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A former member of the House of Representatives, Taiwo Oluga, has commended Dr Dotun Babayemi for dumping the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Oluga, who represented Irewole/Ayedaade/Isokan Federal Constituency of Osun State in the 9th Assembly, also lauded some women who defected to the APC on Friday.
The former lawmaker, while welcoming the defectors on Friday, assured them of gender equity and women’s empowerment in the party.
She said, “As we celebrate this significant moment, it is crucial to recognise the pivotal role that women play in our political landscape.
“To the women who are defecting with them today, I want to assure you that the APC is a party that values and champions gender equity and women’s empowerment. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all, irrespective of gender, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every woman can thrive and excel.
“In the APC, we see women not just as participants but as leaders and change-makers in their own right. We recognise the immense contributions that women make to the socio-economic and political development of our society, and we are fully committed to harnessing and nurturing their talents and potential.
“To our new female members, I say this: seize the opportunities that abound within the APC. Here, you will find a platform that encourages and supports your aspirations for leadership and service.
“Whether it’s in governance, entrepreneurship, or community development, the APC offers a conducive environment for you to realize your dreams and make a meaningful impact. This is very obvious considering the opportunity a person like me and at least two of my predecessors had to represent this constituency at the House of Representatives, among many other positions occupied by women across the state while our party was in office here.
“This is in comparison to where you just left with a government that has no single female in the house of Assembly, nor any in the National Assembly.”
Oluga further urged the new APC members to continue to work tirelessly towards building a brighter future for the constituency, Osun State, and Nigeria at large.
The former lawmaker added, “United in purpose and driven by our shared values, there is no limit to what we can achieve.
“I want to appeal to Nigerians nationwide, that the tough economic atmosphere we are contending with has a very short terminal period. Once the policies begin to yield results, we shall all be happy that we took the right decision.
“But in the meantime, I charge you to ask those in government in our state what they are doing with the huge resources that have accrued to them since they came to office last year.
“Once again, I extend my warmest welcome to all our new members. Your decision to join the APC reaffirms our belief in the power of unity and collective action.
“Together, let us forge ahead with renewed vigor and determination, as we strive to build a stronger, more prosperous Nigeria for generations to come under the ‘Renewed Hope Agenda’ of President Bola Tinubu.”
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