Oyo APC 2027 elections plan includes party unity, grassroots engagement, and new defectors as it aims to reclaim governorship from PDP
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has reaffirmed its position as a dominant political force, vowing to reclaim power from Governor Seyi Makinde’s People’s Democratic Party (PDP) administration in the 2027 general elections.
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Speaking at the grand finale of the 14-Federal Constituency Tour in Ibadan North, Senator Teslim Folarin, former Senate Leader and Oyo State Ambassador for Renewed Hope, described the constituency as an APC stronghold.
He attributed the party’s loss in last year’s federal by-election to internal divisions, adding that the tide has now turned.
“Ibadan North is a stronghold of APC. The division within our party led to PDP’s fluke victory. Today, we are united and ready to deliver Tinubu and dislodge the dead PDP from Agodi in 2027,” Folarin said.
The rally also showcased a wave of defections, with hundreds of former PDP and Labour Party members joining APC.
Key figures included former Council Chairman Hon. Yusuf Shuab, Agba Egbe, former PDP Local Government Chairman Hon. Seun Adelore, and Labour Party leaders Hon. Babatunde Olugbenga and Hon. Afeez Abiola.
Defectors cited good governance and inclusive leadership as motivating factors for joining the APC.
Dr. (Mrs.) Florence Ajimobi, wife of a former Oyo Governor, praised APC leaders for sustaining unity and rebuilding grassroots confidence, urging discipline and organisation as preparations for 2027 intensify.
Minister of Power Chief Adebayo Adelabu highlighted the achievements of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, calling on Nigerians to support the APC to sustain what he described as a path of progress.
Senator Sharafadeen Alli, the chief host, described the Unity and Peace rally as “the tip of the iceberg” of growing support for Tinubu and the party.
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With the conclusion of the 14-Federal Constituency Tour, party leaders, including Alhaji Olayide Abass, Senators Abdulfatai Buhari, Yunus Akintunde, and Ayo Adeseun, outlined plans for sustained grassroots engagement, voter mobilisation, and promotion of the Renewed Hope Agenda leading into the 2027 elections.
