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The political atmosphere in Ibadan South-West Local Government Area was charged with enthusiasm on Monday as Hon. Engr. Dr. Aderemi Abass Oseni, Member Representing Ido/Ibarapa East Federal Constituency, Chairman House Committee on Federal Road Maintenance Agency [FERMA], and APC Candidate for Oyo South Senatorial District in the 2027 Elections, engaged stakeholders of the Akere community in a strategic grassroots meeting aimed at consolidating development and political support ahead of the next general elections.
The engagement, organized by the Oseniyan Neighborhood Initiative Movement and held at Akere Palace Frontage, Mapo Oritamerin Market, brought together a broad spectrum of residents, market leaders, traditional rulers, religious heads, youth organizations, and community development associations to deliberate on the progress of Akere and its adjoining markets.
The programme commenced with prayers offered in Islamic and traditional formats by Imam Hassan Onisinmiyan and Pa. Fadare, setting a tone of unity and mutual respect.
Represented at the gathering were Elero Akere, Aimotu Rawatib C2, Alekuso Spiritual Sellers, Beere Book Sellers, CDA Community Oritamerin, Gege Attenda Market Zones 1 and 2, C2 Community Ward 1, ROCOF Ibadan South-West Local Government Chapter, Boluyo, the Oseniyan Foundation, and members of the ROCOF family.
Also in attendance were prominent political figures and community leaders including Hon. Wasiu Akerele, Hon. Tunde Oriolowo, Chairman of Compounds in Akere, Hon. Adeniyi Adeoti, Hon. Abass Oladimeji, Hon. Burari Ishau, Hon. Fola Taiwo Ado, Hon. Folake Oshinlowo, Hon. Bose Odusanwo, Hon. Fadeshere, Hon. Tolani Adigun Mary, Hon. Oriade Wasiu, alongside Mogajis, Baales, youth leaders and representatives of the Osheniyan Foundation.
A comprehensive biography of Hon. Remi Oseni was presented to the gathering, tracing his professional journey, antecedents in engineering, and his trajectory in public service, which participants described as one marked by consistent delivery and grassroots connection.
Addressing the mammoth crowd, Hon. Remi Oseni described his approach to representation as “Ko She Le Ri”, an unprecedented and first-of-its-kind model of legislative service. He said his time in the National Assembly has been devoted to bringing development directly to the people, with measurable outcomes across infrastructure, education, empowerment and community welfare.
The federal lawmaker noted that he was among the first in the House of Representatives to facilitate the construction of community roads with bitumen, a move that has eased transportation and boosted commerce in several communities. In the power sector, he said his office has facilitated the distribution of over 31 transformers to communities, a development that has significantly improved electricity supply, with a commitment to do more to ensure that no community is left in darkness.
In education, Hon. Remi Oseni revealed that his intervention predated his election to the House, having constructed 2 schools before 2023 and facilitated the construction of more than 3 additional schools since, with several others currently at various stages of completion. To reduce the financial burden on parents, he disclosed that he has sponsored about 1,300 WAEC examination forms and 1,600 JAMB forms for students across his constituency and beyond.
Speaking on youth empowerment and security, the APC Senatorial hopeful stated that his office has distributed over 7,000 solar streetlights across communities to enhance security and extend economic activities into the night. In a bold step to tackle youth unemployment, he said more than 80 youths have been empowered with ₦1 million each to establish businesses, while over 150 constituents have been facilitated into direct employment opportunities in federal agencies and the private sector.
“This is where I grew up before I furthered my education in higher institutions. It is my duty to give back to the society where I grew up,” Hon. Remi Oseni declared, describing Ibadan South-West Ward 1 as his home and promising that the community would continue to enjoy priority attention.
Hon. Remi Oseni called on residents to sustain their support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, commending the President’s courage in driving infrastructure renewal, economic reforms, and educational advancement through initiatives such as the Nigerian Education Loan Fund [NELFUND], which he said has opened new doors for Nigerian students to access higher education without financial barriers.
He urged the people to vote massively for all APC candidates in 2027 and to support his ambition to represent Oyo South Senatorial District at the National Assembly. He assured that the template of grassroots-focused representation, infrastructure delivery, and direct empowerment that has defined his tenure in the House would be replicated and expanded at the Senate to cover all 9 Local Government Areas of Oyo South.
“The Renewed Hope Agenda of President Tinubu is working. At the Senate, I will work with him to bring more federal presence, more projects, and more opportunities to our people in Oyo South,” he said.
In response to requests presented by representatives of market and community groups, Hon. Remi Oseni made immediate pledges. He promised the provision of 50 solar lights for mosques and churches in the area and an additional 200 solar lights to illuminate streets across Ibadan South-West.
He also pledged to construct 2 modern toilets for market use out of the 5 requested, and to sink 10 boreholes instead of the 5 initially requested in order to improve access to clean water for traders and residents. He further assured youths of continuous empowerment schemes and skills development programmes.
As part of his support for the groups present, the lawmaker presented ₦5 million to a youth group and ₦1 million to the music band. He also made financial donations to the League of Imams and market women, while reiterating that more developmental interventions would be rolled out before and after the 2027 elections.
The federal lawmaker expressed appreciation to residents and stakeholders for leaving their businesses and engagements to attend the rally, describing their turnout as a demonstration of trust and partnership.
The event ended with renewed calls for unity, peace, and massive support for the APC and Hon. Aderemi Abas Oseni’s senatorial ambition.
Stakeholders described the Akere engagement as a strategic consolidation of the APC’s grassroots base in Ibadan and a clear signal of the party’s readiness for 2027. With a record of delivering over 7,000 solar lights, 31 transformers, 5+ schools, 2,900 exam sponsorships, 80 youth million-naira grants, and 150 jobs, coupled with direct financial support to community groups, Hon. Oseni’s profile continues to resonate strongly with voters across ethnic and religious divides.
As the 2027 election cycle approaches, the endorsement and renewed commitment from Akere stakeholders is expected to further strengthen the APC’s position in Oyo South Senatorial District.
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