By Adeseun Adetayo
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has reiterated the resolve of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state to deliver one million votes for Bola Ahmed Tinubu and other party candidates in the 2027 general elections.
Aiyedatiwa made the declaration on Wednesday while leading a “Tinubu/Datiwa Half-Million Walk” in Akure in support of the president’s re-election bid.
The walk, which commenced at the Ondo State Government House and terminated at the state sports complex, was organised by a pro-Tinubu support group as part of ongoing mobilisation efforts across the state.
The event was spearheaded by a group led by former Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Sports, Kehinde Akinrotoye, as part of strategic groundwork ahead of the next general elections.
Addressing participants, the governor described the walk as one of several coordinated activities by pro-Tinubu groups aimed at galvanising support across the state. He noted that, beyond its political significance, the initiative also served as a health walk to promote physical wellbeing.
“This is one in a series of programmes by Tinubu support groups.
Many of such groups are actively mobilising across the state for the re-election of our president.
“As the foremost patron of these groups, it is important that I identify with them and join in this walk,” he said.
Aiyedatiwa expressed satisfaction with the large turnout, noting that participants, including government officials, civil servants, civil society organisations, artisan groups, and security agencies, turned out willingly.
He added that the strong early morning participation reflected growing awareness of the importance of physical exercise for overall wellbeing, including mental alertness and spiritual balance.
The governor stressed that the real task lies beyond public rallies, urging supporters to return to their wards, polling units, and local government areas to intensify grassroots mobilisation.
“Our role here is coordination, but the real work is at the grassroots. Everyone must return to their units, wards, and local governments to continue mobilisation.
By February 2027, our target is nothing less than one million votes,” he said.
Aiyedatiwa also addressed recently disengaged political aides, commending their loyalty and participation in the march.
He assured them that the ongoing restructuring process would not sideline committed individuals, hinting at fresh appointments.
“You remained committed even after leaving office. That loyalty will not be ignored. Previously, we had about 650 aides, but the plan now is to appoint 1,000. Many of you will still have roles to play,” he assured.
The governor further noted that some positions remain critical to governance, adding that certain individuals would continue to play indispensable roles.
He also commended the Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Segun Omoyofunmi, for his contributions to the success of the event.
Marking the beginning of a new month, Aiyedatiwa offered prayers for participants, urging them to complement physical activities with spiritual devotion through fasting and prayer. He expressed optimism that April would bring good health, renewed strength, and prosperity.
Earlier, Omoyofunmi said the massive turnout demonstrated strong support for the president’s re-election, expressing confidence that the state would deliver overwhelmingly under the governor’s leadership.
Also speaking, Akinrotoye explained that the walk was organised to mobilise support for President Tinubu across the 18 local government areas of the state.
According to him, the event was designed to signal to residents and observers that Governor Aiyedatiwa is firmly committed to Tinubu’s re-election.
“President Tinubu must continue the good work he has been doing for this country,” he said, while appreciating members of the organising committee and participants for making the event a success.
He added that the mobilisation campaign would be extended to senatorial districts, federal constituencies, wards, and polling units across the state.
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