The recent local government election in Oyo State shed light on the issue surrounding Nigeria’s local government electioneering system. It further highlights both its validity and hidden flaws.
Beyond the setback experienced by the main opposition party, APC, in the inconsequential election, there’s an urgent need for the party to conduct a comprehensive post-mortem analysis of the electoral process. Appropriate lessons must be learned, unlearned, and relearned to navigate the path towards the 2027 election.
The party must address and discourage the tendency of stakeholders neglecting party duties when their support is most crucially needed.
In this context, the contributions of Akinjide Kazeem Akinola to the All Progressives Congress (APC) during the recent local government election in Egbeda/Ona-Ara Federal Constituency stand out amidst the backdrop of some stakeholders running away from investing in the party. While acknowledging the contributions of other stakeholders, it’s evident that some key beneficiaries of the party, APC, in the constituency often run away from performing their responsibilities towards the party.
Testimonies from APC stakeholders and candidates in the recent election unanimously affirm Akinjide Kazeem Akinola’s unmatched dedication and support to APC. His efforts went beyond mere lip service; he demonstrated a level of commitment unmatched by others in the constituency. His impact was evident and widely acknowledged.
Speaking with the APC Chairmanship candidate for Egbeda Local Government, it’s clear that Akinjide Kazeem Akinola’s support was indispensable in navigating the election process, even though, it didn’t go the way the party wanted. But his proactive approach yielded adequate provisions and support for both the Chairmanship and Councilorship candidates across the local government areas of his catchment.
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In his hometown of Ona-Ara, Akinjide Kazeem Akinola’s support has undoubtedly earned him the respect and gratitude of candidates like Hon. Ismail Akanni Ere and the eleven councilorship candidates. His selfless dedication to rallying support and strengthening the party at the grassroots level is commendable.
I doubt that if a committee of progressive rescuers is formed today in his constituency, he will be made the chairman of the committee to oversee APC’s affairs in the Constituency. It’s indisputable that Akinjide Kazeem Akinola has merited the right to do
He has consistently proven his mettle as a political rescuer and a champion of grassroots development.Akintunde Yusuf
Erunmu, Ward 1
Egbeda Local Government, Oyo State
