Women leaders and supporters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State have pledged to mobilize voters across the state for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 general elections. The women, under the platform of the Tinubu Torch Bearers (TTB), aim to take the campaign beyond political rallies by engaging communities, educating voters, and using their grassroots networks to canvass support for the President. This commitment was made during the inauguration of the Ondo State chapter of the TTB in Akure.
The APC National Women Leader and Convener of the group, Dr. Mary Alile Idele, charged women to take a more active role in the electoral process. She emphasized that the political strength of APC women must translate into grassroots participation, urging them to understand the electoral process and educate voters in their various communities. Idele stressed that women must not only attend rallies but also participate in voters' education and understand the electoral process.
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has declared the state's support for Tinubu's re-election, citing the administration's policies and federal interventions that have benefited Ondo State. Represented by his Deputy, Dr. Olayide Adelami, Aiyedatiwa stated that he had already issued an executive order declaring Ondo State "for Tinubu, 2027", describing the declaration as the position of his administration. He urged the Torch Bearers to base their mobilization on facts, dialogue, and constructive engagement rather than propaganda.
The governor also urged women to play a greater role in the political, social, and economic development of the state and country. He encouraged the group to help communicate the Renewed Hope Agenda to citizens, particularly women and youths, through community-level engagement. The First Lady of Ondo State, Mrs. Oluwaseun Aiyedatiwa, charged the women to regard their involvement in the mobilization as a call to service, with emphasis on grassroots participation, women's empowerment, and responsible political engagement.
The inauguration of the Ondo State chapter of the TTB marks a significant step in the mobilization efforts for Tinubu's re-election. The group aims to engage communities and educate voters on the importance of participating in the electoral process. With the state's support, the women are expected to play a crucial role in ensuring a successful re-election campaign for the President.
The APC women's leader emphasized the need for sustained grassroots mobilization ahead of the elections. She urged members of the group to take the message to their homes and communities, stressing the importance of active political participation. The women are expected to work closely with community leaders and youths to ensure a successful campaign.
The re-election campaign for President Tinubu is expected to gain momentum in the coming weeks, with the Ondo State chapter of the TTB playing a significant role. The women's mobilization efforts are seen as crucial in ensuring a successful campaign, particularly in a state like Ondo, where the APC has a strong presence.
Key points
- The Ondo State chapter of the Tinubu Torch Bearers has been inaugurated to mobilize voters for President Tinubu's re-election.
- The group aims to engage communities, educate voters, and use grassroots networks to canvass support for the President.
- The state government has declared its support for Tinubu's re-election, with the governor issuing an executive order declaring Ondo State "for Tinubu, 2027".
