Defections Shake Osun Politics as AMBO Welcomes Heavyweights into APC, Vows “People-Centred Government

 

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A major political realignment unfolded in Osogbo on Friday as Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji, popularly known as AMBO, formally received prominent lawmakers and thousands of supporters into the All Progressives Congress during a grand rally in Osogbo.

Addressing party faithful and dignitaries at the event organised by the Osun chapter of the APC, Oyebamiji described the defection of Senator Fadahunsi, Senator Ajagunla, Hon. Oluwole Oke, Hon. Taofeek Ajilesoro, Hon. Sanya Ominrin and their supporters as “a courageous and timely decision” capable of reshaping the political future of Osun State.

The APC gubernatorial candidate said the entry of the new members signals the beginning of what he termed a countdown to the emergence of a “truly people-driven government” that would deliver equitable development across the state. He praised the defectors as political heavyweights and grassroots mobilisers whose experience and influence would broaden the party’s base ahead of the 2026 and 2027 elections.

Oyebamiji stressed that the movement into the APC reflects growing confidence in the party’s progressive vision, warning that Osun must avoid economic uncertainty and administrative decline through unity of purpose among stakeholders. According to him, the task before political actors transcends personal ambition and centres on safeguarding the future of younger generations and restoring responsible governance.

He also aligned the party’s state ambitions with the policies of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, commending ongoing economic reforms at the federal level which he said were positioning sub-national governments toward fiscal stability and long-term growth. While acknowledging that the reforms may be demanding, Oyebamiji argued they lay a sustainable foundation for prosperity and strategic planning.

Calling for cohesion within party ranks, the APC flag bearer declared unity “non-negotiable,” urging leaders, youths, women and grassroots supporters to work collectively toward returning Osun to a path of accountability, growth and inclusive development. He assured the new entrants that the party would operate as one family where every voice and contribution would be valued.

Closing his remarks, Oyebamiji expressed appreciation for the sacrifices and courage of the defectors, reiterating confidence that collective effort and mutual respect would secure victory for the progressives and reposition Osun as a beacon of good governance.