22/04/2025
OMOWAIYE CHARGES PROGRESSIVES e-GROUP ON PROACTIVE ENGAGEMENT
..AS HON. AYANTUNJI SHOWER ENCOMIUM ON PROGRESSIVES e-GROUP.
Osogbo - Osun State
The Executive Director of Project Monitoring, Federal Housing Authority and former Commissioner for Works in Osun State, Engr. Oluremi Omowaiye, has advised members of Progressives e-Group (a prominent media outfit in Osun State), to adopt a proactive approach in their interactions with the public.
Hon. Omowaiye stated this during an Easter visit to him by the group led by its National Coordinator - Comrade Abiodun Collins. Hon. Omowaiye emphasized the importance of empirical analysis in discussing issues. He urged the media group to base their analysis on facts and figures while engaging members of the public.
While speaking, Progressives e-Group Coordinator, Mr. Abiodun Collins expressed gratitude to Hon. Omowaiye for his unwavering support for the party and its members.
Mr. Collins requested Omowaiye's leadership in calming the media storm surrounding the party's 2026 flag bearer. Stressed that the APC's return to power is crucial for addressing pressing issues and fixing identified problems already in place.
Hon. Omowaiye encouraged the media group to continue promoting the party and its leaders. Omowaiye further in his submission acknowledged Alhaji Gboyega Oyetola, Minister of Marine and Blue Economy and former Governor of Osun State, for his significant contributions to the Osun All Progressives Congress (APC).
Hon. Omowaiye noted that Oyetola has been instrumental in keeping the party relevant and functioning particularly in Osun State.
"Oyetola remains one of the biggest financial backers of the party, and his efforts have been unwavering," Omowaiye said. He encouraged Progressives e-Group to highlight Oyetola's impact on the party, emphasizing that this would help maintain momentum and progress.
Hon. Omowaiye also offered advice to young people, cautioning against relying solely on politics for wealth creation. "It's not just politics that can make people rich; many individuals in the corporate world are doing better than those in politics," he said.
He urged youths to think creatively and explore opportunities beyond politics.
Reflecting on his own career, Omowaiye attributed his success to consistency and grace. "I have never aggressively pursued positions, but my dedication and commitment have placed me in the right positions at the right time at all times." he said.
In his submission, Mr Kehinde Ayantunji (former Senior Special Assistant on Students Matters and Social Mobilization to Governor Oyetola) who was at the parley commended Progressives e-Group, describing it as the premier and most effective media group in Osun State. He praised the group's consistency and maturity, stating, "No doubt, Progressives e-Group remains the number one and the best media group, unparalleled in terms of consistency and maturity. You are indeed the best."
Ayantunji also offered words of caution, urging stakeholders to exercise restraint and avoid actions that could create animosity among them, particularly in the lead-up to the primary elections. He emphasized the importance of maintaining cordial relationships, noting that any wounds inflicted during this period ( Pre - Primary) may not heal easily after the primaries. "Let's all the supporters of the aspirants be careful not to abuse each other in this era of pre-primary elections. We should avoid creating animosity that may linger long after the primaries," Hon. Ayantunji advised.