Christian leaders in Oyo Central back APM senatorial candidate Olufemi Ajadi and party allies ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Religious leaders in the Oyo Central Senatorial District have formally endorsed Allied Peoples Movement candidates, including Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, for the upcoming 2027 general elections, according to information published by The Sun Nigeria.
The collective endorsement took place during a strategic political meeting between Ajadi and regional Christian stakeholders, where participants emphasized a unified approach to supporting the entire party structure across the state.
Key figures at the gathering stated that backing the party candidates as a single political family ensures stronger representation, while Ajadi reaffirmed his commitment to serving all religious communities without bias.
Endorsement Rationale by Oyo Central Stakeholders
Bishop Ademola Moradeyo, serving as the Chairman of the Oyo State Pilgrims Welfare Board for the Christian Wing, explained that the endorsement covers Ajadi along with other candidates like Seyi Makinde and Bimbo Adekanmbi.
Moradeyo emphasized that the stakeholders chose to support the APM candidates collectively rather than treating individual political ambitions separately, uniting under one shared banner.
Youthful Representation and Community Ties
Pastor Johnson Olabode highlighted Ajadi's longstanding relationship with the local Christian community and his active background as primary factors informing the strong endorsement by regional leaders.
Olabode described the candidate as a capable young representative who possesses the necessary leadership qualities and personal antecedents to effectively serve the district in the Senate.
Ambassador Ajadi Responds to Religious Leaders
Recalling his formative years spent actively participating in evangelism at the Christ Apostolic Church, Oke Agbara, Ajadi noted his deep historical roots within the local church community.
The senatorial hopeful stated publicly that he intends to represent all Christians, Muslims, and members of alternative faiths fairly, ensuring no group faces bias or misrepresentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who received the endorsement from Oyo Central Christian stakeholders?
Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo and other Allied Peoples Movement candidates received the collective endorsement for the 2027 general elections.
What did Bishop Ademola Moradeyo say about the endorsement?
Bishop Ademola Moradeyo stated that stakeholders decided to support the candidates collectively as members of the same political family rather than separately.
Why did Pastor Johnson Olabode support Olufemi Ajadi?
Pastor Johnson Olabode cited Ajadi's relationship with the Christian community, his youthful representation, and his positive past activities as key reasons.
Which church did Olufemi Ajadi mention during the meeting?
Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi mentioned spending seven years participating in evangelism at the Christ Apostolic Church, Oke Agbara, Oluwatedo, during his youth.
