Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has named Abiola Makinde as the Director General (DG) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the November 16 governorship election......See Full Story>>.....See Full Story>>
Aiyedatiwa unveiled Makinde
yesterday at the third APC stakeholders’ meeting held at The Dome, Akure.
The Ondo governor, who called for unity and renewed commitment from members of the party, urged APC members to intensify grassroots mobilisation.
Inaugurating the APC State Campaign Council, Governor Aiyedatiwa praised the commitment of party members towards the success of APC in the coming election.
“This is the third stakeholders’ meeting, and it’s clear that we’ve upheld our promise of inclusivity as a party and as a government.
“It is the party that is heading into the election. The electoral victory will require the collective strength of every party member.
“We cannot afford to be complacent; this is the time to redouble our efforts and ensure we deliver victory for the party.’’
He called on party faithful to return to their units, wards and local governments and mobilise voters, particularly those who may feel marginalised.
Makinde assured the gathering that he was committed to delivering victory for the APC in the election.
“I promise that Ondo State will remain in the hands of APC,” he said, pledging to lead a successful campaign that would consolidate the party’s hold on the state.
Ondo State APC Chairman, Ade Adetimehin, said the party remained one big family despite different opinions.
He said: “Ondo is a progressive state, and we will continue to be progressive as long as we stand united.”
Makinde is a member of the House of Representatives representing Ondo Federal Constituency.
He won election to the National Assembly on the platform of Social Democratic Party (SDP), but joined APC ahead of the 2023 general election.
He won re-election to the House of Representatives.
Other members of the campaign council include Chief Olusola Oke, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, Tayo Oluwatuyi among others.