Ondo ex-lawmakers target one million votes for Tinubu in 2027, pledging grassroots mobilisation after the APC rally in Akure

The Forum of Former House of Assembly Members in Ondo State has pledged to mobilise at least one million votes for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election, following the turnout at the All Progressives Congress mega rally in Akure.

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The former lawmakers described the rally as unprecedented in the state’s political history, commending residents for their participation and thanking Vice-President Kashim Shettima and other APC leaders who attended the event.

They also praised the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, for his role in mobilising party members across the state ahead of the rally.

In a statement issued on Thursday and jointly signed by the forum’s Chairman, Olumide Araoyinbo, and Public Relations Officer, Tayo Abidakun, the group said the turnout demonstrated residents’ solidarity and commitment to the gathering.

“The Honourable Minister of Interior, Hon. (Dr.) Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has demonstrated that he is indeed a leader. His effort at mobilising APC members across the state to welcome the dignitaries that attended the rally is unmatched,” the forum said.

The group added that the participation of party members, supporters and residents reflected confidence in Tinubu’s leadership and support for his Renewed Hope Agenda.

It said its members had resolved to contribute to the party’s mobilisation efforts ahead of the next general election.

“As good citizens of our dear state and loyal members of our great party, the APC, we have made up our mind to work hard and ensure that we achieve the target of one-million votes for President Tinubu in Ondo State,” the statement added.

The former lawmakers urged residents to sustain their support for the President, pointing to what they described as his achievements and interventions across various sectors.

They maintained that Tinubu’s policies and programmes demonstrated his commitment to national development, economic transformation and improved living standards.

The forum also reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening the APC and expanding its grassroots mobilisation activities, expressing hope that the participation witnessed at the Akure rally would translate into electoral support for the party.

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The one-million-vote figure represents the forum’s stated mobilisation target. The statement did not provide details of how the group intends to achieve the target or how its progress would be measured.