GAC to Host Mega Southwest Gathering, Endorse Bola Tinubu For Second Term, Empower 1,000 Members
By Adeyemi Obadimu
The Global Alliance Council (GAC) has announced plans to host a major three-in-one mega event that will bring together members from across the Southwest region of Nigeria in a show of unity, political engagement, and grassroots empowerment.
The event is scheduled to hold on May 16, 2026, at the Faculty of Arts, University of Lagos, Lagos State, and is expected to attract thousands of participants drawn from the Council’s growing membership base across the region.
Speaking ahead of the event, Ambassador Kosile-Kolawole Oluwafolake Princess, a Board Member of GAC, stated that the programme is designed to consolidate the group’s presence in the Southwest while reinforcing its commitment to national development and political stability.
According to her, the highlight of the event will be the formal endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in office. She noted that the Council recognizes the President’s leadership strides and remains committed to supporting his administration’s vision for economic growth, national unity, and sustainable development.
“This endorsement reflects our confidence in the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and our belief in the continuity of his policies for a stronger and more prosperous Nigeria,” she said.
The event will also feature the official inauguration of the Council’s working committee, as well as the installation of distinguished patrons and matrons who have demonstrated commitment to leadership and community development.
Among those expected to be inaugurated as patrons are Anthony Adefuye, a former Senator of the Third Republic and member of the Lagos State Governance Advisory Council; Rufus Oguntunwase, and Barrister George Ogunjimi,
Hon Mrs Alhaja Aminat Oparemi among other notable personalities.
Adding color to the occasion, prominent figures from the Nigerian entertainment industry are expected to grace the event, with renowned Nollywood actor and academic, Afeez Oyetoro (popularly known as SAKA), billed to serve as the Master of Ceremonies.
In line with its commitment to grassroots empowerment, the Council will distribute palliative support to 1,000 registered members drawn from across the Southwest states. Beneficiaries will be selected through a structured and transparent process tied to their registration and Permanent Voter Card (PVC) details.
Ambassador Kolawole explained that the initiative is designed to ensure fairness and accountability. “Each registered member is assigned a unique identification number, which serves as a tally system. This number corresponds directly to the palliative item allocated, ensuring that distribution is orderly, transparent, and free of duplication,” she said.
She further emphasized that registration with a valid PVC remains mandatory for all members, as it forms part of the Council’s broader strategy to encourage civic participation and strengthen democratic engagement across the region.
With an estimated membership strength of over 10,000 across the Southwest, GAC continues to position itself as a formidable mobilization platform committed to collective progress, mutual support, and political inclusion.
“The Global Alliance Council is a unifying platform that cuts across the Southwest with the capacity to mobilize support for progressive leadership. Through initiatives like this, we aim to empower our members and contribute meaningfully to national development,” Ambassador Kolawole added.
The Council called on members, stakeholders, and the general public to participate in the event, describing it as a landmark gathering that underscores unity, empowerment, and a shared vision for the future of Nigeria.
