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Oyo: Unity forum to ADC congress committee chairman, Majekodunmi: ‘You are a pathological liar’
MEMBERS of the breakaway faction of the Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, (APC), dubbed ‘Unity Forum’ who recently joined the African Democratic Congress, (ADC) have described the Chairman of the Interim Committee that midwifed the botched congresses, Dr. Femi Majekodunmi, as a pathological liar and somebody without integrity.
The group, in a statement issued by its secretary, Dr Wasiu Olatubosun said it was unfortunate that Majekodunmi allowed himself to be used to disrupt the peace in the ADC, adding that history will not remember him for good.
Majekodunmi, had earlier accused some elements within the Unity Forum of being behind the problems in the party.
This is due to the accusations that have trailed the alleged hijacked of the party by loyalists of former governor Rashidi Ladoja and Chief Michael Koleoso.
Majekodunmi in the press briefing insisted that every leader of the groups that formed the ADC in the state, including the Unity Forum was carried along in all the decisions taken before and during the congresses.
Puncturing the claims, Olatubosun accused Majekodunmi of being used to scuttle the plan of the ADC to send the ruling APC packing in the forthcoming elections.
The statement reads, “before any state congress, there should be a valid list of delegates who are going to decide on behalf of their people. There was nothing like this. Only 5 local government areas were ready with their lists. There was no appeal committee. How can you do something like that without appeal committee.
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“It is so unfortunate that Majekodunmi is reminding us of the event of the past. If not, why would someone who admitted wrongdoings in a meeting he did with us three days ago will now turn around to say another thing. In a meeting he held with us at the residence of Dr Busari Adebisi, he admitted that they didn’t use delegates’ list but discretion. Are we using discretionary Excos?”, Olatunbosun questioned.
Asking him to justify how he inaugurated the Excos that emerged without congress, Olatubosun continued, “anybody without integrity won’t mind doing something like this.
“If he wants to deny that those people emerged through congress as they have claimed, they should present the ballot papers, the results and if it through affirmation, let’s see names of those who agreed to it.”
Olatubosun said he was not surprised as it was a Majekodunmi that was used to remove the late Premier Obafemi Awolowo during the First Republic.
He alleged that Majekodunmi is being used to destroy Oyo State, asking why only people loyal to Ladoja got all the major positions.
“Why is that only Ladoja group got all the major positions. The Chairman, Secretary, Organizing Secretary, Treasurer, Youth Leader and Publicity Secretary are all loyalists of Ladoja. If truly Unity Forum agreed to harmonisation, he should show us what we are given in the Excos. It is so unfortunate. And we will not sit and watch while our future is being trampled upon,” he added.
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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