PDP ZONAL CONGRESS:
FAYOSE’S FACTION BEGINS CONSOLIDATION, MOBILIZATION OF MEMBERS ACROSS STATES

As the preparation for the Zonal Congress of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) gathers momentum, former Governor of Ekiti State, Dr Ayodele Fayose-led faction has agreed to consult, mobilize and consolidate on the delegates across the Zone, for optimal performance in the exercise.

This resolve was made on Wednesday in a meeting held at the former Vice Chairman (South West) Dr Eddy Olafeso’s residence, Akure, Ondo State.

Recall that this was a follow up to the meeting on Tuesday at the Lagos residence of Dr Fayose.

In a collective agreement, the group also endorsed the candidacy of Dr Olafeso and Rev. Bunmi Jenyo as Zonal Chairman and Secretary respectively.

This was a significant boost to the bid of Dr Olafeso and Rev. Jenyo to be returned into their former offices in the forthcoming Zonal Congress.

Member were also advised to go to their various states to win more delegates in support of the group.

The group also cautioned the National Organising Secretary and his office against fraudulent manipulation of the delegates list as the Zone is, according to them “not for sale”.

Also, the group directed its members to shun any invitation to any meeting whatsoever called by the former Governor of Osun State, Prince Olagunsoye Oyinlola, saying that such meetings are for personal gains and self-serving.

The group, according to the communique issued at the end of the meeting, is expected to visit Ekiti State in its next outing.

The group commends Former governor Fayose for his leadership and commitment to the struggle, which is set to emancipate the members of the party in the Zone.

The meeting has in attendance Former governor Fayose, Dr Olafeso, Rev. Jenyo, leaders across the Zone, State Chairmen, Zonal Caretaker Committee members, Ondo State local government PDP party Chairmen, key delegates among others.

RESIDENTS APPEAL REHABILITATION OF OBAAGUN TOWNSHIP ROAD

Residents of obaagun in Ifelodun local government areas want osun state government to rehabilitate its township road to save residents from untold hardship.

The president of Obaagun development Union, Barrister Kayode Olowolagba who stated this in a chat with newsmen in Obaagun said the poor state of the road had affected socio economic activities of the community.

Mr Olowolagba expressed disappointment for non inclusion of the road in the recently approved township roads in the state and noted that the road had been in a deplorable state in the last twelve years.

He maintained that the road was significant to economic advancement of the town hence the need for government to urgently come to the aid of the community.

Also speaking, Another resident, Prince Lukuman Atobatele said the town had not tasted dividends of democracy and called on governor Gboyega Oyetola to give obaagun township road top priority in the interest of fairness and justice.

Prince Atobatele lamented that obaagun had suffered neglect in the past years as the community lack some basic amenities of life.

He urged government to always embark on programmes and policies that have direct impact on the lives of the citizenry.

SOUTH WEST PDP: FAYOSE’S FACTION TAKES STRATEGIC MEETING TO ONDO, WEDNESDAY

Ahead of the South West Zonal Congress of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), factional strategic meetings led by the former Ekiti State Governor, Dr Ayodele Fayose, has been shifted to Akure, Ondo State on Wednesday.

This was sequel to a closed-door meeting held at Lagos residence of Fayose in Lagos, where the outcome could not be ascertained, as at the time of filing in this report.

None of those who attended the meeting was willing to speak about what was discussed in the meeting, with the attendance of the Zonal Caretaker Executives, four State Chairmen, former Zonal Chairman and Secretary, Dr Eddy Olafeso and Rev. Bunmi Jenyo, among others.

The Chairman of PDP State Chairmen in the Zone and Ogun State Chairman, Dr Sikirulai Ogundele who spoke briefly to newsmen simply said “we the leaders of Fayose faction are meeting Ondo State stakeholders tomorrow, Wednesday 10th February 2021”.

In a swift reaction, he also condemned the activities of a former Governor of Osun State, Prince Olagunsoye Oyinlola, who according to him, is benefitting materially from the crises rocking the party in the South West.

He also charged Prince Oyinlola to live a life of an elder statesman that he is supposed to be.

OSPOLY RELEASES JAMB APPLICANTS ADMISSION LIST
*URGES CANDIDATES TO ACCEPT ADMISSION OFFER PROMPTLY

Management of Osun State Polytechnic Iree has released the first batch of Its Provisional Admission list of those who applied to the institution through the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) for 2020/2021 Academic Session.

A release by Registrar of the Institution, Mr. Busari Salawu stated that the candidates should visit the JAMB CAP website or the Admission Office of the Institution for the candidates to verify their admission status.

The statement also enjoined the newly admitted candidates to ensure that they pay their Acceptance Fee with their ATM Card on the Institution’s website at ospoly. edu. ng

The Registrar maintained that any admitted candidate who refuses to pay the acceptance fee and complete the screening exercise within the next two weeks shall forfeit the offer of the Provisional Admission.

EBURU POURS ENCOMIUMS ON OYINLOLA AS FORMER OSUN GOVERNOR CLOCKS 70

The Eburu of Iba, Oba (Prof) Adekunle Adeogun Okunoye Oyedeji II has felicitated with the former Governor of Osun State, Prince Olagunsoye Oyinlola as he celebrates his 70th birthday.

The monarch, while extolling the virtues of the former Governor, said Oyinlola represents an uncommon breed of political leader.

He said the God’s endowed wisdom of Prince Oyinlola is second to none and he has significantly made use of the wisdom in the last 70 years of his existence on earth.

The monarch who lauded the numerous contributions of former Governor Oyinlola to the peace and development of Osun State, urged Oyinlola to continue with his habit of making peace.

Oba Okunoye who is an educationist of international repute, recalled the laudable achievements of Oyinlola when he held sway as the Governor of the state between 2003 and November 2010, saying that the former Governor contributed meaningfully to the growth and development of his state.

“On behalf of Eburu-in-Council and the entire people of Iba, I congratulate Prince Oyinlola on his 70th birthday anniversary.”

The Eburu also described Prince Oyinlola as a great prince and outstanding leader in Yoruba land and an illustrious son of Iba.

“Despite his nobility, unparalleled and enviable achievements in just 70 years, Prince Oyinlola, respect and promotion of Yoruba culture stands him out among his peers,” the monarch stressed.

He added that the Omoluabi ethos always demonstrated by the former Governor also stand him out among his peers.

He said “the record of a thoroughbred Prince of King Oyinlola’s dynasty in Okuku as a professional soldier and an accomplished civilian administrator remains exemplary and perfectly qualifies him as primus inter pares among statesmen in contemporary Nigeria.”

Eburu wishes Prince Oyinlola more success as he continues to serve humanity and prays that as he continues his life journey his good nature and character shall never depart him.

The monarch also prayed to God to grant the Okuku born prince long life and good health, with greater accomplishments in life.

EBURU FELICITATES WITH OYETOLA ON SECOND YEAR’ ANNIVERSARY

A frontline traditional ruler in Osun State, the Eburu of Iba, Oba (Prof) Adekunle Adeogun Okunoye Oyedeji 11 has felicitated with Governor Gboyega Oyetola on the occasion of the second year anniversary of his administration.

The monarch who hailed the commitment of Governor Oyetola to the growth and development of the state in the last two years of his administration, lauded the lofty achievements of the Governor.

He said the state has witnessed unprecedented development within the last two years of Oyetola’s administration and urged him to forge ahead with his determination to develop the state.

The traditional ruler who is also a renowned educationist listed the achievements of the Oyetola’s administration within the last two years to include massive construction of roads across the state, opening up or rural communities, economic rebirth through opening up of markets, especially the international market at Dagbolu.

Decribing Oyetola as a courageous and visionary leader, Oba Okunoye listed other achievements of the current administration to include rehabilitation of roads across the state and free feeding programme for school children among others.

The monarch enjoined all residents of the state to support Governor Oyetola in his vigour and determined efforts to transform the state.

He stressed the need for all indigenes of the state in the diaspora to join hands with the Governor to ensure the realization of his dreams for the state.

OYINLOLA AT 70 :
PDP CHIEFTAIN, AKINLEYE CELEBRATES OSUN FORMER GOVERNOR, PDP NATIONAL SECRETARY

By Sunday Oguntuyi, Osogbo

A chieftain of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun state, Alhaji Kazeem Akinleye has joined millions of well-wishers in rejoicing with Prince Olagunsoye Oyinlola on the occasion of his 70-year birthday anniversary, describing him as a political juggernaut who has used his God’s endowed wisdom to better the lots of humanity.

Akinleye in a congratulatory message issued and personally signed, copies of which made available with newsmen in Osogbo stated that, Prince Oyinlola has crossed the lives of many positively.

The former Ede North Council Boss maintained that he learnt many lessons of being a man of virtues while serving under Governor Oyinlola in the state.

He said, Prince Oyinlola taught him on how to relate with people with respect, which according to him, has taken him far in life.

Akinleye described the ‘birthday boy’ as a pace setter in politics, adding that despite being the military man, he espounched humility in all his dealings.

He said, the giant strides of the former governor of the state while in office speaks volume, adding that, the unprecedented human development of his administration at that time remained indelible.

” Prince Olagunsoye Oyinlola is a politician of high repute, he is a man of honour and dignity, I learnt a lot from him while am serving as Ede North Council chairman under his administration as Osun state governor, he is a man I respect so much” he said.

According to him “as he is celebrating 70 years on earth today, I on behalf of family and the good people of Ede North wish him well in all his future endeavours, Baba, Oga and my mentor, I celebrate you today and forever, praying for long life and prosperity in good health and wealth , HAPPY BIRTHDAY ASOLA OKIN OMO OLOKUKU KOOKIN”

HURRAY!!! PEACEFUL PRINCE ‘LAGUN OYINLOLA IS 70.

It is the day of joy as every 3rd of February marks a fresh and newest start for the Noble Prince, a great leader, an effective adviser, a superb team leader, a man of many parts and doubtless grace, a former Governor of Osun State and a dependable elder statesman, Prince Olagunsoye Oyinlola.

‘Lagun as fondly called by associates, friend and loved ones is an intelligent, humble, blunt, amiable and indefatigable icon in this generation, and he wraps himself with the fear of GOD into the affairs of men and in getting positive results.

“Oyin” meaning of which is honey is no doubt conspicuous in his lifestyle, little wonder why the old and young alike would invariably want to identify or associate with him.

Without mincing words, Prince Olagunsoye Asola Oyinlola, your positive stints in barely all stratas of existence are indelible and celebration of a living legend that you are is but a virtue of necessity.

As you are 70 today, it is obvious that you remain tireless in the efforts to make our society worth living in and you continue to ensure that common man is reckoned with accordingly, even in the face of adversities, impediments and intimidating challenges.

I celebrate you today just as always, as you healthily match on towards fulfilment in all your endeavours, aspirations and visions for life and humanity.

l pray that the Almighty GOD bless you more and grant you the answers to your remaining questions of life for the attendant encomiums of the posterity yet unborn.

Many happy returns of this special occasion Oga, AMEN. 🙏

CONGRATULATIONS SIR. 🍷🍾🍷🍾🍷🍾

Signed:
Reverend ‘Bunmi Jenyo (JP)
PDP lla Local Government,
Osun State, Nigeria.
3rd February, 2021.

BUNMI JENYO HAILS COURT OVER JUDGEMENT ON EXAMINATION FRAUD AGAINST ADELEKE’S CO-ACCUSED

A former South West Zonal Secretary from the Central Senatorial District of Osun State, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo has lauded the judiciary for clearing the air on the charges of examination malpractice against the co-accused of the PDP 2018 Governorship Candidate, Sen. Ademola Adeleke.

This was cobtained in an exclusive chat with Nigerian Platform on Wednesday, after the charges had been struck out before a Federal High Court, Abuja.

Justice Inyang Eden Ekwo had discharged and acquitted the four persons accused alongside Sen. Adeleke of committing the alleged examination malpractice in the last Governorship Election in the State.

Rev. Jenyo who stated that the case ab initio, was just a vituperation of some aggrieved individuals, said the truth always remain constant no matter the space of time for prevalence of lies.

He described the judgement as a true reflection of the fact that judiciary is the last hope of the common man and that the judgement is timely to lay off certain uncertainties concerning the credibility of Sen. Adeleke to lead.

He thereafter charged all PDP members in Osun State to join hands and rescue people from the ruins and sufferings occasioned by the ruling of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

He also appreciated the judiciary for setting the records straight and congratulated Sen. Adeleke, his co-accused and all PDP members for the legal victory.

APPEAL COURT DISMISSES OLUJIMI CAUCUS SUIT OVER EKITI PDP CONGRESSES … NO VICTOR, NO VANQUISHED – FAYOSE

The Appeal Court sitting in Ado EkitI, today, dismissed the suit filed by the caucus loyal to the Senator representing Ekiti South senatorial district, Biodun Olujimi over the congress that produced the present Ward Executive Committee members of the Peoples Democratic party (PDP) in Ekiti State.

Delivering judgment in the Appeal Number CA/EK/57/2020, the Appeal court upheld the decision of the trial Court and ressolved all issues against the Appeallant, Oladimeji Samson Olalekan.Olujimi, had through Oladimeji Samson Olalekan and others, filed a motion ex-parte, seeking an order of the court, restraining the PDP National Working Committee (NWC) from announcing, publishing, and recognizing any list as result of election of Ward Executives and three ad-hoc delegates held on March 7, 2020, as well as an order restraining the party from acting on, or making use of the names of winners of the Congresses for the purpose of the Local Government, State and Zonal Congresses.

Justice Uche N. Agomoh of the Federal High Court sitting in Ado Ekiti had on Friday, July 17, 2020 dismissed the suit, describing it as undoubtedly not justiceable as same is within an internal affairs of the PDP, citing UKUT vs. APC.

The court also awarded N200,000 cost against the plaintiff and their Counsel to be paid to the PDP, the 4th and 5th defendants on or before of September 1, 2020.In upholding the lower court decision today, Justice T.N Orji-Abadua said the appellant’s case was not justifiable since it was centred on internal affairs of a political Party.

Reacting to the judgment, Fayose said “To all PDP members, please see this a victory for all. No victor, no vanquished. We are in deep talks to reconcile all. We should refrain from provocative languages.

“The National Working Committee (NWC) of the party had in a letter with ref no: PDP/DOM/GF.V/VOL.2/20-387B dated April 25, 2020 and signed by Col Austin Akobundu (rtd), National Organizing Secretary, ordered the state chairman of the party to inaugurate the 155 ward EXCO for the fourteen out of the sixteen local government areas of the State, where the remaining two local government areas contained 22 wards are yet to conduct their Congresses.

“After giving a careful consideration of the reports of the Electoral Committee and the Appeal Panel, has, on behalf of the National Executive Committee (NEC) of the party, approved the said Congresses and the Executive Committees emerging therefrom.

“You are therefore by this correspondence, directed to take necessary and appropriate steps to Inaugurate the new Executive Officers in accordance with the provisions of Section 65 of our Party’s Constitution as amended in 2017” the letter stated.“In doing this, you’re please advised to also take into proper account the provisions of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) Guidelines of Covid-19 as it concerns Social Distancing and the gathering of people in one place.

“This shall be the new Exco Members at the expiration of the current Executives, i.e. April 30, 2020 for Ward, and shall hold office for a period of four (4) years pursuant to Section 47(1) of our Party’s Constitution as amended; (i.e. April 30, 2020 – April 30, 2024 for ward Executives).“Accordingly, I hereby forward to you the authentic list of the Ward Executives for 155 out of the 177 wards of your State as contained in the attached lists of Names of Approved Ward Exco Members,” the statement added.But the caucus loyal to Senator Biodun Olujimi today, suffered a major setback in its bid to grab the control of the party in the state, with the Appeal Court, dismissing its case challenging the inauguration of the Ward Executive Committee members of the party elected at the March 7, 2020 Ward Congresses in the state.