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Governor Makinde Endorses Arapaja for PDP South West Zonal Chairman

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Governor Seyi Makinde has expressed his support for Ambassador Taofeek Arapaja's bid to become the Peoples Democratic Party's South West Zonal chairman. Makinde made this declaration at the installation ceremony of Segun Ogunwuyi as Otunba Mayeloye of Ijeru Kingdom in Ogbomoso, Oyo State. The event took place at the Lagbami Oseku Hall, and Ogunwuyi, the Director-General of Oyo State Investment and Public and Private Partnership Agency (OYSIPA), was praised by Makinde for his excellent service record. Arapaja, who has experience as deputy governor of Oyo and a former member of the House of Representatives, is set to face Eddy Olafeso, backed by former Ekiti governor Ayo Fayose, in the zonal congress scheduled for Monday in Osogbo.

Key Takeaways:

  • Governor Seyi Makinde has publicly endorsed Ambassador Taofeek Arapaja for the Peoples Democratic Party's South West Zonal chairman position.
  • Arapaja has a proven track record, having served as deputy governor of Oyo and a former member of the House of Representatives.
  • The zonal congress will take place on Monday in Osogbo, where Arapaja is expected to face Eddy Olafeso, backed by former Ekiti governor Ayo Fayose.
  • Makinde described Ogunwuyi, the Director-General of Oyo State Investment and Public and Private Partnership Agency (OYSIPA), as one of the future leaders of Oyo State and Nigeria, due to his excellent service record.
  • Makinde's endorsement is a significant boost for Arapaja's campaign, as the governor's influence in the party could help sway the outcome of the zonal congress.

Statistics:

  • There is 1 upcoming zonal congress scheduled for Monday in Osogbo.
  • 2 candidates are vying for the position of PDP South West Zonal chairman: Ambassador Taofeek Arapaja and Eddy Olafeso.
  • Arapaja has experience as deputy governor of Oyo and a former member of the House of Representatives.
  • Ogunwuyi has served with a good track record in both the Oyo State House of Assembly and the House of Representatives.

Sources:

  • Governor Seyi Makinde's statement at the installation of Ogunwuyi as Otunba Mayeloye of Ijeru Kingdom, Ogbomoso, Oyo State.
  • News article citing Makinde's support for Arapaja's bid.

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