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  • Ex-lawmaker urges NJC top robe Osun judge

    Ex-lawmaker urges NJC top robe Osun judge

    A former lawmaker, Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has urged the National Judicial Council (NJC) to investigate Justice A. A. Aderibigbe of the state High Court for granting a counter order despite Appeal Court verdict reinstating sacked council executives.

    It will be recalled that Justice Aderibigbe granted the prayers of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) declaring council seats vacant and directed Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSIEC) to conduct local government election despite Attorney General of Federation and Inspector General of Police (IGP) warning not to conduct the poll.

    Oyintiloye in a statement yesterday described the order of the High Court sitting in Ilesa as illegal, saying “it was at variance with the advice given by the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, that Governor Ademola Adeleke should not to proceed with the conduct of the election.

    The ex-lawmaker, who represented Obokun State Constituency, said “the order of Justice Aderibigbe is strange. I want to appeal to the NJC to investigate Justice Aderibigbe for bringing the judiciary to ridicule with the judgment he delivered on February 21, recognising vacancies in Osun local governments after the Court of Appeal had returned the unjustly sacked elected chairmen and councillors elected in the October 15, 2022 election.

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    He queried: “Can the order of the state High Court supersede a judgment of the Court of Appeal? Where and when did Justice Aderibigbe sit to give the order? “Why is it that it was the state Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice that presented the order of the court to journalists? Can a judge deliver a judgment without persons whose interests (the reinstated APC chairmen and councillors) not being made parties to the suit?’’

    The APC chieftain subsequently urged NJC to thoroughly investigate Aderibigbe to keep intact the sanctity of the judiciary, adding that that the order granted by the judge had raised questions about court hierarchy, which the Council must provide answers to.

  • Ex-Osun lawmaker hails Tinubu for sacking three RECs

    Ex-Osun lawmaker hails Tinubu for sacking three RECs

    A former lawmaker in Osun State, Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has hailed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for sacking three suspended Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) of Abia, Adamawa and Sokoto states, Ike Uzochukwu, Hudu Yunusa-Ari and Nura Ali, over alleged gross misconduct in the 2023 general election.

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    The Nation recalls Tinubu sent request to the Senate to terminate the appointments of the three RECs, which was granted.

    Oyintiloye, one of the leaders of All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun East Senatorial District, said the sack of the RECs was a signal of the President’s desire to sanitise the electoral system.

    The ex-lawmaker, in a statement yesterday, also commended the Senate for granting the President’s request to sack the suspended RECs.

  • Former Osun lawmaker urges Tinubu to investigate 2024 national grid collapses 

    Former Osun lawmaker urges Tinubu to investigate 2024 national grid collapses 

    Former Osun state lawmaker, Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has called on President Bola Tinubu to launch a thorough investigation into the 12 national grid collapses recorded in 2024. 

    In a statement on Sunday, Oyintiloye expressed concern over the frequent grid failures, describing them as a significant threat to the country’s economic growth.

    He stressed that the persistent power outages negatively impact businesses and daily life across Nigeria. 

    “The incessant collapse of the national grid is worrisome. I believe that a presidential investigation will uncover the root causes and provide lasting solutions to this recurring issue,” said Oyintiloye, who formerly represented the Obokun State Constituency and served as a member of the APC Presidential Campaign Council in 2023. 

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    He further questioned the rationale behind the collapses, given Nigeria’s abundant resources.

    “The country is blessed with all the resources needed to keep the grid running. Why does it collapse so often? This embarrassment must stop, and sanity must be restored in the power sector for the sake of our economy. If sabotage is at play, an investigation will expose it,” he added. 

    Oyintiloye also emphasized the need for accountability, urging that any individual or group found culpable of sabotaging efforts to stabilize Nigeria’s power supply must face appropriate consequences.

    He called for decisive action to restore confidence in the nation’s energy infrastructure.

  • Oyetola will contest, win Osun 2026 governorship election—Ex-lawmaker

    Oyetola will contest, win Osun 2026 governorship election—Ex-lawmaker

    A former lawmaker in Osun State, Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has announced that he believes former governor Adegboyega Oyetola will contest and win the 2026 governorship election in the state. 

    In a statement on Wednesday, October 16, Oyintiloye, who represented the Obokun State Constituency, expressed that Oyetola has the first right of refusal for the governorship ticket. 

    He noted that Oyetola, who is currently serving as the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, is better prepared than ever to end the administration of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun State come 2026.

    According to him “In preparation for the task ahead, Oyetola has commenced consultation with major stakeholders to evaluate, appraise, the strength and the challenges of the APC across local government areas of the state ahead of the election.”

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    He further explained that Oyetola was doing that to further brighten the chances of APC and to make it a more formidable platform going into the next election.

    “This strategic framework will serve as a guide in defining our vision and goals as a party. We are more than prepared to wrestle power from PDP in 2026, and the people of the state are eagerly waiting to see that happening.

    “Oyetola will contest and win the 2026 governorship election in Osun. He holds the right of first refusal. and he is already doing his background work.”

  • ‘Don’t incite Nigerians to violence’

    ‘Don’t incite Nigerians to violence’

    A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State,  Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has appealed to politicians to guard against utterances that could incite Nigerians into violent protest against the government.

    He said any politician hiding under the current temporary hardship in the country to incite the masses against constituted authorities should be regarded as an enemy of the country.

    The APC chieftain spoke yesterday with reporters in Osogbo.

    Oyintiloye, a member of the defunct APC Presidential Campaign Council (PCC), said what President Bola Ahmed Tinubu needed ‘’at this period is prayer and support of Nigerians to enable him stabilise the economy for the benefit of the masses.’’

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    He said the economic challenges the country was passing through required the understanding and collaborative approach towards finding solution to them and not inciting comment that could lead to public unrest.

    Oyintiloye, who noted that the president was doing everything possible to turn the economy around, said it would amount to being unpatriotic for anyone, no matter how highly placed, to incite the masses into a protest.

    He called on security agencies to be on the alert and ensure that anyone attempting to incite the masses to wreak havoc was made to face the law.

    “There is no doubt that the economy is not in its best shape, but this is just temporary.

    “The president is working assiduously to ensure that the economy is brought back to shape for Nigerians to enjoy.

    “While we are waiting for that, I do not think inciting the masses against the government is the best way to go.

    “I will strongly advise those politicians who are calling people to protest against the government to desist or be ready to face the law,” he said.

    Oyintiloye appealed to Nigerians to be patient, saying the effect of some of the policies of government may be harsh at the moment, predicting that the outcome will be better for all.

  • Cholera: Ex-lawmaker warns governors against diverting N260b PHCs’ revitalisation fund

    Cholera: Ex-lawmaker warns governors against diverting N260b PHCs’ revitalisation fund

    A member of the defunct APC Presidential Campaign Council (PCC),  All Progressives Congress (APC), Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has warned governors against diverting the N260 billion Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs) revitalisation fund released by the Federal Government to them to tackle cholera outbreak.

    Oyintiloye, who described the gesture as timely, sought prudent management of the huge cash.

    Speaking to reporters in Osogbo, the Osun State capital yesterday, Oyintiloye said with the recent outbreak of cholera, PHCs must be well equipped to rescue the situation and that the money had been earmarked for their revitalisation.

    He noted that many PHCs lack the capacity to provide essential health care services with the challenges of inadequate equipment, poor conditions of service, lack of essential drugs, among others.

    The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Muhammad Pate, had on May 24, this year said N260 billion had been earmarked for the revitalisation of PHCs across the country.

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    According to Pate, the money is available at the state level “for the revitalisation of their primary healthcare centres.”

    Oyintiloye, however, appealed to governors not to divert the money, but to use it wisely to equip the PHCs to curb the spread of cholera and other diseases.

    He said with the recent report that the death toll from cholera outbreak has hit 40, PHCs, which are always the first point of call for people in the period of emergency, must be strengthened.

    The APC chieftain said the disclosure by the minister that plans were underway to expand the PHCs from 8,300 to 17,000 through the National Primary Health Care Development Agency and make them functional to deliver essential services, was also commendable.

    Oyintiloye, however, expressed worry that, if the fund, which is already at the state level, is not monitored, it could be diverted and the PHCs might not have the needed capacity to tackle the cholera outbreak.

    He, however, urged President Bola Tinubu to ensure that a strict measure was put in place for the effective utilisation of the money.

    Meanwhile, Director, Environmental Health, Ministry of  Environment and Water Resources, Lagos State, Mr Akeem Olaewe has urged residents to heed the directive, control and prevention measures by the government to curtail the spread of cholera.

    Olaewe said this yesterday during the fumigation of hostels in the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Orientation Camp, Iyana-Ipaja in preparation for the NYSC 2024 Batch ‘B’ Stream 1 Orientation Course.

    In Osun State, the state government has denied recording 13 cases of cholera.

     The Special Adviser to the Governor on Health Matters, Dr. Adekunle Akindele,  said: “13 samples collected so far. All 13 samples sent to the laboratory, of which 13(100 per cent) were negative, 0 positive and no pending result. Cholera RDT kits and transport media have been strategically distributed to some health facilities across the 30 LGAs.’’

    In Imo State, the Commissioner for Primary Health, Social Services and Health Insurance, Dr. Prosper Ohayagha Success, allayed fears of cholera.

    Ohayagha stated that test results from all 27 local government areas have come out negative.” When we heard of the report of the 28 suspected cases in the 27 LGAs, we did a test and came out negative. We don’t have any outbreak yet, it was a suspected case,” Dr. Ohayagha told The Nation.

    Still, Imo schools have been put on red alert with schools prepared to tackle it.

  • Don’t give up on Tinubu’s administration, ex-lawmaker Nigerians

    Don’t give up on Tinubu’s administration, ex-lawmaker Nigerians

    A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has appealed to Nigerians to not give up on the President Bola Tunubu administration.

    Oyintiloye, while addressing reporters yesterday, described Tinubu as a true democrat ‘who will fulfil all his electoral promises for the prosperity of Nigerians’.

    The party chieftain noted that various economic policies by the president, such as fuel subsidy removal, unification of naira, among others, which may have created a bit of discomfort, would form a strong foundation upon which a prosperous Nigeria would be built.

    He added: “There is no doubt Nigerians are facing hard times, but this is not deliberate nor a sign of failure on the part of the president. For us to enjoy a prosperous Nigeria, we must be ready to sacrifice a little and that is what is currently happening.”

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    “Government will continue to strengthen our economy by investing in industries and promoting local production, develop agricultural value chain, which will help reduce our dependence on imports and crude oil.

    “Mr. President means well for Nigerians. He will not gain anything by deliberately inflicting pains on us. All his economic policies causing the pains are actually meant to strengthen our economy. Don’t give up on the president, he will do better and he will continue to improve on the welfare of Nigerians.”

    Oyintiloye, however, appealed to opposition parties to guard against utterances and narratives capable of polarising the country.

    He said: “The opposition should be patriotic enough to avoid inflammatory statements that could cause chaos. President Tinubu has good intentions and he is working so hard to turn things around for Nigeria…”

  • Lawmaker pledges grassroots development in Osun

    The lawmaker representing Obokun State Constituency, of Osun State, Olatunbosun Oyintiloye has said he is committed to grassroots development through sporting activities. He also stated that the youth should be encouraged to realise their innate potential.

    He spoke at Osogbo, the Osun State capital after a football competition he instituted as part of activities lined up for the 61st birthday of Osun State Governor, Rauf Aregbesola. He owns and sponsors Hon. Bosun Oyintiloye Football Club of Obokun Local Government Area.

    One of the birthday activities was a football tournament between Oyintiloye’s team and that of Hon. Nurudeen Football Club of Ilesa-West Local Government Area the football team owned and sponsored by the lawmaker representing Obokun State Constituency which Oyintiloye’s team won by 3goals to 1 at the final stage of the competition.

    The football competition, which was keenly contested by football clubs representing all the local government areas of Ijesha land was sponsored by the Chairmen of the concerned local government areas and powered by notable individuals in the area.

    The tension-soaked match between the teams of Hon. Bosun Oyintiloye Football Club of Obokun Local Government Area and Hon. Nurudeen Football Club of Ilesa-West Local Government Area ended 3-1 in favour of the Oyintiloye boys.

    Governor Aregbesola described the tournament as exciting, entertaining and impressive.

    Presenting the trophy and medals to Oyintiloye FC, and other participants, Governor Aregbesola who was flanked by Hon. Oyintiloye and his team praised the sponsors for their commitment to youth development.

    Governor Aregbesola, who commended the participating teams for their commitment to the promotion of sports said Oyintiloye FC and its counterpart Hon. Nurudeen Football Club that contested in the final, exhibited the required commitment to victory, adding that they have shown promise for greater laurels in the future.

    He encouraged Hon Oyintiloye and others not to relent in their efforts to encourage the youth to realise their innate potential.

    The team of Hon. Nurudeen took the lead in the earlier part of first half of the game before Shakiru Adekunle equalised before the end of proceedings of the first half.

    In the second half, the Oyintiloye FC scored two more goals to win to win the trophy.

    Reacting, Hon. Oyintiloye explained that his side had demonstrated that through hard work and team spirit, success was attainable in any endeavour.

    He said he sponsored the tournament as a demonstration of his commitment to community development through sporting activities, stressing that he is inspired by the feat of his side to continue in activities that will lead to skill and talent development, especially at the grassroots.

    One of the organisers of the competition, Hon. Babatunde Ayeni Football Foundation said the participants were brilliant youths who deserved to be encouraged.

  • Ramadan: Let’s pray for people in difficulties – Aregbesola

    Osun State Governor,  Rauf Aregbesola, has urged Muslims to approach the Ramadan season with best practices and show love to their neighbours.

    Aregbesola, in a Ramadan goodwill message on Thursday in Osogbo, urged Muslims to be sober and do things with moderation.

    The governor also admonished Muslim faithful to remember the poor, sick and those in difficulties in their prayers and work of charity.

    He said: “l am most pleased to see the beginning of this year’s Ramadan.

    ” Ramadan is that period when Muslims worldwide engage in fasting – a physical and spiritual act of self denial, cleansing, prayers, fellowship and charity.

    ” As one of the pillar of Islam, Ramadan is also a time of deep consecration to spiritual matters .

    “It is therefore time of spiritual awakening and commitment to the tenets of Islam.

    “As we celebrate this great festival of the religion of peace, may the peace and comfort of Allah (SWT) rest upon us , our family, community, state and the nation.

    ” This is wishing all Muslims Ramadan Kareem, with love and grace on behalf of the government and good people of Osun.”

    Similarly, the Osun House of Assembly has congratulated Muslim faithful on the commencement of Ramadan.

    The Assembly, in a statement signed by the Chairman of the House Committee on Information and Strategy, Mr. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, urged Muslims to use the period to renew their commitments, virtues of love and peace as taught by Prophet Muhammed.

     

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  • Nigeria will be prosperous, says Osun lawmaker

    Nigeria will be prosperous, says Osun lawmaker

    A member of the Osun House of Assembly, Mr Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has called on Nigerians to renew their hope and trust in the imperative of  a prosperous nation.

    Oyintiloye ( APC-Obokun ) also said on Wednesday in Osogbo that there was the need to re-awaken the consciousness of nation building and self-esteem among Nigerians.

    The lawmaker, who spoke against the backdrops of gross abuse and maltreatment of  Nigerians in Libya, said the creation of a  conducive environment, transparency and good governance  would fast-track restoration of hope and inspire a sense of nationhood in the country.

    Oyintiloye, who noted that the dehumanisation of Nigerians outside the country was  unfortunate, said lack of trust and faith in the system had led to  forced immigration.

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    The lawmaker, who is the House  Committee Chairman on Information and Strategy, urged Nigerians, especially the youths, to “ resist the temptation of squandering their future for a morsel of bread.’’

    He said there were  enormous potentials and vast opportunities in the country  if properly harnessed.

    While calling on Nigerians  to take advantage of  the numerous government programmes, Oyintiloye enjoined government at all levels to intensify efforts on initiatives  that would lead to job creation and improved  productivity  in the country.

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