On November 1, 2026, Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State and Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Alhaji Gboyega Oyetola, inaugurated 10,000 door-to-door canvassers in support of President Bola Tinubu's re-election bid. The event, held at Nelson Mandela Freedom Park in Osogbo, drew prominent political figures, including All Progressives Congress (APC) leaders, members of Adeleke's administration, and representatives of the Niger Delta political bloc. This mobilization effort aims to secure overwhelming votes for Tinubu in the forthcoming general election.
Speaking at the inauguration, Oyetola emphasized the significance of the event, highlighting the commitment, organization, and shared conviction in Tinubu's continuity agenda. He commended party members and stakeholders for their dedication to the President's re-election bid, noting that the presidential campaign is gaining momentum across the Southwest. Oyetola urged the canvassers to approach their assignment with unity, discipline, and determination to achieve their target of mobilizing 1.5 million votes for Tinubu in Osun State.
Oyetola also called on Nigerians, regardless of their political affiliations, to support Tinubu's continuity agenda and contribute to the success of his re-election bid. He urged the canvassers to carry out their assignment with sincerity, discipline, and unwavering commitment. Represented by the APC governorship candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, Oyetola acknowledged the massive mobilization of the APC structure for the inauguration, describing it as a testament to the party's unity and determination.
Governor Adeleke, represented by his deputy, Kola Adewusi, urged members of the Accord Party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and the APC to put aside past disagreements and unite in support of Tinubu's re-election. Adeleke emphasized that Tinubu's victory in the 2027 general election was sacrosanct. The governor's call for unity reflects the importance of a cohesive effort to ensure Tinubu's re-election.
The National Coordinator of the PBAT Door-to-Door movement, Sunday Adekanbi, urged eligible voters to collect their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) and mobilize support for Tinubu across the state. Tompolo, the Chief Executive Officer of Tantita Limited, donated 30 campaign vehicles to support the canvassers' activities, emphasizing the importance of voting for Tinubu. Tompolo's donation aims to facilitate the campaign efforts and make it easier for the canvassers to reach out to voters.
The Osun State Coordinator of the movement, Adeolu Olanrewaju, urged the canvassers to ensure that every household was reached and stakeholders were persuaded to vote for Tinubu. Olanrewaju emphasized the need for a thorough and effective campaign strategy to guarantee Tinubu's re-election. The canvassers' efforts will focus on mobilizing voters and promoting Tinubu's re-election bid.
The National Secretary of the APC, Sen. Ajibola Basiru, highlighted the achievements of the Tinubu administration, including the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), infrastructure development, increased allocations to states, and improvements in the economy. Basiru's remarks underscored the significance of Tinubu's policies and programs, which have contributed to the country's stability and growth. These achievements are expected to galvanize support for Tinubu's re-election bid.
Key points
- Governor Ademola Adeleke and Minister Alhaji Gboyega Oyetola launched a door-to-door campaign for President Bola Tinubu's re-election in Osun State.
- The inauguration of 10,000 canvassers aims to secure 1.5 million votes for Tinubu in Osun State.
- The campaign effort is backed by prominent political figures, including APC leaders and representatives of the Niger Delta political bloc.
