Youths in the All Progressives Congress (APC), under the aegis of the Coalition of Kwara State Progressive Youth, have endorsed the lawmaker representing Ekiti/Oke-Ero/Irepodun/Isin federal constituency, Hon. Abdulraheem Tunji Olawuyi, as Speaker of the 10th National Assembly.
It is recalled that Hon. Olawuyi, also known as Ajuloopin, is one of the federal legislators, who had declared their intentions to run for the office of Speakership in the federal House of Representatives.
Speaking with journalists in Ilorin on Wednesday, members of the group led by Aina Babatunde Elijah aka T.money, said that Hon. Olawuyi is the best choice for the position, "especially at a time like this when our democracy needs a total overhauling to address present reality in an all-encompassing way"
The people, who said that Nigeria is presently characterized by insecurity, unemployment, religious and ethnic rivalries, economic instability and youth unrest, added that the country needs a Speaker, who understands the legislative practices which must be in tandem with what is needed for thorough legislation and national advancement.
"May I say with emphasis, vast Nigerian electorates have done well by electing All Progressives Congress (APC) at various levels this has been done on the basis of good faith. We want to assure teeming Nigerian people that the impact of this administration shall be felt onward as the masses betterment remain a core part of the progressive mandate.
"Therefore, the next leadership of National Assembly is very important towards actualizing the mantra of "Renewed Hope" as coined in the blueprint of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, President Elect Federal Republic of Nigeria.
"As a youthful coalition, we have beamed our searchlights to see who is the best person to lead the Federal House of Representatives 10th National Assembly, and today we have spotted a rare gem and a proponent of good governance in person of Hon Hon Abdulraheem Tunji Olawuyi, Representing Ekiti/Isin/Irepodun/Oke-Ero federal constituency.
"He is a dignified personality who understands the yearnngs and aspiration of common man, a grassroot politician with clear understanding of what governance entails in all it forms and ramifications and this we have seen him done passionately over the years.
"The overwhelming support he enjoys at the grassroots is traceable to his humility and love for all regardless of tribe and religious affiliation. He is a man loved by all and sundry.
"His official declaration of interest held on 4th April, 2023 was a humbling event as leaders and critical stakeholders from his federal constituency and other part of the country graced the event, renowned opposition leaders from his constituency attended the mind-blowing event; this is unprecedented in history.
"Going forward, his achievements as a Federal House of Representative member are convincing enough to justify his candidature as the best. His special interventions such as Agricultural support, IT training and empowerment, health outreaches, youth empowerment, scholarship program, facilitating township road etc.
"Without mincing words, it is certain that Hon Abdulraheem Tunji Olawuyi will be a bridge between the young and the old and also oversea the promulgation of bills and acts to deepen our democracy and also birth the desired changes for the betterment of downtrodden.
In clear term, his wealth of experience as a businessman cum politician who specialize in the legislative business are qualities that distinguishes him and as well place him ahead of others.
"Conclusively, we call on the leadership of All Progressive Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu President Elect, all Federal House of Representative Members both returning and newly elected, opinion moulders and the good people of Nigeria to support the candidature of Hon. Abdulraheem Tunji Olawuyi as the next Speaker of Federal House of Representatives, Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.
This shall be the beginning of a new dawn in the utmost interest of all and sundry in Nigeria society.
The group said the maiden press conference is in tandem with what is needed at this critical moment in the utmost interest of our national life and advancement of nascent democracy as we are approaching a new transition year.
This gathering is the convergence of like-minds who are ready to make history by toeing the just path at a time like this. Martin Luther King said, "Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter".
In our history of nationhood, we have witnessed the good and bad, ugly and beautiful, straight and crooked by in all we remain very strong and formidable under the same common sovereignty.
Although tribes and tongues may differ, but our patriarchs gave everything to sustain this democracy of ours even to the point their lives.
It's important we appreciate the good people of Nigeria who turned out in number to cast their votes on 25th February, 2023 in favour of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed and Kasim Shettima presidency, while also commending the good people of Kwara State for re-electing Mallam Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, "The Uncommon Liberator" and architect of modern Kwara.
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