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Bibire Kose Fowora: An Incredible Asset to Oyo State & Nigeria ~OCAT

An Adage of the Yoruba says “Bibi Ire Kose Fowo Wa” meaning Being Born Well isn’t an Item to be bought with Money.

Also Armin Houman says “Values are the definition of our actions in life”

These are exactly words which qualifies a man born in Odo-Ona, Apata area of Ibadan, Oyo State and being rooted in the doctrines of Christ led him to the path of truth by ensuring that while his parents gave him qualitative education, the fear of God on the other hand was also instilled in him, which was what kept all through his life till now, standing out as one of the very best his schools has ever produced in those days

Who am I talking about? – Abayomi Fagbenro; An American Veteran, Ibadan Philanthropist and Oyo State Politican who puts smiles in face of all who comes around him.

No wonder his motto is: “Give Smile, Give love and Remember Hope Also Need Help”.

Hon Fagbenro can be decided as Right Peg in Round Hole for the people of Ibadan SouthWest/Northwest, Oyo State and Nigeria which he show case by making sure that the choice of the people become reality at the last 2023 General Elections.

Despite all odds which surrounded his political aspiration with a singular aim To Make Life More Abundant For The People; Rt Hon Abayomi supported, canvassed and won his entire reaches for all the PDP candidates in Oyo State most especially Hon Adedeji Stanley Olajide Odidi-Omo and The Man of The People Gov Seyi Makinde FNSE DSc.

Hope Also Need Help Foundation, A Foundation by this special breed BIBIRE has done lots more in Oyo State, this incredible and great man has kept supporting accelerated development of Oyo State and like the sustainable development tagged Omituntun 2.0.

Truly, Bibire Kose Fowora and it’s equivalent to Abayomi Fagbenro BIBIRE

God Bless Bibire
God Bless Seyi Makinde
God Bless Oyo State
God Bless Nigeria

🖊 OCAT

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APC Breaks Silence on Adeleke’s Supreme Court Win, Issues Call to Action for Members

The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has reacted to the Supreme Court verdict affirming Governor Ademola Adeleke’s victory.

ODUDUWA NEWS reports that in a statement released by the party’s Director of Media and Information, Chief Kola Olabisi, the APC expressed acceptance of the judgement, acknowledging that in every contest, there must be a winner.

However, the party also stated that it would not shy away from its opposition responsibilities in keeping the government accountable, despite congratulating Governor Adeleke on his victory.

According to Sooko Tajudeen Lawal, the Acting Chairman of the APC in the state, the party is a democratic political body that upholds the rule of law and accepts the finality of the Supreme Court’s decision. Lawal emphasized that, though the party is not pleased with the outcome, there is no legal recourse to challenge the verdict of the highest court in the land.

He said: “The members and supporters of our party should refuse to be downcast with the current political situation in the state as the nature of politics is that one doesn’t win all the time.

“The prevailing condition of the winner(s) of today does not make him the perpetual winner as the political office which was contested for is a tenured one for a period of four years after which we shall have the opportunity to slug it out with those who are rejoicing over today’s victory.

“It is however, worthwhile to state that our party and our candidate, former Governor Gboyega Oyetola, might have lost the election as it was pronounced by the apex court of the land but it is visible to the court of the public that they never lost the battle.

“That Osun State is a common patrimony is the reason why we are assuring the PDP and the government that we shall be meeting in the trenches when it’s constitutionally ripe to do so.

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PDP Southwest Vice Chairman, Adagunodo Dies In USA At 62

The Family of Adagunodo Oluwatukesi has announced the passing away into glory of their beloved, brother, father and an illustrious son, Hon. Clement Olasoji Adagunodo which sad event took place yesterday in a hospital in the United States of America after a brief illness.

According to an official message from the family of the deceased, Hon. Adagunodo gave up the ghost late yesterday (early this morning, Nigerian time).

Hon. Olasoji Adagunodo was a member of the Osun State House of Assembly between 2003 and 2007.

He was also the Deputy Chief Whip of Osun State House of Assembly between 2003 and 2007.

Hon. Olasoji Adagunodo was the immediate past State Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party between 2018 and 2021 before he was seconded to the position of the National Vice Chairman of the party in the South West on November 25, 2021

Hon. Adagunodo was the National Vice Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, South West until his death.

He was also a member of the National Working Committee of the party by virtue of his position as the National Vice Chairman of the party and also a member of the National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Peoples Democratic Party.

Hon. Adagunodo was a graduate of the Polytechnic, Ibadan, A Masters Degree holder in Managerial Psychology, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology and also a holder of Masters in Business Administration, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, LAUTECH, Ogbomoso.

Hon. Olasoji Adagunodo was a fellow of the Nigerian Institute of Quantity Surveyors of Nigeria, (FNIQS).

Hon. Adagunodo was survived by a wife, three children and grandchildren, uncles, sisters and brothers.

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We Embarked On Strike Action Due To Poor Working Condition, Unpaid Wages – LAUTECH Doctors

The doctors at the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology Teaching Hospital in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, started a strike action on Monday due to poor working conditions and unpaid wages for the years 2016 and 2017.

The Medical and Dental Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) chapter of the institution’s chairman, Ayobami Alabi, and secretary, Taiwo Alatishe, announced the start of the industrial action on Monday.

They claimed that their decision to stop working for the institution was based on a congressional resolution reached after the expiration of an earlier ultimatum.

The association noted that it had taken steps to protect the hospital from total collapse and to reposition it for better training, research, and services for which it was established, but that there was no assurance that the issues in dispute would be resolved anytime soon, either partially or completely.

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Oyo Assembly Tasks OYSIEC On Credible Council Poll, Pledges Support For Hitch-Free Exercise

The Oyo State House of Assembly has tasked the members of the Oyo State Independent Electoral Committee, OYSIEC on credible election and to ensure that all aspirants seeking elective positions in the proposed council election are given level playing field.

This position was made known today at the meeting of the House Committee on Local Government held with the officials of OYSIEC to deliberate on the released guidelines and time table for the conduct of proposed local government council election.

The meeting which was held today at the Caucus meeting chaired by the Chairman House Committee on Local Government, Hon. Akintunde Olajide AKT.

Hon. Akintunde AKT while giving his opening remark, thanked all the participants for deeming it fit to honour the committee’s invitation. He discussed briefly on the time table released by OYSIEC on the proposed Local Government Council election, he stated that the purpose of the gathering was to be intimated with the plans and preparations of the members of the OYSIEC on the released timetable.

In his words, while discussing the rationale behind the prompt release of the time table, the Chairman of OYSIEC, Alhaji Isiaka Olagunju SAN said it was necessary to conduct new election due to the fact that the tenure of office of the incumbent chairmen is gradually coming to end, he cited a section of the constitution, which empowers the Commission to reel out at least 360 days notification before the election day. He further made clarification on the timeframe by making reference to the Supreme Court judgement in the case of Osun OSIEC/opposition parties which ruled that notice of 60 days could be given as well.

Hon. Wale Gbadamosi popularly known as Wale Canada while speaking, asked the OYSIEC chairman to clarify the insinuation from certain quarters that the OYSIEC election would not give everybody level playing ground as there was a grand plan for “selection” as against “election”.

While reacting to the question, the OYSIEC Chairman said, when he was appointed to lead the Commission, he asked a direct question from Gov Makinde if he would allow him to operate freely and conduct free and fair election in which the Governor acceded to his request. He however expressed his displeasure to the inability of the opposition parties to participate in the last election having done everything possible to convince them of his mission to conducting free and fair election without any fear or favour.

“I am reiterating my commitment now in the presence of PRESS that the commission I am leading would not condone any act that is capable of jeopardizing the smooth conduct of peaceful, free and fair election.

“If you are looking for someone that would rig election, count me out, my stance at the commission is to ensure that everybody is given level playing ground”, said the OYSIEC Chairman.

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Angry Mob Sets Ablaze Two Suspected Motorcycle Thieves In Ibadan

Angry mob, in the early hours of Tuesday, set ablaze two yet-to-be-identified individuals who were said to be suspected armed robbers, at Popo bridge, Oke Ado area of Ibadan, Oyo State capital.

Some eyewitnesses who spoke with our correspondent at the scene of the incident, described it as unfortunate, adding that the suspects were nabbed after snatching a motorcycle from the owner in the area. 

“We heard the voice of someone seeking help and we rushed out and saw him bleeding from the side of his neck. We could hear him aloud saying he is under attack, help me pls,” an eyewitness told our reporter.

Another eyewitness, who also sought anonymity, disclosed that “The man told us they forcefully took his bike and snapped his neck with cutlass. The man said they already took the bike from me but they didn’t stop at that. They also wanted to take my phone which made me stand the ground and hold one of them right and call on people to come to my rescue.

“We immediately arranged for him to be taken to the hospital while we screamed for help from people in the neighborhood “.

“We chased them, they ran inside the bridge and we apprehended the two of them in the long run”.

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OYSIEC Vows To Conduct Free, Fair Council Election, Assures All Aspirants Of Level Playing Ground

The Oyo State House Committee on Local Government today met with the members of the Oyo State Independent Electoral Committee, OYSIEC to deliberate on the released guidelines and time table for the conduct of local government council election.

The meeting held today at the Caucus Room of the Oyo State House of Assembly and was chaired by the Chairman House Committee on Local Government, Hon. Akintunde Olajide AKT.

Hon. Akintunde AKT while giving his opening remark, thanked all the participants for deeming it fit to honour the committee’s invitation. He discussed briefly on the time table released by OYSIEC on the proposed Local Government Council election, he stated that the purpose of the gathering was to be intimated with the plans and preparations of the members of the OYSIEC on the released timetable.

In his words, while discussing the rationale behind the prompt release of the time table, the Chairman of OYSIEC, Alhaji Isiaka Olagunju SAN said it was necessary to conduct new election due to the fact that the tenure of office of the incumbent chairmen is gradually coming to end, he cited a section of the constitution, which empowers the Commission to reel out at least 360 days notification before the election day. He further made clarification on the timeframe by making reference to the Supreme Court judgement in the case of Osun OSIEC/opposition parties which ruled that notice of 60 days could be given as well.

“We followed the section of our law that stated 360 days should be given before the commencement of election and this brought about the release of time table on the 27th April, 2023 which will culminate into election on the 27th of April, 2024”, said OYSIEC Chairman.

Hon. Wale Gbadamosi popularly known as Wale Canada while speaking, asked the OYSIEC chairman to clarify the insinuation from certain quarters that the OYSIEC election would not give everybody level playing ground as there was a grand plan for “selection” as against “election”.

While reacting to the question, the OYSIEC Chairman said, when he was appointed to lead the Commission, he asked a direct question from Gov Makinde if he would allow him to operate freely and conduct free and fair election in which the Governor acceded to his request. He however expressed his displeasure to the inability of the opposition parties to participate in the last election having done everything possible to convince them of his mission to conducting free and fair election without any fear or favour.

“I am reiterating my commitment now in the presence of PRESS that the commission I am leading would not condone any act that is capable of jeopardizing the smooth conduct of peaceful, free and fair election.

“If you are looking for someone that would rig election, count me out, my stance at the commission is to ensure that everybody is given level playing ground”, said the OYSIEC Chairman.

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Speakership: Gbajabiamila Anointed Abass Who’s Unpopular – Betara blows hot

House of Representatives Member and an aspirant for the Speakership of the House of Representatives, Aliyu Betara have accused Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila of picking someone who’s not popular to succeed him as the next Speaker.

Betara who was referring to Tajudeen Abass who has also being picked by the APC National Working Committee (NWC) as its consensus candidate for the speakership vowed to go ahead to contest for the speakership during his official declaration in Abuja.

He said, “Femi Gbajabiamila gave me a name, He called me the “Head Boy”. I was surprised when my boss (Femi Gbajabiamila) nominated Tajudeen Abass outside of all of us seated here.

“If today, the deputy Speaker of the House is contesting, the chairman appropriation is contesting, the majority leader is contesting, then who’s closer to the speaker ?

Betara went on to say that Gbajabiamila is picking someone (Abass) that most members of the 9th assembly don’t know.

Idris Wase, Alhassan Doguwa and other members of the House of Representatives were also present during the official declaration of Aliyu Betara to run for the Speakership of the House of Representatives.

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“Sheath your swords and support president-elect for a greater Nigeria” Ooni of Ife appeals to Atikulates, Obidients

The Arole Oduduwa, Ooni of Ife; Ooni Adeyeye Babatunde Enitan Ogunwusi Ojaja II (CFR) has made an appeal to all Nigerian across the country regardless of their party affiliation to sheath their swords and work together with the President-Elect, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the progress of Nigeria.

Ooni Adeyeye made this call in Lagos while hosting a high delegation sent by Kenyan President His Excellency; William Ruto headed by Kenya’s Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service, Francis Koskie also Chairman Dangote Groups Alhaji Aliko Dangote, CEO of Propetrol Harry Ebohen, Governor of Ogun State; Prince Dapo Abiodun and Fintech Guru Kunmi Demuren who met with the president Elect Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu at his Lagos residence where series of discussion was held on how Africa can synergize to bring about national development; creating a platform for prosperity through African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) while creating an innovative future for our young people.

Ooni said; ‘Nigeria remains Africa’s largest economy, most populous nation, and a political powerhouse. During my last visit, the Kenyan President assured me of his government’s unwavering determination to improve its nations’ and businesses’ footprints in Nigeria. Africa is the world’s engine, and we must remodel its priceless natural resources and safeguard its age-old wealth for our progress.

After the meeting with the Kenyan Government representatives and Nigeria’s business communities, Asiwaju Tinubu also showed his readiness to partner with other business leaders in his quest to transform Nigeria’s economy and also transit Nigeria from a consuming dependent economy to producing economy. Making recourse to Alhaji Aliko Dangote’s $20Billion Refinery which is set to commence operation fully by the end of the month. Asiwaju also committed his readiness to partner with East Africa most especially Kenya by creating a more robust partnership; rejigging its long relationship which will help both governments grow astronomically in trade, cultural exchange and intergovernmental development.

Ooni also averred that as the country transitions to a new government, it’s best for all hands to be on deck regardless of candidate choice and party affiliations as the election has gone and governance and putting Nigeria on the right path to greatness should be a collective effort. “As the presidential inauguration approaches, I beseech you all, young and old, Obidients and Atikulates, hopeful and weary, amiable and passionate, to lay down your arms. There is no reason to waste time looking back; all we have is today and the future. Now is the time to embrace our diversity and uniqueness. We may differ in opinions and approaches to achieving a better Nigeria, but we all want a nation we can be proud of. Let us come together to support the vision of Asiwaju Gbogbo Ile Oodua.’

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