Ahead of the December governorship primary election of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun, stakeholders of the party in Ila Orangun, Boripe, and Ayedaade Local Government Areas of the state have unanimously endorsed the candidature of one of the gubernatorial aspirants, Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO).

They expressed optimism that Oyebamiji, who is the current Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Inland Waterways Agency (NIWA), possesses the clout and political wherewithal to deliver victory for the APC during the 8 August 2026 gubernatorial poll in the state.

Their endorsement came over the weekend when the aspirant paid a consultation visit to the three local governments as part of his statewide engagement with party members and leaders ahead of the APC primary scheduled for 13 December 2025.

Addressing the crowd, Oyebamiji expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support, pledging to protect and promote the interests of Osun State and its people when entrusted with leadership responsibilities.

“Support AMBO and know that he has no other option than to do well for Osun and its people,” he assured.

However, while speaking on behalf of the APC structure in Ila Orangun Local Government, Prince Joshua Adediji, a respected party leader, confirmed that despite the number of aspirants in the race, stakeholders have resolved to back Oyebamiji’s ambition.

He stated, “We have 12 aspirants, but AMBO is our candidate in the coming primary election. However, whoever wins, we should remain united and support the party’s flag bearer to rescue Osun from the current challenges under the PDP.”

In his remarks, former Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly, Honourable Timothy Owoeye, described Oyebamiji as a loyal disciple of Chief Bisi Akande, a founding father of the APC and an elder statesman.

“Baba Akande has declared that APC will return to power in 2026, and AMBO, being a product of the Bisi Akande school of politics, is well-positioned to actualise that vision,” Owoeye noted.

Also speaking, Segun Awotunde lauded Oyebamiji for his consistency, humility, and commitment to the party’s progress, assuring him of Ila Orangun’s total support.

In Boripe Local Government, Bello Osuolale, who spoke on behalf of the elders, said: “We will always follow the directive of our leader, Adegboyega Oyetola. Since he has identified with Oyebamiji, he is our candidate for the coming primary. Whoever Oyetola supports is whom we support.”