Don’t Turn Oyo State to a Warzone, Oyo PDP Knocks APC — Says Internal democracy dead in APC

Rallies Support for candidate

Ibadan, July 19, 2025

The leadership of the People’s Democratic Party in Ibadan North Local Government has berated the All Progressives Congress for its inability to coordinate itself ahead of the forthcoming bye-election in Ibadan North federal constituency.

While the PDP remains firmly united behind its candidate, Hon. Folajinmi Oyekunle (Don), a candidate of proven leadership, character and dedication, the All Progressives Congress (APC) continues to embarrass itself with disorganized, violent delegate selection processes, and bitter internal squabbles. The APC’s inability to find a suitable candidate to represent their party is a sad reality and a testament to their lack of internal democracy and proper coordination.

Today’s delegate congress, scheduled to elect voters for the primaries, was marred by violence and allegations of imposed candidates — a clear indication that APC leadership has lost control of the party’s grassroots. It is becoming increasingly evident that the APC’s house is in disarray, and their struggle to find a credible representative only confirms the party’s dwindling relevance in oyo state.

The people of Ibadan North have repeatedly expressed their preference for Hon. Folajimi Oyekunle, a distinguished former member of the Oyo State House of Assembly whose record speaks for itself. His commitment to good governance and his close alignment with Governor Seyi Makinde’s popular and effective leadership have earned him overwhelming support across the constituency.

The PDP therefore challenges the APC to quickly put their house in order if they hope to present a credible contest and not turn Oyo State into a war zone. Failure to do so will only confirm that this election is not a fair fight but a foregone conclusion — a victory for the people’s choice, Hon. Folajimi Oyekunle.

We call on all well-meaning citizens of Ibadan North to stand with PDP as we continue to push for progress, unity, and credible representation.

Signed:
Hon. Ademuyiwa Mustapha
Ag. Chairman
Ibadan North PDP LG