22/03/2026
Ayinla Egba Lauds Abeokuta South LG Chair Over Isale-Oja Kuto Road, Bridge Project
Ayinla Egba Lauds Abeokuta South LG Chair Over Isale-Oja Kuto Road, Bridge Project - Platform Times
The Convener of a political and development advocacy group, the United Premier Movement (UPM), Chief Olalekan Shoyinka, popularly known as Ayinla Egba, has commended the Executive Chairman of Abeokuta South Local Government, Hon. Balogun Olaniyi Afeez (BOA), for flagging off the rehabilitation of th...
12/03/2026
https://platformtimes.com.ng/opinion-2027-ogun-governorship-why-religion-must-not-define-our-democractic-choice/
OPINION : 2027 Ogun Governorship : Why Religion Must Not Define Our Democractic Choice - Platform Times
Olalekan Shoyinka The recent statement credited to the Ogun State chapter of the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), urging Christian leaders to support the emergence of a Muslim governor in the 2027 election on the basis of “religious balance,” deserves a thoughtful response in the spirit of peace, ...
08/02/2026
Ayinla Egba Joins APC, Says Politics Is About Responsibility, Not Personal Comfort
Ayinla Egba Joins APC, Says Politics Is About Responsibility, Not Personal Comfort
Ogun State born journalist and politician, Olalekan A. Shoyinka, popularly known as Ayinla Egba, has explained his decision to join the All Progressives Congress, APC, describing the move as one driven by responsibility to the people rather than personal comfort. Shoyinka, who is the Convener of the...
26/12/2025
Abiodun’s Car Gifts To LG Chairmen Raise Fresh Questions Over Local Government Autonomy — Ayinla Egba
Abiodun’s Car Gifts To LG Chairmen Raise Fresh Questions Over Local Government Autonomy — Ayinla Egba - Platform Times
A prominent grassroots political advocate, Chief Olalekan Shoyinka, popularly known as Ayinla Egba, has commended Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, for gifting brand-new 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross vehicles to local government chairmen across the state, but warned that the gesture has reopened critic...
26/12/2025
https://nationallens.com.ng/2025/12/26/governor-abioduns-suv-gifts-to-lg-chairmen-laudable-but-raise-autonomy-concerns-shoyinka/ Governor Abiodun’s SUV gifts to LG Chairmen laudable but raise autonomy concerns – Shoyinka
Governor Abiodun’s SUV gifts to LG Chairmen laudable but raise autonomy concerns – Shoyinka
The Convener of the United Premier Movement (UPM), Hon. (Chief) Olalekan A. Shoyinka, has criticised the recent presentation of brand-new vehicles by Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, to local government chairmen, saying the gesture raises concerns about the financial autonomy of local councils. Go...
26/12/2025
Governor Abiodun’s car gifts to local government chairmen: A Christmas benevolence or a question of local government autonomy?
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17/12/2025
Shoyinka Commends Ogun Road Repairs, Warns Against Substandard Work
Shoyinka Commends Ogun Road Repairs, Warns Against Substandard Work
Abeokuta-based politician and Convener of the United Premier Movement, Hon. Olalekan A. Shoyinka, has commended the Ogun State Government for the ongoing rehabilitation of inner-city roads, while cautioning that poor supervision and substandard ex*****on could undermine the benefits of the projects....
24/10/2025
Tinubu’s Security Reshuffle Timely, Courageous — Shoyinka
Tinubu’s Security Reshuffle Timely, Courageous — Shoyinka
The Convener of the United Premier Movement (UPM), Olalekan A. Shoyinka, popularly known as Ayinla Egba, has commended Tinubu for what he described as a bold and strategic step in reshuffling the nation’s Service Chiefs, saying the decision reflects courage and a clear understanding of Nigeria’s...
19/10/2025
https://platformtimes.com.ng/opinion-will-obasan-dance-for-his-people/
OPINION : Will Obasan Dance For His People ? - Platform Times
A Political Parable by Hon. Olalekan A. Shoyinka (Ayinla Egba) In the ancient Kingdom of Oluwatedo, every two years, the air becomes charged with anticipation. Drums echo through the valleys, the rhythm of destiny pounding in every heart. For it is the time of the Royal Dance Festival, a centuries-o...