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It was a moment of excitement and political significance at the Ibadan North Local Government PDP meeting held at Yemetu yesterday, as Hon. Matthew Alani Oyeniyi formally declared his intention to contest for the Ibadan North Federal Constituency seat in the forthcoming bye-election under the People’s Democratic Party (PDP).
Hon. Matthew Alani Oyeniyi, a former councilor representing Ward 12 during the tenure of Hon. Demola Omotoso as Executive Chairman of Ibadan North, was given a rousing welcome as he arrived at the venue alongside the Executive Chairman of Ibadan North Local Government, Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade.
The meeting was attended by top Elected representatives, State Appointees, Councilors, Supervisory Councilors, Special assistants, PDP leaders, party faithful, and political stakeholders who came to witness his declaration.
In his address, Hon. Demola Omotoso, chairman Oyo state housing corporation expressed confidence in Hon. Matthew Alani Oyeniyi’s capabilities, recalling his impressive performance as a councilor.
He commended him for his dedication and urged party members to support whoever emerges as the party’s candidate for the bye-election.
Hon. Adebayo Babajide Gabriel, the House of Assembly member representing Ibadan North Constituency 2, also welcomed Oyeniyi’s declaration, emphasizing the importance of party unity in the forthcoming election.
Similarly, Hon. Olufunke Comforter, representing Ibadan North Constituency 1, urged members to work tirelessly to secure victory for PDP, noting that the party has not held the federal constituency seat since 2011.
Speaking at the event, the Chairman of the Oyo State Youth Development Agency, Hon. Adebowale Falana, expressed strong optimism about PDP’s chances in the bye-election.
He assured members that the party is well-positioned for victory and pledged adequate support for all 12 wards in Ibadan North.
Also present was the Executive Chairman of Lagelu Local Government, Hon. Kamorudeen Mudashiru, who welcomed Hon. Oyeniyi’s ambition and encouraged members to rally behind whoever emerges as the PDP candidate.
The Oyo State PDP Youth Leader and Acting Publicity Secretary, Hon. Michael Ogunsina, praised the party’s unity and turnout at the meeting.
He dismissed speculations of a cordial relationship between Governor Seyi Makinde and the opposition APC, labeling the ruling party as an “evil party” while affirming PDP’s commitment to a fair and peaceful election.
Addressing the gathering, Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade, the Executive Chairman of Ibadan North Local Government, thanked members for warmly receiving Hon. Oyeniyi.
He highlighted the significance of the meeting, as it coincided with the end-of-year and beginning-of-year PDP gathering.
Hon. Oyeniyi, in a show of goodwill, donated ₦100,000 to each of the 12 wards,₦100,000 to the local government executives, and ₦200,000 to PDP leaders. Additionally, his friends contributed ₦700,000 in support of his ambition.
In his speech, Hon. Matthew Alani Oyeniyi expressed gratitude to party leaders and members for their presence and support. He reaffirmed his dedication to the development of Ibadan North Federal Constituency, promising to bring positive change if elected.
However, he emphasized his commitment to party unity, pledging to support whoever emerges as PDP’s candidate in the bye-election.
With strong backing from party leaders and stakeholders, the Ibadan North Federal Constituency bye-election is set to be a defining moment for PDP as it seeks to reclaim the seat.
