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GBAJABIAMILA, APC CHAIRMEN, TRADITIONAL RULERS STORM SMALL LONDON

Published

6 years ago

October 20, 2020

Appointments: Between Gbajabiamila and the merchants of falsehood By Seyi Bakare

….AS LAGOSIANS GATHER FOR SULAIMAN’S AWA LOKAN UNVEILING

Leading political and intellectual figures in Nigeria will gather in Small London, one of the main areas in Lagos State, on Sunday, November 1, 2020 to show their support to 2021 Surulere Local Government chairmanship hopeful, Hon Yusuf Bamidele Sulaiman.

The leaders, whose objective is to ensure the emergence of Yusuf Sulaiman as Chairman of Surulere Local Government in 2021, are also expected to unveil Awa Lokan, a new political group.

‘’The event is due to begin from 10am in Small London, Surulere Local Government Area’ a statement issued in Surulere by the Chairman of Lagos Political, Religious and Community Leaders Forum (LPRCLF), Mr. Taiwo Alao said.

The statement also underlined the importance of good leadership, sustainable development and progress in Nigeria.

‘’A good government must be responsible, transparent and accountable. It must be able to manage resources and ensure efficient and effective functioning of all political and socio-economic arrangements”

The statement hailed Sulaiman for his commitment to a greater Nigeria

’’ Hon Yusuf Sulaiman is pragmatic and winsome. He will increase the material wealth of the good people of Surulere, establish capacity building institutions, create employment opportunities, galvanize Surulere people to self-development, energize the economy and also raise the standard of living of the people through adequate inter community communication such as good road network, electricity, pipe borne water and recreational facilities’’

The statement tipped Bamidele Yusuf Sulaiman as the chairman of Surulere Local Government come 2021.

‘’ Hon Yusuf Sulaiman is the next chairman of Surulere Local Government Area’’

Particularly, the statement commended Sulaiman for his sheer commitment, honesty and managerial competence.

‘’Hon Bamidele Yusuf Sulaiman will show the necessary leadership by matching words with action through evolving workable development approaches, proper coordination and funding’’

Sulaiman, currently vice chairman, Surulere Local Government, is touted as sure replacement for Yomi Tajudeen Ajide.

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I will perform like Sen.Adeola Yayi if I’m elected as Senator in Ogun West

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21 hours ago

April 27, 2026

Sahara Weekly

*I will perform like Sen.Adeola Yayi if I’m elected as Senator in Ogun West

Hon. Aina Akinpelu made it known to Ogun West People that he will perform like Senator Olamilekan Adeola Yayi, if the people of Ogun West give him opportunity to serve them as a senator representing Ogun West in 2027 election. Hence tagging his Campaign Slogan as Like *Yayi Like Legacy, Like Yayi Like Legacy*!

Aina said ” we need someone that can work for us like Senator Adeola, if we want his good work to continue in Ogun West”.

That is one of the reasons why I’m contesting for the senatorial seat for our incubent senators good work to continue.

“What I did then as a State Legislator when I served my People at Ado Odo/Ọta 1 Constituency is the example of what I will do if I give opportunity to represent Ogun West at the Federal Level

Honorable Aina says,
Just like Distinguished Senator Adeola Yayi, I facilitated numerous “legacy projects” across my Constituency. I also personally funded people-oriented projects aimed at improving the daily lives of my people.

These visible achievements, delivered during my time as Member Ogun State House of Assembly from 2011–2019, are still standing strong across Ota State Constituency 1 till today.

As a grassroots politician who understands how to attract development and influence decisions in favour of his people, I’m fully prepared to take that same quality representation to Ogun West Senatorial District.

As progressive APC members in Ogun West, the time has come to rally behind a candidate who can sustain the standard and performance Distinguished Senator Adeola Yayi has brought to our district. Which is me, says – *Hon. Aina Akinpelu.*

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Third Term Resumption: Ajadi Launches Back-to-School Support for 200 Pupils in Ibadan

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1 day ago

April 27, 2026

Sahara Weekly

Third Term Resumption: Ajadi Launches Back-to-School Support for 200 Pupils in Ibadan

A leading governorship aspirant under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State, Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, has reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening the education sector as part of efforts to build a better future for the next generation.

Speaking at a press briefing on Sunday, Ajadi said his administration, if elected in 2027, would focus on harnessing grassroots talents while providing support for vulnerable and underprivileged children.

He announced plans to launch a “Back-to-School Initiative” on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, across the seven geopolitical zones of the state, in commemoration of the 2025/2026 third term resumption.

According to him, the programme aims to support over 200 vulnerable pupils with school uniforms, socks, sandals, and other educational materials.

He noted that the initiative would complement ongoing efforts by the administration of Seyi Makinde in addressing the challenge of out-of-school children.

The initiative, he added, is being implemented in partnership with the Catch Them Young Campaign Initiative to ensure that support reaches pupils in government-owned primary schools across the state.

In Ibadan, the first phase of the programme will cover selected schools, including Ode Aje Primary School, Kumapayi Primary School, Olodo; IDC Primary School, Odo-Ona; L. A Special School, Gate; and St. Luke’s Demonstration Basic School, Molete.

Ajadi further disclosed that the initiative would be extended to other zones of the state in the coming weeks.

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Zamfara APC Stakeholders Unanimously Endorse Tinubu, Lawal for Second Term

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2 days ago

April 26, 2026

Sahara Weekly

Zamfara APC Stakeholders Unanimously Endorse Tinubu, Lawal for Second Term

Stakeholders of the All-Progressives Congress (APC) in Zamfara State have thrown their full weight behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Dauda Lawal for a second term in the 2027 general elections.

The endorsement came on Saturday, April 25, 2026, during a high-level stakeholders’ meeting convened at the Government House in Gusau. The gathering drew all four former governors of the state, elected officials, elders, and representatives of youth and women from all 14 local government areas.

Speaking at the event, Governor Lawal described the meeting as timely, noting that political activities ahead of the 2027 elections are about to intensify.

He explained that his decision to join the APC was not merely political but a strategic move to reposition Zamfara, strengthen collaboration with the federal government, and advance the Renewed Hope Agenda. He thanked stakeholders for their unwavering support throughout the transition process.

Lawal urged party leaders to manage public expectations with maturity and fairness, acknowledging that not all political aspirations can be met immediately. He stressed that leadership goes beyond positions and that political relevance comes from service and contribution to development.

He further assured that fairness, equity, and justice would guide his administration’s decisions, and called for discipline and loyalty to the party.

In a communiqué read by the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Mohammed Bello Matawalle, himself a former governor, the stakeholders declared their full support for President Tinubu and Governor Lawal. The communiqué also covered discussions on party unity, governance coordination, security challenges, and preparations for the 2027 elections.

All four former governors of Zamfara Ahmed Sani Yarima, Mahmuda Aliyu Shinkafi, Abdul’aziz Yari, and Bello Mohammed Matawalle were present and made clear commitments to the APC and the re-election bid of the president and the governor.