On this Democracy Day, I had intended to rest my pen. I wanted to leave the fate written on the walls of history to speak for itself. I thought perhaps the sacrifices of those who fought for democracy were enough testimony. Yet, in the final hour, a thought stirred within me, compelling me to write a message to all of us who have come together to form this sovereign nation called Nigeria. My message is particularly for those who believe that the business of Nigeria lies in the hands of a powerful few. Perhaps they are influenced by what the German sociologist Robert Michels described as the "Iron Law of Oligarchy" ,the tendency for power to concentrate in the hands of a small elite. Looking at our politics, our institutions, and our economy, one may be tempted to believe that the destiny of Nigeria is determined only by those who occupy powerful offices and influential positions. But history tells a different story. Nigeria does not belong to any president, governor, politi...
Honourable Oluwole Oke, a seasoned legislator representing Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency, has launched a strategic political movement dubbed PBAT 2027—an initiative aimed at galvanizing support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid.
He described the movement as his personal contribution to advancing the Renewed Hope agenda, championed by President Tinubu.
Hon. Oke praised the President’s vision, political courage, and unwavering commitment to justice, equity, and good governance—traits he says align with his own political philosophy.
“I joined the All Progressives Congress to further my goal of empowering people and accelerating infrastructural development in my constituency,” he said. “This movement is my way of backing a leader whose ideals I share and whose progress I believe in.”
He emphasized that the PBAT 2027 initiative would be driven by the principles of equity, fairness, and justice, ensuring that the vision of a renewed and inclusive Nigeria reaches every corner of the nation.
The lawmaker also called on fellow progressives, civil society actors, and youth groups to join hands in amplifying the message of continuity and reform, stressing that national development must transcend partisan divides.
PBAT 2027, he assured, would operate at grassroots and national levels, leveraging both digital platforms and community structures to mobilize widespread support ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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