is not when one attains power but when one has nothing.
Sunday Onabanjo Sobowale has been a consistent hunter for humanitarian services with the passion to liberate good people of Ijebu Igbo from the shackles of hungry politicians who have only in the past, swindle the resources of our precious town and left it in a pitiable condition. Let the road for better transformation be paved by giving our utmost support to a man of his words and good leadership traits.

His positive characters and passion to liberate the people of Ijebu Igbo and its environs could be trace to his days some years back in political geographical entity.

He is called SOS by friends but do we really know what that means?
This stand for SOUL OF SUAVITY. He is an eloquent communicator, a rugged freedom fighter and a silent achiever. These are attributed to his zeal and stand as the motivation behind his aspiration.

Good people of Ijebu Igbo, the time has come to work and walk towards our agent of transformational change, the real change. If we sit and never do our obligations, our coming generations will never forgive us.

Herodotus, a great philosopher and historian once said, " until you put a man with no heart hole into the control of your life history, your history will always be an illusion". SOS has no heart hole for political corruption. In him, our trust and future is certainly secured.

The Power In The People is Greater Than The People In Power. With God, all things are possible.