- Safiu Kehinde
After months of speculations, Omoluabi Progressives, a faction of the All Progressive Congress in Osun has finally called it quits with the party ruling at the centre.
The faction has been led by former Governor of the state and immediate past Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola.
While explaining reasons for the resolution which include alienation from the party, suspension and expulsion of the tendency’s leaders without fair hearing, and continuous denigration of the structure, among others, Abosede Oluwaseun, Organising and Publicity Secretary of Omoluabi Progressives
Oluwaseun, in a statement said they also expressed dissatisfaction with the management of Osun APC’s intra-party crisis which led to the party’s poor performance in the last election cycle.
The members were put to a voice vote by the leadership of the fold where they affirmed their readiness to switch allegiance to another political camp ahead of the 2026 governorship election in the state.
While addressing supporters, Aregbesola commended them for their commitment and steadfastness to the principles of character, integrity and good governance.
The former Minister while affirming the resolution, noted that it is time to work aggressively for the success of Omoluabi Progressives and its vision to entrench good governance in Osun.
He also assured that in no distant time, results of ongoing efforts by the leadership of the tendency to properly position it for the task ahead will materialise.
Aregbesola said, “I am indeed happy that all of you have spoken with one voice. It is not just one voice but a united front to lead the way to our collective victory in the journey ahead.
“I wish to remind you that the journey we are embarking on now is to further raise the level of prosperity of our dear state through responsible leadership. The path we have toed is a smooth path, highly reassuring and full of good tides that will propel our dear state to greatness. Therefore, you must show more commitment and attract genuine people who are ready to walk this path of righteousness with us.
“We are open to all regardless of political, religious, or socio-cultural leanings. We have the numbers, strength, and political acumen to provide a leadership that will make Osun the toast of its peers. By the grace of God, we shall succeed,” Aregbesola stressed further.
Chairman, Omoluabi Progressives, Alhaji Azeez Adesiji thanked members for their consistency.
He told the gathering that with the decision of members to align with a new political platform, efforts should not be spared to reorientate them on the ethos of true progressivism, which is the hallmark of Omoluabi Progressives.
“I am happy that meetings are going on across all local government areas of the state, with remarkable progress achieved. Reports about turnout and new membership have so far been impressive. Let us continue in this stead.
“For us, the journey to reclaim Osun is a joint task. Be assured that we are ready to always accommodate your interests. What we want from you is your commitment to our ideals so that we can join hands together to restore Osun to good governance in 2026,” the Chairman stated.