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In the early 90s, Prince Dapo Abiodun, the current Governor of Ogun State was an aspiring politician who was passionate about contributing to the development of his community. He formed a political organization known as the Dapo Abiodun Political Organization (DAPO), which aimed to mobilize young people and promote their participation in politics.
One
of DAPO's notable contributions to development was in the area of education.
The organization established a scholarship scheme that awarded educational
grants to brilliant and indigent students in Ogun State. The scholarship scheme
was aimed at promoting education and empowering young people who may not have
had the means to pursue their educational aspirations.
The
scheme was well-received by the people of Ogun State, and it helped to raise
the profile of Dapo Abiodun and his political organization. Many young people
who benefitted from the scholarship scheme went on to excel in their academic
pursuits and became successful professionals in their chosen fields.
We
should not forget in haste that, through the organization, that Dapo never
relented in distributing writing materials, such as a yellow cover note books
branded with his name and photograph, to Primary and Secondary Schools in his
environment.
Years
after, he made a move to become the next governor of the state but he lost the
ticket to Otunba Gbenga Daniel during the primary election of his then
Political party (PDP).
He
later moved to All Progressive Congress (APC) where he contested against late
Senator Buruji Kashamu of blessed memory, to represent his constituency at red
chamber and lost again.
Despite
his failure in becoming a Senator that year, Abiodun didn't give up in
supporting the youths of his constituency through education, churning out
series of scholarships.
In
addition to the scholarship scheme, DAPO also organized several community
development projects such as provision of clean water, and youth empowerment
initiatives. These projects helped to improve the living conditions of the
people in the communities where they were implemented.
Today,
Dapo Abiodun is the Governor of Ogun State, and his commitment to education and
community development has not waned. His administration has continued to
prioritize education and infrastructure development, with the aim of improving
the lives of the people of Ogun State.
In
conclusion, the Dapo Abiodun Political Organization played a significant role
in promoting education and community development in Ogun State in the 90s. Its
scholarship scheme and community development projects helped to empower young
people and improve the living conditions of the people in the communities where
they were implemented. These contributions to development are a testament to
Dapo Abiodun's commitment to making a positive impact on his community.
Though,
a certain set of people in Remo metropolitan area of the state, who are
probably the enemy of progress are spreading fallacious news in the state,
claiming that Dapo hasn't done anything since he assumed office.
But
research revealed that Prince Dapo Abiodun's 100 days in office, one of the
projects he executed was the renovation of most Primary and Secondary Schools
in the state, abandoned by the previous administration.
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