Some members of the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) who defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), in the Irewole Local Government Area of Osun State have accused the ruling party led by Governor Ademola Adeleke of partiality.
The defectors, led by a former local government scribe, Alimi Surajudeen, criticised the ruling party for favouring perceived family members and friends over those who had worked hard for the party.
According to Surajudeen, It is unfortunate to be in a party, work for it, yet feel no sense of belonging. The party operates within a circle of friends and family, neglecting the masses. I cannot align with such a party.
In Osun State, especially in Irewole, only those seen as family dominate, without allowing others to enjoy the dividends of democracy. I cannot belong to such a party.
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Surajudeen also highlighted his past role, saying, I was a former Secretary of the local government during Oyinlolas tenure. A political party should help the masses, not just a select group. When only 2 percent out of 100 benefits, it creates suffering and problems for the masses.
Meanwhile, the APC Chairman in Osun State, Tajudeen Lawal, assured the defectors that they would not regret their decision to join the party.
Some members of the Action Democratic Party (ADP) also defected alongside the PDP members on Sunday.
Yusuf Oketola is a trained journalist with over five years of experience in the media industry. He has worked for both print and online medium. He is a thorough-bred professional with an eye of hindsight on issues bothering on social justice, purposeful leadership, and a society where the leaders charge and work for the prosperity of the people.
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