Governor Dr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa has vowed that Ondo State will deliver nothing less than one million votes for President Bola Tinubu in the upcoming 2027 elections.
This pledge was made during a solidarity walk organized by supporters of the All Progressives Congress in the state on Wednesday.
The event, tagged “TinubuDatiwa Half a Million Walk 2027,” took place at the Ondo State Sports Complex in Akure. It was organized by Kehinde Akinrotoye, former Senior Special Assistant to the governor on Sports, and the Coordinator of the TinubuDatiwa Support Group.
While addressing the crowd, Aiyedatiwa commended the turnout of APC members and their enthusiasm for the programme. He described the initiative as a commendable effort that is both impressive and encouraging for Tinubu’s re-election.
According to the governor, the walk is part of a series of activities planned by various support groups in the state as part of their preparations for the 2027 general elections.
“This is a healthy initiative put together by one of the support groups here in Ondo State in support of the re-election of President Bola Tinubu. It is one of the several activities being organised to mobilise grassroots support ahead of 2027,” he stated.
As a “foremost patron” of the support groups in the state, Aiyedatiwa emphasized that his participation underscores his commitment to the cause and solidarity with the organizers. He expressed delight at the large turnout, which included government officials, civil servants, artisans, and civil society members, calling it a clear demonstration of widespread support.
The governor expressed confidence that with sustained efforts, the state would provide overwhelming support for the President in 2027.
“I am delighted by the massive turnout. People came out voluntarily in the early hours of the day, which highlights the importance they attach to healthy living. Walking and exercise are essential for physical fitness, mental alertness, and overall well-being.”
He added, “Akure is just a coordinating centre. The real work is at the grassroots, the units, wards, and local governments. I have advised all coordinators to return to their respective areas and intensify mobilisation efforts.”
The Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Mr. Henry Omoyofunmi, remarked that the programme demonstrated the readiness of the people for the Renewed Hope initiatives of the ruling party.
“This shows the serious efforts being put in place by the state for the campaign and re-election of President Bola Tinubu,” he said.
In his remarks, the programme coordinator stated that the walk was designed to galvanise support for the President across the senatorial districts.
“The essence of this walk is to mobilise support for our President across the 18 local governments and the three senatorial districts of Ondo State. This Half a Million Man Walk is a testament to the trust and confidence we have in President Bola Tinubu’s leadership and the Renewed Hope Agenda. We are committed to this journey, and together, we will succeed,” Akinrotoye said.
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