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Our members peaceful, says Abiodun

Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has hailed the comportment of all APC’s members in the state. The governor, who spoke yesterday in Ogun State during the ward congresses across

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February 19, 2026byThe Nation
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Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has hailed the comportment of all APC’s members in the state.

The governor, who spoke yesterday in Ogun State during the ward congresses across all 20 local government areas of the state.

According to Abiodun, conducted themselves orderly conduct, saying it shows that the party in the state was committed to internal democracy.

Abiodun praised the calm atmosphere that characterised the exercise across the state, describing it as a reflection of unity and maturity within the party.

He also commended the immediate past ward executives for their leadership and achievements, noting that their managerial competence had strengthened the party at the grassroots.

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Abiodun acknowledged that not all members could emerge as party executives and appealed for understanding and cooperation, assuring party faithful that their welfare would continue to receive attention.

At the end of the congress held at the ward secretariat in the Iregun area of Iperu, Alhaji Sanni Razaq was elected Ward Chairman, Yinka Balogun emerged as Secretary, while Morouf Okugboye became Vice Chairman.

Similarly, the Deputy Governor, Noimot Salako-Oyedele, described the congress as peaceful and foundational to the emergence of credible grassroots leaders.

She commended party faithful for their discipline and orderly behaviour, adding that the peaceful outcome across the state once again demonstrated that the APC remains the party to beat in Ogun State.

According to her, no political party can thrive without a strong grassroots structure, stressing that the successful and peaceful congresses had further positioned the party for future electoral success.

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