Ahead of the 2026 governorship election in Ekiti State, Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adeoye Aribasoye, has issued a strong warning to members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) who may be plotting against the unity and electoral success of the party. Addressing a gathering of party members in Ikole Local Government Area, Aribasoye stated categorically that any member caught working against the collective interest of the APC would face disciplinary action, including suspension, in line with the party’s constitution.
According to the Speaker, the peace and harmony currently enjoyed under the leadership of Governor Biodun Oyebanji must not be jeopardized by internal saboteurs. He called on members to uphold party discipline and refrain from aligning with opposition elements whose goal, he claimed, is to destabilize the APC from within. “You cannot be a fifth columnist in our camp and not be dealt with. Saboteurs cannot be pampered and allowed to ruin the great efforts that brought our party to the current height of victory,” Aribasoye declared.
Oyebanji Endorsed for Second Term by Grassroots Supporters
During the political gathering at Ward 10, Oke Ayedun in Ikole, APC members unanimously endorsed Governor Biodun Oyebanji for a second term. The endorsement, seen as a major show of grassroots confidence in the Governor, followed a motion moved by Otunba Olu Ogunleye and seconded by Chief Mrs. Ojo, the Yeye Ewi of Esun Ekiti. The endorsement received a resounding “yes” from all present.
Speaker Aribasoye, who supervised the process, praised the decision and noted that Oyebanji’s performance in under three years had surpassed expectations. He cited the administration’s commitment to development, infrastructure, and welfare delivery as proof that the Governor deserves another mandate. “This endorsement is a validation of Governor Oyebanji’s tireless service and delivery on his promises,” Aribasoye said.
Rumours of Tinubu’s Endorsement of Another Candidate Debunked by Aribasoye
Aribasoye also addressed recent speculations suggesting that the national leadership of the APC, including President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, may be considering a different candidate for the 2026 governorship race. Describing the claims as “ridiculous” and “propagandist,” the Speaker asserted that President Tinubu is far too strategic and politically savvy to impose an unknown name on Ekiti.
“The President that I know is too calculative and ingenious for such fabricated lies. He’s a veteran in the game of politics and not someone who will gamble with a strategic election like that of Ekiti State,” he said. Aribasoye maintained that both state and national stakeholders remain firmly behind Oyebanji and dismissed any suggestion of external imposition.
Party Chairman, Stakeholders Vow to Maintain Unity
Bosun Ogunmosunle, the APC Ward Chairman in Oke Ayedun, expressed strong confidence in the Oyebanji-led government and vowed that any attempts to cause division within the ward would be swiftly resisted. He emphasized that the ward’s leadership and members are committed to safeguarding the unity and cohesion of the party as it heads toward a critical election.
Meanwhile, the Speaker joined other leaders to welcome a group of defectors from the opposition into the APC family in Ikole West LCDA. He urged the new entrants to integrate fully and contribute meaningfully to the party’s ongoing efforts. “We are glad to receive you, but we also urge you not to be tools in the hands of those trying to destabilize our fold. Let’s work together in loyalty and sincerity,” Aribasoye appealed.
APC Mobilizes for Mega Endorsement Rally Set for July 28
In the build-up to a grand endorsement event scheduled for July 28, Speaker Aribasoye, who chairs the venue sub-committee, called on APC faithful across the state to intensify mobilisation. The event will not only formally endorse Governor Oyebanji and his Deputy for another term but will also express support for President Bola Tinubu’s leadership.
He advised that ambitions for other elective positions be put on hold for now to allow for undivided focus on the task of returning Oyebanji to office. “This is not the time for personal political pursuits. Let’s rally around the Governor and present a united front to ensure the continuity of good governance in Ekiti,” Aribasoye urged.
The political landscape in Ekiti is heating up, and as party leaders lock arms behind the Governor’s re-election, all eyes are on how the APC will manage internal dissent, welcome new allies, and prepare for what promises to be a fiercely contested 2026 poll.
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