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Abiodun Fetes Ministers Of Ogun Origin, Task Them On ‘Renewed Hope Agenda’
Abiodun Fetes Ministers Of Ogun Origin, Task Them On ‘Renewed Hope Agenda’
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has implored the newly sworn-in ministers from the State to be good representatives of their people and leverage on the experience they have gathered over the years to achieve the ‘Renewed Hope Agenda’ of President Bola Tinubu’s led-administration.
Abiodun, who spoke at a reception organised in honour of the new ministers, Mr Wale Edun, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy; Dr Ishak Kunle Salako, Minister of State for the Environment and Dr Bosun Tijani, Minister of Communication, Innovation and Digital Economy, held at the SilverBird Galleria, Zone 4, Abuja, also charged them to use their offices to support and compliment the implementation of his administration’s ‘Building Our Future Together Agenda’.
He noted that the State has produced people who have served the nation meritoriously and therefore much is expected of them.
He said: “We are the gateway to Nigeria’s prosperity, the nation’s educational capital, the industrial capital, number one in cassava, poultry, eggs, religious capital, emerging breadbasket of the nation and fast becoming the economic heartbeat of Nigeria. These appointments by Mr. President are a further testament to our first position and the abundant capacity we are known for and possess.
“You have been selected because of your excellent antecedents in the public and private sectors. Your credentials speak for each of you
“Amongst others, you will use your offices to support and compliment the implementation of our Building Our Future Together and our vision which is to create a focused and qualitative governance whilst providing an enabling environment for public-private partnerships which is very fundamental to the economic growth of the state and the individual of our people.”
The governor said his administration has constructed over 400 km of roads, built over 2000 affordable homes, and rehabilitated over 100 Primary Health Centres while over 100 schools were built during his first term in office.
A world-class airport, Governor Abiodun stated was built in less than two years, adding that his government is leading other states in the energy transition by the conversion of state-owned buses from diesel to 100% Compressed Natural Gas and will soon begin the implementation of E-mobility programme aimed at swapping Petrol Okadas for electric ones, all as part of initiatives to cushion the effects of the subsidy removal.
“We will endeavour to have bi-quarterly meetings with you to ensure we sustain this bond that is being established here today. Go forth and do exploits. We do not doubt that you will do us proud. May the Almighty grant you the grace and health so you make the best of the opportunity,” the governor submitted.
Speaking in an interview, the Deputy Governor, Engr. (Mrs.) Noimot Salako-Oyedele said the appointment was an opportunity to serve, emphasizing that with their wealth of experience, coupled with their outstanding qualifications, she is hopeful that they would perform creditably well.
Speaker of the House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Olakunle Oluomo, on his part, said the appointment of three ministers from the State was the best thing that has happened to the state since the return to democracy in 1999, expressing the hope that they would perform to showcase the stuff the State is made of.
In their goodwill messages, the Alake of Egbaland Oba Aremu Gbadebo described the new ministers as people of high integrity and impeccable character who are ready to serve their fatherland, the Olu of Ilaro, Oba Kehinde Olugbenle, said the appointment was historic in the anal of the state.
The Akarigbo of Remoland, Oba Babatunde Ajayi, represented by the Asiwaju of Remoland, Chief Solomon Onafowokan, said the ministers are trustworthy and dedicated sons of the State who are well equipped to handle any responsibilities, while the Olota of Ota, Oba Abdulkabir Obalanlege, noted that the State is blessed with natural leaders who can excel wherever they find themselves, appreciating the President for finding them worthy to serve in his cabinet.
Responding on behalf of his colleagues, Minister of Communication, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Tijani, lauded Governor Abiodun for his infrastructural development and for leveraging technology to drive the State’s economy. He said the State would achieve more when it is fully digitalized.
He stated further: “Ogun is rich in culture, talents, opportunities and resources. We are a great people in Ogun State. I want to assure you that we will work for the good of Ogun State and Nigeria. We will play our parts in line with the President’s Renewed Hope Agenda.”
The occasion attracted important dignitaries including; the governors of Kwara State, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq and his Imo State counterpart, Sen. Hope Uzodinma, serving and past members of the National Assembly, APC stalwarts in the State, government officials, captains of industry, friends and well-wishers of the ministers, among others.
*Go out and vote, it’s your right – Ogun APC charges electorate*
As the party campaigns for the 2024 Local Government election in Ogun State draws to a close midnight of today (Thursday), the All Progressives Congress, APC, has charged registered voters in Ogun State to go out and exercise their fundamentals rights on Saturday “without any fear whatsoever”.
Addressing the grand finale of APC in Odogbolu Local Government, the Publicity Secretary of the party in Ogun State, Tunde Oladunjoye said, “APC has done very well under the administration of Prince Dapo Abiodun, and we are poised to win the chairmanship and councilorship elections overwhelmingly come Saturday”.
Oladunjoye, who is also Senior Media Consultant to Governor Dapo Abiodun on Media, thanked the Odogbolu people for showing massive support to the APC in the local government.
“With what I have seen here, victory is sure. I want to thank you on behalf of the Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, CON and the Chairman of APC in Ogun State, Chief Yemi Sanusi. “Come out and vote peacefully on Saturday. It is your constitutional duty and obligation.”
Oladunjoye added that people should learn from the chairmanship candidate of the party in Odogbolu local government, Dr. Babatunde Oyetola Diya, who vied for the office about three and half years ago and did not get it, but remained faithful in the party and continued to reach out to people with his humanitarian efforts.”
Anthony Ojo congratulates Gov Okpebholo, confirms Edo Central Senate aspiration
Influential Edo State politician, Anthony Ojo has congratulated Senator Monday Okpebholo after being sworn-in as the new Governor of the State.
In his congratulatory message, Ojo expressed confidence in the abilities of Gov Okpebholo to bring the dividends of democracy close to the people of Edo State.
“The people of Edo State have total trust in your five-point agenda, capacity as a leader, and this is evident with their immense show of love. We have no single doubt that under you, this state will progress to the promised land,” the statement reads.
Meanwhile, Anthony Ojo has confirmed his aspiration to contest the Edo Central senatorial seat under the flagship of the All Progressives Congress (APC), a position previously held by Senator Okpebholo before he was elected governor.
He cited that sharing the same leadership ideologies with Governor Okpebholo, and the keen desire for transformative human and capacity developments in Edo State are the reasons behind his ambition.
He promised to work closely with the Governor to provide succour to Edo citizens.
Appeal Court Further Affirms Udeze-led NEC Of Action Alliance As Valid, Authentic
ABUJA – The Appeal Court sitting in Abuja has further affirmed Chief Barr. Kenneth Udeze-led National Executive Committee (NEC) of Action Alliance (AA) elected on 14th March 2021 National Convention of the party as valid and authentic.
Action Alliance, in a statement by its National Secretary, Vernimbe A James said, “the court of appeal Abuja Division today in Appeal Number; CA/ABJ/CV/1163/2024 in a lead Judgement delivered by Hon.Justics Abba Mohammed which was concord by the other two Justices dismissed the appeal filed by Adekunle Omoaje faction through one Miller C.Orgwu ( on behalf of himself and all NEC Members Elected at Action Alliance Elective National Convention of 7th of October,2023, held at OOPL Abeokuta, Ogun State ) against 1, INEC, 2, Kenneth Udeze,3, James Vernimbe, 4, Akinuli Fred Omolere.
“The Court also awarded N400,000 cost against the appellants in favor of the Respondents.
The appeal was about the validity of the powers of Action Alliance NEC under Chief Kenneth Udeze led executive to conduct the party Governorship primary in Ondo State for the upcoming Saturday 16th November 2024, Governorship Election.
“The Federal High Court Abuja Division had earlier In Suit Number; FHC/ABJ/ CS/626/2024 Between Miller Orgwu and others (Omoaje faction) claiming to be authentic NEC of the party against 1, INEC, 2, KENNETH UDEZE,3, JAMES VERNIMBE, 4, AKINULI FRED OMOLERE presided by HON. JUSTICE JOYCE O.ABDULMALIK on 24th, September 2024 dismissed their Claim and validated the Ondo State Governorship Primary Election Conducted by Chief Barr Kenneth Udeze led Action Alliance NEC as valid and authentic, thereby Confirming the Ondo State Governorship Candidate of the party AKINULI FRED OMOLERE as the valid Candidate of the party for the 16th, November 2024 Governorship Election in Ondo State.”
The statement further said: “On 28 March 2022, the FCT High Court Abuja had affirmed and validated the Action Alliance National Convention held on 14th, March 2021 wherein Chief Barr Kenneth Udeze led NEC of the party were elected.
“Dissatisfied with the said Judgement, one Adekunle Rufai Omoaje and others were granted leave of the court of appeal to appeal same Judgement.
“On the 26th, January 2024, the Court of Appeal Abuja Division in Appeal Number; CA/ ABJ/ CV/ 955/22 Between Adekunle Rufai Omoaje and others and Chief Uzewuru Nwachukwu and others further Affirmed the FCT High Court Judgement that earlier validated the Action Alliance National Convention of 14th March,2021 wherein Chief Barr Kenneth Udeze led Action Alliance (AA) NEC of the party was elected.
“Dissatisfied with the appeal court Judgement one Adekunle Rufai Omoaje and others have appealed the Judgement to the Supreme Court of Nigeria in appeal Number: SC/ CV/162/2024 Between Adekunle Rufai Omoaje and others and Chief Uzewuru Nwachukwu and others, the matter is still pending at the Supreme Court of Nigeria which he has abandoned but desperately looking for how to come through the back door to claim the leadership of Action Alliance.”
The statement also explained that “INEC has since Complied with the Judgements validating the 14th, March 2021 National Convention of the party wherein Chief Barr Kenneth Udeze led Action Alliance NEC of the party was elected and uploaded on its website the Name of Chief Barr Kenneth Udeze- National Chairman, Vernimbe A James -National Secretary and other Elected NEC of the party as authentic.
“There is no court ruling or Judgement that Affirmed or validated any other National Convention of Action Alliance (AA) held on any other date apart from the 14th, March 2021 National Convention of the party which Courts have already and variously validated.”
Ezenwa Ibegbunam, who is the Counsel to Chief Fred Omolere, the governorship candidate of the party affirmed by the Court, noted that the judgment has further restated the correct position of the law and a vindication of the previous decision of the Court of Appeal which had earlier affirmed Chief Udeze led executive as the authentic leadership of the Action Alliance.
On his part, Chief Kenneth Udeze has praised the Court of Appeal as a citadel of justice and urged the party members across the country to remain focused.
He further noted that the Judgment has cleared the way for the victory of the party in the Ondo State gubernatorial election.
Source: Daily Independent
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