From Taiye Joseph, Ilorin
The Kwara South Elders Caucus of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has endorsed the Speaker of the Kwara State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Yakubu Salihu Danladi, as the party’s governorship candidate for the 2027 election, while declaring support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq.
The caucus, in a statement signed by its Chairman, EEngineer Benjamin Oyeyemi, following a meeting of elders, leaders and stakeholders from the seven local government areas of Kwara South, said the endorsement followed extensive consultations and deliberations on the future of the party and the state.
The group, comprising representatives from Ifelodun, Irepodun, Isin, Oke-Ero, Ekiti, Oyun and Offa Local Government Areas, said Danladi possessed the leadership qualities, experience and political acceptability required to lead the state after the expiration of AbdulRazaq’s administration.
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It described the Speaker as a tested, trusted and competent politician capable of uniting the party and consolidating the achievements of the incumbent administration.
The elders also passed a vote of confidence on AbdulRazaq, commending his administration for what they described as significant achievements in infrastructure, education, healthcare, road construction and youth empowerment.
They particularly applauded the governor’s commitment to equity, peace and good governance, noting that the impact of his administration’s policies and projects was visible across Kwara South and other parts of the state.
The caucus urged AbdulRazaq to remain focused and provide the necessary leadership to secure victory for the APC in the 2027 general elections.
On the party’s internal affairs, the elders called on aspirants, leaders, stakeholders and members to close ranks and support the party’s decisions, warning that prolonged disagreements could undermine its electoral prospects.
It also appealed to aggrieved members to return to the party fold, embrace reconciliation and work collectively towards the party’s success in the forthcoming elections.
Reaffirming their loyalty to President Tinubu, the Kwara South APC leaders pledged to mobilise support for his re-election bid and ensure an overwhelming victory for the APC in the state.
The caucus further appealed to youths, women, artisans, elders and other party faithful to remain calm and united, stressing that Kwara South should not become a theatre of political division.
It also called on security agencies to sustain efforts towards protecting lives and property in the senatorial district, assuring residents that the APC remained committed to the development of the state.
Reiterating its position, the caucus declared its support for AbdulRazaq and Danladi, urging party members to prioritise unity and collective interest ahead of the 2027 elections.
