As Nigeria Prepares for Elections: The Implications on The African Continent and the World

By: Olaniyi Odina

Nigeria is regarded as the giant of Africa, whatever effects it negatively or positively affects the entire Africa.

 This is so because the country is the military power base of the continent. It is also regarded as the economic power base of the nation because it is the largest producer and exporter of crude oil.

 With an estimated population of over two hundred million people, it is believed that Nigeria houses over one-fifth of the black race. Traditionally elections are very volatile in Nigeria until 2015 when the incumbent lost and he relinquished power without any drama.

Again Nigeria is marching towards another election the tempo is already high, if the election happens peacefully it will a plus and an image bolster for the African continent. We shall examine possible adverse consequences such refuge crisis, increase in security challenges and economic meltdown should the election end in a fiasco.

Our world is already faced with the refugee crisis, with Africans leaving the continent in droves. One of the consequences of an election gone bad is a civil war that will displace hundreds of millions of people.

                                          Odina
This can only lead the avoidable migrant crisis, Nigerians will be forced to leave their countries and go into neighboring African countries. The route to Africa through the Sahara desert that has claimed lots of lives will become busier. This is so because Nigerians in their thousands are known to ply that dangerous route yearly, many Nigerians are known to have died trying to cross over to Europe in search of greener pastures in times of peace the number that will use the desert during the time of crisis, is better left unimagined.

This unwanted movement of people will be aided by the very porous borders of African nations and vague immigration laws. That is mostly enforced by corrupt government officials that sell anything to the highest bidder for amounts next to nothing.

Breakdown of law and order is one of the first signs of political crisis. People will be killed for sports, people will be maimed and mutilated with permanent disabilities for fun, young women will be raped without consequences and fathers will give up the divinity and sanctity of their daughters to gun-wielding men for protection.

Like Thomas Hobbes postulated life will become "short and brutish". African countries that share boundaries with Nigeria both closely and remotely will get a fair share of these security challenges because the good, the bad and the criminally terrible will join during the migration. The criminal minded will migrate to their host nations with their criminality and they will continue their crimes in their host nation.

A crisis in Nigeria will shake the root of the peace currently enjoyed by most African nations and the entire global community.

 Nigeria is the largest exporter of crude oil on the African continent. Its trade partners in America, Europe, Asia, and Africa will get a share of the economic crisis. It is  established in demand and supply principle in Economics that the market forces of demand and supply affect prices both negatively and positively.

A crisis in Nigeria that is the Largest producer of crude oil in Africa and the sixth largest in the world will reduce the supply of crude oil to the global market because explorers will abandon oil fields.

 This reduction in supply will force prices of crude oil to go up in the international market. This will also lead to an increase in the cost of petroleum products in markets around the globe.

 Aside from affecting global crude oil prices, a crisis in Nigeria will also affect the global agricultural market.

The country is the leading producer of an exporter of Cocoa, oil palm, groundnut, and many other agricultural products.
A crisis in Nigeria Will also affect the supply and subsequently prices of these agricultural products in the local market across the world.

Global leaders and readers should be mindful that this article is in no way an attempt to prophesy doom, it is just a wake-up call to the global community on the implications of a full-blown political crisis in the economic, political, population power base of Africa.

~~Written by Olaniyi Odina, a vibrant and young public affairs commentator from Oriade LGA,Osun.
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Hon Lawrence Ayeni sympathizes with victims of Ilesa/Akure expressway accident,tasks federal government to dualize the busy rout to Akure.

Hon Lawrence Babatunde Ayeni has described the road accident that claimed about 15 lives on Ilesa/Akure expressway yesterday morning as unfortunate.

Hon Ayeni who was visibly shocked and traumatised over the unfortunate incident and a colossal lost, urged family of the victims to take solace in God Almighty.

The grassroot politician and philanthropist said this while commiserating with family of the victims.

This is contained in a statement credited to his media office.

The statement further reads in part;

“My heart goes out to the victims of the tragic accident at Erin Ijesa axis on Ilesa/Akure expressway,  especially those who lost their lives''

Ayeni said Ife/Ilesa/Akure expressway is a busy road , and deserves the federal government urgent attention to dualized the route down to Akure.

According to him, the corridor has been a fast link to Abuja, Benin and other southeast states, saying security presence along Ilesa /Akure expressway is also important owing to criminal activities on the road.

Hon Ayeni prayed that God in his infinite mercy will protect everybody ,just as he appealed to road users to imbibe good road use culture, and be extra careful across the country during the ember months ,and beyond.

Hon L.B Ayeni sets to disburse grants to youths in Ijesa South Federal Constituency of Osun,says the gesture is a pointer to good things to come if elected in 2019.

The candidate of the ruling All Progressive Congress for Ijesa South Federal Constituency in the 2019 elections Hon Lawrence Babatunde Ayeni has assured his constituents of more effective representation and promised to continue delivering dividends of democracy to them.

Hon Ayeni made this known while receiving some traditional rulers in his empowerment foundation office ,Ilesa.

While expressing gratitude to the royal fathers, Hon Ayeni urged his constituents to remain committed to the advancement of good governance in the state through their support for the APC government at all levels.

He described Governor Rauf Aregbesola of Osun as the architect of the modern Osun state, just as he charged people of the state to support the administration of the governor-elect Alhaji Gboyega Oyetola.

Hon Ayeni noted that such commitment and support would guarantee progress in the state.

The grassroot politician also urged  all those who have been trained through his empowerment program, but due to financial constraint are yet to practice , to pick a form at his Okesa office beginning from the second week of November 2018 , saying he is set to disburse a take off grant to the effected trainees.

'Our people will soon be giving grant  ,or take off funds, and by the time i got elected to represent my people in Abuja, i will find it easier to do more' said Hon Ayeni

The Amuludun of Ijesaland said his foundation had empowered thousands of peoples, and sponsored some youths in the area of sporting activities ,particularly football.

Hon Ayeni who thanked APC members, traditional rulers, artisans, civil servants, community and religious leaders, labour unions, associations,  security agencies, the iyalojas ,youths, women, Okada operators, NURTW, RTAN and the people of Ijesa South Federal Constituency, pledged his commitment to enhancing the quality of lives of his constituents if voted for in the 2019 elections.

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Market men, women endorse Hon L.B Ayeni,assuring APC of flawless victory in the 2019 elections.

Ahead of the 2019 elections, some market men and women in Ijesaland have expressed readiness to support Hon Lawrence Babatunde Ayeni, saying the philanthropist has rendered selfless services to the humanity, and deserves their votes.

The traders in their numbers made this known at a short forum in Ilesa.

Describing Hon Ayeni as a man of the people, with a very large heart who has been helping the needy in Ijesaland and beyond, the traders said having such a prolific, generous and peace loving personality to fly the flag of APC in Ijesa South Federal Constituency in the 2019 election is laudable ,and will amount to a flawless victory for APC in the area.

While speaking with newsmen ,the Iyaloja Atakunmosa market ,Ilesa Chief Mrs. Hanna Awe thanked Hon Ayeni for his gesture towards ensuring that the ancient market maintain a high level of hygiene.

She also called on the federal government to do the needful  to check the high cost of food items in the country.

Earlier, Hon L.B Ayeni told the Iyaloja and her executive members that his foundation -L.B Ayeni Foundation would from now on pay the bill required to keep Atakumosa market clean ,and friendly to all and sundry, urging traders in the market not to pay a dime anymore to waste  collectors.

Hon Ayeni  also charged market men and women at the popular Atakunmosa market to  continue supporting the ruling 
All Progressives Congress APC at the local, State and federal levels.

I WILL BRINGS IFE'S DUES HOME- OLUSEGUN FANIBE

 Otunba Olusegun Ayodele Fanibe (Oko-Arugbo, Kajola, Kajolowo) has said he will provides adequate representation to the good people of Ifeland and never trade away what belongs to Ife if giving the opportunity to represents Ife Federal Constituency at the lower Chambers of the national assembly comes 2019 general election.

 Fanibe stated this in a town hall meeting with Ife Progressive Forum (the umbrella body of all association in Ifeland) held at Oba Okunade Sijuwade Memorial City Hall, Enuwa, Ile-Ife."

In a statement made available by his Media Adviser, MacDonald Oladipo, said, Otunba Olusegun Ayodele Fanibe who is contesting for House of Representatives, Ife Federal Constituency under the auspices of ACCORD said, I counts it as a great privilege of a lifetime to stands before my parents whose main concerns every blessed minute is to see Ife becoming el-dorado."

My motive of joining politics is to contribute my quota to the development of Ifeland.

"I started my humanitarian activities in 1996 which spanned through scholarship, free health programmes, skill acquisitions, free examination forms, regular assistance to our Youth and our aged mother, hence I'm called Oko-Arugbo."

The ACCORD flagbearer promised to bring whatever is due to Ifeland home without trading the rights of Ife."

In his words, President, Ife Progressive Forum, Com. Lawrence Awowoyin appreciates the good gesture of Otunba Fanibe to the society and pray for God's guidance for him on his aspiration."

Awowoyin added, what we have had before is Ife serving their representatives rather than the representatives serving Ifeland."

Otunba Olusegun Ayodele Fanibe, Chairman, ACCORD, Osun State laud the efforts of His Imperial Majesty, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja 11, Ooni of Ife for his developmental strides in Ifeland since mounting the throne of his forebears."

2019:NIGERIAN SOCIETY OF ENGINEERS ENDORSES THE CANDIDACY OF HON LAWRENCE BABATUNDE AYENI.

THE NIGERIAN SOCIETY OF ENGINEERS [NSE] ILESA CHAPTER, OSUN STATE HAS COMMENDED THE HUMANITARIAN GESTURES AND ACTIVITIES OF HON LAWRENCE BABATUNDE AYENI AS THE SOCIETY MARKED ITS WEEK TODAY.

THE SOCIETY LAUDED HON AYENI FOR HIS PHILANTHROPIC GESTURES IN THE LAST 7YEARS DESCRIBING HIM AS ONE OF THE FEW POLITICIANS LOVED BY THE MASSES.

THE NEWLY ELECTED PRESIDENT OF THE ASSOCIATION IN ILESA , ENGINEER DOTUN FAWIBE MADE THIS KNOWN IN A CHAT WITH UNIQ FM NEWS IN ILESA.

HE THANKED HON AYENI WHO IS THE APC CANDIDATE IN IJESA SOUTH FEDERAL CONSTITUENCY IN THE 2019 ELECTIONS, FOR SUPPORTING THE SOCIETY EACH TIME IT APPROACHED HIM FOR ONE EVENT OR THE OTHER IN ILESA.



THE SOCIETY ALSO PLEDGED ITS SUPPORT FOR HON AYENI , SAYING THAT IT EXPECTS MORE ROBUST RELATIONSHIP WITH HIM IN THE YEARS AHEAD JUST AS IT REJOICED WITH HIM FOR CLINCHING THE TICKET TO VIE FOR THE HOUSE OF REPS IN 2019.

COURT GRANTS BAIL TO TWO ALLEGED SWINDLERS IN OSUN,ADJOURNS HEARING TO NOVEMBER 9.

A COURT SITTING IN OSOGBO, THE CAPITAL OF OSUN ON TUESDAY GRANTED OLAKUNLE TAOFIEEK MUHAMMED AND ALHAJI RASHEED BAKARE BAIL FOLLOWING THE BAIL APPLICATION BY THEIR COUNSEL.

THE DUO IS STANDING TRIAL BEFORE THE COURT ON A CHARGE BORDERING ON ALLEGED FRAUD

THE COUNSEL TO THE DEFENDANT, MR AJIBADE SHITU FILED A BAIL APPLICATION OF THE DEFENDANTS UNDER SECTION 35 OF THE CONSTITUTION OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA 1999 AS AMENDED.

BARRISTER SHITU ALSO DREW ATTENTION TO THE FACT THAT THE DEFENDANTS
ARE KNOWN FOR GOOD CHARACTER AND PROMINENT FIGURES IN THE SOCIETY WITH NO CRIMINAL RECORD, AND THEREFORE, HAVE RIGHT TO BAIL, AND WOULD NOT BREACH THE BAIL CONDITIONS IF GRANTED.

HE URGED THE COURT TO GRANT THE BAIL APPLICATION, AS THE DEFENDANTS WERE READY TO COMPLY WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE COURT, ADDING THAT THE ALLEGED OFFENSE IS BALIABLE UNDER THE LAW BUT THE PROSECUTING COUNSEL MOSES FAREMI OBJECTED TO THE BAIL APPLICATION, ARGUING THAT THE DEFENDANT MIGHT JUMP BAIL IF GRANTED.

ACCORDING TO HIM, BAIL IS NOT A FATHER CHRISTMAS GIFT, AND THAT THE COURT CANNOT IN ANYWAY GRANT THE BAIL BUT THE COUNSEL TO THE DEFENDANT ARGUED THAT THERE WAS NO PROOF OF EVIDENCE BEFORE THE COURT THAT THE ACCUSE PERSONS COMMITTED THE SAID CRIME.

HE THEREFORE URGED THE COURT TO GRANT THE SUSPECTS BAIL, SAYING THEY WILL NOT JUMP THE BAIL.

WHILE GRANTING THE BAIL APPLICATION, MAGISTRATE OLUSEGUN AYILARA SAID ANY ATTEMPT TO DENY THE ACCUSE PERSONS THE BAIL WOULD NOT BE RIGHT, ASKING THE ACCUSE PERSON AS PART OF THE BAIL CONDITIONS TO PRODUCE 2 SURETIES WITH1 MILLION NAIRA, ONE OF THE SURETIES MUST BE A CIVIL SERVANT IN GRADE 12, WITH DOCUMENT OF TAX PAYMENT AND MUST OWN A HOUSE PROPERTY WITHIN THE STATE WHICH DOCUMENTS MUST BE MADE AVAILABLE TO THE COURT, AMONG OTHER CONDITIONS.

SPEAKING WITH THE NEWSMEN AFTER THE MATTER, PROSECUTING COUNSEL, BARISTER FAREMI MOSES ROTIMI DESCRIBED THE DECISION OF THE COURT AS A WELCOME DEVELOPMENT.

ON HIS PART, THE COUNSEL TO THE DEFENDANTS MR AJIBADE SHITU WHO EXPRESSED GRATITUDE TO THE COURT FOR GRATING HIS CLIENTS THE BAIL APPLICATION, DESCRIBED THE SUSPECTS AS PEOPLE FROM A WELL-TO-DO FAMILY BACKGROUND.

HE ALSO SAID THE BAIL CONDITIONS WOULD BE MET.

THE CASE HAS BEEN ADJOINED TO 9TH OF NOVEMBER FOR FURTHER HEARING..

Engineer Adedayo Adebiyi Omotayo-Igi Nla, Emerges ADP House Of Reps Candidate

Omotayo popularly known as Igi Nla emerged following the consensus  reached by party delegates in acknowledgement of his popularity in Ijesa South Federal Constituency and among party members.

Prince Adedayo Adebiyi Omotayo emerged as the candidate of the Action Democratic Party Ijesa South  Federal Constituency in Osun State.

His candidature was affirmed by party members across the wards within the constituency, monitored by the officials of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in fulfillment of the party’s constitutional provision.

This is contained in a statement issued by his media office.

In his official acceptance speech, Engineer Omotayo a.k.a 'Igi Nla' thanked leaders and members of the party for their support and confidence in him.

He assured them of meaningful and effective  representation.

                             Igi-nla

The Ilesa-born civil engineer, promised to give priority to youth and women empowerment, just as he urged voters to cast their votes for him in the February 2019 elections.

Engineer Omotayo also urged young school leavers in Ijesaland ,who are seeking for admission into the higher institutions to approach his office at No 1 Otapete ,directly opposite  chief Salotun's Chieftaincy house, for assistance, saying he has signed a Memorandum of Understanding MoU with a private higher institutions in the country, to offer admission to interested candidates from Ijesaland who are financially handicapped.

This he said was part of his empowerment schemes.

Engineer Adedayo Adebiyi Omotayo-Igi Nla, Emerges ADP House Of Reps Candidate

Omotayo popularly known as Igi Nla emerged following the consensus  reached by party delegates in acknowledgement of his popularity in Ijesa South Federal Constituency and among party members.

Prince Adedayo Adebiyi Omotayo emerged as the candidate of the Action Democratic Party Ijesa South  Federal Constituency in Osun State.

His candidature was affirmed by party members across the wards within the constituency, monitored by the officials of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in fulfillment of the party’s constitutional provision.

This is contained in a statement issued by his media office.

In his official acceptance speech, Engineer Omotayo a.k.a 'Igi Nla' thanked leaders and members of the party for their support and confidence in him.

He assured them of meaningful and effective  representation.

The Ilesa-born civil engineer, promised to give priority to youth and women empowerment, just as he urged voters to cast their votes for him in the February 2019 elections.

Engineer Omotayo also urged young school leavers in Ijesaland ,who are seeking for admission into the higher institutions to approach his office at No 1 Otapete ,directly opposite  chief Salotun's Chieftaincy house, for assistance, saying he has signed a Memorandum of Understanding MoU with a private higher institutions in the country, to offer admission to interested candidates from Ijesaland who are financially handicapped.

This he said was part of his empowerment schemes.

OSUN 2019: Meet your candidate, Olalekan Fabayo for OSHA Ila state Constituency (RP)

Mr Olalekan E. Fabayo,who is also known as OTUN APASE was born in Ile Ife some years back, to the family of Mr & Mrs Segun Fabayo of the ASUNDAN's Compound which the compound is known for her ancient work as Farming in Ila Orangun, Ila Local government area, Osun State.

He commenced his educational career at Royal Group of Schools in Ile ife, Osun State, before proceeding to Royal Crystal college Ile Ife, Osun State for the completion of his secondary education.
In the pursuit of tertiary education, Mr Olalekan E. Fabayo attended Osun State Polytechnic Iree where he bagged National Diploma (N.D).

Mr Olalekan Fabayo is well known among workers both at the local and National level and he is a respected stakeholder due to his commitment in the broadcasting sector, a friend of workers & youths that love to preach love and Unity around him.

Mr Olalekan Fabayo is a man of vision and mission that is always driven with purpose to achieve great service productive with the leadership instinct he is endowed with to serve his people right.

Mr Olalekan Fabayo is a Journalist at a private media house in the state with years of experiences till date also P.R.O at Yoruba Broadcaster's Association Osun, Chapter Vice Chairman Osun Youth Arise, P.R.O Movement for Good Governance Osun Chapter and also Formal Interim YBA Osun Financial Secretary.

Mr Olalekan Fabayo is humble and a Man of Integrity in response to the Clarion call of the workers & youths.

He whole Heartedly decided to offer himself to fulfill the long time dreams of the workers & Youths in order to make a tangible different in the communities.

As a youth his Visions are:
*To Maintain a Strong Relationship within the People of his Communities.

*Guarantee Regular Developmental Projects in the Area.

*Guarantee Empowerment on Economic Activities to Develop the Communities.

*Focus on the welfare of trades, artisans, students and old people in the communities.

*Focus on the Promotion of Ila Orangun Cultural Heritage.

He care deeply about what is happening in his constituency   and he want to be part of the solution to the issues ila state constituency is facing.
This is why Olalekan Fabayo is running for the state house of assembly to make a real difference.

Poem: THE WORLD OF OURS by Tunji Oyeleye

O world invisible !! we view thee.
Invincible world !! we grasp thee.
O world intangible !! we touch thee.
O world unknowable !! the we know thee.
Incomprehensible world, we get thee !!

2019:Ayeni eulogises APC leaders , members in Osun as he clinches ticket to represent Ijesa South Federal Constituency

The candidate of the All Progressive Progressives Congress (APC) for Ijesa South Federal Constituency, Hon Lawrence Babatunde Ayeni has expressed appreciation to party members, particularly the party leaders in Ijesa South Federal Constituency of Osun for considering him worthy to fly the party's flag in the 2019 general election.

Hon Ayeni expressed gratitude to the leadership of the ruling  APC in Osun for the confidence reposed in him, with the assurance that he will not disappoint them.

The foremost philanthropist, and founder L.B Ayeni foundation, Ilesa
also praised everyone who have contributed to his emergence as a 'consensus candidate' for Ijesa South Federal Constituency in the 2019 elections.

A statement issued by the Media Office of Hon Ayeni shortly  after the affirmation of his candidacy, and others  by INEC officials at Ilesa Mega High School yesterday, described the APC leaders ,and members in Ijesa South Federal Constituency as 'worthy and noble people ', whose huge contributions have brought about his emergence as the party flag bearer.

' i expressed my deep appreciation to the ruling APC leadership at all levels in the state,  i am humbled , and promised not to disappoint you all ' said Hon Ayeni.

While appreciating the leadership acumen of Governor Rauf Aregbesola, Hon Ayeni said, having passed through the tutelage of the Governor , he will work in line with the dictate of the party, which according to him ,is good governance and effective representation.

He also thanked God Almighty for His intervention in clinching the ticket , citing the bible account of John 3 : 27 , that 'no man can receive anything unless God gives it from heaven'.

The Chief Amuludun of Ijesaland therefore christened his candidacy as 'God's project (Ise Oluwa 2019), urging people to support all the candidates of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2019 elections.

People eulogise Mrs Bukola Olanade as she marks her birthday in low key in Ilesa

Hundreds of well wishers have described Mrs Bukola Olanade as a wonderful , diligent and upright personality whose simple disposition to life worthy of emulation.

This came as Mrs Olanade marks her birthday today in a low key.

The seasoned teacher at Bibo Oluwa Academy ,Ilesa was described by many as a valour woman, and epitome of womanhood.

While appreciating those who have flooded her Facebook page, and Watssap line with birthday greetings, Mrs Bukola Olanade thanked God for sparing her life to witness another glorious and promising year of her years , appreciated her joy of inestimable value - her husband Mr Olanade for standing by her all the time.

She also used the medium to advertise her family farm's business 'Olanade Piggery at Ile Ife, saying winners and piglets are available for sale at affordable prices.

The birthday girl who is the CEO Ojulewa Make Over also thanked church members, colleagues, friends, family members home and abroad, for being part of the celebration.

Emmanuela and Ella also wished the celebrator a wonderful birthday celebration, and prayed God to grant their mum the desires of her hearth.

2019 Elections:Ace broadcaster, Otunba Jare-Ayo Matins endorses Hon L.B Ayeni for House of Reps.

Veteran  broadcaster, Otunba Jare-Ayo Martins has joined thousands of  others in Ijesaland, to endorse the candidacy of Hon Lawrence Babatunde Ayeni for the Ijesa South Federal Constituency in the 2019 elections, under the banner of the ruling All Progressives Congress APC.

Otunba Jare-Ayo Matins described Hon Ayeni as one of the finest politicians , who have touched the lives of the poor masses.

According to him, the emergence of Hon L.B Ayeni is a welcome development, considering the level of his acceptability and popularity in Ijesaland.

“I have watched and followed keenly, in the almost last 5 years of the brilliant empowerment schemes, sports promotion and selfless service to humanity across the state' said Otunba Jare-Ayo Matins.

The ace broadcaster also charged Hon L.B Ayeni, not to relent in his effort to impart the lives of the people at the grassroot positively, saying the mandate given him is a call to greater responsibilities.

In the last few months supporters and lovers of Hon Ayeni have flooded various media platforms   drumming supports for the grassroot politician ,and a forefront philanthropist in Osun.

It would be recalled that Hon Ayeni has in the past seven years empowered thousands of people in Osun , particularly in Ijesaland, through his  foundation ,known as L.B Ayeni empowerment foundation.
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2019: Ayodele, Akinyode, Adeyemi, Idowu, Fabayo, Adejorin, Oyebamiji Emerges Osun RP candidates for National and state Assembly Election. [see full list of candidates]

The Governorship candidate of the Restoration Party of Nigeria RP in the September 22nd governorship poll in Osun, Hon Mrs Mercy Ayodele, has emerged the candidate for Osun East senatorial District in the forthcoming National Assembly Election.

Mercy Ayodele was declared the winner of the election unopposed.
The announcement was made by the National Coordinator of the party Mr Ibinabo,   who conducted the exercise.
The process was witnessed by the officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission INEC and relevant services Agencies.
Also elected at the exercise were, Comrade Bolaji Akinyode Osun west Senatorial district, Prince Adedayo Adeyemi Sikiru Osun central senatorial district, Hon Adejoorin Titus Adegbenga Obokun/Oriade, Hon Mrs Idowu Yewande Ijesha South Federal Constituency, Hon Olalekan Fabayo House of Assembly Ila state Constituency, Hon Ibrahim Oyebamiji Olaitan Ejigbo state Assembly, Prince Adekola Ayodele Obokun state constituency and comrade Oladipupo Oluwatobi ilesa West state constituency.

FANIBE, ADEFIOYE, ODUNAYO, EMERGES ACCORD CANDIDATES FOR NATIONAL ASSEMBLY ELECTION

Otunba Olusegun Ayodele Fanibe, (Kajola, Kajolowo, Oko-Arugbo) has emerged the ACCORD Candidate for Ife Federal Constituency in the forthcoming national assembly election slated for February 2019.

Otunba Fanibe who is ACCORD, Osun state Chairman was decared the winner of the election unopposed.

The party primary was held at Afewonro park, Enuwa, Ile-Ife.

The exercise was conducted by Hon. (Mrs.) Adebukola Ajaja, National Secretary, ACCORD, Alhaji Dokun Babarinde, South-West Chairman, ACCORD.

The primary was witnessed by officials of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC); officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force; Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC); Department of State Services (DSS).

In a statement made available to Journalists in Ile-Ife by MacDonald Oladipo, Media Adviser to Chairman, ACCORD, Osun State said,

also elected unopposed were: Mr. Babatunde Adefioye, Senate, Osun East, Ife/Ijesa) Senatorial District; Mr. Jimoh Odunayo, (Kenyatta) Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency;  Hon. Sesan Oyedele, House of Assembly, Ife East state Constituency; Mr. Isaac Blessing Adeyanju, Ife South state Constituency; Mr. Segun Oladele, Ife North state Constituency and Mr. Damola Moruf Aluko, Oriade state Constituency.

Lawrence Ayeni flags off campaign for House of Representatives[photos]

A grassroot politician in Osun state Hon Lawrence Babatunde Ayeni has officially declared intentions to run for House of Representatives seat in the forthcoming 2019 general election

The foremost philanthropist declared his intention to represent the people of Ijesa South Federal Constituency at the national Assembly on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) yesterday in front of party members, and  hundreds of his supporters and lovers, at his empowerment foundation office, Ilesa.

The aspirant said that he knew where the shoe pinches the constituents, and the people’s welfare, youths empowerment and improved standard of living would remain his priority. 

He urged party members to vote for him in the upcoming party primaries, describing his interest to contest as God's own project.

While eulogising the leadership of APC , Hon Ayeni thanked the funding fathers of the party, describing Governor Rauf Aregbesola, as his mentor and benefactor, just as he appreciated the people of Ijesaland for their love, encouragement, supports and prayers.

Those who spoke at the event described Hon Ayeni who is the Amuludun of Ijesaland as a blessing to the less privileges in the society,whose philanthropic gestures have imparted lives of many families in Ijesaland, and beyond.

At the event were hundreds of supporters and lovers of Hon Ayeni, which included party members, traditional rulers, market men and women, artisans, NATA Ijesaland, famers, Student union leaders, youths, religious bodies, community heads, beneficiaries of his empowerment Scheme, and a host of others who unanimously endorsed his candidacy for the house of reps in 2019.