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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