THE Allied Peoples Movement (APM) has adopted Bimbo Adekanmbi as its consensus governorship candidate for the 2027 general elections in Oyo State.
The adoption took place during the party’s governorship and legislative primary elections held on Thursday at the Watershed Event Centre along Old Ife Road in Ibadan.
Speaking at the event, the Oyo State Chairman of the APM, Otunba Adegbenro Fagbemi, said the alliance between the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the APM would produce positive results for both Oyo State and the country.
Adekanmbi, alongside candidates for the Senate, House of Representatives and House of Assembly, was presented to party members and stakeholders, who ratified them as consensus candidates.
While presenting certificates of return to the candidates, Fagbemi described Adekanmbi as a bridge builder capable of sustaining the developmental strides of Governor Seyi Makinde and ensuring continued good governance in the state.
In his acceptance speech, Adekanmbi assured residents that his administration would continue the Omituntun vision championed by the current government.
He promised sustained development across the state and pledged to prioritise the security and welfare of residents.
Adekanmbi also called for unity among party leaders, stakeholders and supporters, stressing that the future of Oyo State should take precedence over personal interests and political ambitions.
According to him, achieving progress in the state would require collective sacrifice, cooperation and shared commitment from all stakeholders.
He expressed appreciation to Governor Seyi Makinde for his support, friendship and political partnership over the years, adding that the governor’s contributions to the development and democratic growth of Oyo State would remain significant in the state’s history.
Several party leaders and dignitaries also spoke at the event, urging residents to support all APM candidates in the 2027 elections.
Among those present were the Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Bayo Lawal; former Deputy Governor, Hamid Gbadamosi; Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Adebo Ogundoyin; Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Musibau Babatunde; Chief of Staff, Segun Ogunwuyi; and other government officials, lawmakers, party leaders and local government chairmen.
