The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) Oyo Central Senatorial District candidate, Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, has expressed satisfaction with the Boye Nation/JAF Movement Mega Concert in Ibadan, describing it as a significant demonstration of support for the party. The event, held at the Open Tennis Court of the Lekan Salami Sports Complex, Adamasingba, Ibadan, drew a large crowd and featured Governor Seyi Makinde and other APM senatorial candidates. Ajadi stated that the gathering showcased the growing strength of the party across the state.
Ajadi commended Governor Makinde for mobilising political stakeholders and supporters for the event, which provided an opportunity for APM leaders and supporters to interact with the people and strengthen the party's grassroots structure. The event also saw the formal reception of thousands of defectors from the All Progressives Congress (APC) into the APM. The defectors, led by Ajiboye Sangogade, were drawn from various local government areas across Oyo State. This influx of new members is seen as a boost to the party's chances in the 2027 elections.
Governor Makinde expressed confidence in the APM's prospects in the 2027 general elections, stating that the party would secure victory across different levels of the election. He criticised the APC governorship candidate, Sharafadeen Alli, for his attacks on the state administration and advised him to focus on persuading voters to support his party rather than targeting the APM. Makinde reaffirmed his support for the APM governorship candidate, Bimbo Adekanmbi, and expressed optimism about the party's chances.
The rally was a significant event in the run-up to the 2027 elections, with thousands of people in attendance. Makinde's comments about the APC and Alli reflect the increasingly heated nature of the political landscape in Oyo State. The governor's assertion that the electorate would not allow the state to move backwards suggests that the APM is positioning itself as a champion of progress and development.
Ajadi's praise for Makinde's role in mobilising support for the APM highlights the importance of collaboration between party leaders and stakeholders. The defection of thousands of APC members to the APM is a significant coup for the party, and Ajadi's comments suggest that this trend is likely to continue. The APM's growing strength across the state is seen as a major challenge to other parties ahead of the 2027 elections.
The 2027 general elections are shaping up to be a closely contested affair, with various parties vying for control. The APM's rally in Ibadan was a major show of strength for the party, and Makinde's comments reflect the party's confidence in its prospects. As the election approaches, it remains to be seen how the various parties will fare, but the APM's recent gains suggest that it will be a major player.
The event also highlights the importance of grassroots mobilisation in Nigerian politics. The APM's ability to draw a large crowd and mobilise support from across the state suggests that it has a strong foundation of support. As the party continues to grow and attract new members, it is likely to become an increasingly significant force in Oyo State politics.
Key points
- The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) has welcomed thousands of defectors from the All Progressives Congress (APC) into the party, boosting its chances in the 2027 elections.
- Governor Seyi Makinde has expressed confidence in the APM's prospects in the 2027 general elections, stating that the party will secure victory across different levels of the election.
- The APM's rally in Ibadan was a significant show of strength for the party, with thousands of people in attendance and a strong turnout of supporters.
