REMARKABLE
ACHIEVEMENTS OF APGA OSUN IN 2024
Below are some of the achievements
made by the Osun State All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) under the
leadership of Mr. Wole Adedoyin in the year 2024.
STATE WORKING COMMITTEE MEETING (SWC)
In the year 2024, the Osun State Chapter of the
All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), under my leadership, convened five
State Working Committee (SWC) meetings. The dates and minutes of these meetings
are as follows:
1.
First
Meeting: January 7, 2024 - https://apgaosunnews.blogspot.com/2024/08/third-minutes-of-apga-osun-exco-meeting.html
2.
Second
Meeting: March 7, 2024 - https://apgaosunnews.blogspot.com/2024/08/fifth-minutes-of-osun-apga-meeting-held.html
3.
Third
Meeting: March 16, 2024 - https://apgaosunnews.blogspot.com/2024/08/fourth-minutes-of-osun-apga-exco.html
4.
Fourth
Meeting: April 20, 2024 - https://apgaosunnews.blogspot.com/2024/08/sixthminutes-of-osun-apga-exco-meeting.html
5.
Fifth
Meeting: July 13, 2024 - https://apgaosunnews.blogspot.com/2024/08/seventh-minutes-of-osun-apga-exco.html
These meetings were pivotal in driving the
strategic direction of the party, fostering effective governance, and ensuring
the success of our initiatives in Osun State.
STAKEHOLDERS MEETING
In 2024, the Osun State
Chapter of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) hosted two stakeholders'
meetings, which included members of the State Working Committee and the general
membership. The first stakeholders' meeting was held on August 2, 2024, while
the second took place on August 17, 2024.
CHAIRMEN’S
MEETING AND NATIONAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING
In
2024, the Chairman of the Osun State Chapter of APGA, Mr. Wole Adedoyin,
attended the Chairmen's Meeting presided over by the National Chairman of APGA,
Barr. Sly Ezeokenwa. This meeting was held on June 26, 2024, at the APGA
National Secretariat in Abuja.
The
Chairman also participated in the 2024 edition of the Party’s National
Executive Committee (NEC) Meeting. This meeting was held on December 6, 2024,
at the party’s National Secretariat. It was graced by prominent figures,
including the National Leader of APGA, His Excellency, Governor Charles Soludo;
the National Chairman, Barr. Sly Ezeokenwa; and the Federal Minister of State for
Foreign Affairs, Her Excellency, Ambassador (Mrs.) Bianca Ojukwu, among others.
NEW
SECRETARIAT
The
Osun State Chapter of APGA has secured a new secretariat. It is noteworthy that
in 2023, the Osun NUJ Press Centre served as the venue for APGA Osun meetings.
However, last year, the party acquired its own dedicated secretariat, fully
furnished with tables, benches, and chairs.
Since
its establishment, the new party secretariat has hosted several party meetings
and activities, including the Local Government Primary of the party.
FIRST-EVER
LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTION APGA WILL PARTICIPATE IN
The
year 2024 marked a historic and significant milestone in the history of APGA
Osun. Under my leadership, Osun APGA expressed its intention to participate in
the upcoming local government election scheduled for next month. We submitted a
formal letter to the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC),
which granted us approval to proceed.
Following
this, we held primaries, and our candidates were screened and cleared, as
published in the Nigerian Tribune on Tuesday, September 24, 2024. APGA, along
with its candidates, will be participating in the local government election set
for February 22, 2025.
This
will be the first time that APGA in Osun State will be participating in any
local government election in the state.
NEW
PARTY’S ELECTRONIC NEWSLETTER, BANNERS, AND PUBLICITY PLATFORMS
During
APGA Osun’s seventh meeting, the APGA Osun Chairman unveiled three newly
designed party banners. One banner will be prominently displayed at the front
of the party’s secretariat, while the remaining two will be used at State
Working Committee meetings, congresses, campaigns, and rallies to enhance the
party’s visibility.
Additionally,
APGA Osun introduced a new electronic newsletter, available at https://apgaosunnews.blogspot.com.
This newsletter has been documenting and recording news, reports, and
activities from APGA Osun, APGA Southwest, and the APGA National. The former
blogs of the Chapter remain active and can be accessed through the following links:
The
party's Facebook account and other social media platforms are also fully
operational.
CONSULTATIVE
MEETING ON WOMEN'S POLITICAL PARTICIPATION
On
March 26, 2024, APGA Osun nominated four members to attend a two-day consultative
meeting organized by the Hope for Family Development Initiative (HFDI). This
initiative is part of the project "Advancing Women's Political
Participation Through Female Elected Candidates in Southwest Nigeria,"
funded by the Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen, Germany. The meeting aimed to
enhance women's involvement in politics.
The
nominated members included the Deputy Chairman, Women Leader, Financial
Secretary, and Vice Chairman 3.
INEC
STAKEHOLDERS MEETINGS
On
Wednesday, June 26, 2024, APGA Osun, under my leadership, participated in the
second edition of the INEC Quarterly Consultative Meeting with Civil Society
Organizations (CSOs). The meeting focused on developing strategies for
improving the participation of persons with disabilities (PWDs) in the
electoral process, as well as the effective capturing of disaggregated data of
PWDs on Election Day. The event took place at the Olusegun Agbaje Media Centre,
INEC Osun State Office in Osogbo.
Additionally,
on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, the Osun State branch of the Independent
National Electoral Commission (INEC) invited APGA Osun to participate in its
third quarterly consultative meeting with CSOs. This meeting focused on the
2023 General Elections, specifically on the recruitment, training, and development
of ad-hoc personnel, as well as issues, challenges, and recommendations. The
discussions were aimed at achieving a credible electoral process for the 2026
Osun State Governorship Election. The meeting was also held at the Olusegun
Agbaje Media Centre, INEC Osun State Office in Osogbo.
OTHER
POLITICAL EVENTS/MEETINGS APGA WAS INVITED TO OR PARTICIPATED IN
- 31st Anniversary Celebration of
the Creation of Osun State:
Organized by the Ministry of Regional Integration and Special Duties, held
on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, at the Adolak Event Center, Old Governor’s
Office, Osogbo.
- Programs Commemorating the
Second Anniversary of Governor Ademola Adeleke’s Administration: Organized by the Office of the Secretary to the State
Government, held on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at the Project Site.
- Second IPADE GOMINA: Organized by the Ministry of Information and Public
Enlightenment, held on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at the Oba Adekunle
Aromolaran Civic Centre, Ereja Square, Ilesa.
- Launching of National and
International Postage Stamps in Recognition of the UNESCO World Heritage
Site, The Osun-Osogbo Grove:
Organized by the Osun State Government, Ministry of Political Affairs
& Intergovernmental Relations, in collaboration with the Nigeria
Postal Service (NIPOST).
- OsunOpen LG Stakeholders’
Engagement: Held on August 26, 2024, at
Benbar Event Hall, beside Regina Suite, Ringroad, Osogbo.
- Summit of Political
Stakeholders: Organized by the Osun State
Government, Ministry of Political Affairs and Intergovernmental Relations,
held on Thursday, August 29, 2024, at the Centre for Black Culture and
International Understanding, behind the State Secretariat, Osogbo.
- Invitation to the High-Level
Stakeholders Dialogue Ahead of the 2025 Local Government Election in Osun
State: Organized by the Justice,
Development & Peace Makers’ Centre, held on Thursday, October 17,
2024, at the Catholic Chancery Hall, Bishop’s House, Oke-Ayepe, Osogbo.
WOMEN'S
ASPIRANTS TRAINING WORKSHOP
Four
women members of the party participated in a four-day workshop from May 22 to
May 25, 2024, aimed at promoting female candidates. The training, part of the
same project by HFDI, provided valuable capacity-building opportunities. The
participants included Mrs. Gloria Bukky Ademola, Mrs. Wuraola Ajao, Mrs.
Jayeoba Busayo Deborah, and Mrs. Dunmade Adejoke Wuraola, all of whom received
certificates of completion.
DIGITAL
MEMBERSHIP REGISTRATION
Regarding
the ongoing Digital Membership Registration, the Chairman reported that 150 membership
registration forms were printed for individuals facing challenges with online
registration. These forms were provided by the incumbent National Vice Chairman
(Southwest), Alh. Suraj Owolabi. One hundred forms have been distributed to
members for further recruitment efforts. Additional forms are available for
those who have yet to register. Members who have collected their forms but have
not yet submitted them are encouraged to do so promptly, ensuring that their
information can be uploaded to the party's website, which houses the membership
database.
APGA
SUPPORT FUND
To
enhance support and sponsorship, the Chairman introduced the APGA Osun Support
Fund. This fund will collect donations, contributions, and subscriptions to
finance party activities and assist members in need. The Chairman inaugurated
the fund in 2024 with a personal donation of Five Thousand Naira (₦5,000).
SHARING
OF GOODIES TO EXCOS AND DEDICATED MEMBERS
In
2024, various goodies, including foodstuffs such as rice and maize, were distributed
to party members. Committed and dedicated party stakeholders were also given
monetary gifts as a token of appreciation for their commitment, dedication, and
loyalty to the party.
VISITATION
OF MEMBERS OF THE NATIONAL WORKING COMMITTEE IN SOUTHWEST
On
the 13th of August 2024, Osun APGA played host to two members of the party’s
National Working Committee from the Southwest. They were Alh. Suraj Owolabi,
the current National Vice Chairman (Southwest) of APGA, and Mr. Rufus Alabi,
the National Assistant Organizing Secretary of APGA. The meeting also saw the
attendance of Pastor Olatunji Popoola, the current National Auditor of APGA.
The meeting focused on the way forward for the party in Osun State.
APPOINTMENT
OF AN ACTING STATE PUBLICITY SECRETARY
At
the 7th State Working Committee meeting of the party, the newly appointed Osun
APGA Publicity Secretary was introduced. Following the National Chairman’s
directive for all state chairmen to appoint active Publicity Secretaries,
Prince Oluwabusuyi Oluwabamigbe, a social media influencer, was appointed to
fill the long-vacant position in Osun after thorough consultation.
APPOINTMENT
OF APGA OSUN CHAIRMAN AS A MEMBER OF THE NATIONAL PUBLICITY COMMITTEE OF THE
PARTY
During
the 2024 NEC Meeting of the party, held in Abuja on the 6th of December 2024,
APGA Osun Chairman Wole Adedoyin was appointed as a member of the National
Publicity Committee of the party. Wole Adedoyin expressed his gratitude to the
National Chairman of the party, Barr. Sly Ezeokenwa, for the opportunity to
serve APGA at the national level.
Signed:
Wole Adedoyin
APGA Osun Chairman
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