Tinubu Labels Opposition As ‘Reactionary Politicians’ In Ondo

President Bola Tinubu has referred to opposition members as “reactionary politicians,” urging Ondo State voters to support the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the upcoming governorship election.

The President, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, made the statement during the grand finale of the campaign rally for APC candidate Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa in Akure on Wednesday.

Addressing a crowd of supporters, Tinubu questioned whether former governors of Ondo State would have supported any party other than the APC.

“If Ajasin were still alive, is he going to vote for the APC or a reactionary party? If Akeredolu were here, would he support APC or the reactionary party?” he asked.

Tinubu described a vote for the APC as a step toward progress and the continuation of developmental projects in the South-West region.

In a significant announcement, Tinubu shared the approval of a federal teaching hospital for Ondo State, promising continued investment in the state’s growth.

“To whom much is given, much is expected,” he remarked, appealing to voters to turn out in large numbers for the APC.

In his address, APC candidate, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa emphasized his loyalty to the legacy of the late Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, assuring the people that he would continue to advance the state’s progress.

“I am here to carry forward the vision and ensure the development of Ondo State,” Aiyedatiwa said.

Minister of Interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo added that the APC was prepared for victory, expressing confidence that the party would win across all 18 local government areas. “We are ready for success in Ondo State,” he declared.

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Chairman of the APC Campaign Council for Ondo, urged supporters to avoid conflict with the opposition, encouraging them to speak through their votes to ensure an APC victory.

National Chairman of the APC, Alhaji Abdullahi Ganduje, also attended the rally to present the party’s flag to Aiyedatiwa and his running mate, Dr. Olayide Adelami.

Ganduje affirmed the party’s commitment to supporting Aiyedatiwa’s victory, stating, “We are here to see Ondo State align with progress through the APC.”