The house of Representatives candidate under Allied People Movement APM, Dr Wale Oyedeji, has called for the injection of fresh ideas and greater youth participation in governance to accelerate development.
Oyedeji, a lecturer at the Adeyemi Federal University of Education, Ondo, seeking to represent the Ifelodun, Boripe and Odo-Otin Federal Constituency.
He make this known while appearing on the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) guest platform on Tuesday in Osogbo.
Dr. Oyedeji said that the responsibility of transforming any society rest largely on youths who had greater stakes in the future.
According to him,the role of the media in shaping public discourse, setting the narrative right and promoting development can not be overemphasized.
“There is need to inject fresh minds and ideas into the political system to bring about meaningful transformation.
“We are bridging the gap to address every challenge when I come on board, and the media will have to do more in this regard,” he said.
The aspirant said no society accross the world could grow without investors, stressing the need to create an environment conducive to investment and business growth.
He highlighted some challenges facing his constituency as a priority, adding that he would work to bridge existing gaps if elected.
Oyedeji pledged to support legislation that would empower relevant stakeholders to contribute meaningfully to the development of the constituency.
He said such legislative measures would help to change the narrative and create opportunities for sustainable growth.
Speaking on the cultural interpretation of leadership, Oyedeji said there was a need to institutionalise ideas and practices capable of promoting effective governance and societal development.
Dr. Oyedeji also said if elected he will ensured Traders, Farmers and education programmes will be his priorities stressing that the consistuency that he will be represented will be given more attention.
He urged stakeholders, particularly the media and youths, to play active roles in building a society where ideas, innovation and inclusive governance could thrive.
Passionate about impactful storytelling, he is committed to delivering accurate, engaging, and insightful reports across diverse areas of public interest.
Over the years, he has built a strong reputation for professionalism, creativity, and consistency in journalism. His expertise spans news reporting, media coverage, digital content creation, and strategic public communication, positioning him as a respected and influential voice in the media landscape.
Driven by a dedication to informing, educating, and connecting audiences, Adewale continues to contribute meaningfully to the growth of journalism and digital media in Nigeria.
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