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  • Akin Alabi flags off ₦500m micro business support initiative

    Akin Alabi flags off ₦500m micro business support initiative

    Hon. Akin Alabi, member representing Egbeda/Ona-Ara Federal Constituency and Chairman of the House Committee on Works, has officially launched a ₦500 million Micro Business Support Initiative aimed at empowering 5,000 micro business owners across the constituency.

    The initiative, which was flagged off at the Esho Events Center, Old Ife Road, Ibadan, witnessed the disbursement of ₦50 million to 500 beneficiaries.

    Each beneficiary received ₦100,000 as direct financial support to strengthen their businesses and improve their livelihoods.

    According to Hon. Alabi, the empowerment programme is designed to stimulate grassroots economic growth, support small-scale entrepreneurs, and complement ongoing infrastructural development across the constituency.

    The scheme will be implemented monthly over a 12-month period until the full ₦500 million target is achieved.

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    Hon. Alabi reaffirmed his commitment to inclusive development, stressing that economic empowerment remains a critical pillar of sustainable community development.

    The flag-off ceremony attracted key political leaders and stakeholders, including Hon. Joshua Oyebamiji, PhD, Chairman of APC Oyo Central Senatorial District; Hon. Olawale Olaleye, Chairman of APC in Egbeda Local Government; Prince Kolawole Ogundipe, Chairman of APC in Ona-Ara Local Government; Alhaji Yinka Folarin, APC leader in Ona-Ara Local Government; and Hon. Olawale Sadare, APC State Public Relations Officer.

    Other notable dignitaries present included Hon. Bola Fawole, former Majority Leader of the Oyo State House of Assembly; Hon. Ismaila Akanni Ere, former Executive Chairman of Ona-Ara Local Government; Alhaji Sule Suara Elegbeda, APC leader in Egbeda Local Government; Hon. Biliaminu Ogundele, APC leader in Egbeda Local Government; and Hon. Ibrahim Bolomope, former member of the Oyo State House of Assembly, among others.

    The initiative marks another milestone in Hon. Alabi’s efforts to combine infrastructure development with direct economic empowerment for constituents, reinforcing his commitment to improving livelihoods and expanding opportunities for small business owners in Egbeda/Ona-Ara Federal Constituency.

  • Akin Alabi donates N20M to Ona Ara APC for Christmas

    Akin Alabi donates N20M to Ona Ara APC for Christmas

    Lawmaker representing Egbeda/Ona-Ara Federal Constituency, Hon. Akin Alabi has donated the sum of ₦20 million to the All Progressives Congress (APC) Ona Ara chapter in support of its Christmas activities and grassroots mobilisation.

    The donation was announced at a party gathering in Ona Ara, where prominent party leaders addressed members. 

    Yinka Folarin, popularly known as Baba Oba, and Kunle Jenrade, who represented Egbeda/Ona-Ara Federal Constituency from 1999 to 2003, both spoke at the event.

    They praised Hon. Akin Alabi for his ongoing road projects across Ona Ara, describing them as visible and impactful democratic dividends that have improved mobility and livelihoods in the area. 

    The leaders also assured party members and residents that more democratic dividends would be extended to the people of Ona Ara in the coming period.

    The event concluded with prayers for continued success, unity, and progress for Hon. Akin Alabi and the APC, as party faithful described the donation as timely and morale-boosting during the festive season.

  • Tinubu does not need Makinde to win Oyo in 2027, Oladele knocks Alabi

    Tinubu does not need Makinde to win Oyo in 2027, Oladele knocks Alabi

    The media office of the Baàmẹ̀kọ́ of Ibadanland and Oyo APC guber aspirant, Oloye Saheed Oladele, has carpeted Oloye Akin Alabi, the Honourable member representing Egbeda/Ona Ara Federal Constituency at the House of Representatives, over a statement he made recently.

    In a viral video, Oloye Akin Alabi, while making a speech during an event at a gathering of the Egbeda League of Imams and Alfas, suggested that Oyo people would reenact the pattern of voting APC at the federal level and PDP in Oyo State as was done in 2023, in 2027.

    Oloye Oladele frowned at the statement made by the third term seeking Federal Rep, at a time when efforts are being made to unite and strengthen Oyo APC.

    He bemoaned that his unguarded utterances at the event have dampened the spirits of the party faithful more. 

    “At a time true party members are healing from the wounds of the losses of the 2023 guber election and the recent Ibadan North bye election to the PDP, the Honourable chose to hurt their feelings further by bringing back the bitter experience of the circumstances that led to the avoidable losses of the elections. 

    Oloye Oladele, through his media office, said the Egbeda/Ona-Ara Rep is free to join Governor Seyi Makinde to be able to secure the House of Representatives ticket from the PDP for his third tenure, stating that Oyo APC would not miss him one bit.

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    Oloye Oladele reiterated that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu would not need Governor Seyi Makinde to win Oyo State in the next presidential election in 2027. 

    According to the Baàmẹ̀kọ́ of Ibadanland, “All President Tinubu needs to do is to put forward as APC governorship candidate a marketable person and a unifier who will be fair to all and sundry irrespective of region. Once Asiwaju is able to get this right, 2027 presidential and governorship elections will be a smoothsail for APC in Oyo State.”

    The Media Office took a swipe at the PDP, which he said has lost popularity among Oyo people because its government has plunged the state into generational debt burdens and sold off the masses’ treasured ancestral lands.

    Oladele advised the Honourable to retract his statement and apologise to Oyo APC and its teeming members.

  • Akin Alabi leads House committee on works to inspect key road projects

    Akin Alabi leads House committee on works to inspect key road projects

    Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Works, Hon. Akin Alabi, on Wednesday led members of the committee on an oversight visit to major federal road projects, including the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, the Coastal Road, the Outer Marina shoreline reconstruction, and the Oyo–Ogbomoso Expressway.

    The delegation was joined by Senator Osita Ngwu, who represented the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Works, Senator Barinada Mpigi.

    The lawmakers first inspected the Sagamu section of the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, a critical artery linking Lagos to the southwest and the rest of the country.

    They later moved to the ongoing Coastal Road project and then to Marina, where they assessed the progress of the shoreline reconstruction designed to protect and modernise the waterfront.

    The team also visited the Oyo–Ogbomoso Expressway project being handled by JRB Construction. Contractors briefed the committees on the pace of work and assured them of progress despite funding and logistical hurdles.

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    Speaking after the inspection, Hon. Alabi said the committees were determined to ensure that funds appropriated for infrastructure are properly utilised and that projects meet the quality and timelines expected.

    “These projects are vital to our economy. Our role is to make sure Nigerians get value for money and that these roads deliver the connectivity and opportunities they were designed for,” he said.

    Senator Ngwu, in his remarks, stressed the importance of joint oversight between the Senate and the House, noting that collaboration was key to improving accountability and transparency in public works.

  • Hon. Akin Alabi launches 2025 free eye care program

    Hon. Akin Alabi launches 2025 free eye care program

    Residents of Egbeda/Ona-Ara federal constituency are set to benefit from the 2025 edition of the Akin Alabi free eye test, glasses, and surgeries program.

    This is scheduled to run from July 28th to August 1st, 2025.

    This flagship medical outreach, targeting 5,000 participants, will provide free eye tests, prescription glasses, and surgeries for residents across five strategic locations in the constituency.

    The initiative, spearheaded by Hon. Alabi, aims to tackle preventable blindness and improve access to quality eye care for underserved communities.

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    Program Schedule (All activities begin at 9:00 AM daily):

                  •            July 28 – 7th Day Campsite, Erunmu

                  •            July 29 – Ajiwogbo Town Hall, Ajiwogbo

                  •            July 30 – Opposite Toun Hospital, Iwo Road

                  •            July 31 – Open Space, Opposite Ajao Road, Sáwia, Olounshogo

                  •            August 1 – Chief Diran Alabi’s House, Brewery Junction

    Hon. Alabi reaffirmed his commitment to human capital development through sustainable health interventions, noting that improved vision enhances productivity, learning, and overall quality of life.

  • Speaker Abbas congratulates Akin Alabi on installation as ‘Jagun Olubadan’

    Speaker Abbas congratulates Akin Alabi on installation as ‘Jagun Olubadan’

    The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon Tajudeen Abbas, has congratulated the chairman of the House Committee on Works, Hon. Akin Alabi, on his installation as the Jagun Olubadan of Ibadanland.

    In a letter with reference NASS/SPK/ADM/VOL.IV/0098, the Speaker said: “On behalf of the 10th House of Representatives, I congratulate you on your installation as Jagun Olubadan of Ibadanland by His Imperial Majesty, Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin (Ige Olakulehin I).

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    “This distinguished honour recognises your steadfast commitment to public service and your contributions to advancing the welfare of your community. It also reflects the deep respect you have earned within Ibadan’s traditional institution.

    “We are confident that, in this new capacity, you will continue to foster civic participation and uphold the rich cultural heritage of Ibadanland.

    “While wishing you success and fulfillment in this esteemed recognition, please accept my best wishes,” the letter read.

  • Akin Alabi flags off two major road constructions in Egbeda/Ona Ara

    Akin Alabi flags off two major road constructions in Egbeda/Ona Ara

    Hon. Akin Alabi, Chairman of the House Committee on Works representing Egbeda/Ona Ara Federal Constituency has flagged off the construction of two major roads in his constituency.

    As part of his ongoing major infrastructural developmental push, he also inspected the progress of the Salawu Road project to ensure its timely completion.

    According to his media and publicity aide, Hameed Mustapha Ramadan, the flag-off ceremonies took place at Aba-Otun and Erunmu communities, drawing the presence of community leaders, political stakeholders, and residents, all of whom expressed deep appreciation for the intervention.

    Alabi reiterated commitment to delivering meaningful projects to every community he engaged with during his campaign.

    “I want to ensure that all the communities I visited during my campaign receive the dividends of democracy they deserve. This is why I always emphasize the importance of seniority in lawmaking, it enables us to bring more development to our constituents,” he stated.

    Alabi also stressed that the road projects transcend political affiliations and are aimed at improving the lives of all residents.

    “This is not about politics. Whether you belong to SDP, PDP, Accord, LP, APC, or any other party, these developments are for everyone. Good roads benefit us all,” he added.

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    He urged youths and community leaders to support the engineers and contractors to ensure the smooth execution of the projects.

    The Erunmu-Egbeda Road project will enhance connectivity for multiple communities, including Erunmu, Ore I & II, Owobaale, Ibiti, Paku, Adekola, Mosa, Tanmo, and Egbeda, greatly improving accessibility and economic activity.

    The Fakayode-Aba Otun Road project will serve Fakayode, Akintunde, Kobiowu, and Aba Otun communities, providing long-awaited relief for residents who have endured years of hardship due to poor road conditions.

    Hon. Akin Alabi’s Campaign Director General, Hon. Adebowale Amoo, assured residents that the new roads would be built to modern standards for durability and sustainability.

    “These roads will be constructed with proper drainage systems and solar-powered street lighting to enhance accessibility, longevity, and overall infrastructure quality in the constituency,” he stated.

    Recognizing Alabi’s commitment to development, traditional leaders, including the Elerunmu of Erunmu Land, Chief Oyeshola Akanji Oyerinde, and the Royal Chieftain of Owobaale, attended the flag-off ceremonies. Chief Oyerinde offered prayers for Hon. Alabi and his entourage, commending his dedication to the community’s growth.

  • Death can’t severe our relationship, Akin Alabi assures late Olubadan’s family

    Death can’t severe our relationship, Akin Alabi assures late Olubadan’s family

    Akin Alabi, the representative for Egbeda/Ona-Ara Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, has revealed that he had developed a close relationship with the late Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun, saying that he is committed to maintaining ties with the family the late monarch left behind.

    Alabi, who is also the Ajiwogbo family compound head (Mogaji) in the Ibadan traditional system made this remark during his condolence visit to the Alarere residence of the late prominent monarch.

    Alabi and his large entourage, among other sympathizers who visited on Wednesday, March 20, were received by the three widows of the late Oba Balogun, including Oloris Olayinka, Olufunmilayo and Khalimat.

    The lawmaker described himself as part and parcel of the family said the incident, as sad and devastating as it might be would not cut him off from the family of the late Oba.

    He said: “It is natural that guest traffic to this place would thin out very soon, but I want to assure you that I won’t be part of those that would abandon this place. It does not mean that we won’t be going to the next appropriate places, no, we would ensure you are not abandoned.

    “What’s even more, this place is part of my constituency and I would not have any justifiable reason to neglect any part of my constituency.

    “In a nutshell, this place is my home and I will forever cherish my relationship with our departed great hero. There’s not much to say for now than to plead with all to take heart and be consoled with the good and enduring legacies left behind by our baba”.

    In a related development, one of the registered political parties in the country, the Action Alliance (AA) has described the late Oba Balogun as a dedicated, loyal and committed Ibadan to the core and that it was not a surprise that God gave him the grace and privilege to rule over the city, however short the reign might be.

    The political party led by its Chairman, Board of Trustees (BoT), Dr. Samuel Adeyemi commented on the condolence visit made to the Alarere residence of the late Olubadan.

    Dr. Adeyemi, who went down memory lane said but for the singular efforts of the late Oba Balogun in 2011, the gubernatorial electoral victory of the late former Governor Abiola Ajimobi might have become a mirage, saying, “It was our late father, who prevailed on our party from pressing forward on our litigation on the year’s gubernatorial election over the exclusion by INEC our party logo on the gubernatorial election ballot paper.

    “Being a lawyer myself, I don’t know how the former governor would have been able to scuttle our petition at the Election Petition Tribunal because exclusion of any eligible political party on the ballot paper is automatic re-run and the opposition party at the national level was waiting in the wings to assist our party, but our revered father stood his ground and prevailed on us.

    “Ibadan has lost a great and highly consummate, compassionate and quintessential leader of immeasurable value. A peace-loving and highly cerebral monarch, the late Olubadan left enduring legacies which should be enough consolation for all the bereaved”, the AA boss asserted.

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    Responding separately on behalf of the family, the eldest among the surviving widows of the monarch, Olori Olayinka Balogun thanked Hon. Alabi and commended him for his commitment to the family while her husband was alive and his pledge not to abandon the family at the monarch’s death.

    She expressed gladness at the good name and deeds left behind by the late Oba, describing the legacies as unquantifiable in terms of any tangible value, adding, “we are not afraid to face the future in the absence of our husband because, what he left behind for us, the children and the entire family is beyond measure in terms of goodwill”.

    Olori Olayinka saluted the Alabi for recalling the political sagacity of her husband and more importantly his passion and commitment to Ibadan cause which the struggle made reference to epitomized, noting that “we are not surprised by the testimony because we know him and what he stood for at any point in time”.

  • Yuletide: Akin Alabi showers constituents with gifts, promises mega empowerment in 2024

    Yuletide: Akin Alabi showers constituents with gifts, promises mega empowerment in 2024

    The federal lawmaker representing Egbeda/Ona Ara constituency at the House of Representatives, Hon. Akin Alabi has celebrated Christmas by showering his supporters and constituents with gifts worth millions of Naira at the last party meeting held simultaneously at Egbeda party house and Ona Ara meeting ground.

    The event, which was held concurrently, had in attendance different party leaders from the two zones, members, women support groups, youth representatives, and new converts, all present.

    Hon. Alabi who was welcomed in grand style and cheered on by his loyal members and admirers expressed gratitude to all party faithful for the trust they had placed in him for the second time and commended their excellent performance during the last election.

    During the electioneering period, Hon. Alabi had promised his constituents that if given the opportunity to represent them once more, he would double and triple what he had done for them. He emphasized that the little gifts given to them for the season were just a tip of the iceberg compared to what was in store.

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    As the newly appointed House Committee Chairman of Works, He assured his constituents that they would not be left out of the major developmental agenda of the federal government, as well as any initiatives that would improve their means of livelihood.

    He added that since returning to the green chamber, he had increased his efforts in giving and spreading the dividends of democracy among his people. He promised that starting from January next year, his constituents would begin to benefit from a planned mega empowerment program, which would be different from the ones they had enjoyed in the past.

    Addressing the upcoming local government election slated to be held next year, he urged all APC members in Egbeda/Ona Ara federal constituency to come out in large numbers to support all candidates put forth by the party. He emphasized that this would further expand their reach and make it easier to positively impact the lives of residents.

    The party chairman at Ona Ara, while speaking to newsmen at the end of the meeting, commended Hon. Alabi for being a man of his word. He described him as someone who genuinely cares for everybody in his constituency and wants the best for them

  • Akin Alabi inaugurates House Committee on Works

    Akin Alabi inaugurates House Committee on Works

    The chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Works, Akin Alabi has assured of effective oversight function, transparency, and accountability in the discharge of their duties.

    Alabi gave the promise during the inaugural meeting of the committee in Abuja.

    He assured of effective oversight function in the Ministry of Works, to ensure that there is value for funds appropriated for road construction and rehabilitation nationwide.

    Alabi said: “With oversight of the Works Ministry and its agencies, there will be visible transformation on our road infrastructure.”

    He further stated that the Committee, which has representatives from all 36 States and the Federal Capital Territory, (FCT) needs to be more productive and focused due to challenges in the road sector.

    The chairman said the use of concrete may be considered and adopted by the committee for road construction against the use of asphalt, which had led to a deplorable state of road infrastructure in the country.

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    The lawmaker said: “It is my pleasure to welcome all members to this inaugural meeting of the House Committee on Works. You have been carefully, selected by the leadership of the House, to represent each of the States in this committee.

    “As you are all aware, Order Twenty (B), Rule 109 of the Standing Orders of the House, established the House Committee on Works with jurisdiction as oversight of construction and maintenance of Federal roads and bridges.

    “Oversight of survey and mapping; Oversight of roads research; Oversight of Office of the Surveyor-General of the Federation, (OSGOF); Oversight of Council for the Registration of Engineering in Nigeria, (COREN); Oversight of Surveyors Council of Nigeria, (SURCON); Oversight of Federal School of Survey, Oyo State; Oversight of Regional Centre for Training in Aerospace Survey, (RECTAS); Oversight of the Ministry responsible for works and its parastatals, save those assigned to other committees, and Annual budget estimates.

    “This committee, in this 10th Assembly needs to be much more proactive considering the myriads of challenges on our road infrastructure.

    “As most of you must have watched with keen interest, the revelations coming from the Minister of Works from his tour of various road projects across the country, I have no doubt that our job is well cut out for us.

    He further stated: “As a parliament of the people, our intervention is very crucial to ensure that we ameliorate the sufferings of our people on the roads. We, as a committee, must come up with legislation, policies and interventions that will improve the situation on our road infrastructure.

    “On every sitting day in the House, the committee receives nothing less than 2 to 3 referrals on motions from members drawing attention to roads infrastructure in their constituency, calling for attention. There is no doubt that the situation of our road infrastructure is highly deplorable.

    “That is why we need to swing into action immediately. Though the last government carried out some initiatives, policies and interventions on road infrastructure, we need to review some of these ideas and determine their work-ability or effectiveness in addressing our general concerns.”

    The committee chairman also said in the last administration, the Presidential Infrastructure Development Fund, (PIDF) managed by the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority, (NSIA) and the Highway Management Development Initiative, (HDMI) under the guidance of the Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission, (ICRC) were among several initiatives employed to improve road infrastructure.

    He added: “In line with the Legislative Agenda of this 10th Assembly, this committee will collaborate effectively with the Ministry of Works and its agencies to promote interventions that will bring about, rapid transformation on our roads.”