Minister Urges Ondo APC Members to Unite for Tinubu's Re-election

The Punch reports on Minister of Youth Affairs Ayo Olawande's call for unity within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State to secure President Bola Tinubu's re-election in 2027. Olawande emphasized the importance of mobilizing youth and ensuring active participation in the upcoming presidential primary, framing it as crucial for consolidating the current administration's gains.

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The achievements of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu speak for themselves, and Ondo State has been a direct beneficiary of his commitment to national development.

Olawande cited "visible developmental strides" and increased federal presence in Ondo State as key reasons for Tinubu's deserving a second term. He specifically mentioned infrastructure projects such as the dualization of the Akure–Ore Road and the Akure–Ado Road, as well as support for healthcare institutions like the establishment of a teaching hospital in Akure and the Federal University of Technology Akure Teaching Hospital.

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These projects reflect the administration’s commitment to improving infrastructure and healthcare delivery in the state.

Furthermore, the minister highlighted the unprecedented level of federal representation for Ondo State, with three serving ministers and additional ambassadorial appointments. Olawande views this as a clear indication of President Tinubu's confidence in the state's political leadership and its contribution to national governance. The minister's remarks reflect the ruling party's intensified efforts in mobilization and consultation across states as they prepare for internal electoral processes and the broader campaign for the 2027 general elections, positioning Ondo State as a strategic player in the South-West region.

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For the first time in our history, Ondo State has three members in the Federal Executive Council. This is unprecedented. It shows the President’s belief in our capacity and our role in building the Nigeria of our dreams.