By David Akinadewo-Adekahunsi
Governors Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, Abiodun Oyebanji of Ekiti, and Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State have assured Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State of victory in the November 16 governorship election.
The three Southwest governors, under the All Progressives Congress (APC) platform, alongside the National Chairman of the party, Alhaji Abdullahi Ganduje rallied stakeholders in Akure, Ondo State capital, on Sunday.
At the stakeholders meeting held at The Dome in Akure, Governor Sanwo-Olu emphasised the need for effective mobilisation ahead of the Ondo election.
He said: “We are here to appreciate every party member. Whatever differences may have existed in the past, it’s time to set them aside and work together as one big family.”
Also speaking, Ekiti State Governor, Abiodun Oyebanji, highlighted the election’s significance, appealing to party members to remain united to preserve the achievements of the late former Governor of Ondo State, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu.
In their contributions, Senate Majority Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele and Prince Tajudeen Olusi also stressed the need for unity among party members in the state.
In his address to the party supporters, APC National Chairman, Alhaji Abdullahi Ganduje stated that: “This election is critical, and as party leaders, we must treat it with the seriousness it deserves. Victory in Ondo is non-negotiable.”
In their separate speeches, some chieftains of the party including Chief Olusola Oke, National Vice Chairman Isaacs Kekemeke, and others pledged to deliver for APC at the November poll.
Governor Aiyedatiwa thanked party leaders and stakeholders for their support, saying, “Our administration has laid the groundwork for sustainable development, and we cannot afford to let that progress slip away. This election is about moving Ondo forward, and with your unwavering support, we will achieve that.”
APC State Chairman, Engr. Ade Adetimehin emphasised unity within the party, saying, “There are no divisions in our house. Ondo APC remains one indivisible family. We will make the national leadership proud by delivering a decisive victory in November.”
