The Federal Character Commission (FCC) Commissioner representing Oyo State, Prince Ayodeji Abass-Aleshinloye, has declared that job racketeering and Marginalization are no longer tolerated in the FCC as he highlighted key achievements recorded in his first 100 days in office.
This as he stated at a press conference to mark 100 days in Ibadan. Abass-Aleshinloye said the commission has taken firm steps to reposition the Commission into a more responsive, transparent and impactful institution, stressing that unethical employment practices have no place again in the Commission.
“We have taken a strong stand against job racketeering, ensuring such practices are discouraged and brought to an end. Under our watch, it will remain a thing of the past,” he stated.
The Commissioner disclosed that within the period under review, the Commission facilitated 21 Federal Government employment opportunities for qualified indigenes of Oyo State across various federal establishments. He described this as a significant step toward ensuring fairness and equitable representation.
He also revealed that the FCC office in Oyo State has undergone a facelift to enhance professionalism, accessibility and efficiency in service delivery. According to him, the Commission has intensified public sensitization efforts to educate citizens on its constitutional mandate and principles, thereby improving public trust and awareness.
Abass-Aleshinloye noted that the Commission has strengthened its monitoring mechanisms to ensure compliance with federal character principles by institutions, which he said is critical to promoting equity, fairness and national unity.
He further noted that efforts are ongoing to enforce the FCC’s second mandate, which focuses on the equitable distribution of infrastructure and social amenities across all tiers of government, including federal, state and local levels.
The Commissioner announced the launch of a digital platform initiated under the leadership of the Executive Chairman of the Commission, Ayo Hulayat Omidiran. The platform, he said, is designed to improve monitoring, reporting, recruitment updates and information dissemination nationwide.
He commended Omidiran for her leadership and fairness to Oyo State, noting that her vision has strengthened the Commission’s operations across the country.
Aleshinloye also appreciated the support of FCC management and staff in Oyo State, fellow commissioners, political associates and stakeholders, attributing the successes recorded to teamwork and cooperation.
Reaffirming his commitment to transparency and service, the Commissioner called on residents of Oyo State to take active interest in the affairs of the Commission, assuring that efforts to uphold justice, equity, and fairness would be sustained.
The press conference was attended by FCC staff, political associates, stakeholders and other members of the Commission.
