Author: Opeyemi Rasheed
The Okanlomo Oodua and popular philanthropist, Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi, has called on residents of Oyo State to approach the 2027 general elections with wisdom, vigilance, and a strong sense of collective responsibility. In a solemn message addressed to various groups across the state, including market men and women, traders, artisans, labour unions, pensioners, teachers, healthcare professionals, farmers, students, traditional leaders, youths, community security associations, and other citizens, Sanusi emphasized the need for voters to carefully assess the character and track records of political aspirants before casting their ballots. He warned against what he described as “use-and-dump politics,” where politicians…
In a bold demonstration of grassroots engagement and people-centered politics, Engr. Kolawole Adedeji Sheu, popularly known as KSA, the Allied People’s Movement APM candidate for Ido/Ibarapa East Federal Constituency in the 2027 elections, on Saturday sponsored six fully-equipped UEFA Champions League final viewing centres across the constituency, treating hundreds of football lovers to free match access, complimentary refreshments, drinks, and gifts. The initiative, which ran simultaneously in strategic locations within Ido and Ibarapa East Local Government Areas, transformed the European football showpiece into a community festival of unity, entertainment, and social interaction. By bringing the excitement of the Champions League…
The Chairmanship Aspirant for Ibarapa East Local Government, Hon. Ogundoyin Hammed Adewale, has extended warm greetings to the good people of the local government as they step into a new month, urging them to remain hopeful, united, and committed to the collective progress of the community. In a goodwill message released on the first day of the month, Ogundoyin expressed gratitude to God for the gift of life and the opportunity to witness another month, describing it as a season of renewed hope, prosperity, and greater accomplishments for residents of Ibarapa East. The chairmanship hopeful commended the resilience, hard work,…
In a powerful display of political unity, grassroots solidarity, and community goodwill, Engr. Kolawole Sheu Adedeji, the Allied People’s Movement APM Candidate for Ido/Ibarapa East Federal Constituency, on Sunday hosted a grand Eid-el-Kabir celebration that brought together party faithful, political stakeholders, community leaders, youth groups, women associations, and thousands of residents across Ido and Ibarapa East Local Government Areas of Oyo State. The event, convened in the true spirit of Eid-el-Kabir, transcended mere festivity to become a strategic platform for fellowship, consultation, and collective reaffirmation of commitment to the progress and sustainable development of the constituency. It reflected Engr. Kolawole…
The Omituntun Benedict Foundation (OBF), a political structure operating under the Allied Progressive Movement (APM), today held its general meeting with a strong turnout of executive members drawn from various local government areas across the state. The meeting, which took place on Sunday, May 31, 2026, brought together top executives and coordinators of the group for strategic deliberations on political alignment, grassroots mobilization, and future electoral direction ahead of the 2027 general elections. The founder of the group, Chief Benedict Akika, presided over the gathering, where he emphasized unity, discipline, and continued commitment to the foundation’s vision within the APM…
The House of Representatives candidate for Oyo Federal Constituency under the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), Hon. Nurudeen Temilolu Ashamu, popularly known as TNA, has reiterated the role of sports in fostering unity and social cohesion following the successful viewing of the UEFA Champions League final across the constituency. As part of efforts to promote youth engagement and community interaction, TNA sponsored 2,560 seats across 26 viewing centres in Afijio, Atiba, Oyo East, and Oyo West Local Government Areas, providing football enthusiasts with a conducive atmosphere to watch the prestigious European club football final held on Saturday. The highly anticipated final…
The Forum of G-22 in Oyo State has thrown their weight behind the candidature of the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr Seyi Makinde and Presidential Candidate of Allied People’s Movement(APM). They also assured of total and massive Mobilization during the Campaign and Election period for the Our dear Principal, Engr Seyi Makinde as President, Hon Bimbo Adekanmbi as Governor, all National Assembly and State Assembly Candidates. The Forum described Governor Seyi Makinde as a Performer, Game Changer and a Politician full of the required capacity to handle any responsibility assigned to him perfectly. They emphasized that, Governor Seyi Makinde…
..Asks citizens to pray for abducted teachers, pupils Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, has said that he is determined to serve his generation to the best of his ability till he takes his last breath. The governor said this on Sunday at a thanksgiving service to mark the 60th birthday and retirement from service of the immediate past Oyo State Head of Service, Chief (Mrs) Olubunmi Oni mni, at the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) Headquarters Secretariat, Basorun, Ibadan. Making reference to the sermon preached at the event by the President of CAC Worldwide, Pastor Samuel Olusegun Oladele, which centered on…
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has said that his administration would continue to put in all efforts to ensure the safe return of the teachers and children abducted at Oriire Local Government Area of the state. Governor Makinde stated this on Saturday at L.A Basic School, Ahoro Esiele, when he paid a visit to the area to commiserate with the families and relatives of the victims. Makinde, who appealed for the understanding and cooperation of the people, also charged them not to put blames on the federal or state government but to join hands together to ensure the successful rescue…
As we continue to observe political developments ahead of the 2027 governorship election in Oyo State, it is important to reflect on the possible dynamics that may shape the contest, especially as alignments within and across parties continue to evolve. From an APM standpoint, the emerging permutations suggest an interesting race, particularly if the contest eventually settles between Bimbo Adekanmbi and Senator Sarafa Alli. A direct contest between these two figures would, in many respects, present a less daunting challenge for the APM structure compared to a scenario involving Bayo Adelabu. Bayo remains one of the most recognizable political figures…