The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ago-Are, ATISBO LGA of Oyo State, has received a significant boost in its grassroots mobilisation drive ahead of the 2027 general elections, following the defection of some members of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) into its fold.
The defectors were formally received into the APC on Tuesday by a party chieftain and philanthropist, Engr. Tosin Kolade Awodi-Oke, during the party’s Ward 7 general meeting held at Comprehensive Grammar School, along Ofiki Road, Ago-Are.
The development, which added political momentum to the party’s activities in the ward, was facilitated by Awodi-Oke as part of his sustained efforts to expand the APC’s political influence and consolidate its grassroots support base ahead of the forthcoming electoral contest.
Speaking on behalf of the defectors, Azeez Ibrahim, who led the delegation, said their decision to join the APC was informed by their conviction that they could contribute meaningfully to the party’s growth and electoral fortunes.
He expressed optimism that the APC would secure overwhelming victories in their respective communities, assuring the party leadership of their readiness to mobilise support for its candidates in the 2027 general elections.
Similarly, another leader of the defectors, Elder James, attributed their decision to align with the APC to the remarkable philanthropic interventions and community development initiatives of Awodi-Oke.
He particularly acknowledged the chieftain’s contributions to their communities, including the provision of borehole facilities, noting that such gestures had demonstrated his commitment to improving the living conditions of the people.
Welcoming the new entrants, the APC Ward 7 Chairman, Adeleke Wahab, expressed satisfaction with their decision to join the party, describing their defection as a welcome development capable of further strengthening the APC’s political structure in the area.
He assured them of equal opportunities and an inclusive political environment, while urging them to demonstrate unwavering commitment to the party’s ideals and work assiduously towards the electoral success of its candidates in 2027.
The party’s chairman also acknowledged the pivotal role played by Awodi-Oke in facilitating the defection, commending his consistent contributions to the party’s expansion and grassroots mobilisation.
He consequently encouraged the APC chieftain to sustain the momentum and remain steadfast in his efforts to attract more supporters and strengthen the party’s electoral viability across the area.