In what appears to be Nigeria’s most dramatic “return on investment” complaint yet, a man on Thursday stormed the All Progressives Congress (APC) national secretariat in Abuja with a message as blunt as it was unsettling: reward me or kill me. The protest, captured in a now-viral video, shows the visibly distressed man holding a placard and demanding recognition for what he described as his personal sacrifices during the party’s 2023 campaign. According to him, loyalty was not just emotional, it was financial, physical, and, ultimately, total. In a country where political support often comes with expectations, some spoken, many implied the man’s outcry reads like a tragic audit of misplaced trust. His claim that he sold his house to fund campaign efforts has not been independently verified, but the symbolism is hard to ignore: a citizen liquidating stability in exchange for promised political dividends. Observers at the scene watched as the protester oscillated between anger and ...
IJESA NORTH, OSUN
In a heartfelt tribute marking the birthday of Alhaji Sooko Tajudeen Lawal, the Osun State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Hon. Busayo Oluwole Oke has lauded the party leader’s enduring contributions to the party and the state’s political development.
Hon. Oke, who represents Ijesa North Federal Constituency and serves as Chairman of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, described Alhaji Lawal as “a man of uncommon wisdom and vision,” whose leadership continues to inspire loyalty and progress within the party.
In a goodwill message issued on Friday, the federal lawmaker and APC chieftain commended the chairman’s unflinching dedication to grassroots development and his inclusive leadership style, which he said has cemented party unity in Osun during challenging times.
“Alhaji Lawal is a true lover of the people and a steady hand in turbulent times. His commitment to the growth of our party and the welfare of Osun citizens is not only admirable but also deeply inspiring,” Oke said.
“As you celebrate your birthday, I pray that God blesses you with many more years of sound health, inner peace, and continued wisdom to serve humanity and our great party,” he added.
Hon. Oke highlighted the positive impact of Lawal’s stewardship on the internal cohesion of the APC in Osun State, noting that his leadership has rekindled hope and trust among party faithful.
“His approach to leadership measured, inclusive, and focused 
has brought about stability and direction, especially during periods of political uncertainty and transition. Such rare qualities make him an asset not only to our party but to the broader political landscape of Osun State,” he noted.
has brought about stability and direction, especially during periods of political uncertainty and transition. Such rare qualities make him an asset not only to our party but to the broader political landscape of Osun State,” he noted.
Oke concluded his message with a call for continued support for Alhaji Lawal, urging party stakeholders to rally behind the chairman’s vision in deepening the values of progressivism and strengthening the party’s structures across the state.
“May the Almighty grant you greater strength, divine guidance, and enduring success in the years ahead,” he said.
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