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APC, Accord, PDP Leaders Feature In Osun Tinubu Campaign Council

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October 21, 2026

As the sun sets on 2023, the Justice, Development, and Peace Movement (JDPM) of the Catholic Diocese of Oyo, is poised to host its much-anticipated 2023 Annual Farmers’ Forum. Purposed to revolutionise the agribusiness landscape with a focus on innovation, expertise, and economic empowerment, this year’s Annual Farmers’ Forum is themed “Towards Effective Proficiency in Agribusiness”. The forum is organised by the Rural Development Programme (RUDEP), a pivotal department under JDPM, which serves as the social arm of the Catholic Diocese of Oyo. Set to unfold on December 14, 2023, at the JDPM office, opposite Ajiga filling station, Mabolaje road, Oyo town, the event promises a congregation of farmers, agriculturists, agricultural enthusiasts, stakeholders, and others alike. A release from the JDPM office, jointly signed by the Programme Manager of RUDEP, Anthony Ogunnupebi, and the Chairman of the Planning Committee, Aseyori Adeniyi, revealed the grand aspirations of this year’s forum. The overarching goal of the occasion is to bridge the gap between stakeholders in the agriculture sector and hardworking farmers by creating a platform for the exchange of knowledge, showcasing agricultural produce and innovations, and disseminating pertinent information on agribusiness. With the theme “Towards Effective Proficiency in Agribusiness”, the forum underscores the importance of honing skills and embracing modern methodologies to bolster agricultural and economic development. It further serves as a nexus for fostering collaboration, encouraging dialogue, and ultimately contributing to the imperative of ensuring food security. As the curtains rise on this agricultural spectacle, it beckons participants to immerse themselves in a day brimming with insights, advancements, and opportunities, cultivating a harvest of progress and prosperity for the agricultural community in Oyo State. Justice, Development and Peace Movement (JDPM) of the Catholic Diocese of Oyo is a faith-based, non-profit and non-governmental organisation, which was established to cater for all people, with emphasis on the poor and the vulnerable, irrespective of religion, race, age or gender.

The Osun State chapter of the Tinubu Presidential Campaign Council is set to be inaugurated on Thursday, October 22, with prominent political figures from the All Progressives Congress (APC), Accord and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) listed as members.

The inauguration is scheduled for 12 noon at the Oasis Event Centre, Osogbo, according to a statement issued on Tuesday by Mallam Olawale Rasheed, spokesperson to the state coordinator.

The statement named Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, as the coordinator of the council, which is expected to bring together serving and former political office holders, party executives and other stakeholders from across the state.

The proposed structure features prominent APC chieftains, including former Osun State Governor Gboyega Oyetola, former interim national chairman of the APC, Chief Bisi Akande, former Senate spokesperson Ajibola Basiru, former senator Iyiola Omisore and former Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola.

Other APC figures listed include former Osun State governorship candidate Bola Oyebamiji, former senators Jide Omoworare and Sola Adeyeye, as well as members of the National Assembly and state party executives.

The council’s proposed membership also includes serving and former federal lawmakers, former members of the Osun State House of Assembly and local government chairpersons.

The Accord and PDP blocs feature several political leaders and office holders, including Professor Wale Oladipo, Prince Kola Adewusi, former deputy governor Benedict Alabi, Senator Lere Oyewumi, House of Representatives member Bamidele Salam and other serving and former public office holders.

Also listed are Accord National Assembly candidates, including Ganiyu Olaoluwa, Ibukun Fadipe, Pelumi Olajengbesi, Ibrahim Popoola and Oluwatosin Eluwole.

The proposed council’s structure reflects an attempt to assemble political stakeholders across party lines in support of President Bola Tinubu’s campaign.

The inclusion of serving and former lawmakers, party leaders and grassroots political figures is expected to provide a broad organisational base for the campaign in the state.

The statement did not provide further details on the council’s operational arrangements or the specific responsibilities assigned to its various members.

The inauguration is expected to formally unveil the Osun State campaign structure and bring its listed members together ahead of the activities planned by the council.