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Gbenga Daniel advocates revival of Omoluabi ethos at Pa Fasoranti’s 99th birthday lecture

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At Pa Reuben Fasoranti’s 99th birthday celebration in Akure, Otunba Gbenga Daniel called for a revival of Yoruba values through the Omoluabi ethos

Senator Otunba Gbenga Daniel, has delivered a powerful keynote at the 99th birthday anniversary of Pa Reuben Fasoranti, organised by the UI Alumni in Akure on May 10, 2025.

The speech, themed “A Strong and United Yoruba Race as Panacea for Reviving Vanishing Yoruba Values and Culture,” was a cultural and moral call to action.

Highlighting Pa Fasoranti’s life of integrity, service, and purpose, Daniel described the elder statesman as a living embodiment of the revered Yoruba principle of Omoluabi.

“Baba Fasoranti has not only lived long, but has lived well. He added value to his years by choosing a path of impact,” Otunba Daniel noted.

He traced Baba’s journey from Uso, Ondo State to his years as a teacher, principal, and Commissioner of Finance under the Pa Ajasin government, emphasising his integrity—citing his honourable release after the 1983 coup trials as evidence.

To be blessed with long life is divine, but to add value to longevity through impact is a personal choice.

According to OGD, as he is fondly called, the Yoruba worldview places character (iwa) at the centre of personal and communal identity.

“To be an Omoluabi is to act justly, speak truthfully, and promote harmony,” he explained, listing honesty, respect, courage, and wisdom as core elements.

He warned of Nigeria’s ethical decay—where materialism, impunity, and the erosion of values now dominate.

He stressed that leadership reflects society, not the other way around, and advocated for a moral reset grounded in indigenous values.

Daniel called on Afenifere to lead this cultural revival. He positioned the group as a legitimate platform for spreading the Omoluabi ethos across Nigeria and urged it to unify Yoruba progressives regardless of political leanings.

He concluded that embracing the Omoluabi ideal, both as individuals and institutions, offers a path to national renewal.

“To be seen as Afenifere, one must embody the values of justice, progress, and social harmony,” he affirmed.

See full speech below.

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Any Ambition Against Senator Nwoko’s Second Term Bid Is Selfish, Unnecessary —APC Chieftain

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As Senator Ned Nwoko positions for a return to the National Assembly, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Emmanuel Eboh, has described any opposing ambition as self- serving, unnecessary  and detrimental to the peace and development of Delta North Senatorial District.

Speaking in an interview in Abuja, Chief Eboh, a former civil commissioner in Delta State, said Senator Nwoko continues to enjoy widespread goodwill and the support of the people of Delta North, popularly known as Anioma.

While acknowledging that political aspirations are legitimate in a democratic setting, Eboh cautioned against what he termed the “unacceptable drift towards turning politics into a family enterprise and a tool for power control and manipulation.”

He called on residents of Aniocha/Oshimili Federal Constituency and the wider Delta North district to resist  “the inordinate ambition of some Shylock politicians driven by selfish motives and unrestrained personal interests.”

The APC stalwart warned that personality-driven ambitions, rather than people-oriented leadership, could
lead to  avoidable rivalry and division within Delta North.

Chief Eboh maintained that Senator Nwoko’s performance in office has been commendable and deserving of re-election, citing key interventions in rural road construction, electrification, education, potable water supply, and empowerment programmes.

He further highlighted the senator’s sustained advocacy for the recognition and identity of Anioma, noting that it was “unprecedented in the political history of the district”.

According to him, “Senator Nwoko has not only met expectations but surpassed them. He deserves re-election, particularly given the fact that the core constitutional responsibility of a senator is lawmaking for the good governance of the nation.”

Eboh said the people of Delta North regard Nwoko as a progressive leader who embodies unity and dignity across Anioma, stressing that he should not be distracted by unnecessary political contestation.

He reaffirmed that the senator’s commitment to the growth and development of Anioma remains unwavering and urged constituents to sustain their support for his return to the Senate.

The APC chieftain also called for continued backing of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections.

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