The leadership of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) in Ibarapa Central and Ibarapa North Federal Constituency on Tuesday formally presented its candidates for the House of Representatives and the Oyo State House of Assembly to traditional rulers across the two local government areas, as part of preparations for the 2027 general elections.
Speaking at the event, member representing Ibarapa Central and Ibarapa North Federal Constituency, Hon. Dr. Anthony Adebayo Adepoju, popularly known as Ibarapakan sought the blessings and support of the royal fathers for all APM candidates in Oyo State. He emphasised the importance of unity, collective effort and divine guidance to ensure the party’s success in the forthcoming elections.
Ibarapakan noted that the visit was aimed at strengthening the relationship between the party and traditional institutions, while reaffirming APM’s commitment to grassroots development. He urged the traditional rulers to continue to pray for peace, stability and the emergence of credible leaders who would prioritise the welfare of the people.
Also speaking, the APM candidate for the Oyo State House of Assembly in Ibarapa North and Ibarapa Central State Constituency, Hon. Lateef Adebare Akorede, said although he had consistently contested elections in Ibarapa North, but this is the first time he is trying a constituency election as a candidate. He noted that his emergence as the party’s candidate was made possible through the support and confidence of his political leaders, including Engr. Seyi Makinde, Otunba Seye Famojuro and Hon. Anthony Adebayo Adepoju.
Hon. Akorede said his electoral fate ultimately rests in the hands of the people of Igbo-Ora, Idere, Ayete, Tapa and Igangan, adding that his decision to formally present his ambition before the traditional rulers was out of respect for the revered institution and to seek their royal blessings for his aspiration.
He appealed to the royal fathers to accept him as one of their own, requesting their fatherly support and endorsement for his political ambition. He also expressed appreciation to the Oyo State Governor for his contributions to the development of the state and prayed for the overall success of the APM in the 2027 general elections.
Akorede further thanked political leaders across Ibarapa Central and Ibarapa North for their support and promised not to disappoint them if elected, while calling for unity among party members, stressing that cohesion and collective effort would be key to securing victory for the APM in the 2027 polls.
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