The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has unanimously endorsed President Bola Tinubu for a second term in office in 2027. This decision was announced at the Oyo APC Stakeholders’ Summit, which took place at the party’s secretariat in Ibadan. The summit was attended by several dignitaries, including senators, party leaders, and local government chairmen.
According to Senator Teslim Folarin, the party’s primary objective is to consolidate its 2023 presidential performance by securing at least a 35% increase in votes for President Tinubu in 2027. Folarin emphasized the importance of unity, stating that it is the foundation of any meaningful political progress. He noted that the party’s grassroots structures must be vibrant, functional, and connected to the people to achieve this goal.
The summit marked a significant milestone in the party’s efforts to reconcile its internal differences and present a united front ahead of the 2027 elections. Minister of Power and governorship hopeful, Chief Bayo Adelabu, described the meeting as the largest APC stakeholders’ assembly since the 2023 elections, emphasizing that peace had returned to the party. Adelabu stated that reconciliation within the party is already 90% complete and urged the remaining aggrieved members to emulate leaders who have embraced peace.
The party’s leaders and stakeholders have pledged to work together to ensure President Tinubu’s re-election in 2027. Senators Ayoade Adeseun and Fatai Buhari echoed the call for unity, urging party members to settle differences and work together for the party’s success. The large turnout at the summit was seen as evidence of progress in reconciliation efforts.
The outcome of the meeting has been hailed as a significant step towards repositioning the party for victory in 2027. Remi Oseni, representing Ido/Ibarapa East Federal Constituency, emphasized that the meeting aligned with President Tinubu’s reconciliation initiative and called on party members to support the decisions taken at the summit. With the party’s internal differences largely resolved, the Oyo APC is now focused on delivering a convincing victory for President Tinubu in the next election.