The governorship ambition of the Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin, received a significant boost on Monday as stakeholders of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, in Ido/Ibarapa East Federal Constituency declared their support.
A statement on Monday by the Speaker’s Special Assistant on Media, Mr Oyetunji Oyekunle, said that the strategic meeting was held in Ido Local Government Area.
It said that the meeting brought together party leaders, elders, and stakeholders from Ido and Ibarapa East Local Governments who deliberated on critical issues affecting the party and to strategize ahead of the next general elections.
According to the statement, the stakeholders unanimously endorsed the speaker’s governorship aspiration, describing him as a capable and experienced leader with the capacity to lead Oyo State to greater heights in 2027 and beyond.
They pledged their full support and commitment to mobilising party members across the Federal Constituency in support of his candidacy.
Ogundoyin formally declared his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election to the party faithful in the federal constituency.
He stated that his decision was driven by a sense of duty and a desire to deepen good governance, promote inclusivity, and sustain developmental strides across the state.
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His declaration was greeted with overwhelming approval from party faithful at the meeting.
Prominent PDP stakeholders from Ido Local Government who attended the meeting include Malam Yusuf Muili, Mr Akinsola Ayuba, Mr Kamarudeen Aderibigbe, Mr Akano Kayode, Mr Rasak Mabaje, the Chairman, Ido Local Government, among others.
Also, stakeholders from Ibarapa East Local Government present at the Federal Constituency meeting included the Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Miss Wasilat Adegoke, Prince Abiodun Olabiyi; Mr Yemi Taiwo, Mr Adewuyi Ojoawo, Mr Dimeji Oladapo, Chief Kamorudeen Adeyemi, Mrs. Yetunde Adebisi, among others.
In a related development, former Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory, Oloye Jumoke Akinjide, has resigned from the People’s Democratic Party.
Akinjide, in a resignation letter dated March 30 and addressed to the PDP Ward 1 Chairman, Ona-Ara Local Government Area of Oyo State, said her decision takes immediate effect.
“I hereby formally give you notice of my resignation as a member of the People’s Democratic Party, effective immediately,” she said.
The former minister noted that the decision followed careful consideration, having been a longstanding member of the party.
“This decision was not taken lightly, given the fact that I have been a member of the party since 2001. I came to this difficult decision after a long period of personal reflection,” she added.
Akinjide expressed appreciation to the party for the opportunity to serve and engage politically over the years.
“I am grateful for the opportunity to have been a member of the party, and the experiences and relationships built during my time as a member of the party.
“I appreciate the platform provided for political office and engagement, and I wish the party success in the future,” she said.
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that Akinjide is a prominent political figure in Oyo State and has held key positions within the PDP.
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