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From Lateef Dada, Osogbo
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Hon. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has said recent defections by some party members will not weaken the party’s structure, popularity, or electoral prospects ahead of the August 15 governorship election.
In a statement released to journalists in Osogbo on Sunday, Oyintiloye said defections are common during election periods and do not pose a threat to the APC’s determination to reclaim power in the state.
Oyintiloye insisted the APC is “bigger than any individual or group”, pointing to its long-standing foundation and extensive grassroots presence across wards, polling units, communities, and local government areas. He argued that the “strength of our party resides in the people”.
He added that the party’s morale has been boosted by Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO), the APC governorship candidate, whom he described as widely acceptable and credible, with broad support cutting across religion, age groups, and professional backgrounds.
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Oyintiloye claimed that “there is no community” in Osun where the AMBO movement is not gaining momentum, saying other candidates do not match AMBO’s goodwill and political momentum.
The APC stalwart urged party leaders, elected officials, stakeholders, and members to remain united, intensify grassroots mobilisation, and focus on consultations and reconciliation to strengthen internal cohesion.
He warned against distractions and pessimism, saying the party is fully positioned for victory and reaffirmed confidence that the APC will emerge victorious on August 15, 2026.
Oyintiloye also urged the APC leadership to investigate the grievances of some members and take steps to prevent further defections, stressing that every member matters to the party’s electoral success.
