The Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice of Ondo State, Dr. Kayode Ajulo, has expressed optimism regarding support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. He assured that Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa will play a crucial role in delivering the state for the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Currently studying in Cambridge, UK, Ajulo intends to return to Akure for an APC rally scheduled for April 11, aimed at bolstering the party’s election preparations. He highlighted Aiyedatiwa’s electoral record and growing political influence as key factors enhancing the APC’s standing in Ondo State.
Ajulo remarked that President Tinubu could rest easy regarding Ondo, stating “Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has the political structure, grassroots reach and leadership capacity to deliver the state for him in 2027.” He referred to the 2024 governorship election as a significant victory for the APC, noting the party’s wins across all local government areas and polling units.
He also pointed out a recent meeting held by the governor with over 1,000 Senior Special Assistants and Special Assistants, emphasizing the importance of grassroots mobilization as preparations for the election ramp up. Ajulo reaffirmed the preparedness and commitment of the Ondo State Presidential Campaign Council, which he chairs, to support Tinubu’s candidacy.
Ajulo attributed the growing confidence in the APC to the combined efforts of Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and Aiyedatiwa’s OUR EASE Agenda. According to him, aligning federal and state policies fosters better governance and public engagement. He stressed that electoral success hinges not just on calculations but also on performance and connectivity with the community.
Further commending Aiyedatiwa’s leadership style, Ajulo noted the governor’s ability to manage internal party conflicts and maintain unity, which he regards as essential for the APC’s success in the upcoming election.
