…By Dorcas Funmi for TDPel Media. Oye Owolewa, a Nigerian-born American politician serving as the shadow representative of the United States House of Representatives for the District of Columbia, is set to visit Nigeria on Monday, June 19.
According to a statement from his family, Owolewa will arrive at Tunde Idiagbon International Airport in Ilorin, Kwara State, at approximately 9 am.
The family’s spokesperson, Olayinka Owolewa, confirmed the travel plans.
Welcome by Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq and Reception in Omu-Aran
Upon his arrival in Kwara State, Owolewa will be received by Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq.
The statement highlighted the governor’s participation in welcoming the 34-year-old pharmacist.
From there, Owolewa will proceed to his hometown, Omu-Aran, where he will be received by the Olomu of Omu-Aran, Oba Abdulraheem Adeoti.
Hosting by Omu-Aran Development Association (ODA)
The Omu-Aran Development Association (ODA) has planned to host Owolewa on Tuesday in Omu-Aran.
The exact time and venue of the event will be communicated to the invited guests at a later time.
Owolewa’s Background and Role as a Shadow Representative
Owolewa was elected as the shadow representative of the United States House of Representatives for the District of Columbia in November 2020 and was subsequently re-elected.
He actively participated in the historic March 2019 Lobby Day, which played a significant role in gaining majority support for DC statehood in the House, marking a milestone in American history.
As a shadow congressperson, Owolewa holds an unpaid position and is responsible for lobbying for the statehood of the District of Columbia.
It is important to note that he is not a member of Congress.
Although the position was authorized by DC voters in 1982, it has not been approved by Congress to date.