ACTION ALLIANCE HAS NO CASE AGAINST TINUBU, INEC – NATIONAL CHAIRMAN
National Chairman of the Action Alliance (AA), Hon Adekunle Rufai Omoaje has declared that the party has no case against the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, his running mate, Kazeem Shetima and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
Specifically, Omoaje in a statement issued on Friday dispelled the news in a section of the media that the party has dragged Tinubu, Shetima and INEC before an Abuja High Court over alleged double nomination by the APC presidential candidate and his running mate.
He said the party under his leadership has not instituted any litigation against the APC presidential standard bearer or his running mate, saying that the news filtering in the social media and some online platforms were not known to him and his members.
Omoaje alleged that some disgruntled elements who had already been expelled by the party were behind the news with the aim of causing confusion and crisis.
“Our attention has been drawn to a news story in some online media platforms that the Action Alliance has instituted legal action against Tinubu, Shetima and INEC over alleged double nomination by Tinubu and Shetima.
“Nothing could be farther from the truth than this baseless and unfounded news, as such only exist in the anals of the minds of those behind it. For us in the Action Alliance, we didn’t institute any legal action against the APC presidential candidate or his running mate, neither do we contemplate such action.
“However, we suspect that some enemies of our party who have already been expelled from the party are behind the rumour, because that is their trade in stock. But we shall not allow them ruin the party or spoil its name and integrity,” Omoaje added
The AA leader noted that there was never a time the issue was raised or discussed at any level of the party, stressing that the party is focusing its attention on the forthcoming general elections and not on any other issue.
He reminded the public that Messrs Kenneth Udeze and James Vernibe who have always impersonated as National Chairman and Secretary of the party had since been expelled from the party and have no moral or legal right to either speak on behalf of the party or represent it at any level, let alone instituting any legal matter on behalf of the party.
He warned those fanning the ember of discord within the party to desist from such act or face the wrath of the law, as the leadership of the party would not hesitate to take legal actions on such individuals or elements either within or outside the party.
The Lawmaker representing Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency, Hon. Busayo Oluwole Oke has congratulated the Osun Governor-Elect in Saturday July 16 gubernatorial election, saying the victory was divine.
Hon. Oluwole Oke in a release he personally signed in his Esa-Oke home stated that the victory manifested the wish, endurance and doggedness of the good people of Osun.
He particularly thanked his Constituents in Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency where the Governor-elect overwhelmly won.
Hon Oluwole Oke also commended the entire people of the state for determination to wage war against the abject poverty which the APC led government had meted on the people of the state.
The Lawmaker assured civil servants and retirees who had been grossly denied of their salaries, emoluments, gratuities, pensions, promotions and other benefits in the last 12 years in the state that their loss would be bountifully res
He also assured artisans, ,private business individuals in the state that the Governor-elect would make their welfare and socio-economic development of the his watcheords.
According to him, “This is a huge win. The mood today is against corruption, insecurity and for the restoration of the economy and the creation of jobs. This is where the party stands and I am happy that the electorate has read the situation correctly,” Oke said.
He also congratulated the PDP National Chairman Sen. Iyocha Ayu, the chairman of the campaign committee and all party faithful across Ijesa North and Nigeria at large for putting in their best and braving the odds to ensure a successful outing for the flag bearer.
The Honourable rejoiced with the people of Osun State who aligned with his own belief that Ademola, with his pedigree, possesses the qualities to transform the state into the Osun of their dreams.
“From the beginning, this election set out to be a different kind of election. The unity and resilience of the party was tested. I am happy we came out of this victorious,” he stated.
Hon Oke assured that “nobody would be witch hunted in the civil service, our dwindling education would be restored. In view of this, I urge inhabitants of the state to declare absolute support for the divinely elected president in his bids to rejuvenate and rebuild the state”, Hon Wole Oke said.
It would be recalled that Independent National Electoral Commission on Sunday declared Senator Ademola Adeleke of the Peoples Democratic Party as the winner of the Osun State governorship election held on Saturday.
The Chief Returning Officer of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Vice Chancellor of University of Lagos, Prof Oluwatoyin Temitayo Ogundipe announced Adeleke winner after polling 403,371 votes across the state.
Adeleke defeated the incumbent Governor Gboyega Oyetola of the ruling All Progressives Congress who polled 375,027 votes. Ogundipe, under heavy security presence declared Adeleke as the Governor-elect.
Adeleke won 17 of the 30 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in the state. His closest rival, Oyetola, however, won in the remaining 13 LGAs.
ACTION ALLIANCE HAS NO CASE AGAIINST TINUBU – OMOAJE
The leadership of the Action Alliance (AA) has dispelled the alleged litigation instituted against the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, declaring that the party has nothing against Tinubu.
The National Chairman of the party, Hon. Adekunle Rufai Omoaje in a statement issued on Thursday said the APC presidential standard bearer has not committed any offence that will warrant court case against him by the party
He said “it has come to the notice of the leadership of Action Alliance that a suit was purportedly filed on behalf of the party at the Federal High Court, Abuja against the All Progressive Congress and its presidential candidate, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu.
“The matter said to be filed and deposed to by one Upkai Ukairo and one Kalu Agu has nothing to do with Action Alliance. As a matter of fact, both Upkai Ukairo and Kalu Agu are alien to the party and its leadership. They most probably are effigies or at best imaginary personalities,” he added.
Omoaje maintained that the party did not file any suit against Tinubu, just as he said that no member of the party could institute a case on behalf of the party without his knowledge.
“We advise the said respondents in the purported suit to disregard and discontainance the entire matter in its entirety as it did not emanate from my table as the National Chairman of the party neither was our legal desk in the know of such matter,” he stressed.
The AA National Chairman warned the populace to be wary of persons with questionable character with the intention to take advantage of them.
He said the leadership of the party is busy working to fulfill all legal documentation required by law to participate in the approaching Osun State gubernatorial election and the 2023 general elections.
OSUN NULGE PRESIDENT, OGUNGBANGBE MAKES CASE FOR RECLAIMING PEOPLE’S TRUST
AS HOS, OTHERS SEEK SUPPORT FOR OYETOLA’S RE-ELECTION
The President, Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), Osun state chapter, Kehinde Nathaniel Ogungbangbe, has charged members of the union across the state on the need to make themselves relevant in all spheres of life.
Ogungbangbe gave the admonition during the official inauguration of the newly appointed Local Government Caretaker Chairmen and unveiling of the two newly purchased Toyota Buses by the Union.
In a statement issued by the information officer, Ife North Local Government, Abiona Olumide Felix and made available to newsmen in Osogbo, the NULGE President reiterated the need to move away from the spot of stagnation.
He said: “In our recent history, the focus is clear, the direction is unambiguous, it is movement with motion. The theme of the celebration is reclaiming the trust of our people, delivering the promise for our people.”
He further appreciated all the union members for their unalloyed support, during his first year in office.
Ogungbangbe however, advised the newly appointed Caretaker Chairmen to be more dedicated to the work assigned them, just as he Implored them to work together as a team.
He also charged them to allow peace to reign in their various local government areas where the interest of their members should be paramount to them.
“As you can see, the new face of our Secretariat, the offices, guests room, NULGE Hall, and the two new Toyota Bus’ we procured”.
While commending the Governor of the state on his sterling administrative performance, the NULGE President urged all the members to come out en-masse on July 16 and cast their votes for the governor so as to finish the ongoing developmental projects and for residents to continue to enjoy the dividends of democracy in the state.
Speaking, the Osun State Head of Service, Dr. Festus Oyebade Olowogboyega, assured the workers that Governor Gboyega Oyetola led administration would never disappoint them as he would continue to keep to his promises to the people of the State.
Dr. Olowogboyega pleaded with the NULGE members in the state to vote for Governor Oyetola because ‘he has fulfilled all his electoral promises, adding that he is giving priority to workers’ welfare.
The National President of the Union, Com Akeem Olatunji Ambali described Governor Gboyega Oyetola as a performing Governor has been using his wealth of experience as a dexterous administrator to transform the state beyond expectations.
He urged the Union members to vote for Governor Oyetola’s second term so as enable him continue his good works.
Ambali advised the Union to immortalise the Head of Service, Dr. Oyebade by renaming the NULGE House after him, considering his monumental contributions to the Union not only in the state but in the County at large.
The State Deputy President of the Union, Comrade Olarewaju Fatima Iyabo opined that the union recognises the power of trust as a necessary variable to implement their vision of unparalleled progress for local government within a short period of time.
She equally appreciated all the members of the Union just as he described the State NULGE President, Comrade Ogungbangbe as a man of peace whose impact in the transformation of the secretariat cannot be quantified in his own capacity.
Comrade Ganiyu Adebayo, State Secretary, NULGE, Osun state while commending members for their cooperation with the executive Council, pleaded to all members of the Union to re-elect the governor.
He assured them that Governor Oyetola has promised to grant their requests including promotion, advancement, conversion and payment of promotion arrears.
OSUN NULGE PRESIDENT CHARGES MEMBERS TO BE RELEVANT IN ALL SPHERES OF LIFE
AS HOS, OTHERS SEEK SUPPORT FOR OYETOLA’S RE-ELECTION
The Chairman, Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), Osun state chapter, Kehinde Nathaniel Ogungbangbe, has charged members of the union across the state on the need to make themselves relevant in all spheres of life.
Ogungbangbe gave the admonition during the official inauguration of the newly appointed Local Government Caretaker Chairmen and unveiling of the two newly purchased Toyota Buses by the Union.
In a statement issued by the information officer, Ife North Local Government, Abiona Olumide Felix and made available to newsmen in Osogbo, the NULGE President reiterated the need to move away from the spot of stagnation.
He said: “In our recent history, the focus is clear, the direction is unambiguous, it is movement with motion. The theme of the celebration is reclaiming the trust of our people, delivering the promise for our people.”
He further appreciated all the union members for their unalloyed support, during his first year in office.
Ogungbangbe however, advised the newly appointed Caretaker Chairmen to be more dedicated to the work assigned them, just as he Implored them to work together as a team.
He also charged them to allow peace to reign in their various local government areas where the interest of their members should be paramount to them.
“As you can see, the new face of our Secretariat, the offices, guests room, NULGE Hall, and the two new Toyota Bus’ we procured”.
While commending the Governor of the state on his sterling administrative performance, the NULGE President urged all the members to come out en-masse on July 16 and cast their votes for the governor so as to finish the ongoing developmental projects and for residents to continue to enjoy the dividends of democracy in the state.
Speaking, the Osun State Head of Service, Dr. Festus Oyebade Olowogboyega, assured the workers that Governor Gboyega Oyetola led administration would never disappoint them as he would continue to keep to his promises to the people of the State.
Dr. Olowogboyega pleaded with the NULGE members in the state to vote for Governor Oyetola because ‘he has fulfilled all his electoral promises, adding that he is giving priority to workers’ welfare.
The National President of the Union, Com Akeem Olatunji Ambali described Governor Gboyega Oyetola as a performing Governor has been using his wealth of experience as a dexterous administrator to transform the state beyond expectations.
He urged the Union members to vote for Governor Oyetola’s second term so as enable him continue his good works.
Ambali advised the Union to immortalise the Head of Service, Dr. Oyebade by renaming the NULGE House after him, considering his monumental contributions to the Union not only in the state but in the County at large.
The State Deputy President of the Union, Comrade Olarewaju Fatima Iyabo opined that the union recognises the power of trust as a necessary variable to implement their vision of unparalleled progress for local government within a short period of time.
She equally appreciated all the members of the Union just as he described the State NULGE President, Comrade Ogungbangbe as a man of peace whose impact in the transformation of the secretariat cannot be quantified in his own capacity.
Comrade Ganiyu Adebayo, State Secretary, NULGE, Osun state while commending members for their cooperation with the executive Council, pleaded to all members of the Union to re-elect the governor.
He assured them that Governor Oyetola has promised to grant their requests including promotion, advancement, conversion and payment of promotion arrears.
OSUN NULGE PRESIDENT CHARGES MEMBERS TO BE RELEVANT IN ALL SPHERES OF LIFE
AS HOS, OTHERS SEEK SUPPORT FOR OYETOLA’S RE-ELECTION
The Chairman, Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), Osun state chapter, Kehinde Nathaniel Ogungbangbe, has charged members of the union across the state on the need to make themselves relevant in all spheres of life.
Ogungbangbe gave the admonition during the official inauguration of the newly appointed Local Government Caretaker Chairmen and unveiling of the two newly purchased Toyota Buses by the Union.
In a statement issued by the information officer, Ife North Local Government, Abiona Olumide Felix and made available to newsmen in Osogbo, the NULGE President reiterated the need to move away from the spot of stagnation.
He said: “In our recent history, the focus is clear, the direction is unambiguous, it is movement with motion. The theme of the celebration is reclaiming the trust of our people, delivering the promise for our people.”
He further appreciated all the union members for their unalloyed support, during his first year in office.
Ogungbangbe however, advised the newly appointed Caretaker Chairmen to be more dedicated to the work assigned them, just as he Implored them to work together as a team.
He also charged them to allow peace to reign in their various local government areas where the interest of their members should be paramount to them.
“As you can see, the new face of our Secretariat, the offices, guests room, NULGE Hall, and the two new Toyota Bus’ we procured”.
While commending the Governor of the state on his sterling administrative performance, the NULGE President urged all the members to come out en-masse on July 16 and cast their votes for the governor so as to finish the ongoing developmental projects and for residents to continue to enjoy the dividends of democracy in the state.
Speaking, the Osun State Head of Service, Dr. Festus Oyebade Olowogboyega, assured the workers that Governor Gboyega Oyetola led administration would never disappoint them as he would continue to keep to his promises to the people of the State.
Dr. Olowogboyega pleaded with the NULGE members in the state to vote for Governor Oyetola because ‘he has fulfilled all his electoral promises, adding that he is giving priority to workers’ welfare.
The National President of the Union, Com Akeem Olatunji Ambali described Governor Gboyega Oyetola as a performing Governor has been using his wealth of experience as a dexterous administrator to transform the state beyond expectations.
He urged the Union members to vote for Governor Oyetola’s second term so as enable him continue his good works.
Ambali advised the Union to immortalise the Head of Service, Dr. Oyebade by renaming the NULGE House after him, considering his monumental contributions to the Union not only in the state but in the County at large.
The State Deputy President of the Union, Comrade Olarewaju Fatima Iyabo opined that the union recognises the power of trust as a necessary variable to implement their vision of unparalleled progress for local government within a short period of time.
She equally appreciated all the members of the Union just as he described the State NULGE President, Comrade Ogungbangbe as a man of peace whose impact in the transformation of the secretariat cannot be quantified in his own capacity.
Comrade Ganiyu Adebayo, State Secretary, NULGE, Osun state while commending members for their cooperation with the executive Council, pleaded to all members of the Union to re-elect the governor.
He assured them that Governor Oyetola has promised to grant their requests including promotion, advancement, conversion and payment of promotion arrears.
OSUN PDP CHIEFTAIN, AKINLEYE EULOGIES YEYE DUPE ADELEKE-SANNI AT BIRTHDAY, DESCRIBES HER AS “JEWEL OF INESTIMABLE CHARACTER”
A Chieftain of People’s Democratic Party, PDP in Osun state, Alhaji Kazeem Akinleye has described Yeye Modupe Adeleke Saani as a jewel.of inestimable character whose impact in building human development has spoken volume just as he congratulated her on her birthday.
This was contained in a congratulatory message issued and personally signed, copies of which was made available with newsmen in Osogbo on Wednesday.
According to the erstwhile chairman of Ede North local government, he described the celebrant as true woman of valour, a detribalised Nigerian and an exceptionally excellent voice in the call for equal participation of women in politics.
He said, Yeye Modupe has been courageous in promoting excellence through sheer handwork and great commitment to the service of humanity, a role model to the old and young ones.
“I attested to your generosity and resilient in promoting human existence, you have demonstrated your passion for human development in all ramifications, no wonder people cherished you and celebrate your well-being all the time”
“On this occasion of your birthday, I joined other well wishers to celebrate you ma, it is my prayer to God to grant you your very heart desire especially on our incoming governor of Osun State by God’s grace, *Senator Ademola Nurudeen Jackson Adeleke”
A prominent traditional ruler in Osun State, the Akire of Ikire-Ile, Oba Abdulazeez Olatunbosun has extolled the winner of June 12 presidential election, Chief Moshood Abiola for living a life of legacy.
The monarch in his June 12 message said the acclaimed winner of the June 12,1993 election, Chief Moshood Olawale Abiola laid his life for the country.
His words “June 12, 1993 election which Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola was presumed to have won was adjudged and remains the freest and fairest in the history of the giant of Africa, Nigeria. Prof. Humphrey Nwosu who conducted the elections introduced the novel Option A4 Voting System and Open Ballot System.
“Though Chief M.K.O Abiola was a friend of the military, ahead the elections there were insinuations that the leadership of the military felt uneasy about the emergence of Abiola as the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, and so would not accept the result if he won. Consequently, and true to the rumor making the rounds, the election was brutally annulled by the military administration of General Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida.
“Chief M.K.O Abiola in his bid to reclaim his mandate was held in custody after the famous ‘Epetedo Declaration’ and eventually lost his life while in detention. The following are few of the numerous lessons to draw from the annulment:
“Moshood Kashimawo Olawale ABIOLA, the winner of the June 12,1993 Presidential elections was a victim of complex conspiracy!
“Facts and figures have no version. Friends who hate you secretly are worse than the enemies that you know. May God save us from such friends.
“Be careful! You can carry the hatred for a fellow or group of persons to the level that you get diminishing, and eventually demean yourself to nothingness.
“In whatever we do, courage is crucial. Nigerians had the courage to vote in the best candidate, Babangida lacked the courage to respect the results of the elections but Abiola had the courage to stand by his mandate freely given to him by Nigerians.
“It is good to be good in whatever we do. Abiola was a ditribalised, cheerful philanthropist, and a great helper who helped whoever comes his way whether Muslim or Christians, Yoruba, Igbo or Hausa. The whole Nigerians voted for him in spite of being a Muslim presidential candidate running alongside a Muslim vice-presidential candidate, Alhaji Babagana Kingibe. This shows that whatever good we sow we shall reap.
“Nigerians can come together to elect strong leadership if our leaders would stop playing the divisive ethnic and religious cards.
“The consequences of betrayal is always sad and ignominious. Babangida promised to respect the results of the June 12 elections but he went back on his promises. Today Abiola is celebrated even though he is no more while those who betrayed him are not even though they are alive.
“There is always a price to pay no matter how small for a vision or dream that one believes in. Abiola was not distracted by this reality even when his wife, Kudrat Abiola was shot dead by Abacha’s killers.
“Although Abiola is dead, his democratic spirit lives on. This is possible because of his selfless sacrifice. He is the foundation of the democracy that Nigerians enjoy today.
“May the Almighty Allâh continue to forgive his shortcomings and admit him and his wives Simbiat and Kudrat Abiola to aljanna firdau,” he added.
ACTION ALLIANCE ELECTS OKANIGUAN AS PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE
The Action Alliance (AA) on Thursday elected Chief Solomon-David Okaniguan as its presidential candidate for the 2023 general election
The election held at the national convention of the party in Abuja with delegates from the 36 states of the country including the Federal Capital Territory was also witnessed by observers.
Also in attendance were the national chairman of the party, Hon Adekunle Rufai Omoaje and other members of the National Think Thank Committee of the party.
The Chairman, Electoral Committee, Dr. Mike Madu who announced the results of the primary election said Okaniguan polled 58 votes to defeat two other aspirants.
Also, delegates at the convention passed a vote of confidence on the national chairman of the party, Hon Omoaje, saying that his leadership has brought unity and cohesion to the party.
In his acceptance speech after receiving the flag of the party from the National Chairman, the Presidential Candidate, Solomon-David Okaniguan called for the support of his co-contestants and all members of the party for the party to win the presidential election.
Okaniguan who expressed concern over the present state of affairs of the country promised to reposition the country if he eventually emerges the President.
He said his main agenda are to ensure effective security of lives and property of Nigerians, fix the nation’s economy, eradicate poverty and provide necessary basic amenities that would improve the living standard of all Nigerians irrespective of tribe and religious differences.
While decrying the divisive agitation by some Nigerians, the AA Presidential Candidate also pledged to unite the country as no meaningful achievements can be achieved in an atmosphere of crisis.
He therefore urged Nigerians to vote for Action Alliance in the 2023 general election for national economic development.
In his remarks, the National Chairman of the Party, Hon Omoaje described the Presidential Candidate of the Party as an experienced politician needed by Nigerians at this point in time to develop the country, revamp the economy and strengthen the nation’s security for the good of the nation.
Omoaje who said there is no division in the party as he remaines the authentic National Chairman of party, called on all members of the party to work as a team to wrestle power from the ruling party.
Also, he called on all members of the party to remain united and work towards its success in the 2023 poll.
OSUN: ACTION ALLIANCE ELECTS BELLO TAOFEEK ADEKUNLE AS ASSEMBLY CANDIDATE FOR IFELODUN CONSTITUENCY
The Action Alliance (AA) has elected Hon Bello Taofeek Adekunle as it’s House of Assembly candidate for Ifelodun state constituency of Osun State.
Adekunle emerged at the party’s primary election held at the weekend in Ikirun, headquarters of Ifelodun Local Government Area.
The AA candidate will slug it out with candidates of other political parties including the All Progressives Congress (APC), Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Accord Party (AP) among others.
Adekunle was declared winner by officials of the party from the state secretariat of the party who supervised the election.
Speaking after his emergence, Adekunle assured of quality representation if he eventually emerges as the member representing Ifelodun state constituency in the state parliament.
He promised to attract meaningful development to all the communities that make up the constituency if he emerges in the general election.
He therefore appealed to the people of Ifelodun across party lines to vote massively for him in the 2023 House of Assembly election, stressing that the Action Alliance has good intentions for the masses.
He also appreciated the leadership of the party, especially the national chairman for the confidence reposed in him and promised not to undermine the confidence.
ONDO CHURCH KILLING : AKIRE OF IKIRE-ILE COMMISERATES WITH AKEREDOLU, ONDO PEOPLE
The Akire of Ikire-Ile in Osun State, Oba Azeez Olatunbosun Ilufemiloye has commiserated with the people of Owo and Ondo State at large on the gruesome killing of some worshipers at Saint Francis Catholic Church, Owo who were killed on Sunday by armed bandits.
Oba Olatunbosun who expressed shock and worry on the unfortunate incident, stressed the need for improved security system in the country to prevent such occurrence in the future.
“With total submission to the will of Almighty Allâh, I wish to commiserate with the Ondo State Government and the people of Ọ̀wọ̀ the darstardly attack on the worshippers at St. Francis Catholic Church, Ọ̀WỌ̀, Ondo State.
“It is regrettable, disheartening and shocking to note that innocent citizens in a church who were there to worship God could be mowed down in cold blood by yet to be identified assailants.
“I implore all Nigerians to fear God as well as the day they will be lifted into their own graves and finally appear in front of the God Almighty to account for their deeds while on earth. What would these killers tell God?
“I have an unshakable faith in the nation’s security agencies to unravel the identities of the killers and bring them to justice as quickly as possible.
“My prayer is that God will give the families who have lost their loved ones the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss with equanimity.
“I urge all well meaning citizens to assist, and continue to assist, security agencies with timely and actionable information that will help to apprehend the criminals and further nip criminalities in the bud within our various communities,” he added.
He prayed to God to grant the soul of the departed faithful eternal rest and grants the families they left behind the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.
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