‘I’m happy you spoke with one voice’: Aregbesola’s loyalists quit APC

Members of the Omoluabi Progressives, a political group of a former governor of Osun State, Rauf Aregbesola, said they have agreed to quit the All Progressives Congress (APC).

This is contained in a statement issued by the group’s organising and publicity secretary, Oluwaseun Abosede, on Monday, January 27, 2025.

Abosede said the resolution to leave APC was reached by stakeholders from all the 332 wards in Osun State during the group’s monthly meeting in the Ilesa area of the state.

He stated: “Some of the reasons the group is quitting APC include allegations of ostracism, suspension, and expulsion of members without fair hearing.

“Another reason is the perceived neglect and denigration of the group within the APC structure.

“Also, the dissatisfaction with the party’s handling of internal crises, which contributed to APC’s poor performance in the last election cycle in Ogun, is another reason.

“Members of the group were put to a voice vote by the leadership and they unanimously affirmed their readiness to switch allegiance to another political platform ahead of the 2026 Osun governorship election.”

Abosede quoted Aregbesola as commending the members of the group for their commitment to the principles of integrity, character, and good governance.

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He appealed to them to remain steadfast as they repositioned Omoluabi Progressives for the future.

Aregbesola, the immediate past Minister of Interior, said the decision of the group to quit APC marked the beginning of a new journey towards entrenching responsible leadership in Osun State.

The former governor noted: “I am indeed happy that all of you have spoken with one voice. A united front to lead the way to our collective victory in the journey ahead.

“Our mission is to raise the level of prosperity of our dear state through responsible leadership.

”The path we have chosen is smooth, highly reassuring, and full of good tides that will propel Osun to greatness.

“Therefore, you must show more commitment and attract genuine people who are ready to walk this path of righteousness with us.”

He assured the group that ongoing efforts to properly position the Omoluabi Progressives for future challenges would soon yield positive results.

Aregbesola said: “We are open to all, regardless of political, religious, or socio-cultural affiliations.

”We have the numbers, strength, and political acumen to provide leadership that will make Osun the envy of its peers. By the grace of God, we shall succeed.”

The Star