WOLE ADEDOYIN EMERGES CHAIRMAN AS APGA OSUN ELECTS NEW EXCO
In Osun State, the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has announced the appointment of a new executive committee, with Wole Adedoyin assuming the role of Chairman. This development follows the successful State Congress held in Osogbo, the capital of Osun State.
Wole Adedoyin brings a wealth of experience and a strong dedication to public service, having previously served as the National Publicity Secretary of the Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA), President of the Society of Young Nigerian Writers (SYNW) and the 2018 Governorship candidate of the Hope Democratic Party in Osun State. His appointment as Chairman signifies a new era of leadership and strategic vision for APGA in Osun State.
The State Congress demonstrated APGA's commitment to democratic processes and grassroots participation, characterized by transparency and inclusivity. The election of the new executive committee reflects a collective determination to advance APGA's objectives and promote the interests of the people of Osun State.
Joining Wole Adedoyin, a capable team of officers has been elected to support the party's goals. The newly elected officers include Mr. Abimbola Bode (Elite) as State Vice Chairman 1, Mr. Gbadebo Adekunle as State Vice Chairman II, and Mr. Olapade Victor Olajide as State Vice Chairman III. The committee also comprises Mr. Ishaq Oludare Abdulsalam as State Secretary, Mr. Ajao Ibrahim Olalekan as Assistant State Secretary, and Mrs. Dunmade Ajoke Wuraola as State Treasurer, among others.
The executive committee is composed of individuals who bring diverse skills and perspectives to their roles. Their collective expertise and dedication to APGA's principles will undoubtedly contribute to the party's growth and success in Osun State. The committee is committed to working tirelessly towards advancing good governance, transparency, and inclusivity.
Mr. Julius Oyedele Oyedotun has been appointed as State Publicity Secretary, supported by Mr. Segun Oluwaseyitan as Assistant State Publicity Secretary. Mr. Taiwo Abiodun Emmanuel assumes the position of State Welfare Secretary, assisted by Mr. Adegoke Quadri as Assistant Welfare Secretary. Other notable appointments include Mr. Adewumi Olatunji as State Organizing Secretary, Prince Ezekiel Ilori as Assistant State Organizing Secretary, and Mr. Kayode Adetiba as State Youth Leader.
The newly elected executive committee expresses its gratitude to APGA members in Osun State for their unwavering support and trust. They are committed to upholding the highest standards of transparency, accountability, and dedication as they steer the party forward. The committee is determined to strengthen APGA's grassroots presence and engage meaningfully with the people of Osun State.
Furthermore, the APGA State Congress appointed Barrister A. Eyinade as the State Legal Adviser, Mr. Olofinewa Samuel as Assistant Legal Adviser, Mr. Solomon Adebayo as State Youth and Disability Leader, and Miss Zainab Adeyemi as Assistant State Youth and Disability Leader. Additionally, Alh. Abdulwaheed Adeoye Zakariyau, Mrs. Taiwo Adedotun, and Pastor Dayo Adesida have been elected as State Ex-Officio members.
The newly elected executive committee eagerly looks forward to collaborating with party members, stakeholders, and the people of Osun State in building a prosperous future for all. They remain steadfast in their commitment to inclusive development, socioeconomic progress, and improved welfare for the citizens of Osun State.
Wole Adedoyin has had a varied political career, starting in 2004 as National Coordinator of the Good Governance Club and later the Conference of Young Nigerian Democrats. In 2009, he was appointed Ibadan North Chairman of the Progressive Action Congress (PAC) and later became State Publicity Secretary of the same party. In 2010, Adedoyin switched to the African Renaissance Party (ARP) as State Secretary before moving on to the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) and becoming State Secretary/Publicity Secretary. He was involved in the Coalition for a New Nigeria (CNN) in 2011, serving as the pioneer Secretary in Oyo State. He then became Oyo State Secretary of the Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) after the phase-out of the CNN. In the same year, he was appointed Chairman of the Peoples Mandate Party (PMP) in Oyo State.
After the PMP was deregistered, Adedoyin was appointed Organizing Secretary of an award ceremony organized by the Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) in honor of former Governor of Oyo State, HE Senator Isiaq Abiola Ajimobi. In 2013, he moved to the United Progressive Party (UPP) and became the foundation State Secretary of the party in Oyo State. Later that year, he joined the African Peoples Alliance party (APA) and emerged as the pioneer Oyo State Secretary of the Interparty Advisory Council (Oyo-IPAC) in 2014.
In 2015, Adedoyin represented APA at the National Interparty Youth Dialogues and later served as Osun State Chairman of the Hope Democratic Party (HDP). He was also the Coordinator of the Alliance of Collaborating Political Parties (ACPP) and served as Chairman of the Osun State Coalition of Progressive Political Parties (Osun COP3) and the Association of Progressive Political Parties, Osun State Chapter (Osun APPPS). In 2019, he was contracted by the former National President of the Interparty Advisory Council (IPAC), Chief Peter Ameh, to edit and publish the newly conceived electronic IPAC Monthly newsletter, "IPAC News."
Adedoyin also created the "IPAC Watchdog" platform to connect all the National Chairmen of the 91 registered political parties with their States Chairmen. This platform allowed them to share the latest news related to INEC, IPAC, Elections, Security, National Affairs, and more. He also added powerful people ranging from Commissioners of Police, Director of Civil Defense, INEC RECS, and others. He later created another similar platform, "National Focus," which focused only on national issues affecting the country.
Adedoyin made a bid for the Governorship candidacy of the Hope Democratic Party (HDP) in 2018. This placed him in the company of other popular candidates, including Senator Iyiola Omisore, Gov. Gboyega Oyetola, and former Osun State SSG, Hon. Moshood Adeoti. Adedoyin was quoted as saying that he believed the HDP was a unique political party.
Adedoyin has also been an attendee of the Emerging Political and Economic Leaders Summit in Abuja. This one-day event was organized in 2017 by the Emerging Political and Economic Leaders Summit, in conjunction with the Sorensen Institute for Political Leadership and the office of the Special Adviser to the President on Political Affairs. Adedoyin returned to the summit in 2018 for its second edition, which was organized by the same group in conjunction with the Harvard University Institute of Politics and the office of the Special Adviser to the President on Political Affairs.