Aiyedatiwa Reaffirms Loyalty to APC, Dismisses Anti-Party Allegations
The Ondo State Government has dismissed claims that Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa is engaging in anti-party activities ahead of the 2027 general elections, describing the allegations as false, misleading and a deliberate attempt to create unnecessary controversy.
In a statement issued on Monday by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan, the government said the speculation followed the circulation of photographs showing Governor Aiyedatiwa with the African Democratic Congress (ADC) Central Senatorial candidate, Senator Ayo Akinyelure, at the Government House Chapel in Akure on Sunday.
The statement clarified that the Government House Chapel, like the mosque within the Government House premises, is a public place of worship open to all citizens, religious leaders and public officials irrespective of political affiliation.
It stressed that the facility is not reserved exclusively for members of the All Progressives Congress (APC), noting that any suggestion to the contrary reflects a misunderstanding of the purpose of Government House as an institution serving all residents of Ondo State.
According to the statement, Senator Akinyelure attended the chapel for worship and also used the opportunity to personally thank Governor Aiyedatiwa for sending representatives and a goodwill message during his 70th birthday celebration held last week.
The government described the visit as a normal act of courtesy, respect and decorum that transcends political differences.
It also pointed out that Senator Ayo Akinyelure is the younger brother of Chief Pius Akinyelure, a prominent APC leader, ally of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Chairman of the Governor’s Advisory Council in Ondo State.
Reaffirming the governor’s political commitment, the statement maintained that Governor Aiyedatiwa remains fully dedicated to the APC and all its candidates ahead of future elections.
It added that the governor would continue to work closely with party leaders and structures to ensure the APC records victory in all elections across Ondo State.
The government urged APC members and the general public to disregard what it described as the antics of individuals seeking to sow discord within the ruling party.
It emphasised that Governor Aiyedatiwa remains focused on delivering good governance and consolidating the achievements of the APC administration in Ondo State.
