APM candidate vows to 'shock' APC in Ondo Central Senatorial District in 2027

Sunday Falae, candidate for the Ondo Central Senatorial District under the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), has boldly predicted his party's victory over the incumbent All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general election. Falae asserted that the Ondo Central Senatorial District deserves better representation and accused the APC of neglecting the needs of its residents, particularly in the state capital, Akure.

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I heard the APC bragging that they have no opposition in Ondo. Of course, everybody would say that. It’s just to intimidate people. What have they done for the people? No impact. But they know, and I’m sure their candidates know that they have opposition. Because when there are some names you mention, they will shake.

Falae dismissed the APC's assertions of facing no opposition in Ondo State as a mere tactic to intimidate other political parties and their supporters. "Trust me, there is opposition, although the campaign has not started officially; by the time the campaign kicks off properly, they will know that there is serious opposition," he stated. He believes that even within the APC, there is significant internal dissent, indicating a vulnerability that the APM intends to exploit.

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Trust me, there is opposition, although the campaign has not started officially; by the time the campaign kicks off properly, they will know that there is serious opposition.

Expressing strong confidence in his personal prospects, Falae, who is the nephew of former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Oba Olu Falae, highlighted his deep familiarity with the district and his established popularity as crucial advantages. He argued that contemporary politics increasingly hinges on the personality and popularity of candidates rather than solely on party structures.

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The chances are, the people and, luckily, politics nowadays it’s not about party anymore. It’s about personality. That’s the truth.

Falae's motivation for seeking office is rooted in his desire to expand his community development and empowerment initiatives. "What drives me is the people, and I always say this: I believe some people’s destiny is tied to me, to my success," he said. He emphasized his long-standing commitment to politics since 2010, during which he has not sought personal gain but has instead invested his own resources to empower people, a track record he believes will resonate with voters.

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What drives me is the people, and I always say this: I believe some people’s destiny is tied to me, to my success.