The All Progressives Congress (APC) has inaugurated its National Campaign Council for the August 15, 2026, Osun State governorship election, describing the poll as a critical test of the party’s readiness for the 2027 general elections.
Speaking at the inauguration in Abuja, the APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, said the campaign council was carefully constituted with experienced politicians and stakeholders drawn from across the country to ensure victory for the party in Osun.
Yilwatda said the council comprises governors, members of the National Assembly, members of the Federal Executive Council, deputy governors, former lawmakers, and other party stakeholders, adding that the APC possesses the political structure and human resources required to win elections at all levels.
He described the Osun election as the party’s “practice ground” ahead of the 2027 general elections, stressing that winning the state was non-negotiable.
The APC chairman said the party would embark on intensive grassroots mobilisation, including door-to-door campaigns involving governors, lawmakers, local government chairmen, councillors, and party members across the country.
He also tasked the party’s women’s wing with mobilising female voters across the state, expressing confidence that the campaign council would deliver victory for the APC.
Responding on behalf of the newly inaugurated council, the Imo State Governor and Chairman of the Campaign Council, Senator Hope Uzodimma, pledged that members would carry out an issue-based, peaceful, and people-focused campaign.
Uzodimma said the council would engage voters across communities, including market women, farmers, artisans, professionals, youths, traditional rulers, and persons with disabilities, while avoiding violence and misinformation.
“Our assignment is clear: to listen to the people of Osun State, speak to their hopes and aspirations, earn their confidence and convince them to vote for the APC and our governorship candidate, Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji, popularly known as AMBO.
“He is a tested, competent and people-centred candidate whose vision is anchored on prudent leadership, inclusive prosperity and renewed confidence in government.” Governor Uzodimma said.
