Engr. Raufu Aderemi Olaniyan has congratulated the indegenes and residents of Oyo state for coming into the new year hail and healthy, despite the challenges of 2017.
This was contained in a new year message released by his media office over the weekend.
The All Progressive Congress gubernatorial hopeful remarked that, The new year means new possibilities, new hopes and new dreams, he urged residents of Oyo state to celebrate 2018 with renewed enthusiasm for the future to come,praying that 2018 will be a destiny fulfilling year for Oyo state.
Engr. Olaniyan who is a fellow of the Nigerians Society of Engineers and former General Manager of the Oyo state Road Maintenance Agency(OYSROMA) and a retired permanent secretary in the Oyo state civil service also noted that 2018 offers a time to reflect on the year gone by and the beautiful moments shared with our families and friends, Express our gratitude to God, our loved ones and to let them know how they’ve been an important part of our life.
The Igboho born politician and front runner in the coming guber elections, also spared a thought for the people who have supported him through difficult times, he urged them not to relent in their pursuit for excellence and a better Oyo state.
He admonished residents of Oyo state not to allow the difficulties of 2017 dampened their moral, but rather look up to God in the new year and continue to pray for the leadership of the state and country.
Engr. Olaniyan who is also in the chairman and chief Executive officer , Westmidland Construction company, a world bank accredited outfit, noted that the spirit of New Year isn’t just reminiscing about the past but also looking forward to the times ahead with the promise of love and unconditional support for the development of our state and country.
He advised all to forgive the people who may have hurt them in 2017 and start 2018 on a bright and fresh note as there should be no room for hate in the new year.
He also encouraged all to make a new year resolution to love more, and seek ways to improve not only Oyo State , but Nigeria.
He wished His Excellency Senator Isiaka Ajimobi, the executive governor of Oyo state, Chief Akin Oke,chairman of our great party APC in Oyo state, all party excos and the good people of Oyo state a happy and prosperous new year.
