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Osun Guber: ‘Our preference for you, second to none’, Akire, Apomu reaffirm support for Oyetola
…under my watch, Osun is safe — gov
…as re-election campaign trail moves to Irewole Federal Constituency
As the 2022 Osun governorship election draws nearer, traditional rulers in Irewole Federal Constituency of the State have passed a vote of confidence in the administration of Governor Adegboyega Oyetola, saying he had successfully delivered on the people’s mandate.
The monarchs comprising the Akire of Ikire, Oba Olatunde Falabi; Alapomu of Apomu, Oba Kayode Adenekan Afolabi and high chiefs in Irewole and Isokan Local Government Areas, also expressed their support towards the actualisation of the re-election of the Governor in the July 16 gubernatorial poll.
This is even as Governor Oyetola reaffirmed his determination to continue to build a virile economy and maintain the existing peaceful atmosphere in the State, declaring that “under my watch, Osun will continue to be safe.”
Speaking at his palace on Thursday while receiving Oyetola and members of his re-election Campaign Council, Akire of Ikire, Oba Falabi said the Governor had performed creditably well, noting that his outstanding achievements are visible across all sectors.
The monarch particularly lauded Oyetola for repositioning and redefining the socioeconomic fortunes of the State through the introduction and implementation of masses-oriented policies and programmes.
He said: “Your campaign here is just to fulfill all righteousness because your track records and monumental strides across sectors are living testimony to earn you a return to office. To us as traditional rulers, you have done excellently well. We have seen your trademark of good governance as reflected in the competent way you’ve been running the affairs of the State.
“There is nothing to say other than for us to continue to pray and support you as a way of reciprocating your good intent for Osun and its people. You have indeed convinced us to continue to support you and we profess loud and clear that you are eminently qualified to steer the affairs of the State for another four years” Oba Falabi said.
On his part, the Alapomu of Apomu, Oba Afolabi said the Governor had surprised many with his tremendous achievements and accomplishments despite paucity of funds, hence the need for Osun people to return him in the next governorship election.
The royal father said the Governor had within the last three and half years, brought to bear his administrative capacity and competence in piloting the socioeconomic and political affairs of the State.
Oba Afolabi who professed his preference in the candidature of Governor Adegboyega Oyetola said his modest achievements are reference points to earn him a reelection.
“By the grace of God, you will win. You have won in the past and this time around, you will also win. As a traditional ruler, I am for all, I am not a politician, but the good works we have witnessed in the last three and a half years in the state under Oyetola had been very convincing hence the need to return him.
“How many of your physical achievements can we mention? They are all there for all to see. As traditional rulers, we are all witnesses to the tremendous support we have been receiving from the State government under your leadership.
“I can say boldly that it is your side we belong and we are solidly behind you. Your reelection bid shall be actualised,” he added.
Addressing supporters of his party and other residents at the venues of the campaign, Governor Oyetola thanked residents of the State for their continued support for his administration just as he assured of his commitment to consolidate on the achievements recorded so far.
Governor Oyetola noted that his administration would continue to build on the gains recorded and initiate more people-oriented programmes and projects that would fast track meaningful development for the state.
He said God has been faithful to him and grant him the enablement to fulfill whatever the promise made noting that Osun will continue to be prosperous and safe under his watch.
Governor Oyetola expressed confidence in God and the ability of the people of the State to get him re-elected come July 16 governorship election.
“I thank God and the people of this constituency for your unflinching support and cooperation all along. You have been so supportive to our administration and we will never take this for granted. We shall continue to prioritise your welfare and bring to the doorstep of citizens the required dividends of democracy”, he added.
In their separate remarks, the APC State Chairman, Prince Gboyega Famodun and Director General Oyetola re-election campaign council, Dr. Ajibola Basiru urged the people of Irewole and Isokan Local Government Areas to vote massively for Governor Adegboyega Oyetola in the next governorship election in the State.
At a solemn ordination service in Abuja, senior church leaders have called on pastors to make the well-being of their congregations a top priority, following the example of Jesus Christ.
Speaking during the priesthood ordination and installation of a Sub Dean at the Cathedral Church of Advent, Life Camp, Abuja, the retired Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of Okene, Rt. Rev. Emmanuel Ajulo, described pastors as shepherds charged with the care of their flock. He urged them to shun worldly distractions and focus on meeting the spiritual and material needs of their members.
Bishop Ajulo also encouraged the newly ordained priests to remain faithful to their calling by teaching God’s word without compromise.
In his charge, the Primate of the Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion, Most Rev. Henry Ndukuba, urged the new clergy to preach the undiluted gospel and foster religious harmony wherever they serve. He expressed confidence that their new roles would help promote peace and unity in society.
The service also featured prayers for national leaders and divine intervention in addressing the current global economic challenges.
In a dramatic show of faith and patriotism, over 1,000 fiery prayer warriors from across Nigeria will descend on Ilorin, Kwara State, this Saturday, lifting their voices in intense intercession for President Bola Tinubu’s success and Nigeria’s survival in the face of biting economic woes and mounting insecurity.
The spiritual siege, themed “Walking in Domini”, is the maiden convention of the Organisation of African Instituted Churches (OAIC), with its Kwara State Chairman, Evangelist Thomas Adeboye, vowing that “heaven will hear and respond to Nigeria’s cry.”
Aside from marathon prayers, the gathering will roll out free medical outreach to locals across Kwara’s LGAs, a gesture aimed at touching both body and soul.
Adeboye, lamenting Nigeria’s “troubling economic and security realities”, called for a nationwide prayer uprising, insisting that Tinubu has shown the will to revive the nation but needs massive divine backing to succeed.
“Banditry, a collapsing economy, and political tension demand we seek God’s face like never before,” he declared. “We will storm heaven for wisdom for the President and governors to steer Nigeria to safety.”
The convention will also feature awards to distinguished personalities, soul-lifting worship, fiery sermons, and unity-driven lectures—all capped with thunderous prayers for Nigeria’s redemption.
Adeboye urged the President to ensure every policy has “a human face,” stressing that Nigerians must not only endure but also enjoy the fruits of governance.
With the OAIC promising to reaffirm believers’ authority in Christ and rally spiritual boldness in the face of national challenges, Ilorin is set to become the epicentre of a powerful spiritual warfare for Nigeria’s destiny.
…Church leaders accuse Welsh counterparts of “spiritual decadence” and “abandonment of faith”
The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has issued a forceful condemnation of the election of Rt. Rev. Cherry Vann, an openly lesbian cleric, as the Archbishop of Wales. The move is the latest in a series of developments that have deepened divisions within the global Anglican Communion over sexuality and doctrine.
In a statement from Primate The Most Rev’d Henry Ndukuba, the church denounced the election as a “serious departure from biblical teaching” and a sign of “spiritual decadence” and “an outright abandonment of the faith once delivered to the saints.”
Archbishop Ndukuba warned that Bishop Vann’s elevation compromises the Anglican Church’s global mission and could obstruct evangelism. He compared the situation to the controversial tenure of Most Rev. Katherine Jefferts Schori, former Presiding Bishop of the U.S. Episcopal Church, who also faced intense criticism from conservative Anglicans for her progressive views.
The Primate accused Bishop Vann of being complicit in the “ongoing crisis” around same-sex issues, stating that the election is a “clear revelation that many who claim to be members of the body of Christ cannot endure sound doctrine” (2 Timothy 4:3–4).
The Church of Nigeria called on Anglicans worldwide to reject “rebels” and “apostates” and to instead support conservative bodies like the Global Anglican Future Conference (GAFCON).
“The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) condemns, unequivocally rejects, and will not recognize the election of Rt. Rev. Cherry Vann as Archbishop of Wales,” Ndukuba declared. He concluded with a solemn warning that without repentance, the Church in Wales risks losing “complete relevance” and its leaders will face judgment.
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