The ruling party, All Progressive Congress (APC) after so many hurdles finally held a national convention yesterday Saturday, 26th Of March, 2022 in Abuja.
The convention was well attended by bigwigs of the party and didn’t end till late hours of the night when the election for new national executives was held.
There have been many opinions about the convention of the ruling party but most prominent of them all was the prophecy of Primate Elijah Ayodele which caught the attention of the ruling party, the opposition party and the citizens of Nigeria as a whole.
Primate Ayodele doesn’t need any introduction when it comes to prophecy, he is known for talking about virtually every sector of the society and politics is one of them. Long before the APC crisis began, the man of God had warned that the party would have issues before 2023. Even when Mai Mala Buni was appointed as the caretaker committee chairman, Primate Ayodele made it known that he foresees a gang-up against him, this came to pass few weeks ago when an attempt to forcefully remove him was carried out successfully but was overturned following the intervention of President Muhammadu Buhari.
When APC proposed to hold a national convention last year, Primate Ayodele told the party that the convention would be postponed and it happened. Again they came up with the idea that it will be held at the beginning of the year, the man of God still said it won’t hold, it happened again. When another date which was March 26 was proposed, Primate Ayodele made another set of shocking revelations that will happen during the convention.
His first revelation on the convention dates back to 15th Of March, 2022 and he warned the party to be careful if not the convention will cause more crisis in the party. He spoke on the selection of the new national chairman, revealing that some ‘cabal’ will be responsible for it.
These were his words
‘’ The APC Must be careful in its forthcoming convention because it will break the party if they don’t put things in order. Buni will not see the mercy of some people and the governors must be careful because putting somethings together will still cause crisis in the party ‘’
‘’So many factors will determine the next APC National chairman, two major politicians will be in the contest and President Buhari’s decision will be directed by the cabals. The cabals will pick the next chairman of the APC and the presidential candidate.’’ (https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2022/03/15/primate-ayodele-releases-fresh-prophecies-on-apc-convention-pdp/)
In another prophecy which was released two days before the convention, Primate Ayodele made another revelation about the national convention of the ruling party which seemed impossible. This time around, he spoke on what will happen during the convention.
These were his words
‘’The cabal will scale through with their plans in the national convention, let the leaders watch against violence. The convention will come through in a surprising way, there will be a lot of game-changers in the convention and it will end some political characters in the APC.’’
‘’Some will be angry, some will angrily leave the convention ground due to the embarrassment they will witness.’’
‘’The fact still remains that the cabal will succeed in selecting the national chairman of the APC. The game plan will change at the centre. Some people who want to contest for the 2023 presidency within the party will be affected by the result of the convention. The convention will bring about issues in the party and some bigwigs will be fizzled out in the party as a result of this. (https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2022/03/23/apc-convention-will-end-in-a-surprising-manner-primate-ayodele/)
Taking a look at these prophecies, four major things were prominent and they include cabal’s success in choosing the next chairman, surprising end of the convention, anger/embarrassment, issues within the party.
Following the outcome of the national convention yesterday, these four major things prophesied by the man of God conveniently came to pass.
On Cabal’s success in choosing the next chairman, it would be recalled that the APC governors kicked against a consensus candidate for the national chairman of the party. Abdullahi Adamu was proposed to be the consensus candidate as he had the backing of President Buhari. It is also worthy of being noted that President Buhari isn’t solely behind the choice of Adamu, it was a joint decision of some people who proposed him to the president. Of course, they were not the governors, they were certainly the inner caucus of the administration and could be referred to as ‘Cabals’. Their plans to install Adamu as the chairman of the party scaled through, fulfilling Primate Ayodele’s prophecy.
On the surprising end of the convention, delegates had stormed the venue of the convention so they could vote for their choices but surprisingly, there was a last minute change that resulted in consensus candidates for all the positions. Of course, delegates were astonished with the way the event turned out to be, fulfilling Primate Ayodele’s prophecy.
On embarrassment and anger in the convention, indeed these words are an understatement compared to what happened at the tail end of the convention yesterday. There was mild drama yesterday when some aspirants disagreed to step down for any consensus candidate, it even resulted into a fight on stage. The likes of Mrs Mary Okpe, Hon Nduka, Dada Oluwasegun, Adebayo Shittu, others openly declared their rejection of consensus candidates. Hon Nduka was quoted saying he will not step down for someone who just came into the party three months ago. Dada Oluwasegun who aspired to be the national youth leader cried on stage before walking out while he was forced to say he has stepped down from the race. These all fulfilled Primate Ayodele’s prophecy.
On creating issues within the party, to be factual, the issues the convention has created within the party will not go down any time soon. There are a lot of aggrieved people within the party already and except a divine intervention occurs, Primate Ayodele’s prophecy on the breakage of the party after the convention will come to pass.
The Lead Visioner of the Lagos4Lagos Movement and former governorship Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Lagos State, Dr. Olajide Adediran, JANDOR, has commiserated with the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, on the passing of his wife.
Mrs. Ebunoluwa Esther Ojelabi, the wife of the party State Chairman was announced dead on Monday.
A statement issued on Tuesday by Gbenga Ogunleye, said Adediran described the passing away of Mrs Ojelabi as very sad and painful.
He prayed that God will grant the APC Chairman and his family, the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.
“At this sad moment, my thoughts and prayers are with the family of our party State Chairman and the entire Ojelabi dynasty.
The loss of a loved one, especially a spouse, is an indescribable pain. I pray that God grants the family the strength to bear this loss and may her gentle soul rest in peace” he said.
JANDOR Splashes N100 Million on distribution of Rice to APC Executives Across all wards and 57 LGA/ LCDAs for Sallah Celebration
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In the spirit of the Sallah celebration and his continued commitment to supporting the people, Dr. Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran (JANDOR) has once again demonstrated his love for his party by distributing over 6,000 bags of rice to All Progressives Congress (APC) party executives from the wards to the State, across the 57 Local Government Areas (LGAs) and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) in Lagos State.
This generous gesture is part of JANDOR’s long-standing tradition of philanthropy and extension of love to party managers and faithfuls especially during festive periods. His latest intervention reflects his unwavering resolve to prioritize the welfare of the people, fostering a sense of unity and shared prosperity.
It could be recalled that on Monday 23rd December 2024, Dr. Adediran held a Christmas get together at his campaign office where thousands of party faithfuls were gifted with bags of Rice and financial support to celebrate the yuletide.
Hundreds of political associates who were in attendance were equally provided with gifts in the spirit of the season.
Earlier in July, August and September 2024, JANDOR gifted over 300 political associates cash support and donated 5 vehicles for hailing business (Uber) to political supporters, set up a block industry for someone in Epe and assisted physical-challenged with an electric wheelchair among several other forms of assistSpeaking on the initiative, JANDOR reiterated his belief in the power of community support. “The Sallah celebration is a time for reflection, unity, and sharing with those around us. I remain dedicated to the well-being of the people and will continue to contribute to their progress and happiness,” he stated.
Muslim clerics have tasked politicians to tone down on their desperation for power by all means, at the 34th Sheikh Sadallah AbdulSalam Olumoh Jokogbowo Ramadan lecture series in Ajeromi Ifelodun federal constituency on Sunday.
The guest lecturer Sheikh Ahmod Anofi Al-Mubarak who spoke extensively on the topic: “Destiny” at the Ramadan lecture organized by Honourable Lukmon Sa’ad Olumoh the member representing Ajeromi Ifelodun constituency 1 at the Lagos State House of Assembly, counselled all public office holders and intending aspirants not to see the race as a do-or-die-affair but to always succumb to the will of God in all their cravings.
Sheikh Al-Mubarak also declared that, “Conspiracy remains the root of all political issues, we ought to succumb to what destiny has in stock for us, especially that which is orchestrated by Allah because there is nothing, we can do about it.
“Try to consult God through prayers and whatever he has destined don’t influence anything in the contrary.
“You politicians are fond of doing that, having tried to attain a height repeatedly in politics without much success, you would not accept what destiny has tossed your way, you often try to force it, this most times end up badly”.
The cleric further admonished them to always create time for those who had supported their cause in time past, with the understanding that God loves one who is just in his or her dealings with his fellow human being.
Hon. Olumoh in a chat with newsmen also expressed the importance of the Ramadan lecture held in memory of his late father, stressing that the essence of the period is forgiveness and charity.
“This is the 34th edition and we are practising what the period is meant for- the spirit of forgiveness and giving.
“Today we have empowered over a thousand people with cash of ten thousand naira each, ten people will be given generators, also we will be giving grinding machines and hair dryers to some of our constituents.
“It could not be displayed because of the crowd but it will be distributed as we move on.
“Also, here we have a dedicated party member who we have given a motorbike this is coming as a reward of his hard work and commitment to the cause of the party, we have tried to touch our party people and constituents at every point in time even during stakeholder’s meetings.
A stakeholder within the Ajeromi Ifelodun polity of Lagos State, who also doubles as a Governor Advisory Council (GAC) member Prince Rabiu Adio Oluwa hinted that every Muslims should endeavour to take seriously the teachings of the holy prophet, while adding that the words of the prophet remain a guiding light for our day to day living.
“It is a source of inspiration to all, bringing them closer to Allah. I earlier corrected an impression here that the word of Allah is key, though money is important too. So, with that correction taken and some adjustments made it is a good gathering.”
Speaking to the lecture Olumoh hinted that: “As a Muslim we all believe in destiny, as dictated by Allah that we all believe in what we have destined.
“Rome wasn’t built in a day and for you to become somebody you must work towards achieving it.
“I didn’t come to the House of Assembly by Accident I have tried severally, to be a member of the House of Assembly since 2011and eventually I came in 2019 because it was destined for me to be there.
“I was persistent in my request for me to become a representative of my people so.
“I was well prepared for it to ensure that they get the dividend of democracy so, I believe in destiny and that whatever comes to you positive or negative is from almighty Allah.
“We ought to pray for Allah to give us what will benefit us in life and that is good destiny.
Olumoh further counselled constituents to keep hope alive stressing that things will take shape very soon given the well piloted reforms and economic policies of the Tinubu led government.
“My plea to the constituents is to be patient with the government it will go round, the economy might be what it is yesterday but we can now see the difference of the reforms initiated by our President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
“Prices of fuel is going down likewise that of foodstuff, so we know that we are getting there gradually, restructuring is taking effect and I am very sure we would all benefit by the special grace of God.”
The incumbent federal House of Reps members Hon. Paul Kalejaiye was also present at the Ramadan lecture.
A former Federal House of Representatives member Hon. Kolawole Taiwo however commended the lawmaker for keeping up with the culture breast taped by his late father Muslim cleric, adding that he had contributed immensely to developmental strides in the constituency.
Colleagues of Honourable Olumoh present at the lecture includes: Hon Noheem Adams (Eti-Osa 1) and Hon. Nureni Akinsanya (Mushin 1) who took turn to harp on the importance of the gathering stressing that Nigeria and Lagos state needs prayer to ensure stainable peace and development across all facets of live.
His Royal Majesty Oba Atanda Amore Tijani Oluwa Apapa kingdom Ajeromi also lend his voice on the impact of Ramadan, “It teaches us how to live amongst ourselves in peace.
The essence of the month of Ramadan is to revive our soul towards the ways of Allah.”
The council chairman of Ajeromi Ifelodun local government Hon. Fatai Ayoola was quick to add that being our brother’s keeper and deviating from all forms of vices, is the essence of the month.
“You have to appreciate your neighbours be in good terms with them and give assistance to the needy. This is a yearly thing that Olumoh kept running the way he met it with those who have been to the House of Assembly before him.
“We all should be prayerful and expect the best from this polity.”
In the words of Okeowo the Chairman of Ifelodun LCDA it is a time to put everything aside in reverence of Allah, he urged people in the locality to embrace peace at all times and to worship God in spirit and truth.