Former House of Representatives member and Chairman of the Oyo @ 50 Planning Committee, Honourable Saheed Akinade Fijabi, has reacted to the incident that occurred at the Oyo APC Youth Summit held in Ibadan on Tuesday, December 17, 2025, where he was booed by party youths.
In a statement issued after the event, Fijabi clarified that he was formally invited by the planning committee of the APC Youth Summit to attend the programme as a panelist.
According to him, the organisers also appealed to him for financial support towards the success of the summit, a request he honoured by making a contribution on Monday, December 15, 2025, at about 2:00 pm (WAT).
Fijabi disclosed that following the receipt of his financial contribution, the planning committee went ahead to design and circulate a flyer bearing his image, further encouraging him to attend the summit.
He, however, described it as regrettable and dishonourable that despite their repeated persuasion and acceptance of his contribution, the same APC youths and organisers allegedly unfolded a different plan at the venue of the event.
“This is not honourable and reflects extremely low values,” the former lawmaker stated.
Despite the incident, Fijabi said he harbours no grudge or ill feelings against anyone involved, stressing that his commitment to the development of Oyo State remains unwavering.
“As a leader, I will continue to support and provide leadership towards the growth of Oyo State. The development of the state is my primary motivation, and I remain undeterred,” he said.
Fijabi reaffirmed his resolve to serve Oyo State with integrity, adding that he would continue to pursue his vision for the state through honourable platforms that are receptive to his ideas.
