PDP Supports APM Candidate for Osun Governorship Election

The candidate for the Allied Peoples Movement in the Osun State governorship election on August 15, Adewale Adebayo, has received backing from the Turaki faction of the Peoples Democratic Party.

This faction, led by former Osun State Governor Olagunsoye Oyinlola, gave its support for Adebayo during an event in Okuku, Osun State, on Wednesday. They believe this partnership will lead to positive results in the upcoming election.

At the event, Oyinlola was joined by the former Secretary to the State Government during his time in office, Fatai Akinbade, and a former PDP South-West Vice Chairman, Tajudeen Oladipo. Oyinlola officially announced their support for Adebayo, the APM candidate.

Oyinlola said the Turaki faction of the PDP was joining forces with the APM. He mentioned that the relationship between the two groups on the national stage is now being seen in Osun State.

"There is an alliance between the Peoples Democratic Party and the Allied Peoples Movement. The Turaki-led faction of the PDP has adopted the APM candidate in Osun State," Oyinlola stated.

He then handed Adebayo the APM flag to symbolize the faction's endorsement of his campaign for governor.

Earlier, Adebayo made it clear that he is not running to negotiate with anyone else but to win and lead the state.

"We are not in this election to participate. We are not in this election to negotiate. We are in this election to win. When a cause enjoys the backing of respected elders, victory becomes easier. Today, we have come to seek a place under that same umbrella.

"Osun is blessed with a large population of energetic young men and women between the ages of 18 and 52. They are looking for leadership they can trust. They are looking for hope. They are looking for a credible alternative.

"We believe our party can provide that leadership. Therefore, distinguished fathers, we humbly ask for your support, your prayers and your blessings. Stand with us. Guide us. Speak for us where necessary. Mobilize with us. And by the grace of Almighty God, victory shall be ours on August 15," Adebayo said.

Osun voters are set to go to the polls on August 15 to choose a new governor. The current governor, Ademola Adeleke, is seeking re-election with the Accord Party.

Other key candidates in the election include Bola Oyebamiji from the All Progressives Congress and Najeem Salaam from the African Democratic Congress.