By Allen Sowore, Esq.
Ondo State Governor, His Excellency Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has declared that the state chapter chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Engr. Ade Adetimehin, has no other job than to produce governors for the state at every general election.
Aiyedatiwa made this pronouncement during a stakeholders’ meeting held on Friday, May 25, 2024, at the Dome Event Center, Alagbaka, Akure.
“This gathering marks a pivotal moment, the second since I took office as governor. It’s imperative that we stand united. All our leaders must be involved.
“Individual preferences for the party’s flag bearer before the primary election are behind us. Today, we stand united as one cohesive party.
“While the major issue of electing the party flag bearer has been settled, ongoing consultations are vital. None of us have abandoned our commitment to the party’s unity. To those who previously held differing opinions, I urge you to reunite with the party family.
“Let’s spread the message that our party stands as one. The primaries are concluded; now, it’s time to fortify our party at every level. Our constituents need encouragement beyond election cycles.
“The Chairman of our esteemed party, Engr. Ade Adetimehin, has no other job than to produce governors for the state at every general election.
“The current atmosphere resembles post-election anticipation. Let’s return to our local constituencies and engage leaders across all factions. You have to compile a list of ten individuals who have contributed to our party’s success and submit it for review. The government will verify compliance before making an official announcement.”
Earlier, while delivering his welcome address, the Chairman of the party, Engr. Ade Adetimehin, said, “The primary election has come and gone. We must be reunited to fight for the real election on November 16, 2024.
“I’m here to welcome all our leaders across the 18 LGAs and 203 political wards in the state.
“I say again, all the politicians in Ondo—heavyweight politicians—the Irokos, the Arabas, all the people that matter, are currently in the party.
“There’s no one who can do it alone. Let’s forgive one another. Look at the broom, our party’s logo: for it to be able to clear cobwebs, it must be united.
“This is our time; this is our turn to make this party great. Let’s put the party’s interest on the front burner. Let APC continue to rule Ondo State.
“In respect of the just-concluded primary election, we have set up two committees, and they are working.
“In the middle of it, we have equally set up a ten-man committee with me as chairman and Pa Pius Akintelure as co-chairman. We have had an interface with all the aspirants to see reasons why this house should stand. It’s turn by turn.
“Tomorrow, we will have a meeting with the Governor to present their terms for an amicable resolution.
“Lastly, meetings are important in every political party, and there’s no gain or benefit in second position.
“I want to appeal because INEC will soon start voter registration, and we cannot leave everything to the government. We must all participate as leaders to mobilize our people for the voter registration,” he said.
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