The Governor of Ondo State, Hon Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has invited the leaders of the All Progressives Congress in the state to a meeting on Tuesday, March 12, where he will announce his bid to run for the office of the Governor.
The meeting, which will take place at the House of Assembly Arcade, Igbatoro road, Akure, by 11am, is expected to be attended by APC chieftains, lawmakers, local government chairmen, ward executives, and other party faithfuls.
According to a press release signed by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Olusegun Ajiboye, the meeting is aimed at informing the APC stakeholders of the Governor’s intention to seek the party’s ticket for the forthcoming governorship election, as well as soliciting their support and cooperation.
The press release also invited members of the media to cover the event, which will be an opportunity for the Governor to highlight his achievements and plans for the state.
The release read, “Ondo State Governor, Hon Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, will on Tuesday host stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress in Ondo State.
“During the meeting, Mr. Governor will formally inform the APC leaders of his intention to seek the ticket of the party ahead of the coming governorship election.
“This is to invite members of the press for the coverage of the event, scheduled as follows: Date: Tuesday, March 12; Venue: House of Assembly Arcade, Igbatoro road, Akure; Time: 11am.
“Thank you.”
Governor Aiyedatiwa, who assumed office in 2023, after the death of his predecessor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, has been widely criticized for his performance and continuity in governance.
The Governor is expected to face a tough contest for the APC ticket, as some aspirants have already indicated interest to challenge him in the party’s primary election, scheduled for April 2024.
The main opposition party, the People’s Democratic Party, has also vowed to reclaim the state from the APC, which has been in power since 2016.
The governorship election in Ondo State is slated for November 2024.
