Afenifere FINALLY Speaks On Allegedly Regretting Their Support For Tinubu’s Emergence As President, See Full Details
In an exclusive interview with Chief Kole Omololu, the National Organising Secretary of Afenifere, the parn- Yorut x socio-political organisation has addressed the ongoing crisis with E ranks and dispelled rumors of regret over supporting Bola Tinubu’s presidential bid. Chief Omololu shared insights into the group’s history, its current leadership under Chief Reuben Fasoranti, and its stance on critical issues facing Nigeria today.
Chief Omololu’s journey within Afenifere traces back to his involvement in the NADECO movement in the United Kingdom, where he participated in demonstrations against the military junta led by Sani Abacha. His commitment to the cause earned him recognition within Afenifere, eventually leading to his appointment as the National Organising Secretary about a decade ago.
Reflecting on Afenifere’ s current leadership under Chief Reuben Fasoranti, Chief Omololu lauded his exceptional leadership qualities and deep understanding of the group’s values. He emphasized Chief Fasoranti’ s role in revitalizing Afenifere following the challenges it faced after the 2003 general elections, highlighting his inclusive approach and commitment to consensus-building.
ம Addressing the succession plan within Afenifere, Chief Omololu provided insights into the historical precedent set by past leaders, emphasizing the role of an acting leader as a support system for the incumbent leader. He explained how the group’s conventions and meetings have traditionally been held at the leader’ s place, underscoring the importance of continuity and stability within Afenifere’ s leadership structure.
Regarding the recent crisis within Afenifere and the decision to scrap the positions of acting leader and deputy, Chief Omololu affirmed the group’s commitment to its decision-making process and emphasized the finality of Its resolutions. Despite disagreements within the group, he expressed confidence in Afenifere’s ability to overcome internal challenges and remain united in its pursuit of the Yoruba people’s interests.
Responding to questions about Afenifere’s support for Bola Tinubu’s presidential bid, Chief Omololu clarified that the decision was made collectively and based on Tinubu’s perceived suitability for the role. He emphasized Tinubu’s track record and leadership qualities, noting that he was seen as the
best candidate among the optionsavailable at the time.
On the issue of restructuring and other
critical national issues, Chief Omololu underscored Afenifere’ s longstanding advocacy for the rearrangement of Nigeria’s governance structure. He highlighted the importance of state
police and other measures to address insecurity, as well as the need for quality and affordable education as a cornerstone of development. In conclusion, Chief Omololu reiterated Afenifere’ s unwavering commitment to the welfare and interests of the Yoruba
people, emphasizing the group’s role as a guardian of their collective aspirations. Despite challenges and disagreements, Afenifere remains steadfast in its mission to promote the values of justice, equity, and progress for all Nigerians.
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