Ahead of the 2027 elections, political appointees of the Oyo State Government have unanimously passed a vote of confidence in Governor ‘Seyi Makinde and Hon Bimbo Adekanmbi.
2027 Elections: Political appointees endorsed Makinde, Adekanmbi
Governor Makinde is the presidential candidate of the Allied People’s Movement (APM), while Adekanmbi is the candidate of the party for the governorship election.
The political appointees supported Makinde in recognition of his exemplary leadership, transformational achievements and unwavering commitment to the development of Oyo State.
The appointees formally endorsed Governor Makinde as the APM presidential candidate and also pledged their total support for Hon. Adekanmbi, the party’s gubernatorial candidate in Oyo State, as they mobilise for victory in the forthcoming elections.
The resolutions were reached at a strategic meeting of government appointees convened by the Chief of Staff to the Governor, Bashorun Akinwole Akinwale, on Monday at the Local Government Staff Training Hall, Secretariat, Ibadan.
The meeting afforded participants the opportunity to assess the performance of the current administration.
They also reviewed the state of the party across the various zones of the state and deliberate on strategies for sustaining the gains of good governance and electoral success.
In attendance were the Secretary to the State Government, Professor Musibau Babatunde, commissioners, chairmen of government parastatals and agencies, as well as other aides and appointees of Governor Makinde.
Their presence underscored the unity of purpose within the administration and a collective resolve to strengthen the APM ahead of the forthcoming elections.
During the meeting, representatives from each of the zones of the state took turns to present reports on the situation within their respective areas, highlighting challenges affecting party operations, stakeholder engagement and grassroots mobilisation.
The discussions were frank, robust and solution-driven, reflecting the commitment of all participants to the continued progress of both the administration and the party.
Concerns raised by the zonal representatives were comprehensively addressed by the party and government leadership, resulting in a renewed spirit of unity, confidence and purpose among the appointees.
Participants unanimously resolved to work more closely with Governor Makinde, the party leadership and all stakeholders to strengthen the APM across the state and ensure victory for all the party’s candidates in the ensuing elections.
The appointees noted that Governor Makinde’s administration has, over the years, distinguished itself through people-centred policies, strategic infrastructure development, educational advancement, economic expansion, improved healthcare delivery and prudent management of public resources.
They described the governor as a visionary and courageous leader whose achievements have positioned him as a credible national leader capable of providing the purposeful leadership required to move Nigeria forward.
Consequently, the meeting unanimously endorsed Makinde as the APM presidential candidate, expressing confidence in his capacity to unite the nation, strengthen democratic institutions and deliver inclusive development for all Nigerians.
The gathering equally endorsed Hon. Adekanmbi as the party’s gubernatorial candidate in Oyo State, describing him as an astute administrator.
He was also described as a progressive-minded leader with the requisite experience, character and vision to consolidate on the achievements of the Makinde administration and advance the state’s development agenda.
According to the forum, Hon. Adekanmbi has the leadership qualities and commitment required to build upon the solid foundation already laid by the current administration.
This was as they expressed confidence in his ability and capacity to accelerate the pace of development across all sectors of the state’s economy and public service.
The appointees declared that the meeting marked a renewed beginning for greater unity, discipline and commitment within the APM in Oyo State.
They expressed absolute confidence in the leadership of Governor Makinde and affirmed their readiness to deploy their experience, structures and grassroots networks towards securing victory for all APM candidates at the polls.
The forum maintained that, with a united party, a tested and visionary presidential candidate in Governor Makinde, and a capable gubernatorial standard-bearer in Hon Adekanmbi, APM was well-positioned to deliver a new chapter of inclusive development, progressive governance and sustainable prosperity for Oyo State and Nigeria.
United in purpose and resolute in conviction, the appointees pledged that no effort would be spared in ensuring the emergence of Governor Makinde as the president and Hon. Adekanmbi as the governor of Oyo State, alongside the victory of all other APM candidates.
The forum further declared that the overwhelming turnout and unanimity of purpose displayed at the meeting were clear testimonies to the confidence reposed in Governor Makinde’s leadership.
It also acknowledged the growing acceptance of APM as the platform best positioned to deliver effective governance, stability and prosperity.
The appointees therefore called on party faithful, stakeholders, traditional institutions, community leaders, youths, women and all well-meaning citizens to rally behind the party’s candidates and work collectively towards achieving a resounding electoral success in the forthcoming elections.
They expressed confidence that through unity, dedication and grassroots mobilisation, the party would record landmark victories and usher in a new era of progress for Oyo State and Nigeria.
