2027: Ikenne APC Welcomes New Entrants In Ilishan As Defected PDP Members, Stakeholders Align With Asiwaju Seyi Odumuyiwa’s Legislative Vision
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ikenne Local Government Area of Ogun State has welcomed former members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) who have aligned with the ruling party following an engagement with the APC candidate for Ikenne State Constituency in the 2027 Ogun State House of Assembly election, Hon. Asiwaju Seyi Odumuyiwa. The meeting, held on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, in Ilishan, Ward 9, provided an opportunity for party leaders to receive the new members, strengthen grassroots relationships and discuss their participation in the party ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Receiving the new entrants on behalf of the party, the Ikenne APC Chairman, Hon. Seidu, expressed delight at their decision to join the APC, assuring them of a warm reception and equal opportunity to contribute to the party’s growth. He described their arrival as an opportunity to strengthen unity and cooperation within the party, urging existing members and the new entrants to work together in an atmosphere of mutual respect, inclusiveness and shared responsibility. He further encouraged them to remain committed to the party’s ideals and participate actively in its activities across the local government.
Speaking at the gathering, Hon. Seyi Odumuyiwa called on the new members to integrate fully into the APC and collaborate with other stakeholders to advance the party’s programmes and objectives across all levels. He urged them to embrace unity, discipline and collective responsibility while mobilising support for APC candidates in the forthcoming elections. Presenting his legislative vision, Odumuyiwa highlighted his commitment to effective representation, grassroots engagement, youth empowerment, educational advancement, community development and initiatives that would expand opportunities for constituents.
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He stressed the importance of maintaining regular communication with the people, listening to their concerns and pursuing legislative interventions that would promote inclusive development and improve the welfare of residents across Ikenne State Constituency.
In their remarks, the former PDP members expressed appreciation to the APC leadership for the warm reception accorded them, pledging their loyalty and commitment to the party. They stated that, in their assessment, the PDP had lost its appeal ahead of the 2027 elections, describing the APC as their preferred platform for pursuing political opportunities and contributing to development.
They also criticised the PDP’s prospects and commended the developmental efforts of the Ogun State Government under Governor Dapo Abiodun, expressing their desire to identify with the administration’s ongoing programmes and policies. They assured the party leadership of their readiness to work with other members towards strengthening the APC’s grassroots presence.
The meeting was attended by the Ikenne Local Government Executive Chairman, Hon. Jamiu Mohammed Asimi; the Chairman of the Ogun State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Evang. Joshua Ifede; Mr. Asobe; the Ikenne APC Women Leader; and several prominent party leaders, stakeholders and grassroots mobilisers. Their presence underscored the importance attached to grassroots engagement, party integration and collaboration among stakeholders as political activities continue to build towards the 2027 general elections.
The engagement marks a further step in the APC’s outreach to political stakeholders in Ikenne Local Government Area, with party leaders and the new entrants expressing their intention to strengthen cooperation and participate actively in the party’s activities ahead of the forthcoming electoral cycle.
