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Oyo PDP calls for reconciliation of aggrieved members as Arapaja emerges S’west zonal chairman

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Oyo State chapter, has congratulated the winner of the party’s just concluded south west zonal congress which held on Monday 12th of April in Osogbo, Osun state capital, and declared that the victory of Amb Taofeek Arapaja is a victory for PDP and and a step ahead in improving on internal democracy within the party in Nigeria.

The statement maintained that the outcome of the party’s congress is a “win win” for both Arapaja and Olafeso stressing that there is no loser in the end of the exercise as Arapaja’s victory remains a win for PDP as a party.

The party commended Governor Seyi Makinde for the deployment of his exceptional political skills to ensure the victory of the former deputy governor of Oyo state as the new PDP Chairman, south west zone.

The ruling party in Oyo state in a congratulatory message contained in a press statement signed by its state Publicity Secretary, Engr Akeem Olatunji, and made available to newsmen on Tuesday 13th of April, described the show of brotherhood displayed by Governor Seyi Makinde and former governor Ayo Fayose at the congress venue in Osogbo, the capital city of Osun state as ‘unprecedented and remarkable’.

The party also commended Amb Arapaja’s fellow contender, Eddy Olafeso for his genuine display of true sportsmanship before and after the congress, and urged party members in the state and across SW zone to emulate and imbibe such spirit as the party commences the process of genuine reconciliation and rebuilding.

The statement reads: “We want to use this opportunity to congratulate Ambassador Taofeek Arapaja on his well deserved victory at the just concluded PDP South West Zonal Congress which held in Osogbo, Osun state capital.

“Efforts of our very own ‘GSM’ Governor Seyi Makinde as the leader of PDP in Oyo state and the south west zone in ensuring that Oyo state candidate at the just concluded South West Zonal congress, Ambassador Taofeek Arapaja who is also a former deputy governor of Oyo state and former Nigeria’s ambassador to the republic of Jordan, is immeasurable and will go down history lane as another landmark achievements.

“It is noteworthy to emphasize that despite the differences between the two revered leaders and contenders at the south west zonal congress, our detractors and opponents in other political parties expected a rancorous outcome which in their imaginations would polarize our great party along interests line but with such display of exceptional leadership by both Governor Makinde and former governor Ayo Fayose in a genuine brotherly embrace at the congress.

“Both Amb Arapaja and Olafeso are not new in the politics of Nigeria having held several positions both in politics and government at various times in the past therefore, reaffirming our faith and trust in their vast experiences to genuinely reconcile all aggrieved members within the party across the south west zone in order to forge a more united and stronger front which will properly position PDP to take over reins of power from the ruling APC come 2023.

“As the ruling party in Oyo state under the able leadership of our ‘Mr Talk and Do’ governor, Engr Seyi Makinde, we are not unmindful of the fact that as members of one large family, there are some of our brothers and sisters with grievances but with such loud statement made by our leaders, Ayo Fayose and GSM at the congress in Osogbo, we are undoubtedly on the path of genuine reconciliation and rebuilding.

“We therefore, urge our party members who may be aggrieved for whatever reasons to sheath their sword and join hands with Governor Makinde and Amb Arapaja to rebuild and reposition our great party for greater electoral success in future.

“It is unfortunate for our detractors in the opposition parties with particular interest in dividing us using the instrumentality of personal interests as against collective will and party supremacy, but with genuine love, dedication and commitment to the will of our great party as shown by our leaders, we have further shown that PDP is ready to become the ruling party at the federal government level come 2023.

“We therefore commend the entire PDP leadership in Oyo state for aligning with the vision of Governor Makinde to reposition the state and make it first among firsts by providing maximum support for the present government under the governor’s able leadership.

“As a party, we will always endeavor to take every available opportunity to deepen the tenets of internal democracy within our party and give every member equal and adequate sense of belonging as we are well known for.

“We sincerely thank Governor Seyi Makinde, former governor Ayo Fayose, Amb Taofeek Arapaja, Eddy Olafeso, former Governor Olagunsoye Oyinlola, former Governor Segun Oni, Dr Saka Balogun, Mr Eyitayo Jegede (SAN) Chief Bode George, Senator Abiodun Olujimi, Senator Hosea Agboola, Hon Dayo Ogungbenro, Alhaji Kunmi Mustapha, Alhaji Wasiu Adeleke, Hon Dare Adeleke, Alhaja Mutiat Ladoja and all our elders and leaders in PDP for showing and setting us on the path of genuine reconciliation, rebuilding, and party repositioning, and we say for the sake of emphasis, the time for genuine reconciliation and rebuilding is now.

“Congratulations to the new Peoples Democratic Party South West Zone Executives.”

  1. Chairman- Amb. Taofeek Arapaja.
  2. Secretary – Chief Rahman Owokoniran.
  3. Treasurer- Mr Samson Omotoyosi. .
  4. Organizing Secretary- Barr. Amuwa Benson.
  5. Publicity Secretary- Chief Olusanya Atofarati.
  6. Financial Secretary – Mr Adewoyin Rasaq
  7. Legal Adviser- Barr. Gbenga Kukoyi.
  8. Auditor- Dr. Adeola Adewumi.
  9. Women Leader- Alh. Modinat Adedibu.
  10. Youth Leader- Mr Bamidele Seyi Abiola.
  11. Zonal Ex.Officio- Adeola Santos.
  12. Zonal Ex.Officio- Modupe Adetokunbo.
  13. Zonal Ex.Officio- Araoye Sikiru.
  14. Zonal Ex.Officio- Olugbenga Idowu.
  15. Zonal Ex.Officio- Segun Adewale Aeroland.
  16. Zonal Ex.Officio- Lanre Fajuyi. &
    Natl Ex.Officio- Olakunle Paul.
    Natl Ex.Officio- David Kolawole Vaughan.
    Natl Ex.Officio- Ogunrinde Emmanuel.
    Natl Ex- Faboyede Clement.
    Natl Ex- Taiwo Kabiru.
    Natl Ex- Oluwakemi Olayiwola.
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Gov. Oyetola greets Osun Muslims as Ramadan commences

Governor of The State of Osun, Adegboyega Oyetola, has sent greetings to Muslim faithful in the State and around the world as they commence the 1442 AH Ramadan fasting, following the sighting of the moon.

In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Ismail Omipidan in Osogbo, the State capital, on Monday, Oyetola who described the month of Ramadan as a period of spiritual uplift and complete devotion to Allah, encouraged Muslims to take advantage of the Holy month to strengthen their commitment to the service of Allah and humanity.

He was however quick to remind the people to “take cognisance of the fact that Coronavirus is still here with us”, and appealed to them to continue to observe safety protocols at places of worship and ensure they use their nose masks.

Oyetola further said: “I congratulate Muslim faithful in Osun and around the globe for witnessing yet another blessed month of Ramadan. We thank Allah who has made this possible.

“As we all know, Ramadan is a period of spiritual uplift and complete devotion to Almighty Allah. We must therefore, take advantage of this Holy month to strengthen our commitment to the service of Allah and humanity.

“We must also endeavour to increase our acts of kindness and generosity by showing love and extending hands of support to the poor and the needy, as it was the usual practice of Prophet Muhammad (SAW).

“I pray to Allah to accept all our acts of worship in this blessed month and reward us all abundantly.”

The governor also urged Muslims and Nigerians in general to seize the opportunity of the Holy month to intensify prayers for the continued peace, progress and development of
Osun in particular and Nigeria in general.

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Crescent moon sighted as Saudi Arabia, 9 others declare Ramadan begins tommorow

Green Lane Masjid in Birmingham, 7 other countries confirmed the start of Ramadan following an announcement from Saudi Arabia. Ramadan has been announced for 2021 with the first fast to take place on April 13.

Officials said the majority of Muslims follow announcements from Saudi Arabia, UAE, with at least 7 other countries following suite. Others yet to announce are waiting for verified moon sightings from the UK, Morocco, or elsewhere, so Ramadan can vary by a day or so.

Green Lane Masjid and Community Centre (GLMCC), in Small Heath, Birmingham – the main organiser of the annual Eid celebrations in Birmingham – is among those following the Saudi announcements.

GLMCC said in a statement: “The moon has been sighted which means that Ramadan will commence tomorrow, Tuesday 13th April 2021.

Traditionally, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia observe the holy month on the same dates, while Oman’s religious authority calls Ramadan independently of the rest of the Arabian Gulf.

This difference in dates has been going on for many years but has now come to a point where experts are calling for an end to ‘moon wars’ with the setting up of a UK moon sighting board.

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Lagos Govt set to clamp down on owners of dilapidated buildings, issues 7-day quit notice to occupants

The Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) has issued a seven-day quit notice to the owner and occupants of a dilapidated structure used for both commercial and residential purpose at 2, Brown Street, off Bolade Bus-Stop, Oshodi, after several quit and removal notices had been served to the building without compliance.

The General Manager of LASBCA, Arc. Gbolahan Oki, in a statement issued by the Agency, said that the quit notice became necessary based on a thorough Structural Integrity/Stability Test (SIT) carried out on the building by a team of LASBCA experts and its sister Agency, Lagos State Material Testing Laboratory.

According to him, the report of the SIT indicated that the building is gravely distressed and a disaster waiting to happen, hence, the need for urgent removal of the structure to prevent loss of lives and property.

Oki advised the traders/residents of the structure to vacate the building for their own good before Thursday, 15th April 2021, to allow the Agency remove the building, stressing that the State government has zero tolerance for building collapse in order to ensure the safety of all residents in Lagos.

He maintained that the government will not fold its arms and watch a highly distressed structure of that magnitude collapse, thereby endangering the lives of the occupants and residents in the area without taking necessary action, reiterating that the State government is committed to protecting the lives and property of its citizens.

The General Manager further enjoined the people to support the government by reporting any distressed and non-conforming building in their vicinity to any LASBCA district office nearest to them, as this will help reduce the rate of building collapse to the barest minimum in the State.

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S’West PDP Congress: Hoodlums arrested with pump action linked to party chieftain

ODUDUWA NEWS has gathered that some hoodlums suspected to be linked to a chieftain of PDP in Oyo State, Chief Bisi Olopoeyan have been arrested by security agencies.

It was learnt that the suspected hoodlums while being queried by security agencies confessed to have been ordered by Olopoeyan to disrupt the South-West PDP zonal congress holding currently in Osogbo.

It will be recalled that the battle for the Southwest PDP Zonal Chairman is between the camp of ex-Ekiti governor, Ayodele Fayose and Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde.

It should be noted that Chief Olopoeyan has been at loggerheads with Governor Seyi Makinde since inception of his administration claiming several times that he has been sidelined from his government. Based on this disposition, Olopoeyan said to have pitched tent with the Fayose camp in the ongoing PDP Southwest Zonal Congress in Osogbo.

ODUDUWA NEWS learnt that the thugs led by their leader identified as Olowoposi were rounded up by the Police in Osogbo with guns and charms found in their possession.

As at the time of filing this report, the Police have taken the suspects to their custody for further investigation.

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Electing Arapaja as S’West PDP Zonal chairman, a major determinant of 2023 presidential race, Makinde tells supporters

The zonal Congress of Peoples’ Democratic Party PDP of the Southwest region of Nigeria is currently holding at Osogbo, the State Capital of Osun State.

ODUDUWA NEWS gathered that thousands of supporters thronged to the venue of the Congress to support their various candidates. The venue was also filled with various political gladiators in PDP who also came to solidarize with their preferred candidates.

ODUDUWA NEWS had earlier reported how some party stalwarts believing to be loyalists of ex-Ekiti governor’s camp, Mr. Peter Fayose later pitched tent with their opposing camp of Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde who had openly declared support for former Oyo State Deputy Governor, Ambassador Taofeeq Arapaja.

Earlier today, Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde stormed the venue of the Congress in Osogbo and spoke to his teeeming supporters to ensure the emergence of his preferred candidate because the zonal Congress shall determine the 2023 presidential race.

He said whatever decision made at the congress would either make or mar the aspiration of Southwest in the battle for the 2023 presidential race as Southwest region would be a major force to reckon with regarding where the presidential ticket should be zoned to.

“I am appealing to you to lend your support to Ambassador Arapaja, he is qualified, experienced and loyal. There is no other candidate for the race that surpasses his wealth of experience in politics”, said Makinde.

Makinde while canvassing for support from his teeming supporters implored them to embrace peace throughout the electioneering process.

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S’West PDP Congress: Fayose’s camp suffers setback as loyalists pitch tent with opposition

The crack in Fayose’s camp emerged following complaints by delegates loyal to him over neglect, abandonment and negligence of their interest.

Trouble started when a group of Ekiti state delegates within Fayose’s camp, led by a former house of reps member, complained that monies promised to delegates for mobilization and feeding have not been paid to them since they arrived at Osogbo, Osun state. The former federal legislator also accused Fayose of deceiving them with bogus promises without fulfilling any. He lamented his ordeal and expressed regret for blindly following the former governor.

The legislator’s complaint was echoed by other delegates present, from there, they decided to take their destinies to their hands.

Also, the PDP chairman informed his Lagos and Ekiti counterparts of the decision of delegates from his state to deliver their votes to Ambassador Taofik Arapaja for the PDP zonal chairmanship election, as well as other candidates endorsed by the camp of Governor Seyi Makinde.

The Ogun state party chairman lamented that he cannot be opposition in his state and PDP. He decried the severe polarization of the party that made them lose the 2019 election, and vowed that it would be different this time around. He further accused Eddy Olafeso of deliberately furthering crises for his selfish agenda.

He and other executive members are expected to formally make known their decision before commencement of the congress proper.

In another development, the camp of Senator Ademola Adeleke is in a state of confusion following the decision of the former senator to boycott the congress. According to the party faithful, Adeleke is currently holidaying in the United States, and has failed to communicate with his supporters in the past 72 hours.

Meanwhile, Osogbo, where the party’s congress is to hold, is relatively peaceful. Delegates are seen ready to vote in the interest of the unity of the party in the zone.

Governor Seyi Makinde, the Oyo state governor, has continued to sue for peace. He also assured every stakeholder that the congress will be peaceful despite the schemes of those that don’t wish the party well.

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Birthday: Alado adds a year to age, promises more commitments to Ado-Awaye development

The Alado of Ado-Awaye, Oba Folakanmi Olugbile has promised to be more committed to the development of Ado-Awaye. He made the statement during the ocasssion of his birthday.

Alado made the promise in a statement signed and sent to ODUDUWA NEWS today by his Secretary, Prince Niyi Okunade-Maku read in part:

“To God alone be the glory .His Royal Majesty, Oba Revd Ademola Olugbile Folakanmi,Makuledoye 11_Soludero 1, the Alado of Ado-Awaye and the paramount traditional ruler in Araromi LCDA, is a year plus today 12th April, 2021.

“In his auspicious birthday message, Oba Folakanmi returned all glory back to his maker for given him grace to witness another birthday on the land of living inspite of several challenges of life as a royal father.

“Speaking further, Kabiyesi said,”being alive to witness another birthday of mine is uncommon grace and I am most graceful to my lord for his love and protection over me”.

“He stated further that,”in order to justify my existence and the good thing God has done for me as a royal father,I shall be more committed and be proactive to the course of Ado-Awaye development,while I am appreciating the cooperation I have been enjoying from well meaning sons and daughters of Ado-Awaye home and in diaspora”.The statement has concluded.

“In the meantime, Kabiyesi seizes the opportunity of his birthday to encourage all sons and daughters of Ado-Awaye home and in diaspora to join him in his current mission to promoting the cultural/tourism heritage of Ado -Awaye land, and by so doing giving the town an international recognition it deserves.In this regard,he invites all indigenes of Ado-Awaye to the forthcoming children day celebration designed and taged “BEST OF 2021”,aiming at promoting our tourism heritage, and as part of his programmes to mark his 4th year on the throne, slated to hold between May 27th and 28th,2021 respectively.

“In his final conclusion, Kabiyesi used the avenue to wish all Muslims faithful a successful Ramadan fasting period”.

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Ramadan: NSCIA tells Nigerian Muslims to look out for crescent moon on Monday

The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, has directed the Nigerian Muslim Ummah to look out for the crescent (moon) of Ramadan 1442AH from Monday.

Abubakar gave the directive on Sunday in a statement issued by Prof. Sambo Junaidu, Chairman, Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs, Sultanate Council, Sokoto.

He Noted “This is to inform the Muslim Ummah that Monday, April 12, which is equivalent to the 29th day of Sha’aban 1442AH shall be the day to look for the new moon of Ramadan 1442AH.

The statement read “Muslim are, therefore, requested to start looking for the crescent moon on Monday and report its sighting to the nearest District or Village Head for onward communication to the Sultan“.

The Sultan prayed Allah to assist Muslims in the discharge of their religious duty.

Junaidu gave telephone numbers that could be used directly to report the sighting of the new moon to the committee.

The numbers are 08037157100, 07067416900, 08066303077, 08036149757, 08035965322 and 08035945903.

Recall that Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar observed by Muslims worldwide as a month for fasting, prayer, reflection and assisting the needy.

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