On Sunday, I had the honour of attending the Thanksgiving Mass at St. Martin’s Catholic Church, Isan-Ekiti, to celebrate the 60th birthday of His Excellency, Dr. John Kayode Fayemi. During the homily, Bishop Felix Ajakaiye referenced a powerful quote from Edmund Burke’s Reflections on the Revolution in France (1790): “He that wrestles with us strengthens our nerves and sharpens our…

I had the honour of receiving in audience Dr. Adesiji Gbade-Alabi, Chief Operating Officer of CBC Group, who is also my old classmate and one of my successors in office as Chairman of the King’s College Old Boys’ Association Class of 1997. It was a pleasure to reconnect, reflect on the shared values instilled by our dear alma mater, and…

I was greatly devastated upon receiving the heartbreaking news of the passing of Tosin Adewumi. It is difficult to put into words the depth of pain and loss I feel. Tosin was more than a dedicated legislative aide at the AkinỌmỌAkin Constituency Office – he was fiercely loyal, unwaveringly committed, and one of the earliest young people to believe in…

Dr. Kayode Fayemi at 60: A Tribute to My Father, Leader, Mentor, and Benefactor Few individuals embody the essence of purposeful leadership and mentorship as profoundly as Dr. John Kayode Fayemi. As he clocks 60, it is fitting to celebrate a man whose life has been a beacon of inspiration, courage, and service to countless people, including myself. For me,…

I had the honour of receiving in audience my distinguished predecessor, Hon. Bimbo Daramola, who represented our constituency, Ekiti North 1 (Ikole/Oye) Federal Constituency, in the 7th Assembly of the House of Representatives. Beyond catching up, he formally briefed me on the upcoming *Walk for BAO*, an initiative he is championing to promote the administration of Governor Biodun Oyebanji and…

In furtherance of Rep. Akin Rotimi Jr.’s commitment to community transformation through sustainable infrastructure, the AkinOmOAkin Constituency Office has commenced the installation of 98 additional solar streetlights across Ikole/Oye Federal Constituency. This adds to the over 800 units already deployed in strategic locations, further expanding access to reliable and renewable energy. The ongoing installation covers key areas in Ikole LGA…

Each new month is a reminder of hope and endless possibilities. With faith and resilience, we can achieve greatness. May this month bring you joy, peace, and success. Happy New Month.

1. The House of Representatives commends BudgIT on the launch of the Tracka 2023/2024 Project Tracking Report, an initiative that upholds the principles of transparency, accountability, and citizen engagement in governance. 2. Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the entire 10th Assembly remain committed to fostering open governance and promoting citizen participation in legislative…

I joined the BudgIT team on the launch of their Tracka 2023/2024 Annual Report at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua centre. It was a pleasure meeting with the team, discussing insights from the report and plans on how to improve collaboration between the National Assembly and critical stakeholders such as BudgIT. Looking forward to future collaborations to improve the service delivery…

In line with his Six-Point Agenda and commitment to sustainable development, Rep. Akin Rotimi Jr. has commenced two significant construction projects aimed at enhancing education and youth empowerment in the constituency. Youth Centre in Ikole-Ekiti – This facility will serve as a hub for youth engagement, skill acquisition, and career development. It is designed to equip young people with the…