Ekiti Battleground: ADC Unleashes Political Giants in Final Push to Topple APC

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) concluded its governorship campaign in Ekiti State with a grand finale rally in Ado-Ekiti, led by prominent national figures. The party’s National Chairman, Senator David Mark, and National Secretary, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, spearheaded the event on Thursday, urging voters to cast their ballots for the ADC candidate in the upcoming Saturday’s governorship election. The central message of the rally was a strong appeal to the people of Ekiti to reject the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and elect a governor who would truly represent their choice and deliver on their aspirations.

During the rally, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola delivered a scathing critique of the current state of governance in the country, accusing the APC of a profound failure to meet the expectations of Nigerian citizens. He highlighted the worsening issues of insecurity and economic hardship under the current administration, asserting that national resources were being mismanaged and not deployed in the interest of ordinary people. Aregbesola starkly declared, “Your country has been abducted,” elaborating that Nigerians were not only burdened by ransoms paid to bandits and terrorists but also suffering the consequences of poor governance. He passionately called upon Nigerians to decisively reject the ruling party at all electoral levels and embrace their responsibility to change the nation’s political direction through the ballot box.

Echoing the sentiments of his colleague, Senator David Mark addressed the enthusiastic party supporters, emphasizing that the people of Ekiti had waited long enough and deserved a governor who would genuinely reflect their aspirations and ensure good governance. He encouraged citizens to turn out en masse and vote for their chosen candidate, expressing his firm belief that their collective votes would lead to the inauguration of a new, people-oriented government. The rally served as a powerful platform for the ADC to convey its vision for a better future for Ekiti State.

The ADC formally presented its governorship candidate, Ambassador Dare Bejide, to the assembled supporters. The party leadership assured the electorate that Ambassador Bejide possesses the capability to establish a government that accurately mirrors the aspirations and expectations of the people of Ekiti. Ambassador Bejide is contesting to unseat the incumbent administration in the impending Saturday governorship election. This grand finale marked the party's final significant campaign outing prior to the critical poll, aiming to consolidate support and galvanize voters in the crucial days leading up to the election.