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Osun Polls: APC Running Mate Unveils 360 Grassroots Canvassers

From The Punch · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Benjamin Adereti, running mate for the APC governorship candidate in Osun, inaugurated 360 grassroots canvassers.
  • The team aims to engage undecided and first-time voters in Odo Otin Local Government Area.
  • The initiative is part of the APC's strategy to strengthen its campaign and grassroots reach for the upcoming election.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) is mobilizing its campaign forces in Osun State with the inauguration of 360 grassroots canvassers for the Odo Otin Local Government Area. Benjamin Adereti, the running mate to APC governorship candidate Bola Oyebamiji, launched the initiative, which comprises 20 canvassers and four coordinators from each of the 15 wards within the local government.

The initiative comprises 20 canvassers and four coordinators from each of the 15 wards in Odo-Otin Local Government, bringing the total number of campaign personnel to 360.

— Bello BasheerExplaining the composition of the newly inaugurated canvassing team.

Sponsor Bello Basheer explained that the "BABS Canvassers" initiative is designed as a strategic grassroots mobilization platform. Its primary goal is to engage undecided voters and first-time voters, ensuring they are adequately informed and mobilized ahead of the August 15 governorship election. Adereti, represented by Sola Soladoye at the inauguration, urged the team to remain dedicated and committed to their assignment.

The inauguration of the BABS Canvassers demonstrates the commitment of our party leaders to ensuring that every eligible voter, particularly first-time voters and those who are yet to make up their minds, are adequately engaged ahead of the August 15 governorship election.

— Benjamin AderetiSpeaking at the inauguration of the canvassing team in Inisa, Osun State.

Adereti emphasized that an APC administration under Oyebamiji would prioritize inclusive and grassroots-driven governance. He commended Basheer's support, highlighting the initiative's role in strengthening the party's campaign within Odo-Otin. "Elections are won through effective grassroots participation, and I have no doubt that this team will make a significant impact across the 15 wards," he stated.

Elections are won through effective grassroots participation, and I have no doubt that this team will make a significant impact across the 15 wards in Odo-Otin Local Government.

— Benjamin AderetiExpressing confidence in the newly inaugurated canvassers.

The convener, Basheer, added that the canvassers would complement the APC's existing campaign efforts by expanding its grassroots reach. He urged party supporters to remain committed to achieving the initiative's objectives. The APC's campaign is centered on promises of inclusive governance, sustainable development, and improved welfare for Osun State residents.

Our campaign is built on the promise of inclusive governance, sustainable development and improved welfare for the people of Osun State.

— Benjamin AderetiOutlining the core promises of the APC campaign.
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Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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