The pan-Yoruba socio-political organization, Afenifere, has hailed the appointment of Hon. Kayode Oladele as the Acting Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC) by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR.
The group recently described Kayode Oladele as a “detribalised Nigerian and social crusader of impeccable character, whose life’s work has been defined by a deep commitment to equity, justice, and fairness for all Nigerians.”
Speaking via a press statement, Abagun Kole Omololu, National Organising Secretary, Afenifere, appreciated Oladele for the historical role he played during Nigeria’s struggle for democracy, citing his brave activism during the troubling days of military rule.
According to him, as an active member of Afenifere, the Campaign for Democracy (CD) and the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO), Oladele played a prominent role during the June 12 struggle and assisted the actualization of the presidential mandate won by Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale (MKO) Abiola in the 1993 Presidential elections.
Abagun stated that Oladele’s memorable role in the pro-democracy movement and his crucial sacrifices for the enthronement of democratic governance set him apart as a patriot with a persistent track record of diligent public service.
“Even as a member of the House of Representatives, he introduced and co- sponsored the Public Holiday Amendment Act which shifted the Democracy Day from May 29 to June 12 every year. He also introduced and sponsored the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit Act which was signed into law by President Muhammad Buhari setting up a central body for processing intelligence related to financial transaction in Nigeria,” it read.
Abagun further noted that Oladele is popular for being a committed Afenifere member whose works align with the organization’s equitable Nigeria goal.
He concluded by emphasising the group’s absolute confidence in Hon. Kayode Oladele’s competence to deliver beyond expectations as the Acting Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC).
“Within Afenifere, he is recognized as a committed member whose contributions continue to resonate with the group’s vision for a just and equitable Nigeria.
As one of us, we have unflinching confidence in Oladele’s demonstrable competence, experience, and integrity to deliver on the new mandate,” it added.
