Oyo PWDs Hail Tinubu Torch Bearer For Championing Inclusive Politics
Oyo PWDs Hail Tinubu Torch Bearer For Championing Inclusive Politics
Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Oyo State have commended the leadership of the Tinubu Torch Bearer (TTB) for recognising and creating space for the participation of the disability community in political activities.
The commendation was made by the Director of Persons with Disabilities, Dr. Olabisi Olaitan Adebambo, during the visit of the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, to Oyo State for the grand inauguration of the Tinubu Torch Bearer movement.
Speaking on behalf of the PWD community, Dr. Adebambo described the inclusion of persons with disabilities in the political movement as a significant step towards achieving greater representation and participation in governance.
She noted that the quest for meaningful inclusion of PWDs in Nigeria's political space and governance structures remains ongoing, stressing that the recognition accorded the community by the Tinubu Torch Bearer represents an encouraging development.
“For us as persons with disabilities, this recognition goes beyond mere participation at a political event. It is a clear indication that our voices, contributions and aspirations are beginning to receive the attention they deserve. We are not just asking to be included; we are ready to contribute meaningfully to the political development and governance of our nation.”
Dr. Adebambo further stated that PWDs possess the capacity, experience and determination to contribute substantially to political mobilisation and nation building when provided with equal opportunities.
“We appreciate this platform because inclusion must be practical, visible and sustainable. Persons with disabilities are stakeholders in Nigeria's democracy, and we will continue to advocate for opportunities that allow us to participate fully in political processes and governance.”
She expressed appreciation to the Oyo State APC Woman Leader, Dr. Felicia Adekemi Opatunde, for providing the opportunity for PWDs to participate actively in the Tinubu Torch Bearer movement and be part of the First Lady's historic visit to the state.
She also commended the Deputy State Woman Leader of the APC in Oyo State, Hon. Fatima Hassan, for her moral support and encouragement towards the participation of persons with disabilities during the event.
The PWDs leader equally applauded the TTB Oyo State Coordinator, Alhaja Adeyemi Zulfah Adetunji, for her leadership, coordination and commitment towards ensuring the success of the programme.
The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, was represented at the occasion by the Honourable Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman Ibrahim.
The event, held at the Liberty Stadium, Ibadan, witnessed the impressive presence of various clusters of the disability community, including deaf persons, persons who are blind, persons with albinism, persons with physical disabilities and wheelchair users.
Their participation added colour and reinforced the inclusive character of the political gathering.
The occasion attracted an array of political, traditional and community leaders, including the Nigerian Ambassador to Austria, Her Excellency Chief Florence Ajimobi; APC National Women Leader, Dr. Mary Alile Idele; APC Oyo State Chairman, Pa Moses Alake; APC Oyo State Women Leader, Dr. Felicia Adekemi Opatunde; APC Oyo State Governorship Candidate, Senator Sharafadeen Alli; Deputy Governorship Candidate, Hon. Soji Adedeji; Oyo South Senatorial Candidate, Hon. Aderemi Oseni; and Oyo North Senatorial Candidate, Chief Mrs. Funmilayo Ogunesan.
Others in attendance included traditional rulers, prominent Ibadan leaders, members of the Association of Ibadan Mogajis, Baales from Ibadanland, Iyaloja Saratu Aduke, President of the Yoruba Youth Council, Mogaji Alawode Rahmon Akintunde, members of the JDS Support Groups, ROCOF, as well as other APC stakeholders and political support groups.
The strong presence of PWDs at the event underscored the growing demand for inclusive political participation and greater representation of persons with disabilities in Nigeria's political and governance processes.
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