Alhaji Sakariyau Layonu was never banished from Ede with Oro - Osun Voters League

 

ALHAJI SAKARIYAU LAYONU WAS NEVER BANISHED FROM EDE WITH ORO - OSUN VOTERS LEAGUE

 

Osun Voters League has condemned a video claiming that Alhaji Sakariyau Layonu was banished from Ede with Oro. This is a false claim and we are issuing this press release to set the record straight.

Alhaji (Chief) Hon. Saka Layonu was a well-respected member of the Ede community and an active participant in the development and growth of the town for many years. He contributed significantly to the growth of the town through his philanthropic activities and community service.

The Ede community has no record of Alhaji (Chief) Hon. Saka Layonu ever being banished. This is a baseless and false claim that has no basis in fact. It is an attempt to tarnish the reputation of Dr. Ismail Abiodun Layonu and his family.

The Ede community has always been one that values unity, respect, and brotherhood. The members of the community have always worked together to achieve their goals and to make the town a better place for everyone.

During his lifetime, Alhaji (Chief) Hon. Saka Layonu was a voice of reason in the community and always sought to bring people together to achieve common goals. He was never involved in any activity that would warrant his banishment from the town.

It is important to note that the person making these false claims in the video has no credible basis for her statements. Her actions are clearly motivated by a desire to cause harm to Dr. Ismail Abiodun Layonu and his family.

During his lifetime, Alhaji (Chief) Hon. Saka Layonu was a law-abiding citizen who contributed positively to the development of the Ede community. The false claims made in the video do not reflect the true character of Alhaji Sakariyau Layonu or his family.

We call on all members of the Ede community to ignore this false video and to continue to work together to build a better community for all. The community should not allow itself to be divided by the false and baseless claims made by an individual who was paid to tarnish the reputation of Dr. Ismail Abiodun Layonu.

We also call on the relevant authorities to take appropriate action against the individual who made these false claims. Her actions are unacceptable and do not reflect the values of the Ede community.

Finally, the claims made in the video that Alhaji (Chief) Hon. Saka Layonu was banished from Ede with Oro are false and baseless. The Ede community stands behind Alhaji (Chief) Hon. Saka Layonu and his family and will continue to work together to build a better community for all.

To read more about his life and times, click on this link: https://osunvotersleague.blogspot.com/2023/02/all-you-need-to-know-about-alhaji-chief.html

Wole Adedoyin

Coordinator

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All you need to know About Alhaji (Chief) Hon. Saka Layonu

 

ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT ALHAJI (CHIEF) HON. SAKA LAYONU

 

The late Alhaji (Chief) Hon. Saka Layonu was among the few budding politicians that rose to fame immediately after Nigeria attained its independence from the British Colonial Masters in 1960. His political career began in Abeokuta Grammar School, Abeokuta, his alma mater, when he was made the Secretary of the Zikist Movement, a nationalist group in the vanguard for Nigeria's independence. 

 

In the elections that ushered in Nigeria as a parliamentary entity modeled after Westminster democracy, Chief Layonu was elected into the hallowed chamber of the Western Region Parliament as a Honourable Member representing Ede-Ejigbo North Constituency from 1960-1966.

 

Chief Layonu had also held political positions which boosted his clout as a formidable grassroots politician in Osun Division of Western Nigeria. He served as the Political Officer of the defunct National Council of Nigeria Citizens (NCNC). His party, the NCNC, again presented him as a candidate for election into Ede District Council Chairmanship election in 1962. Chief Saka Layonu was overwhelmingly elected and became the Chairman of Ede District Council.

 

The late sage, Chief Obafemi Awolowo, National President of the defunct Action Group (AG) having  discovered Hon. Layonu as a politician with  intimidating 'electoral  credentials' personally invited him to AG and appointed him as the AG Zonal Secretary (Osun Division) .

 

In 1963, Hon. Saka Layonu was appointed as the Minister of Economic Planning and Community Development by  Chief Samuel Ladoke Akintola the then Premier of Western Region. In the following year, he was redeployed to the Ministry of Chieftaincy Affairs as a Minister. He thus became the first illustrious son of Ede to appear in the 'World Map of Nigerian  Politics' in the First Republic.

 

Alhaji Saka Layonu who also doubled as the Otun Are Omo Timi of Edeland and Agba-Akin of Ido Osun used his vintage position to bring good governance and dividends of democracy to the people of Osun generally, regardless of their  social,  political and economic leanings. Indeed, the truth must be told that Chief Layonu was a moving spirit behind the establishment  General Hospital, Ede and Cocoa Industries, Ede.

 

He also secured Government Scholarships for brilliant but indigent students of Ede origin and others to study in higher institutions of learning in Nigeria and abroad.

 

Chief Layonu was indeed, an astute politician with a strong political base. He was a founding member of the defunct Nigeria National Democratic Party (NNDP). He was an executive member of the erstwhile Nigeria National Alliance (NNA) during the First Republic. He was a founding member of defunct Nigeria People's Party (NPP). He was a founding member and national scribe of the Great Nigeria Peoples Party (GNPP) and Governorship flag bearer of the party in the old Oyo State in the 1983 polls. He was also  a member of Nigerian Political Observers Group for the United States of America Elections in 1982.

Chief Layonu was genuinely  involved in the agitation for states creation that he was made the Secretary of the Central Yoruba State Movement in 1975. He was appointed by former President of Nigeria, Alhaji Shehu Shagari, as member, Presidential Committee on States Creation in 1982.

 

Chief Layonu was a Honorary Citizen of Shelby County, Tennessee USA. He was a caring  family man who was blessed with many children.

 

 

Osun Voters League condemns sponsored protest against Dr. Ismail Abiodun Saka Layonu in Ede

 

OSUN VOTERS LEAGUE CONDEMNS SPONSORED PROTEST AGAINST DR. ISMAIL ABIODUN SAKA LAYONU IN EDE

 

The Osun Voters League (OVL) has issued a statement condemning the recent protest that was held against Dr. Ismail Abiodun Saka Layonu in Ede, Osun State. The protesters had accused Dr. Layonu of being one of the legal counsels of the All Progressives Congress (APC), who they believe played a key role in upturning the victory of Senator Demola Adeleke at the Tribunal.

This was contained in a release signed by the Coordinator of the Club, Wole Adedoyin in Ilesha on Friday.

In its statement, the OVL expressed its disappointment and frustration over the targeted attack against Dr. Layonu, and called for the immediate cessation of all forms of violence, intimidation, and harassment against legal practitioners and citizens who exercise their constitutional rights. The OVL noted that the role of lawyers in any democracy is to provide legal advice and representation to clients, regardless of their political affiliations.

The Osun Voters League, in its statement, described the protest as a political maneuver aimed at tarnishing the reputation of Layonu and discrediting his efforts towards the development of Ede and Osun State. The league stated that Layonu has been a strong advocate for community development, and has made significant contributions towards improving the living standards of residents in Ede and Osun State.

The league went on to call on the public to disregard the false allegations against Dr. Ismail Abiodun Saka Layonu, and urged the sponsors of the protest to focus their efforts on promoting peace and unity in Ede. The league also called on the police to investigate the protest, and bring to justice those found to be behind the sponsored protest.

The OVL further noted that Dr. Layonu is a highly respected legal practitioner who has served the people of Osun State with distinction. He has contributed significantly to the development of the legal profession, and has always maintained a high level of professionalism, integrity, and impartiality in the discharge of his duties.

The OVL expressed its concern over the rising trend of violent attacks against legal practitioners in Nigeria, and called on the relevant authorities to take steps to protect the rights and safety of all citizens, including lawyers. The OVL stated that any attack against lawyers is a direct attack on the rule of law and the independence of the judiciary, and must be condemned in the strongest possible terms.

The OVL also expressed its support for Dr. Layonu and all other legal practitioners who have been targeted in similar attacks, and called on the Nigerian Bar Association and other relevant legal bodies to take swift action to protect the rights and safety of its members. The OVL stated that the rights of legal practitioners must be protected at all times, as they play a critical role in ensuring that justice is served and the rule of law is maintained.

The OVL emphasized that the protest against Dr. Layonu is a clear indication of the growing trend of violence and intolerance in Osun State, and called on all Nigerians to reject such tendencies and promote peace, unity, and understanding. The OVL stated that as a responsible organization, it will continue to advocate for the rule of law, respect for human rights, and the protection of the independence of the judiciary.

The OVL also called on the relevant authorities to thoroughly investigate the circumstances surrounding the protest, and bring to justice those who were responsible for inciting violence and spreading false information. The OVL stated that it is important for the government to take decisive action to restore the rule of law and promote peace and stability in the country.

The OVL concluded its statement by expressing its commitment to working with all relevant stakeholders to promote peace, justice, and democracy in Osun State. The OVL stated that it will continue to monitor developments in the country, and take all necessary steps to protect the rights and safety of its members and all citizens of Nigeria.