…Says ex-lawmaker’s track record, performance unmatched

A political analyst and grassroots advocate, Adedotun Adebumiti, has called on the people of the Ondo Central Senatorial District to support the return of the candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), former Senator Ayo Akinyelure, to the National Assembly.

Adebumiti emphasised that the decision to drum up support for Akinyelure was based on what he described as the former federal lawmaker’s proven track record and accessibility.

The grassroots advocate made the call while addressing newsmen on Sunday in Ifedore Local Council, where he noted that Akinyelure’s tenure was marked by employment generation and community development projects across all six local governments in the district.

According to Adebumiti, the move to rally support for Akinyelure is not based on party affiliation but on his history of performance and accessibility.

He argued that the former senator’s open-door policy allowed constituents to easily communicate their needs and concerns, a quality he stressed is essential for effective representation.

While emphasising that Akinyelure’s tenure from 2011 to 2015 was nothing short of transformative, he maintained that the former senator, despite running on a minority party platform, delivered dividends of democracy that touched every corner of the district.

Adebumiti further urged the electorate to look beyond party lines and vote for a candidate with a verifiable record of service, stating that the district yearns for a leader who will deliver tangible development and be accessible to the people.

He further argued that Akinyelure’s political journey, which has seen him contest on different party platforms, demonstrates his commitment to service rather than partisan interests.

Adebumiti stated that the former senator’s ability to win elections from minority parties is testament to his personal appeal and credibility.

According to him, the future of the district must be considered during the 2027 elections; hence, the people must make a choice that will guarantee development and accessibility.

“He (Akinyelure) has credibility and passion. When he was in office, he employed many people, from civil defence to immigration and the police. You cannot go to any local government in Ondo Central without meeting someone who helped secure employment.

“The only empowerment the incumbent senator did was remove some names. In a federal constituency, the youth leader’s name was removed. As a leader, you must serve everyone that voted for you, not just your loyalists,” Adebumiti stated.