Oyo State Governor, Engr.Seyi Makinde has broken his silence on why he chose Hon. Bimbo Adekanmbi as his preferred successor.
Speaking at the International Tourism Summit in Ibadan on Wednesday, Makinde framed his decision as a shift from partisan politics toward a focus on merit and administrative capacity.
The Governor addressed the growing conversations around the continuity agenda and the transition to the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) noting that he has been undaunted with queries on his choice and why he was unable to pick anyone who has served in his administration within the past seven years.
The Governor further acknowledged that the selection of Adekanmbi, a former commissioner with roots in the opposition, has sparked intense debate.
However, he maintained that the primary criteria for the next leader of Oyo State must be loyalty to the state and the proven ability to deliver development, regardless of their political background.
Governor Makinde was emphatic that the future of the state outweighs traditional party affiliations.
In his address, he stated, “For us, if you’re from Oyo State and you’re loyal to Oyo State, and you have the capacity, we will tap you to support the development of Oyo State.
And for those criticizing, let me say that for every Moronkola Thomas, there’s a Segun Ogungwuiy. For every Bimbo Adekanmbi, there is a Professor Babatunde. We’re blind to party coloration, we’re open to capacity that can move Oyo State forward.”
Meanwhile, Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Debo Ogundoyin has confirmed the defection of the State lawmkakers formerly in the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to Governor Seyi Makinde backed Allied Peoples Movement (APM).
Ogundoyin made this known in a post on his social media page on Wednesday.
In the post, Ogundoyin revealed that he led members of the State Assembly for a strategic breakfast meeting at the Iyaganku GRA residence of Hon. Bimbo Adekanmbi, who he described as as the consensus gubernatorial candidate for the party.
He framed the move as a strategic necessity to preserve the remarkable achievements of the current administration, asserting that the discussion focused on party unity and the collective responsibility of sustaining good governance.
He noted that Adekanmbi’s insights into grassroots development and progressive leadership make him the ideal choice to carry the mantle forward for the state.
Ogundoyin further urged political leaders to prioritize the interests of the people over personal ambition, maintaining that the future of Oyo State remains bright through purposeful and united leadership.
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