Prominent Opposition Members Join APC As Aiyedatiwa Campaigns In Akoko North East
It was a carnival like atmosphere at Ikare Akoko and other communities on Saturday as the campaign tour of Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the November 16 governorship election in Ondo State, touched Akoko North East local government.
The Governor, alongside his deputy and running mate, Dr Olayide Adelami, visited Iboropa, Akunnu and Ikare Akoko, addressing residents and engaging with traditional rulers.
The Governor highlighted the overwhelming support from the communities as a testament to the positive impact his administration has made in Ondo State.
At Ikare Akoko, headquarters of the local government, Governor Aiyedatiwa received royal blessings from the Olukare of Ikare, Oba Akadiri Momoh and the Owa-Ale of Iyometa, Ikare, Oba Adeleke Adegbite.
Governor Aiyedatiwa expressed gratitude for the warm reception and royal blessins. He acknowledged the role the monarchs played in his emergence as the APC flagbearer, attributing his victory in the primaries to their prayers and support.
Addressing the requests made by the royal fathers, the Governor assured them that these would be incorporated into the 2025 budget, stressing the government’s responsibility to ensure equitable development across the state.
Governor Aiyedatiwa assured that if elected, his administration would redouble efforts to prioritise the welfare of every citizen in Ondo State.
The Governor said: “I am truly humbled by the incredible show of support from the people of Ikare. Your commitment to our vision for a better Ondo State fills me with immense pride. Ikare has always been a beacon of progress, and your loyalty reassures us that our efforts are being recognised and valued.”
The Governor outlined some of his administration’s accomplishments, such as improvements in infrastructure, agriculture, and education.
“We have achieved so much together, from upgrading our roads to enhancing agriculture and investing in our schools, but our work is far from over. With your continued support on November 16, we can deliver even more transformation and development”, the Governor said.
During the tour, Hon. Stephen Olemija, a former House of Representatives member for Akoko North East/North West Federal Constituency, Lekan Bada, former Chairman of Akoko North East and candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), in the last House of Reps by-election in the constituency and another notable PDP leader, Momoh Mufu, also known as Apongan, defected to the APC and were received into the party by the Governor.
