A one-time member of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon Kolade Olagunju has dumped the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State to put an end his membership of the party.
Olagunju confirmed this to newsmen during a media chat in Ibadan earlier in the week.
Westernmirror.com.ng reports that Hon. Olagunju, a seasoned broadcaster, First Class graduate of Entrepreneurship currently runs PhD. program in the same field.
According to the former lawmaker, the decision to dump the APC was in line with the yearnings of his thousands of followers and political supporters both home and in the diaspora particularly in Akinyele Local Government Area of the state.
He noted that even though he was a committed member of the APC, it was time for him to move on in his political journey in the interest of his people as consultations are still ongoing for the next political decision.
He assured that his decision for the next political move will be unveiled in no distance time stressing that the people of Akinyele local government deserve good governance and dividends of democracy.
His words, “I am no longer a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The decision to leave my former party is not a sole move, but a joint resolution after careful consideration by myself and political associates of decades.
“I did not abandon the party because it is a party I contributed immensley to build. However, it is time to leave and pursue the interests of my people on another political platform.
“I have not retired from politics. I am still here working on the field to see the other veritable platforms where I can further aid the development of my people.
“When I was in the House of Assembly between 2011-2015, commitment to the service of my constituency was on top of all other agenda, and God equally helped me to influence a lot of state government interventions to Akinyele local government as well as countless personal impactful assistance to communities and individuals. The records are intact till date and available for verification. We did not just do it.
“By the time I conclude my consultations, I will declare my next political tent. I want to thank everyone in APC who supported our cause. The people is always my focus. I will continue to pursue these dreams of emancipating our people till we get to the promised land,” Kolade said.
The former Oyo lawmaker who is known for his humanitarian services remains the best legislator with track records of outstanding achievements through legislative function and constituency projects.
Recall that Hon. Olagunju, despite being an opposition member in the 7th Oyo State House of Assembly on the platform of Accord, a political party, he was able to facilitate construction of boreholes, blocks of classrooms and several economic empowerment programmes for the people of Akinyele constituency 1.
The ‘Aladoto’ and ‘Eyan Bi Tiwa’ Initiator on Radio and Television had also facilitated employment for the youths and periodically supported artisans with financial assistance to boost their businesses.