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Osun APC Pledges Support for Adeleke on Tinubu’s Re-election, Seeks Inclusivity

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October 30, 2026

As the sun sets on 2023, the Justice, Development, and Peace Movement (JDPM) of the Catholic Diocese of Oyo, is poised to host its much-anticipated 2023 Annual Farmers’ Forum. Purposed to revolutionise the agribusiness landscape with a focus on innovation, expertise, and economic empowerment, this year’s Annual Farmers’ Forum is themed “Towards Effective Proficiency in Agribusiness”. The forum is organised by the Rural Development Programme (RUDEP), a pivotal department under JDPM, which serves as the social arm of the Catholic Diocese of Oyo. Set to unfold on December 14, 2023, at the JDPM office, opposite Ajiga filling station, Mabolaje road, Oyo town, the event promises a congregation of farmers, agriculturists, agricultural enthusiasts, stakeholders, and others alike. A release from the JDPM office, jointly signed by the Programme Manager of RUDEP, Anthony Ogunnupebi, and the Chairman of the Planning Committee, Aseyori Adeniyi, revealed the grand aspirations of this year’s forum. The overarching goal of the occasion is to bridge the gap between stakeholders in the agriculture sector and hardworking farmers by creating a platform for the exchange of knowledge, showcasing agricultural produce and innovations, and disseminating pertinent information on agribusiness. With the theme “Towards Effective Proficiency in Agribusiness”, the forum underscores the importance of honing skills and embracing modern methodologies to bolster agricultural and economic development. It further serves as a nexus for fostering collaboration, encouraging dialogue, and ultimately contributing to the imperative of ensuring food security. As the curtains rise on this agricultural spectacle, it beckons participants to immerse themselves in a day brimming with insights, advancements, and opportunities, cultivating a harvest of progress and prosperity for the agricultural community in Oyo State. Justice, Development and Peace Movement (JDPM) of the Catholic Diocese of Oyo is a faith-based, non-profit and non-governmental organisation, which was established to cater for all people, with emphasis on the poor and the vulnerable, irrespective of religion, race, age or gender.

The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed its readiness to collaborate with Governor Ademola Adeleke towards securing the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the January 16, 2027 presidential election.

The party, however, urged the governor to ensure genuine inclusivity by carrying along APC leaders and members in the state in the proposed collaboration.

The Osun APC made the position known in a statement issued on Friday and signed by its State Chairman, Sooko Tajudeen Lawal, following a meeting of the party’s State Working Committee held on Wednesday.

According to the party, it has mapped out various strategies and activities aimed at mobilising support for Tinubu’s re-election, adding that its structures across the state are already working towards achieving the objective.

The party said it resolved at the meeting to work with Adeleke in support of Tinubu, while appreciating the governor’s decision to support the President’s re-election bid.

It, however, called on Adeleke to demonstrate genuine commitment to the proposed partnership by ensuring that all relevant stakeholders, particularly APC leaders and members in Osun, are adequately involved.

The statement partly read, “The leadership of the APC in the state appreciated the resolve of Governor Adeleke to work for the re-election of President Tinubu in the forthcoming presidential election, enjoining him to do everything necessary in order to incorporate all the necessary stakeholders, including the APC leaders and members, in the interest of a desired goal.”

The party also reaffirmed its commitment to working vigorously for the return of Tinubu on the platform of the APC, stressing that its mobilisation efforts would extend to other elective positions.

It disclosed that the meeting resolved to mobilise support for all APC candidates contesting National Assembly and State House of Assembly seats in the forthcoming elections.

As part of its preparations, the party said it would establish a campaign council to coordinate activities for its National Assembly and House of Assembly candidates.

It further resolved that party structures at all levels would be deployed to drive its campaign and mobilisation efforts ahead of the elections.

The Osun APC also commended its leaders for their efforts towards resolving the internal challenges confronting the party, expressing optimism that their interventions would strengthen the party and advance its collective interest.