A new political current is sweeping through Oyo State as Hon. Engr. Dr. Aderemi Oseni officially launched the Remi Oseni Committee of Friends (ROCOF) Leadership Assembly, inaugurating coordinators across all 33 local government areas and wards of the state. The high-powered event, which drew key stakeholders, community mobilizers, and political observers, has been described as the beginning of a grassroots-driven movement with statewide implications.
Delivering a rousing address at the event, Dr. Oseni declared that ROCOF is not a fleeting initiative but a visionary platform committed to advancing justice, equity, accountability, and sustainable governance. According to him, ROCOF is not a political party but a socio-political movement anchored on friendship, empathy, and shared development goals that cut across tribal, religious, and class lines.
“This gathering signifies not just the commencement of a journey but the birth of a movement—a movement inspired by hope, fueled by passion, and driven by our collective commitment to the people of Oyo State and Nigeria at large,” Oseni told the gathering, drawing applause from the enthusiastic crowd.
He noted that while ROCOF is non-partisan, it is not apolitical. He explained that effective governance and reform-oriented engagement can only be achieved through strategic political alignment. Oseni reiterated that the goal is not to campaign, but to mobilize, educate, and empower citizens to take ownership of the political process ahead of 2027.
One of the focal points of the day was the unveiling of ROCOF’s Six-Point Actionable Agenda, which Oseni described as the blueprint for the group’s operations in the coming year. At the heart of that agenda is a bold commitment to deliver Oyo State for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 general election. He lauded Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, praising key reforms such as the removal of fuel subsidy, the introduction of a national student loan scheme, and ongoing efforts to stabilize Nigeria’s foreign exchange market.
“These are not just policies—they are courageous, necessary sacrifices for a better future. President Tinubu’s leadership is visionary, and we must match it with loyalty and grassroots mobilization,” Oseni said. Quoting Tinubu, he reminded attendees: “To achieve greatness, one must be willing to endure temporary pain for future gain.”
Oseni used the platform to call on ROCOF members to act as community educators and policy messengers, helping demystify national reforms and rallying support for the administration’s long-term goals.
Turning his focus to state politics, Oseni declared that restoring APC to power in Oyo State in 2027 was non-negotiable. He argued that being in opposition had denied the state critical federal support, stalling development and alienating it from national policy benefits. “We cannot afford to repeat the mistakes of 2023. Our future depends on strategic alignment. The next governor of Oyo State must be an APC member,” he said with conviction.
He also sought to address anticipated concerns regarding ROCOF’s apparent alliance with APC, saying the movement’s alignment is based on smart political analysis, not partisanship. “ROCOF is not a political party. We are a family of progressives and patriots. But to impact policy and governance, we must engage through a platform—and APC offers the clearest path today,” he asserted.
In a powerful rallying cry, Oseni charged ROCOF members to begin identifying and grooming credible individuals from within the movement to contest elective positions in 2027. He described this as the third arm of ROCOF’s agenda: facilitating the emergence of a new generation of transformative leaders who possess character, competence, and compassion.
“We will no longer sit on the sidelines while others trade the future of our state for personal gain. ROCOF is producing candidates—leaders who will break the mold and champion public good over private interest,” he announced.
Other agenda points include advocating for the release of politically imprisoned figures, expanding political participation among youths and women, and launching initiatives to empower market men and women through financial access, mentorship, and training.
Oseni paid special attention to the youth, whom he described as Nigeria’s greatest untapped resource. “Our future lies in our youth. Through education, skills training, and leadership development, we will prepare them to take over the reins of power and drive our economy,” he said. Quoting Nelson Mandela, he added: “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.”
Addressing Nigeria’s informal sector, Oseni emphasized that market traders must not be forgotten. He described them as economic lifelines who deserve structured support and protection. “We will push for real investment in their potential—not just token interventions but sustainable solutions that deliver prosperity,” he assured.
As the address came to a crescendo, Dr. Oseni acknowledged that ROCOF’s mission would face opposition, skepticism, and political sabotage. He drew inspiration from the biblical account of Nehemiah, likening potential critics to the proverbial Sanballats and Tobiahs who oppose progress. “We will face mockery, misrepresentation, and resistance—but our cause is divine, and our resolve is unshakable,” he declared.
Wrapping up his address, Oseni issued a stirring call to action. “Let us not be ordinary members of an organization. Let us be torchbearers of a new Oyo State, revolutionaries committed to restoring the dignity of our people and rekindling their hope,” he said. “In unity, we are stronger. In purpose, we are unstoppable. Together, we rise.”
As the leadership assembly drew to a close, participants pledged to carry the ROCOF message back to their communities. With Dr. Aderemi Oseni at the helm, ROCOF appears set to emerge as a formidable force in the political and civic reawakening of Oyo State—one community, one ward, and one voice at a time.
