HoR Member, Oyewo Commences Distribution of Ramadan Food Packages

The member representing Osogbo Federal constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Olubukola Oyewo has begun distribution of food items as Ramadan gifts to members of his constituency.

The gesture, according to  One of the party leaders at the flag off of the distribution, who preferred anonymity said," The food items are  targeted at further cushioning the biting effects of COVID19 occasioned by the lockdown directives by the State government.

"The distribution of the food items started few days ago throughout the four local governments of Osogbo Federal Constituency namely; Osogbo, Olorunda, Irepodun and Orolu Local Councils.

Speaking further, he recalled that the gesture had commenced as soon as the state government declared lockdown as part of measures aimed at curbing the spread of the COVID19 pandemic across the state of Osun.

While speaking to our correspondent, one of the aide to the lawmaker said, "The food distribution which  is targeted at giving succor and palliatives to the most vulnerable people across his federal constituency as well as mitigating the hardship on the people across Osogbo Federal constituency during these trying times."

He said that the current phase of the food distribution exercise aimed at supporting them as the entire Muslim Ummah began Ramadan exercise for this year, noting  that the gesture by the law-maker would serve as a gift for the season as well as further cushioning the effect of the lockdown.

He was of the opinion that the regular distribution of food items would further underscore Oyewo's commitment to the welfare and well-being of his constituents especially during this Holy month of Ramadan.

He assured that as many people as possible would be reached out to, including vulnerable persons, irrespective of political affiliations or religious differences.

Meanwhile It would be recalled that Hon Bukola Oyewo alongside all his colleagues in the Green Chamber (House of Representatives) had donated their salaries for the months of March and April to the Federal Government as their contribution towards the fight against the COVID19 pandemic which crept into the shores of Nigeria in February this year.

Ramadan: Bukoy Felicitates with Muslims, Charges Them On Piety, Sacrifice

The Member representing Irepodun/Olorunda/Orolu/Osogbo Federal constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Olubukola Oyewo has congratulated the Muslim faithfuls in his constituency and Nigeria as a whole over the Holy month of Ramadan

Oyewo in a statement he signed on Thursday enjoined the use of the month for sober and pious reflections and also re-dedication to the ideals of charity, sacrifice and faith. 

The lawmaker said, "The unusual circumstances of the Holy month this year offer us a golden opportunity to more solemnly seek the face of Allah, the Most beneficial, the most Merciful. We should therefore seize the opportunity to pray for the protection of our country and mankind in general against this plague and for a quick return to normal life.

"I also urge us to remember in our prayers our health workers and other care givers who are at the front line of the fight against COVID-19. We should also pray for divine guidance for our leaders to always take the right decisions and do the right things especially in this trying time for the comfort and well-being of the people", he concluded.

"Embrace Godliness, Love and Sacrifice Amongst One Another", Bukoy Congratulates Christians on Easter

...enjoins strict adherence to health advisories on COVID-19 

The lawmaker representing Irepodun/Olorunda/ Orolu/ Osogbo  Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Olubukola Oyewo (Bukoy) has called on Nigerians to be prayerful and exhibit love and sacrifices at this trying time in the spirit of Easter celebration. 

The lawmaker, in a statement signed by him and released to newsmen by his Media office, felicitated with Christians on the occasion of this year's Easter celebration, noting we have every reason to thank God and maintain our commitment to serving Him through humanity by showing love and sacrifice to ourselves.

"I congratulate our Christian brothers and sisters for the grace of witnessing another Easter celebration. It is indeed a rare opportunity for us all to rededicate our commitment to loving ourselves regardless of social differences and making sacrifice for humanity", Oyewo said. 

He added that "we must live by the lessons of unconditional love of God, His incredible power, selflessness and commitment to whatever cause we believe in, especially at this trying time of global emergency, with a strong hope that it is only another test of the strength of our faiths and humanity". 

Hon. Oyewo therefore urged constituents and Nigerians at large to be their brothers keeper by adhering to all advisories of health authorities aimed at preventing spread of the deadly COVID-19 pandemic ravaging the world in the course of festivity, emphasizing that government's measures in this regard is to ensure every Osun resident is safe, regardless of their social or religious affiliations.

"WE ARE COMMITTED TO THE CAUSE OF ENDING COVID-19", SAYS OSUN HOUSE OF REPS APC MEMBERS, DONATES 5MILLION TO STATE GOVT.

The Osun State Members in the House of Representatives, APC Caucus have donated the sum of N5 Million to support the efforts of the State Government Of Osun in the battle against the dreaded COVID-19 pandemic.

The leader of the APC Reps. members, Hon. Femi Fakeye and his colleagues, Hon. Taiwo Oluga, Hon. Rasheed Afolabi, Hon. Lawrence Ayeni, Hon. Yinusa Amobi, Hon. Bukola Oyewo reiterated their commitments towards the well-being of the state residents at all times. They commended the State Governor, Mr. Gboyega Oyetola and his team for doing a great job despite the lean purse of the State.

It will be recalled that the members of the House of Representatives, as announced by the Speaker, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, had earlier donated 100 percent of their 2-months salaries to the Federal Government in a bid to confront the pandemic. This is amidst all other individual palliative measures donated by the lawmakers to their Constituents during the lockdown.

According to the leader of the APC caucus, the N5 Million donation is to further assist the State Government in providing relief items that will serve as palliatives for the people and particularly the vulnerable ones.

While speaking to newsmen, a Member of APC caucus, Hon. Olubukola Oyewo said, "I am extremely delighted at this gesture by my dear colleagues. Not just the financial support, but the spirit and unity displayed by us all in coming to a quick and swift decision. This is indicative of the APC members’ love for our people and indeed our interest in the welfare, safety and security of millions of our compatriots who overwhelmingly voted for us to represent them in the National Assembly.

"As a body, we are further committed to playing our roles, and we will remain constant in reaching out to relevant authorities at the vanguard of the fight against the pandemic COVID-19. The Caucus is willing and ready to render further assistance when and where necessary," he noted.

"You are an Amazon and Embodiment of Progress", Bukoy, and Wife Celebrate Alhaja Oyetola @ 60

The Deputy Chairman, House Committee on Water Resources, Hon. Olubukola Oyewo (Bukoy) and his wife Mrs. E. F. Oyewo has described the wife of the Governor of the State of Osun, Her Excellency, Alhaja Kafayat Oyetola as a quintessential mother and an amazon.

Hon. Oyewo made this assertion in a congratulatory message released from his media office in Osogbo to mark the 60th birthday anniversary of Alhaja Kafayat Oyetola

In the release signed by him, Oyewo said Her Excellency's loyalty and support to her husband, Governor Gboyega Oyetola and by extension to the people and government of the state stands her out as an amazon among her equals.

"There is no gainsaying that when the history of the progressive State of Osun is being written, the name of Her Excellency, Alhaja Oyetola will be written in gold. Her contributions with the establishment of Ilerioluwa Development Initiative in no small measure positively affects the lives of the people and consequently aid the social stability being witnessed in the state of Osun.

“Her Excellency is a woman of substance,  team leader who inspires others, in addition to her humility which is an essential ingredients of leadership. With years of commitment to philanthropy and contribution to humanity, you've made the world a better place.

“Your Excellency Ma, since your inception as the First Lady of the State of Osun, you have carried out your responsibilities with humility and impressive dedication, and we urge you not to rest on your oars, we are proud of your success and progress”, the statement further noted.

While wishing her a hitch free 60th birthday celebration, Hon. Oyewo prayed to God to endow the celebrant with long life, sound health and mind.