Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, Akeem Adedeji Agbaje, Esq., has paid tribute to the late former Governor of Oyo State and prominent progressive leader, Alhaji Lam Adesina, acknowledging his contributions to the political development of the state and the progressive movement in Nigeria.
Agbaje’s tribute comes as the Lam Adesina Annual Lecture Series (LAALS) holds its third edition on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, in Ibadan, with the theme, “Shaping the Future of Oyo State: The Nexus Between History, Progressive Politics and Development.”
He described the Alhaji Lam Adesina as a politician whose commitment to progressive ideals, democratic values and public service remained worthy of remembrance.
“Alhaji Lam Adesina was a leader whose political life was guided by conviction, courage and a genuine belief in the progressive ideals. He remained steadfast in his principles and dedicated a significant part of his life to the political and democratic development of our state and country.
“His contributions to the progressive movement in Oyo State and his place in the history of our political development cannot be overlooked. He was not just a former governor but an elder whose experience, political convictions and leadership helped shape the progressive family in the state.”
“I pay my respects to a leader whose life and political journey left an enduring mark on Oyo State. May his contributions continue to be remembered, and may the progressive ideals he stood for remain relevant to generations of leaders and public servants.”
