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Call for dissolution of Exco ridiculous, reprehensible – Oyo APC replies late Gov. Ajimobi’s aide
The All Progressives Congress APC in Oyo state has described the call for the dissolution of the Executive Committees of the state chapter of the party as ridiculous, immoral, and reprehensible urging those behind it to use their time for meaningful and rewarding things.
There was a report published by an online newspaper on Thursday that quoted a former chief of staff to late Governor Abiola Ajimobi, Dr. Gbade Ojo, as agitating for the sack of Isaac Omodewu-led state executive committee of Oyo APC as a result of the loss of the gubernatorial election to the incumbent PDP governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde.
Reacting to the call, Oyo APC said in a statement issued and made available to journalists in Ibadan by its Publicity Secretary, Olawale Sadare, that it was regrettable such a position was being advanced by “a supposed political scientist who ought to understand what constitutes illegality, immorality, and criminality in a constitutional democracy.
“It is quite unfortunate that the likes of Ojo would be the one to force us out of shock and disbelief which the outcome of the last Saturday election had subjected us to. Meanwhile, we must express our heartfelt sympathy to all genuine faithful and candidates who were direct victims of the conspiracy which made Oyo APC lose on March 18, 2023, scandalously. We urge them to remain hopeful and strong as we shall all be vindicated in the end.
“Interestingly, Dr. Ojo has just revealed to the world the role he played in the conspiracy which played out last weekend. The medium through which he made public his outburst is enough to tell his story as one is out to finish a hatchet job. We are aware of the fact that many fake members of Oyo APC were involved in the script which gave a second term to Gov. Makinde and Ojo is just one of them.
“We regard him as a member of our Party only because he called himself one even though there is nothing on the ground to buttress his claim. Ojo neither attends party meetings at any level nor mobilizes voters for our candidates and each time he is featured on a radio or television interview, he would give his identity as an academic or pastor without any attachment to any political party. When did he now become a stakeholder in Oyo APC?” Sadare queried.
In the same vein, Oyo APC has warned those it described as dissidents and opportunists in the Oyo state political turf to refrain from activities capable of causing division and distrust within its fold to hijack the rewards due to genuine party faithful who worked diligently for the electoral victory of the President-elect, Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu, in the state.
“We have uncovered clandestine plans by some unscrupulous elements and power mongers to blackmail the current leadership of Oyo APC on account of the loss of the governorship poll. They are now planning to regroup after working against all the candidates of our party in the just concluded general elections and lay claims to the success we recorded for them to get a political appointment and patronage from the incoming administration at the federal level but they will fail”. The party said.
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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