Politics
2023: ‘ I’m the best option for Oyo South’ – Adegoke obtains nomination form
Olooye Adegboyega Adegoke, an aspirant for the Oyo South Senatorial District on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has obtained his nomination form ahead of the Primary, stressing that he is the best man for the job to give the district the best representation it deserves.
Speaking with newsmen shortly after he picked the forms at the party headquarters, Abuja, the Aare-Onibon Balogun of Ibadanland said his aspiration is borne out of service to the people of the senatorial district and the state as a whole.
Adegoke, a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (FCA), a business turnaround expert, an alumni member of both OAU Ife and the University of Cambridge Judge Business School Advance Leadership Program, and a philanthropist while expressing optimism that he will emerge victorious both at primary and general elections, noted that the district as a soul of the state deserves the best representation than what is presently getting.
“This is the first step any serious aspirant must take, this is where we would separate men from the boys. It is a gradual process and the movement is improving. I am quite sure that success is our by the Grace of Almighty God. I am committed to the cause and with support and commitment from my people, and our loyalty to the party, I know we are going to succeed and be victorious for the benefit of mankind, development of Oyo south, Oyo state, and Nigeria in general”, he said.
The APC chieftain continued, “As an experienced, passionate, and patriotic son of the soil from Ibadan South West, I will deliver the dividends of democracy to the doorsteps of every individual of the senatorial district, Oyo state, and the country as I am well equipped with all it takes to turn things around in the right direction. Oyo South deserves better than what we are getting presently.
“Oyo south is the nucleus of Oyo state, it is germane to the state, and I am confident that with my competency, antecedents, and experience, I will give Oyo South the best representation at the red chamber to improve the fortune of the district and the state as a whole.
“Before now and during the heat of the Coronavirus endemic, through my foundation, Adegboyega Adegoke Resource Centre, I gave cash donations to widows across the nine local governments that make up the senatorial district, six from Ibadan and three from Ibarapa.
“We have also trained young people both male and female in various vocational training ranging from chalk making, cake making, hairdressing, sewing, POP, and others. And we provided them with working implements and tools after the training.
“Years ago, we helped victims of the inferno at Ogunpa market and Omitowoju to come back to their feet. These and many more we are going to continue when we emerge victorious both in primary and the general elections.
“I want to use this opportunity to implore all the leaders, stakeholders, and members of APC to come together for the benefit of the party so that we can win the state in a landmark victory.
“God bless APC; Oyo South Senatorial District, Oyo State, and Nigeria”, Adegoke submitted.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has called on Governor Seyi Makinde to resign immediately, alleging that his recent remarks on state security exposed incompetence and an inability to lead.
Governor Makinde, speaking during his acceptance speech as the Presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) in Ibadan on Saturday, lamented that he could do little to rescue abducted school children and residents in Oriire Local Government Area due to all security structures being under federal control.
Reacting, APC State Publicity Secretary, Olawale Sadare, described the governor’s comments as “the height of cluelessness, insincerity, and criminal ineptitude,” warning that such disclosures reflect a dangerous trend among parochial leaders.
Sadare said, “Engr. Seyi Makinde could not find any fault in the nation’s Constitution, yet he swore twice to protect lives and properties of Oyo people. He has long enjoyed the powers of his office, controlling resources and people without challenge, but now faces a serious test, exposing incompetence, cluelessness, and ego.”
He added, “Instead of addressing security challenges, Makinde is exploiting the situation to push a mirage he calls a presidential ambition in 2027. His insensitive comments once again reveal hypocrisy. It is time he quit the office of the governor, having admitted he lacks the capacity to secure the state.”
The APC also recalled that previous governors, including Alhaji Lam Adesina, Senator Rashidi Ladoja, Chief Adebayo Alao-Akala, and the late Sen. Abiola Ajimobi, operated under the same constitutional provisions without similar security failures. Sadare particularly praised Ajimobi for establishing a Security Trust Fund to ensure funding and stakeholder involvement in security, in contrast to the current administration.
“Makinde’s presidential ambition is dead on arrival. Our concern is the continued loss, deprivation, and mismanagement the people of Oyo may suffer in the remaining year of his tenure. The state deserves a team player, a sincere and humble governor — qualities Makinde has failed to demonstrate in seven years. He should apologise and step down,” Sadare concluded.
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on Saturday emerged as the presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) for the 2027 general election following the conclusion of the party’s presidential nomination process.
Makinde emerged through consensus and affirmation by party delegates during the exercise, in what party leaders described as a demonstration of unity and confidence in his leadership ahead of the next general elections.
The governor was presented with his Certificate of Return by the National Chairman of the APM, Alhaji Yusuf Dantali, during a ceremony held in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, amid cheers from party faithful, delegates and supporters drawn from different parts of the country.
Speaking during the presentation, Dantali said Makinde possesses the leadership qualities, administrative experience and vision required to steer the country towards sustainable growth and national development.
He urged party members across the federation to close ranks and intensify grassroots mobilisation to ensure victory for the party in the 2027 presidential election.
The APM national chairman maintained that the party remained committed to presenting Nigerians with what he described as a credible alternative capable of addressing the country’s economic, security and governance challenges.
According to him, the emergence of Makinde as the party’s flag bearer marked the beginning of a new political movement aimed at restoring hope and strengthening democratic governance in the country.
In his acceptance speech, Governor Makinde expressed appreciation to the leadership of the party and delegates for the confidence reposed in him, pledging to work with stakeholders across political, ethnic and religious divides to advance the party’s vision for national transformation.
The governor assured party supporters of his commitment to inclusive leadership, promising to prioritise policies that would improve economic prosperity, strengthen institutions and enhance the welfare of Nigerians if elected.
Five key members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State have been appointed to the party’s campaign committee for the 2026 governorship re-election of Governor Abiodun Oyebanji in Ekiti State.
The Oyo APC leaders on the list include the party’s governorship candidate, Sharafadeen Abiodun Alli, former Senate leader Teslim Folarin, Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare, Zacch Adedeji, and Remi Oseni.
The list, signed by the party’s National Secretary, Sen. Ajibola Basiru, reflects the APC’s strategy of deploying experienced political figures with strong grassroots networks to ensure a successful re-election campaign in Ekiti.
“These appointments recognise their political experience and commitment to advancing the party’s agenda,” the source within the party said.
The APC committee is expected to coordinate campaign activities, voter engagement, and messaging, positioning the party for a strong showing in the 2026 governorship election.
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