Politics

Use this Ramadan to pray for national peace, unity – Dr Ayandele

By Web News 517

A business mogul and politician aspiring to represent Oyo South Senatorial District in the National Assembly in 2023 under the platform of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Dr Olusola Ayandele has urged Muslims in the country to use the opportunity of this year’s Ramadan fast to renew their commitment in the area of piety as well as service of Allah and humanity.

Dr Ayandele, in a statement, said witnessing another Ramadan is a golden opportunity for all and sundry since the sacred month affords all Islamic faithful a chance of spiritual rebirth as it also ushers in fresh blessings for all mankind.

The statement says that as brothers and sisters, Nigerians have the duty of using occasions like this to underscore the need to coexist with love, peace and unity particularly as it happens that Christians are also in their Lenten season.

It congratulates all faith adherents in Oyo State and most especially the constituents of Oyo South Senatorial District, Oyo State and wishes them hitch-free and spiritually rewarding fasting exercises.

Dr Ayandele also appealed for calm and steadfastness among members of the APC across the state

He also called for more commitment and dedication from all party stakeholders in view of the collective desire to have a good outing in next year’s general election. 

The statement adds that “It is time to bury the hatchet and focus on how to ensure that only the tested and trusted aspirants are thrown up as APC candidates for elective posts in the interest of our party and the society as a whole”.

Iyabo Adebisi

Politics

Otunba Alao-Akala was an evergreen political heavyweight – Dr Ayandele

By Web News 558

An astute businessman and politician, Dr Olusola Ayandele, Eruobodo, has described the late former governor of Oyo State, Otunba Adebayo Alao-Akala, as an evergreen political heavyweight and patriot whose transition to eternal glory on Wednesday has robbed Oyo State and Nigeria of many good things.

In a condolence message, Dr Ayandele lamented the passage of the leader of the All Progressives Congress, APC in Oyo state as he described the development as a colossal loss not only to the Pacesetter State but also to the Nigerian nation.

“The news of the death of Otunba Alao-Akala came with rude shock and utter disbelief as there was no report of ill-health or sickness about him. He was even present at the Fidau of the late Olubadan of Ibadanland last week where he was last seen in the public and nobody had an inkling that he was about to leave us. His death was one too many as it threw the whole country into mourning and regret.”

“Otunba Alao-Akala, the Distinct (Oyato) Governor as he was fondly called by his numerous admirers and beneficiaries, did his best in terms of selfless service to God and humanity. He used all the opportunities that came his way to impart positively in the lives of his people and this explains why he enjoyed the love and confidence of his people until he breathed his last.”

“Without mincing words, the death of the enigma called Otunba Alao-Akala has denied Oyo state and Nigeria the chance of benefitting from his wealth of experience as an administrator of enviable track record, colourful politicking and philanthropism. Many people would attest to the fact that he was able to transform lives while he also built an enduring legacy for himself as one who governed Oyo State successfully.” “Our sympathy and prayers are with his wives, children and other family members as well as the good people of Ogbomoso and the entire members of Oyo APC who have been thrown into mourning as a result of the death of this colossus. We pray God to grant him eternal rest and also give succour to the army of admirers, friends and supporters he left behind.” Dr. Ayandele-Eruobodo added.

Iyabo Adebisi