Wike-backed PDP faction elects Oyo chairman

The faction of the Peoples Democratic Party loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has elected Abdulrahman Akinoso, a lecturer within the Division of Meals Know-how, University of Ibadan, as its Oyo State chairman.

Akinoso was elected through the celebration’s state congress held on the Obafemi Awolowo Stadium, Oke-Ado, Ibadan, on the weekend.

The congress, held amid heavy safety presence, started round 12:30pm, with all government members rising by way of affirmation.

Different elected officers embody Abiola Olaonipekun (Secretary), Latifah Latifu (Lady Chief) and A. Adeleke (Youth Chief).

Members of the committee had been Awoniyi Tolulope, Babatunde Gbadamosi, Stephanie Oyechere, Yusuf Abidakun and Olumide Aguda, whereas Phillips Adeniyi served as secretary.

The congress had in attendance representatives of the Unbiased Nationwide Electoral Fee.

In his inaugural remarks, Akinoso mentioned the instant focus of the celebration could be preparations for the 2027 common elections.

He urged members to put aside inside variations and strengthen the celebration by way of unity and membership mobilisation.

The chairman additionally emphasised the significance of the celebration’s upcoming e-membership registration train, which he mentioned would develop the PDP’s grassroots base throughout the state.

“Party executives should deal with coordinating celebration actions, selling concord amongst members and guaranteeing victory on the polls.

“Our instant task is to key into the timetable for the 2027 common elections as launched by INEC. As directed by the Nationwide Caretaker Committee of the celebration, our e-membership registration will begin subsequent week, and we should absolutely take part within the membership drive.

“We should put aside intra-party variations and focus our assets on selling the celebration. By way of consultations and dialogue, we’ll work collectively to attain victory in future elections,” he mentioned.