“Peace is not the absence of differences; it is our willingness to place the collective interest above personal ambition.”
As our great party, the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, prepares for for the 2027 general elections, I appeal to all leaders, members, supporters, and aspirants to remain calm, peaceful, and committed to the values that have kept us united over the years.
Recent discussions and growing tensions surrounding the emergence of party candidates have stirred strong emotions among many of us. That is understandable. However, we must remember that the strength of the APC has always been rooted in unity and respect for leadership.
Regardless of our individual preferences or political interests, we must continue to respect the process and decisions of our party. Whether or not we are in favour of those decisions, our loyalty must be to the progress of the APC and the continued development of our great state, Oyo.
Politics should not divide us; rather, it should strengthen our shared commitment to building a stronger and more prosperous party. Every member, supporter, and aspirant has a responsibility to preserve the peace and harmony that defines our fold.
I urge everyone to refrain from unproductive inflammatory statements and actions that may lead to unnecessary confrontations and division among party faithful. Let us embrace dialogue, patience, and mutual respect as we work together toward the larger goal of securing victory for the APC in 2027.
Together, in unity, understanding, and a common purpose, we can continue to make the Oyo APC stronger and greater.
Olalekan Ayorinde
Member, APC Oyo State
