Amid the controversy trailing the treatment of Hon. Saheed Akinade Fijabi at the Oyo APC Youth Summit, a member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Remi Oseni, representing Ido/Ibarapa Federal Constituency, has described the action taken by the party’s youth wing as expected, citing concerns over party loyalty.
Speaking with journalists, Oseni acknowledged that while forgiveness remains important, party discipline and loyalty must also be upheld.
“He can be forgiven, because there is nowhere in the Bible that says anyone should not be forgiven. He can be absorbed back into the party, but that will dampen the morale of those who stayed loyal. That is where he serves his punishment for indiscipline,” Oseni said.
Reacting to the manner in which Fijabi was addressed at the youth summit, the lawmaker dismissed criticisms, stating that the response of the youths reflected their commitment to the party.
“They are youths; they will grow out of it. The way they responded at that time was important and expected. He is not honest to the party,” Oseni added.
Oseni further called for unity and discipline within the All Progressives Congress (APC), particularly among its younger members, warning that internal divisions could weaken the party’s position ahead of future elections.
