Former Oyo State Commissioner for Works, Professor Raphael Afonja, has formally aligned with the Allied People’s Movement (APM), declaring his readiness to work with other leaders of the party to strengthen its structure ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Afonja made his position known during a meeting with the Chairman of the Oyo State Local Government Service Commission, Bashorun Akinwale Wolekanle, and the Director-General of the Oyo State Project Monitoring Agency, Engineer Open Salawu, at Wolekanle’s residence in Bodija, Ibadan, on Sunday.
The meeting focused on unity, reconciliation and strategies for mobilising support for the APM across Ogbomoso, Oyo State and Nigeria at large
Speaking at the gathering, Bashorun Akinwole said the party was determined to build a formidable political platform capable of delivering electoral victories in future elections.
He noted that the decision of Professor Afonja to join the APM would further strengthen the party’s growing influence in Ogbomoso and other parts of the state.
According to him, leaders and stakeholders within the party have resolved to close ranks and work together in the collective interest of Ogbomoso Oyo State and Nigeria at large
“We are closing ranks to work together and deliver massive votes for the APM. We will ensure that all stakeholders are carried along as we continue to build a united and formidable political family,” Wolekanle said.
Professor Afonja, while expressing his commitment to the party, said the time had come for progressive-minded leaders to unite and provide credible political leadership for the people.
He stressed the need for cooperation among political actors, adding that his decision to join the APM was informed by the desire to contribute to the development of Ogbomoso and Oyo State.
Engineer Open Salawu also welcomed the development and expressed confidence that the collaboration among the trio would strengthen the party’s structure and position it for greater success in the coming elections.
