PDP Aspirant Dr. Wole Oluyede Appeals to Party Members Ahead of 2026 Gubernatorial Election

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In a move to secure victory in the 2026 gubernatorial election in Ekiti State, Dr. Wole Oluyede, a leading aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has appealed to party members to remain committed and resolute. The appeal was made during an enlarged meeting held in Ikere-Ekiti, where Oluyede acknowledged the efforts of party chieftains and leaders in reviving the party. Oluyede emphasized the importance of winning the primary election and the general election to realize his desire to serve the people of Ekiti State.

Key Takeaways:

  • Dr. Wole Oluyede has appealed to PDP members across 16 Local Government Areas of Ekiti State to remain committed to the party to secure victory in the 2026 gubernatorial election.
  • Oluyede has invested in reviving the party and preparing it for victory in the 2026 election, and he has received the acknowledgement of party chieftains and leaders.
  • The PDP aspirant has urged members not to leave the party, emphasizing that it is the only opposition party in the state that can wrest power from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
  • Oluyede has promised to lead the party to victory in the 2026 election by the special grace of God.
  • Despite the alleged defection of some PDP members to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Oluyede has stated that he remains committed to serving the people of Ekiti State under the PDP.
  • The PDP aspirant has informed that the ADC is a party for the 2027 general elections and has advised party members to focus on the gubernatorial election in 2026.

Statistics:

  • Ekiti State has 16 Local Government Areas.
  • The PDP is the only opposition party in Ekiti State that can wrest power from the ruling APC.
  • 2026 is the year of the gubernatorial election in Ekiti State.
  • 2022 was the year of the gubernatorial election in Ekiti State, when Oluyede was the candidate of the ADC.
  • 2027 is the year set for the general elections, according to Oluyede's statement.

Sources:

  • [Source -] A statement by Dr. Wole Oluyede's spokesperson, Gani Salau, made available to newsmen at the end of the meeting.
  • [Source -] An enlarged meeting held in Ikere-Ekiti, the capital of Ikere Local Government Area of the state.