The Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, led a delegation of twelve PDP state legislators to the Oyo South Senatorial District meeting of the party.
The meeting was held on Wednesday at Igboora Community Hall, Ibarapa Central Local Government Area.
The lawmakers include Hon Peter Ojedokun (Ibarapa North/Central), Hon Oluwafemi Fowokanmi (Ibadan South West II), Hon Mabaje Razak (Ido), Hon. Yusuf Adebisi (Ibadan South West 1), Hon. Comforter Olajide (Ibadan North I) and Hon. Dauda Olalere (Ibadan North West).
Others are Hon. Babalola Abiodun (Ibadan North East 1), Hon Olusola Owolabi (Ibadan North East II), Olayinka Omikunle (Ibadan South East II) and Hon. Akande Modiu (Ibadan South East 1).
The gathering brought together prominent leaders and stakeholders within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to discuss party unity, development, and political strategy.
While addressing the meeting, the Speaker called for stronger unity among PDP members within the senatorial district, urging them to remain committed to the party’s ideals and collective goals.
He praised Governor Seyi Makinde’s developmental strides, emphasizing the positive impact of his administration across Oyo State.
Ogundoyin reassured party faithful that the Ibarapa zone, like other regions, would continue to benefit from the governor’s projects.
He further reaffirmed the government’s commitment to completing the ongoing Ido/Eruwa road, a vital infrastructure project aimed at boosting connectivity and economic activities in the region.
The senatorial meeting saw participation from key PDP leaders and stakeholders, including former Oyo State Deputy Governor and party leader including Barr Hazeem Gbolarumi, and Mrs. Mutiat Ladoja, who is the wife of the former Governor of Oyo State, Rashidi Ladoja.
Representing Governor Makinde, the state Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Hon. Ademola Ojo (Ijaya) highlighted the governor’s dedication to grassroots development and governance, urging party members to remain steadfast in their support.
In his remarks, the Acting Chairman and Secretary of the PDP, Alh Wasiu Adeleke emphasized the importance of unity, party discipline, and loyalty in ensuring the continued success of the party in the state.
Earlier in his welcome address, the Chairman of the Oyo South Senatorial District, Alh. Kamoru Adeyemi, encouraged members to close ranks and intensify mobilization efforts.
He stressed the need to bring in new members and strengthen the party’s base ahead of future electoral contests.
