By Chidinma Ewunonu-Aluko, Ibadan
The Oyo State Secretary of the Accord Party, Hon. Olayinka Dairo, says the party is united and preparing to take over the leadership mantle in Oyo State, come 2027.
"For 2027 prospects, Accord is strong in Oyo State, preparing to take the leadership mantle. We are engaging other parties and expanding our members also," he said.
Dairo, in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Ibadan on Tuesday therefore, dismissed alleged claims of factions within the party.
He affirmed that the national executives, led by the Chairman, Hon. Maxwell Mgbudem, and National Secretary, Dr Adebukola Ajaja, are united for a successful run at the 2027 general elections.
According to the state secretary, any internal conflict within the party is handled internally like a family, without being aired publicly.
This, he says, is in line with the party constitution, which stipulates that any member who takes the party to court, automatically ceases to be a member.
“On e-registration, it is mandatory as per the Electoral Act.
“We have sensitised our members and we’re facilitating registration across the 33 Local Governments, ensuring a smooth process before the INEC deadline,” he said.
Looking ahead to 2027, Dairo expressed confidence in the party’s strength in Oyo State, stating that it is prepared to take the leadership mantle.
He reiterated that the party is engaging other parties and expanding its numbers, while also welcoming the idea of zoning, although it’s not stated in the constitution.
“Any zone seeking it must work hard to make it happen, especially considering Ibadan’s influence,” he said.
The party scribe appealed to citizens to register as voters, collect their PVCs, and participate in shaping Oyo State and Nigeria’s future. (NAN)
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