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Kwara State Government’s Attack on Hon. Comr. Salahudeen A. Lukman: Setting the Record Straight
By Ahmed Yunus, Special Assistant on Media & Publicity to Hon. S. A. Lukman (Eluku Omo Adugbo)
In what appears to be a calculated attempt to malign the character of Hon. Comr. Salahudeen A. Lukman (popularly known as Eluku Omo Adugbo and Aluta Inspector General), the Kwara State Government has engaged in a smear campaign against one of Nigeria’s most respected activists and political figures. This baseless attack, spearheaded by the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the Governor on New Media, seeks to distort the legacy of a man whose contributions to student activism and national development are well-documented.
A Legacy of Activism and Leadership
Hon. Comr. Salahudeen A. Lukman has been at the forefront of student activism and political engagement for decades. Unlike certain political jobbers in the Kwara Government House, his credibility and influence extend beyond local politics. His long-standing leadership in student and youth organizations include:
Assistant Secretary, Association of Mineral Resource Engineering Students (AMRES), Kwara Poly Chapter
Sports Director, Student Union Government, Kwara Poly
Financial Secretary, NMGS/NAPE, Kadpoly Chapter
National Vice President (External Affairs), National Association of Polytechnic Students (NAPS)
Senate President, National Association of Polytechnic Students (NAPS)
National President, National Association of Polytechnic Students (NAPS)
Regional President, West African Polytechnic Students Union (WAPSU)
Regional Speaker, ECOWAS Youth Parliament (now West Africa Youth Parliament)
National President, National Union of Nigerian Students (NUNS)
President, PDP National Youth Movement
His qualifications, both academic and professional, are undeniable:
ND in Mineral Resource Engineering
HND in Mining Engineering
B.Tech in Mining Engineering
PGD in Environmental Engineering
Master’s Degree in Environmental Engineering
MBA in Oil, Gas, and Energy Management (in progress)
Beyond academics, he is a registered member of COREN, COMEG, NMGS, NSME, and CIPSM, making him a distinguished figure in engineering and youth consultancy.
Championing National Struggles
Eluku’s activism has resulted in numerous victories for Nigerian students and citizens, including:
Stopping the reintroduction of JAMB scratch cards for result checking
Advocating for the removal of the HND-BSc dichotomy in the public service
Leading protests against the hike in ATM transaction charges
Reinstating student union leaders wrongfully dismissed
Participating in national movements like the Save Nigeria protest and the passage of the Not Too Young to Run bill
Engaging the Federal Government to implement agreements with the Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP)
A History of Political Engagement
Eluku has been in active opposition since 2011 when he joined party politics. He was a key figure in the Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN), supporting Nuhu Ribadu’s presidential campaign. In 2014, he realigned his political stance and joined the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), where he has continued to challenge ineffective governance
Beyond Kwara Politics
His expertise extends beyond activism; he is a professional Mining Engineer and a respected youth consultant. His reach spans political affiliations, having engaged with figures such as:
Barr. Seyi Tinubu through the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS)
The Minister of Youth through civil society and youth engagement
Senior Special Assistants to the President on student engagement
Addressing the ‘Baby Comrades’ in Kwara Government
It is necessary to educate the young and inexperienced so-called comrades in the Kwara Government House that attacking a seasoned activist like Eluku is a fruitless endeavor. Their energies would be better spent urging their principal, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, to secure meaningful federal appointments for the state instead of targeting a man whose influence is beyond their reach.
Furthermore, allegations surrounding the SSA New Media’s family origins have raised questions, which only he and the people of Aran Orin can clarify. While he distances himself from his roots for political survival, true leaders embrace their identities with integrity.
Conclusion
Eluku Omo Adugbo remains a formidable national figure in activism, politics, and professional excellence. Attempts by the Kwara State Government to diminish his legacy will only strengthen his resolve and the support he enjoys nationwide.
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