Kwara 2027: Salako seeks support for gubernatorial ambition
As political activities gather momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections, a leading governorship aspirant under the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara State, Dr. Azeez Salako Muideen Olaniyi, has
As political activities gather momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections, a leading governorship aspirant under the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara State, Dr. Azeez Salako Muideen Olaniyi, has intensified grassroots consultations within party structures in Offa Local Government Area.
Dr. Salako, the Global President of the Offa Descendants Union (ODU), on Monday, April 13, 2026, paid a strategic visit to the Offa APC chapter at the party’s new secretariat in Osunte.
The visit is part of his ongoing efforts to mobilize support ahead of the party’s primary election.
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Addressing party executives, ward leaders, and supporters, Dr. Salako stressed the importance of Offa’s active participation in the governorship race, noting that the town must present credible contenders to stand a strong chance of securing the party’s ticket.
“My aspiration is inspired by the call from my people, who believe I am competent and credible to contest for the Kwara governorship seat,” he said.
“As a community leader committed to youth empowerment, I am confident that I can create more opportunities for youths and women, and bring development to our land as a public official.”
He added, “I have visited my political ward to seek blessings, and I am here today to formally present myself and solicit your support before proceeding to the state capital for my declaration at the state party secretariat.”
In a show of commitment to the party, Dr. Salako donated ₦1 million to members present at the meeting and pledged to furnish the new APC secretariat in Offa.
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He further called on party stakeholders to remain united and support aspirants from Offa, emphasizing that early mobilization and collective effort would be key to success at the primaries.
In his remarks, the Offa APC Chairman, Prince Kunle Adegboye, commended Dr. Salako for his dedication to party growth and organizational development.
He particularly praised his role in the recent membership drive, noting that his contributions boosted registration figures in Offa from 14,000 to 48,000.
“This achievement has moved Offa from 12th to 4th position in the state’s membership registration ranking,” Adegboye stated.
The chairman urged party members and Offa indigenes across Kwara State to rally behind Dr. Salako, calling for coordinated grassroots campaigning to secure victory at the primaries.
The meeting was attended by key party stakeholders, including Hon. Alakija Majeed, Special Adviser on Land to the Offa Local Government Chairman; Engr. Kunle Ahmed; Prince Popoola Musibaudeen; members of the Offa APC executive council; ward chairmen; as well as numerous party loyalists and supporters.
