Politics
2027: Oseni Pushes for United Oyo APC, Donates N10m to Party Secretariat
The federal lawmaker representing Ibarapa East/Ido Federal Constituency of Oyo State at the House of Representatives, Engr. Aderemi Oseni has initiated efforts to unify members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state ahead of the 2027 elections.
During his visit to the Oke-Ado party secretariat in Ibadan, Oseni, who was well received by the state executive on Monday, expressed gratitude to the party leaders and faithful for their support and nomination during and after the 2023 election process.
Speaking on the purpose of his visit, the lawmaker said, “I’m here for a few reasons. First, to offer my condolences to the party over the passing of our chairman, the late Barr. Isaac Omodewu. I also want to congratulate our acting chairman, Alhaji Olaide Abass, on assuming office. Additionally, I am here to provide an account of my activities and highlight President Tinubu’s efforts through the Renewed Hope agenda, aimed at bringing much-needed relief to Nigerians. I also want to express my gratitude to our party leaders and faithful for their unwavering support in my emergence. Without your backing, I wouldn’t be here today.”
He added, “I am here to engage in discussions with the party as a family, on how we can not only secure victory in the national elections but also reclaim power in the state come 2027”, he added.
In a statement on Wednesday by his media aide, Idowu Ayodele and made available to newsmen in Ibadan, Oseni noted that since the passing of former Governor Abiola Ajimobi, Oyo APC has faced significant challenges, as reflected in the last elections, leading to the party’s loss of the governorship seat.
He attributed this setback to the absence of a recognised and acceptable leader who could effectively manage and pilot the party’s affairs together with its executives and stakeholders.
Oseni called on other stakeholders to unite in order to reorganise, refocus, and reposition the party for victory in 2027.
“I urge all party members and stakeholders to come together and foster unity. I also call on the party’s executives to develop a blueprint that will return our great party to power. It is the responsibility of our leaders to come together at various geopolitical zones of the state to see whatever they can do in order for us to have a common goal as far as the 2027 elections are concerned”, the lawmaker stressed.
The APC chieftain pledged to support the smooth and effective running of the state party secretariat, while other stakeholders were encouraged to join in. As part of his commitment, he made an immediate donation of ten million naira (N10m) for operational allowances.
Oseni, who also serves as the Chairman of the House Committee on the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA), reassured Nigerians that the cost of essential commodities, including food items, would soon return to normal levels once road infrastructure is fixed.
He informed that the federal government, under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, had declared a state of emergency on road infrastructure and was ready to fix federal roads across the country.
In his remarks, the acting Chairman of Oyo APC, Alhaji Olaide Abass, thanked Oseni for taking the time to visit the party secretariat. He also commended the lawmaker’s continued support for the party and his positive impact on the lives of his constituents.
Alhaji Abass added that the party was proud of the lawmaker’s achievements and dedication to the development of his constituency.
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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