First Year Anniversary: APGA Osun Highlights Achievements

FIRST YEAR ANNIVERSARY: APGA OSUN HIGHLIGHTS ACHIEVEMENTS

 

The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) Osun State chapter has marked its first year in office by unveiling a series of significant accomplishments. The current executive committee, led by Mr. Wole Adedoyin, assumed office on May 31, 2023. Under Adedoyin's leadership, the party has demonstrated notable progress and a strong commitment to enhancing its presence and effectiveness in the state.

Here are some key achievements of APGA Osun in the past year:

EMPOWERING WOMEN'S PARTICIPATION IN POLITICS:

1. CONSULTATIVE MEETING ON WOMEN'S POLITICAL PARTICIPATION:

On March 26, 2024, APGA Osun nominated four members for a two-day consultative meeting organized by the Hope for Family Development Initiative (HFDI). This initiative, part of the project “Advancing Women's Political Participation Through Female Elected Candidates in South West Nigeria” funded by the Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen, Germany, aimed at boosting women's involvement in politics. The nominees included the Deputy Chairman, Women Leader, Financial Secretary, and Vice Chairman 3.

2. 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. Participants included Mrs. Gloria Bukky Ademola, Mrs. Wuraola Ajao, Mrs. Jayeoba Busayo Deborah, and Mrs. Dunmade Adejoke Wuraola, who all received certificates of completion.

INAUGURATION AND OUTREACH:

Following their inauguration on May 23, 2023, APGA Osun initiated outreach efforts by contacting key stakeholders, including the Osun State Commissioner of Police, Director of DSS, Osun State Commandant of the NSCDC, National Orientation Agency, and Chairman of the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC). This was aimed at establishing partnerships for future electoral activities.

MEMBERSHIP AUDIT COMMITTEE:

The party formed a Membership Audit Committee to strengthen its membership base and attract new members, with Mr. Gbadebo Adekunle as Chairman. However, due to inactivity, the committee was dissolved after ten months and will be reconstituted to manage the digital membership registration process.

ONLINE PRESENCE AND COMMUNICATION:

1.       Mini-Website Launch: To enhance communication, APGA Osun launched a mini-website at www.apgaosun.blogspot.com, providing a platform for updates and information dissemination.

2. DRIVE Project Support: Aligned with the vision of National Chairman Barr. Sly Ezeokenwa, a dedicated website for the DRIVE project was created at www.projectdriveapga.blogspot.com, demonstrating commitment to party repositioning.
3. Newsletter Publication: The party published the first edition of its newsletter, "The Cockerel," in both hardcopy and online formats, available at www.apganewsonline.blogspot.com.
4. Social Media Engagement: APGA Osun established accounts on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Threads to connect with a broader audience and enhance public engagement.

STATE WORKING COMMITTEE MEETINGS:

APGA Osun held six State Working Committee meetings over the year, discussing important issues and making strategic decisions. Communiqués were issued after each meeting to outline key outcomes.

SEND FORTH CEREMONY:

The party participated in the send-forth ceremony for the former National Vice Chairman (Southwest), Deacon Samson Olalere, on July 15, 2023, in Ibadan, reflecting solidarity with party leaders and members.

NATIONAL MEETING ATTENDANCE:

On September 21, 2023, State Chairman Wole Adedoyin attended the 1st APGA State Chairmen meeting in Abuja. Presided over by National Chairman Barr. Sly Ezeokenwa, the meeting focused on strategic discussions and collaboration among state chapters.

These achievements reflect APGA Osun's dedication to transparency, inclusivity, and effective governance, positioning the party as a strong force in Osun State politics. The leadership remains committed to building on these accomplishments and laying a stronger foundation for future endeavors.