Afenifere passes Vote of confidence on Chief Ayo Adebanjo and his Deputy leader HRH Oladipupo Olaitan – Abayomi Odunowo
The General meeting of Afenifere, a socio-cultural and political organization for the Yoruba people of Nigeria, held in Ogbo Odogbolu Local Government of Ogun state on the 30th of January, was a significant event for the Yoruba community. During this meeting, the members unanimously agreed and passed a vote of confidence on their leaders, Chief Ayo Adebanjo from Ogun state and his Deputy leader HRH Oladipupo Olaitan from Osun State. This vote of confidence is a testament to the leadership qualities and commitment of these leaders to the advancement and development of the Yoruba people.
Afenifere has been at the forefront of advocating for the rights and interests of the Yoruba people in Nigeria. The organization has played a crucial role in promoting the cultural, social, and political empowerment of the Yoruba community. Through its activities and initiatives, Afenifere has been able to bring about positive change and progress for the Yoruba people.
The vote of confidence passed on Chief Ayo Adebanjo and HRH Oladipupo Olaitan by the members of Afenifere is a clear indication of the trust and support that these leaders enjoy within their community. It reflects the recognition of their dedicated service and their commitment to the ideals and objectives of the organization. This vote of confidence serves as a validation of their leadership and a motivation to continue to work towards the advancement of the Yoruba people.
The leaders expressed their gratitude to the members for their support and reaffirmed their commitment to the cause of the Yoruba people. Chief Ayo Adebanjo and HRH Oladipupo Olaitan have been instrumental in the advancement of the Yoruba community, and their leadership has been marked by integrity, vision, and a deep sense of responsibility towards their people. Their dedication to the cause of Afenifere and the Yoruba people has been unwavering, and their leadership has inspired the members to strive for excellence and progress.
The General meeting of Afenifere in Ogbo Odogbolu Local Government of Ogun state was an opportunity for the members to come together, discuss important issues, and chart a course for the future. The members engaged in constructive dialogue, exchanged ideas, and shared their concerns and aspirations for the Yoruba people. The meeting served as a platform for collective action and solidarity, enabling the members to reaffirm their commitment to the cause of Afenifere and the advancement of the Yoruba people.
The unity and cohesion displayed during the meeting are a testament to the strength and resilience of the Yoruba community. The members of Afenifere have shown a strong sense of purpose and determination in working towards the common goals of their organization. The vote of confidence passed on Chief Ayo Adebanjo and HRH Oladipupo Olaitan reflects the trust and confidence that the members have in their leaders, and it reinforces the spirit of unity and collaboration within the Yoruba community.
In conclusion, the meeting of Afenifere in Ogbo Odogbolu Local Government of Ogun state on the 30th of January was a significant event that brought together the members of the organization to reaffirm their commitment to their leaders and the cause of the Yoruba people. The unanimous vote of confidence passed on Chief Ayo Adebanjo and HRH Oladipupo Olaitan is a clear indication of the trust and support that these leaders enjoy within their community. It serves as a source of inspiration and motivation for them to continue their dedicated service to the advancement and development of the Yoruba people.
Otunba Abdulfalil Abayomi Odunowo
National Chairman AATSG
30th January, 2024.
Afenifere was formed as a socio-cultural organization for the Yoruba people of Nigeria, with Chief Abraham Adesanya as its leader and Chief Bola Ige as deputy leader. Other founding members were Pa Onasanya, Chief Reuben Fasoranti, Adegbonmire, Okurounmu Femi, Ganiyu Dawodu, Olanihun Ajayi, Olu Falae, Adebayo Adefarati, Alhaji Adeyemo and Ayo Adebanjo. When the Alliance for Democracy (AD) political party was formed in 1998, it took the Afenifere agenda as its official manifesto.
Following a poor performance in the April 2003 elections, in late 2003 rival factions of the AD held separate conventions. In the Lagos convention, Adebisi Akande was elected as AD chairman.[2] In January 2006, the convoy of AD leaders who supported Chief Mojisoluwa Akinfenwa as the party’s national chairman was attacked by thugs in Osogbo, the capital of Osun State.
In 2008, the Afenifere Renewal Group (alias ARG) was formed with the stated intent of reuniting the feuding factions, but perhaps as an alternative to the faction headed by the older generation of leaders.
In November 2008, a faction of Afenifere in Ijebu Igbo, Ogun State, led by Chief Ayo Adebanjo, installed Chief Reuben Fasoranti as the new chairman of the group. ARG Leaders including Senator Olabiyi Durojaiye, Chief Bisi Akande, Wale Oshun and Yinka Odumakin stated that they did not accept the move.
In October 2009, a spokesman for the ARG spoke out against plans to deregulate the domestic fuel market. That month, the ARG hailed the conviction of Chief Bode George and five others as an important step towards freeing Nigeria of corruption.
A majority of the Yorubas see the pressure group as a legitimate force that is both serving their interests and maintaining the waning influence of Yorubaland in the Federation. They consider it to be a necessary body to preserve the ethnic identity of the Yorubas