The recent meeting of members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) party in the South-West region of Nigeria was a crucial moment for the political future of this strategic area. Held in Akure, the Ondo State capital, the event brought together prominent figures including the party chairman, Governor Abdullahi Ganduje, and the governors of Lagos, Ekiti and Ogun states.
At the important gathering, Ganduje stressed the importance of the APC strengthening its presence in the region ahead of the upcoming 2027 general elections. He clearly stated the party’s objective of capturing Oyo and Osun states, currently held by the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), in order to consolidate the position of President Bola Tinubu, particularly in the southern part of the country.
Ganduje confidently asserted that the Ondo State governorship election in November 2024 would be a formality for the APC, with the overwhelming support of all senior leaders of the party, including the incumbent Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa. He also stressed the need for the APC leadership to maintain unity and cohesion among the party members and supporters, with a view to ensuring success in the forthcoming polls.
The strategic meeting clearly demonstrates the determination of the APC to expand its reach in the South-West region of Nigeria and consolidate its position ahead of the forthcoming elections. With a winning strategy in hand, the party is confident of its chances of success and displays a firm resolve to capture new political territories in this key region of the country.
In conclusion, the APC meeting in the South-West region of Nigeria reaffirmed the strength and determination of the party to expand its influence and secure valuable electoral victories. This political mobilization marks the beginning of a new era for the APC in this strategic region, with high ambitions and a clear vision for the political future of the country.