The Man Bola Ahmed Tinubu: Indeed A Long Walk from Bourdillion to Aso Rock Villa, Victory at Last.

The Man Bola Ahmed Tinubu: Indeed A  Long Walk from Bourdillion to Aso Rock Villa, Victory at Last.

Congratulations to the man of the moment, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu the 16th President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria as he journeys from his bourdillon home located in the city of Lagos to the power house of the most populous Africa nation, the Aso Rock Villa. Congratulations to the very many admirers and lovers of the one time Governor of Lagos State for their unrepentant show of love for the city boy who is known to have several brands of names and nomenclatures among which are the  Jagaban, the Capoon, Asiwaju, king of bourdillon among others. His success story today  is no doubt the outcome of perseverance, tolerance, commitment, zealousness, hardwork, determination and a personal resolution to achieve such magnitude of success. It takes an extraordinary man with the lion' s heart to keep pushing and breaking barriers even when the journey seems impossible. Worst of it all is when even closest allies, assumed confidants and disciples connive with external forces to make the journey and the walk into stardom look unattainable and unachievable. 

The man Bola Ahmed Tinubu has shown the world that he is the man with lions heart and when there is  need to roar, it is best to roar out at the highest pitch not minding whose ox is gored. This manifested in his 'Emilokan' slogan which became the talk of town and even prayer points in most Nigerian churches and other worship centers. The rest has become history but same  history will also not forget those who joined the enemies in making several attempts at thwarting the journey into the villa for the man of the people. It was a battle even initiated by fellow kinsmen who saw no need for the southwest agenda because of the possibility of a king maker becoming a king himself. Some also felt making a power broker, political godfather and political warlord an occupant of the Aso villa may be too much  a portfolio  for a man who has got it all and seen it all. Well they are now left to see what God can do that no man can stop. Asiwaju is far ahead and now on top. Congratulations to the man who won the battle amidst stiff opposition even from among his kinsmen. 

The journey is indeed a long walk from the bourdillion into Aso Rock Villa. No doubt his qualities are adequate for the office of President. Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu has the  intellectual capacity to administer and provide the direction needed to move the country forward from obscurity to limelight. He is a civilized man , well exposed, has the tenacity and charisma to stir the big ship called Nigeria. 

He is a detribalized Nigerian and not a religious extremist. He has confidence in himself and a leader with focus.  Judge him base on all these attributes that speaks volume of his person, then you will agree with the writer that Nigeria is absolutely in a safe hand. Let us roll out the drums and dance to the tunes of victory as we see a new Nigeria begin to manifest beginning from today May 29th, 2023. 

However, transiting from bourdillion to the Presidential lodge is a feat made possible by destiny.  He will now reside with the first family for atleast four(4) years in the villa. Certainly it  will be moments to play back the words of haters at least for a man who many said was too old and weak health- wise to provide the kind of leadership Nigeria wants at this time. Many of his close allies opposed his emergence and fought hard to stop him as they continually work hand in hand with cabals who had access to the instrument of power to avert his dream. Today all that plot has become history while we leave them to lick their wounds. The city boy has become the nation's emperor and will provide leadership in the next four years which will certainly reposition the country and refix the very many shortcomings of the country. 

The emergence of Asiwaju is a blessing to Nigeria and Nigerians irrespective of our differing opinions and thoughts in his ability to deliver our very many expectations as a people. However, the truth is that the expectations of Nigerians are very high and a lot is expected from the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu   led administration. We cannot pretend or shy away from the fact that the last administration under President Muhammud Buhari achieved only little in his economic agenda and policies which enstrangled the country for the entire eight years. Notable among his weaknesses was the high rate of insecurity which made  Nigeria unsafe for all.Though in some other areas like infrastructure, judiciary and credible electoral process it will be fair to rate PMB high.

As admirers and non admirers, as haters and lovers , supporters and non supporters, as allies and non allies of the newest president in town, we all must agree that with the emergence of President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu(GCFR), a new Nigeria of our dream is certainly here and we must all give our supports and offer our prayers to the God -chosen leader of our nation.

May he Bola Ahmed Tinubu succeed.

Long Live Jagaban of Africa

Long Live Federal Republic of Nigeria .

🇳🇬  🇳🇬. 🇳🇬. 🇳🇬

✍✍✍✍✍✍

 From the Desk

 National Convener

 Omoluabi Team Alliance Socio- cultural and Political Group.

 _In honour of a Man with the lion's heart: President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu_ .

 May 29th, 2023.

We shall continue to invest in your education, create opportunities for you, Oyebanji assures Ekiti children.

We shall continue to invest in your education, create opportunities for you, Oyebanji assures Ekiti children. 

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has congratulated children in the State for witnessing this year's Children's Day celebration. 

The Governor, in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, restated the commitment of his administration to investing in the education of the children and providing the right platforms for them to exhibit their God- given talents and attain greatness. 

Oyebanji said his administration is aware that a society that neglects children would trade off its future and values, hence the decision of his government to prioritise education, welfare and wellbeing of the children, who he described as the future leaders of the state and country. 

The Governor said aside providing free and qualitative education from primary school to senior secondary school level, his administration has continued to provide conducive environment for teaching and learning through comprehensive renovation of schools and provision of incentives for teachers. 

He added that the state government decided to key into the world bank co-sponsored Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment ( AGILE) with a view to making education attractive to children and to build a future for them.

Oyebanji said his administration made human capital development one of the pillars of his administration’s development agenda in order to develop and exploit the creativity of Ekiti youth and children who are always known for their ingenuity and excellence. 

He described children as great assets and engine for long term prosperity of the State.

While assuring that the state government would continue to protect the rights of children, Oyebanji said the government would not relent in creating opportunities for them to shine like the stars that they are. 

He congratulated the children their teachers and parents on the occasion of Children's

Omoluabi Group, Ondo State Chapter Inaugurated with New State Excos and Local Government Coordinators.

Omoluabi Group, Ondo State Chapter Inaugurated with New State Excos and Local Government Coordinators.

Members were charged to be good ambassadors, as  Ondo State chapter of the  Omoluabi Team Alliance State Exco and Local Government Coordinators gets inaugurated today.

The inauguration which was hosted at the conference room of the Silverline hotel, Osukoti layout in Akure city had in attendance members from the 18 local governments in Ondo State and some National Executive Committee members.

It was an atmosphere of joy and funfare when distinguished and active members of the Omoluabi Team Alliance Socio- cultural and Political Group in Ondo State gathered today on Akure, the state capital to celebrate the official inauguration of their state chapter viz- a- viz the swearing-in of their state executives and local government coordinators. It was indeed with great pleasure that members of the group in the sunshine state received the National Convener, Omoluabi Jayeola Afolabi who assured members of equity and fairness in all his dealings as long as they remain committed to the Omoluabi callings as a formidable and noble group that has her presence across the entire southwestern states. 

The State Coordinator, Omoluabi Aluko Taiyelolu could not hide his joy and feelings first for achieving the inauguration of his State chapter which coincidentally happens to have birthed and initiated the Omoluabi group. In his words, he said I am  happy to have been part of the beginning of a success story that will soon become the talk of the town. He said history again has repeated itself as the socio- cultural group have started on a clean slate, built on honesty, integrity and loyalty to the southwest region and the yoruba nation. Appreciating the newly appointed state excos and local government coordinators, the National convener charged them to be good ambassadors of the group and be ready at all times to be promoters of the Omoluabi mantra. 

The State Coordinator and his team were advised to reach out to prominent individuals in the State as well as citizens of the state who may wish to join a group of this calibre so that we collectively advance a course in the interest of the southwest region.

Appointment letters were officially issued to the appointees who are expected to cooperate with the State coordinator and also ensure continuous membership mobilization for the group across the 18 local government areas in Ondo State. The group is however hopeful that other State Coordinators will work assiduously to get their states inaugurated as expected. 

 Omoluabi oooo !!

 Ko ni baje !!!

 E- Signed:

 Omoluabi Jayeola, A.O

 National Convener

 Omoluabi Alex Akinfolarin

 National Secretary

 Omoluabi  Aluko Taiyelolu 

 Ondo State Coordinator

Oyebanji disburses N325m to Fund Devt Plans in 23 Communities.

Oyebanji disburses N325m to Fund Devt Plans in 23 Communities. 

In furtherance of his avowed determination to ensure rapid development in all parts of Ekiti state, Governor Biodun Oyebanji, has disbursed a staggering sum of N325 million for the implementation of Development plans in 23 Communities.

At the occasion held in Ado Ekiti, the N325m naira worth of cheques were presented to Traditional rulers and other stakeholders on behalf of the benefitting communities. 

Addressing the beneficiaries, Oyebanji posited that the presentation was part of his administration's efforts to spread development across every community in the state under the Nigeria COVID-19 Action Recovery and Economic Stimulus (CARES) Programme. 

Oyebanji described the programme as a state-level intervention that seeks to mitigate the local effects of the COVID-19 pandemic by protecting the livelihoods of existing and newly poor and vulnerable households and supporting the recovery of local economic activities. 

According to him: "The purpose of the program is to mitigate the economic and social shocks faced by the poor and vulnerable as a result of the global pandemic."

Governor Oyebanji explained that the funds given were targeted at the development of communities in the state through the provision of physical infrastructure and social amenities.

"This particular effort was part of the initiative of our government through the Federal Government and the World Bank in conjunction with the Nigeria Governors Forum aimed at combating the economic hardship faced by communities as a result of the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic under the NG-CARES program."

Governor Oyebanji said the design of the EK-CARES focuses on the areas of increasing social transfer and basic services to the poor, improving food security, enhancing the capability of microfinance, and other socially inclusive projects.

He, therefore charged the benefiting communities to use the grants for the purpose it was meant for.

Governor Oyebanji also urged the benefiting communities to ensure the projects were timely delivered and to specifications to enable other communities to access such initiatives.

The Governor praised the supervisory Agency of the Program, (EKCSDA), Ekiti State Community and Social Development Agency, describing it as one of the Result-Driven Development Platforms of his government and a direct link to his community's sustainable development agenda.

The General Manager, of EKSCDA, Mr Yemi Alatise, who said the agency remained the best amongst its peers in Nigeria, thanked the Governor for supporting the projects under EK-CARES. 

Traditional rulers and other community representatives who explained the advantages of the grants to their communities thanked Mr. Governor for his determination to bring development to all communities in the state.

Ekiti PDP Gov. candidate, Bisi Kolawole commends Oyebanji’s giant strides.

Ekiti PDP Gov. candidate, Bisi Kolawole commends Oyebanji’s giant strides.

..…Pays courtesy visit to Governor’s office 

The candidate of the People’s Democratic Party at the June 18 , 2022 governorship election in Ekiti State, Chief Bisi Kolawole has commended the State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji for his remarkable achievements within 200 days in office. 

He said the Governor had in the last 200 days, demonstrated visionary and purposeful leadership, to the admiration of the people. 

Chief Kolawole, who gave the commendation on Tuesday when he paid a courtesy visit to the Governor in his Office in Ado Ekiti, said Governor Oyebanji was indeed very well prepared for the assignment even right from the period of struggle for the creation of Ekiti State in the early nineties. 

Speaking with journalists shortly after the visit, the PDP governorship candidate, who said the Governor had proved to be committed to the progress and development of Ekiti State, added that Governor Oyebanji should be supported by all and sundry to ensure that his vision for Ekiti development transcends party politics and egocentric tendencies.

“So far so good, he has done well, the whole idea is to take Ekiti to the next level and he’s on the right track. He’s doing very well and I hope God will help him to sustain the pace.

“He was one of the pioneer people that spare headed the creation of Ekiti State, if am not mistaken, he was the secretary, so, doing very well now is part of the project long ago, so there is nothing strange even about his performance because I would not have expected anything short of that”. Chief Kolawole stated.

Governor Oyebanji, who thanked Hon Kolawole for the visit, said he had earlier paid a similar visit to the PDP chieftain at his Efon Alaaye residence. He said he the Ekiti Project requires the cooperation and contributions of all well meaning and patriotic Ekiti leaders.

Gov. Oyebanji Presents N915m Gratuity Cheques To 289 Pensioners In Ekiti.

Gov. Oyebanji Presents N915m Gratuity Cheques To 289 Pensioners In Ekiti.

....reiterated his administration’s commitment towards policies that will enhance the quality of life of Ekiti resident's.

Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji on Monday, reiterated his administration’s commitment to programmes and policies that will enhance the quality of life of Ekiti residents, especially the pensioners.

The Governor stated this during the presentation of cheques worth N915 million naira as gratuities to 289 State, local government and primary school retirees in the state at the Governor’s Office, Ado-Ekiti.

Speaking at the event which was hailed as unprecedented in the state, Oyebanji

said the payment of the gratuity was in fulfilment of his campaign promise of shared prosperity, adding that his administration would continue to ensure that pensioners enjoy a worthy life after their meritorious service to the state.

Oyebanji, who said he was not unaware of challenges confronting the retires as a result of a regrettable delay in accessing their gratuity benefits as and when due, assured the senior citizens that his government is irrevocably committed to ending the regime of endless wait in the payment of gratuities.

He informed the gathering that since the inception of his administration in October 2022, over N1.2 billion had been paid as a gratuity to both the State and Local government retirees while payment of monthly pensions had been regular.

He said, “As elders and critical stakeholders who occupy strategic positions in the scheme of things, our government is living no stone unturned to ensure that you all live a quality and happy life at retirement. I am aware of the many odds and challenges confronting retirees as a result of the regrettable delay in accessing your gratuity as and when due.

“I am therefore committed to ensuring that the welfare of our retirees continues to be of topmost priority. We are also irrevocably committed to ending the regime of endless wait in the payment of gratuity by our senior citizens. This is a priority for us and we will continue to explore innovative ways to support you in your retirement.

“Since we came on board, we have always paid pensions along with salaries of public servants. This, I assure you, will continue. Today, the sum of N700 million has been paid out to 192 retired civil servants as gratuity and the sum of N215 million to 79 Local Government retirees.”

Oyebanji used the opportunity to express his appreciation and to commend the management of the Pension Transitional Arrangement Department (PTAD) at both state and local government levels for the hard work and transparency they have deployed in processing this payment with particular reference to their policy based on first-to-retire, first-to-be-paid, urging to sustain it religiously.

OTI EDUCATION SUPPORT SCHEME.

OTI EDUCATION SUPPORT SCHEME.

...Sponsor congratulates first batch of selected beneficiaries, training commence on Monday.

Hon. Oti Oluwaseun has congratulated the first batch of beneficiaries of the Empowerment Opportunity for Akure Students in Adekunle Ajasin University Akungba (AAUA) who are to begin their freeCempowerment program on Monday 22nd of May, 2023.

Responding to the appreciation letter sent by the Executives of National Association of Akure Students (AAUA CHAPTER), Hon. Oti Oluwaseun appreciated them for the smooth and successful screening of applicants which has produced the first batch of beneficiaries of the empowerment program.

He assured them of his readiness to do more and charged the successfully screened beneficiaries to use the scheme to their full advantage. He urged them to be good ambassadors of the Association and be focused on learning so as to be equipped and better skilled for tomorrow.

Hon. Oti Oluwaseun remains committed to the empowerment of youths within and outside his constituency and is committed to giving back to the society at all times.

May 20th, 2023.