Governors, NASS leaders, party chiefs storm Ado-Ekiti for rollout
All roads lead to Ado-Ekiti on Monday, April 27, as the All Progressives Congress (APC) formally flags off the re-election campaign of Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji (BAO) ahead of the June 20 governorship election.
The event, scheduled for 10:00 a.m. at the Ekiti Parapo Pavilion, is expected to draw one of the largest political gatherings in the state in recent years, with party leaders and supporters converging from across the country.
Leading the APC national delegation is the party’s National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, alongside members of the National Working Committee. Serving APC governors from across the six geopolitical zones, led by the Chairman of the Progressives Governors’ Forum, are also expected to attend.
Principal officers of the National Assembly, including senators and members of the House of Representatives from Ekiti and beyond, have confirmed their participation.
Also expected are former governors of Ekiti State, party elders, women and youth leaders, as well as business and community figures from all 16 local government areas. Members of the Ekiti State House of Assembly, the state’s National Assembly caucus, and various support groups have already begun mobilising for the event.
The flag-off as more than a rally, but a demonstration of unity and confidence in the Oyebanji administration, coming after months of endorsements and what supporters say is visible progress across key sectors.
The APC says adequate security and traffic arrangements have been put in place the event, which will be broadcast live on NTA, EKTV and major FM stations, and streamed across BAO 2026 social media platforms.
“Monday is not just about the flag-off; it is a moment for Ekiti people to show their support and appreciation,” said the campaign Director-General, Senator Cyril Fasuyi.
Signed:
Rt Hon Taiwo Olatunbosun
Director,
Media & Communications BAO campaign organization