PDP Commences Grassroots Mobilization for Ongoing Voter Registration Exercise

Strategic Insights -

The People's Democratic Party (PDP) in Oluyole Local Government Area has kicked off a grassroots mobilization drive to encourage residents to participate in the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Permanent Voter Cards (PVC) registration exercise. Hon. Akeem Olatunji, the Executive Chairman of Oluyole LG, has urged party leaders and members to put aside personal interests and work towards strengthening the PDP ahead of upcoming national congresses and future elections.

Key Takeaways:

  • Hon. Akeem Olatunji, Executive Chairman of Oluyole LG, has called on party leaders and members to prioritize voter registration and mobilization, emphasizing its importance for the PDP's chances of winning future elections.
  • Olatunji has cautioned against the imposition of personal ambitions or factional interests, stressing that such tendencies could weaken the collective strength of the party.
  • The PDP in Oluyole LG has reaffirmed its alignment with Governor Seyi Makinde's vision for inclusive governance, with Olatunji praising the governor's leadership and coordination in reclaiming Ibadan North federal constituency for the party.
  • Stakeholders present at the meeting have pledged to undertake door-to-door sensitization campaigns to ensure no eligible resident is left behind in the registration exercise.
  • The meeting has resolved to intensify mobilization efforts across all 10 political wards in Oluyole LG.
  • Hon. Akeem Olatunji has attributed the PDP's past electoral losses in Ibadan North federal constituency to weak mobilization and unity at the ward and local government structures.

Statistics:

  • 15 years: The length of time the PDP lost power in Ibadan North federal constituency (2011-2025) before Governor Seyi Makinde's leadership helped the party regain its stronghold.
  • 8: The number of months since the start of Governor Makinde's reign in Oyo state.
  • 10: The number of political wards in Oluyole LG that stakeholders have pledged to intensify mobilization efforts in.
  • 10th: The Oyo state House of Assembly that Hon. Waheed Akintayo represents.

Sources:

  • "PDP commences grassroots mobilization for PVC registration exercise" (Source: Vanguard News)
  • "Akeem Olatunji: PDP poised to reclaim Oluyole LG ahead 2023 polls" (Source: Voice of Nigeria)
  • "PDP commences mass mobilization for PVC registration, says 15 years is too long" (Source: Sun Newspapers)