Ahead of the November 16 governorship election in Ondo State, Akinsola Jimoh, a prominent chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC) along with approximately 600 of his supporters. Jimoh, who was the PDP’s House of Assembly candidate for Okitipupa Constituency 1 in the 2023 general elections, made the official switch during a ceremony at St. Pius Catholic field in Igbotako Ward 2 on Sunday.
Jimoh’s defection is seen as a significant political shift in the lead-up to the gubernatorial election, as he was a well-known figure within the PDP. His move, along with a large number of his loyal supporters, is expected to bolster the APC’s strength in Okitipupa and surrounding areas. The event marking his defection was attended by party leaders and APC loyalists, who welcomed Jimoh and his supporters with enthusiasm, seeing it as a major boost to their campaign.
In his address, Jimoh cited dissatisfaction with the PDP’s leadership and direction as reasons for his defection, expressing confidence in the APC’s vision for Ondo State. He emphasized his commitment to supporting the APC’s candidate in the upcoming governorship election, pledging to work towards the party’s victory.
The defection of a high-profile PDP figure like Jimoh adds to the ongoing political realignments as both major parties gear up for a highly competitive election. The APC leadership in Ondo State hailed Jimoh’s decision as a testament to the growing appeal of the party’s governance model and its commitment to development in the region.
With tensions rising and defections increasing in the run-up to the election, all eyes are on Ondo as both the PDP and APC strategize to secure key constituencies and rally support across the state. Jimoh’s move could potentially shift the political dynamics in the Okitipupa area, where his influence as a former PDP candidate remains strong.
I dont get why people are so obsessed with party loyalty. Cant we just focus on the candidates policies instead?
I dont trust politicians who switch parties so easily. Can they be loyal to the people if they cant even stick to one party?
I dont trust politicians who switch parties so easily. Wheres the loyalty and integrity? Can we really believe their motives?
I dont see the big deal. People switch political parties all the time. Lets focus on the issues at hand.
I dont understand why people switch parties like changing clothes. Loyalty should matter more in politics.
I dont get why people are making a big deal about this defection. Politics is just a game of musical chairs.
I dont trust politicians who switch parties last minute. Whats their real agenda? Can they be trusted? 🤔
I dont understand why people are so shocked about this defection. Politics is full of surprises, lets just roll with it!
Exactly! Politics is always unpredictable. We just have to adapt and see how it unfolds.
I dont see the big deal. People switch parties all the time. Its all a game to them. Politics is a circus!
Political parties represent ideologies and values. Switching for personal gain undermines trust.
I cant believe Akinsola Jimoh switched sides! Is it for personal gain or genuine belief? Politics is a wild ride.
Maybe he saw the light or just chasing power. Who knows in politics?
I dont buy it! Sounds like a political stunt to me. Cant trust these politicians, always jumping ship.
You sound paranoid. Maybe consider looking at facts before jumping to conclusions.
I think Akinsola Jimoh should stick with PDP. Loyalty matters more than jumping ship for personal gain. #StayTrue #PoliticsIsWild
I dont get why people are so shocked about this defection. Politics is full of surprises, lets just sit back and watch the show.
I dont see the big deal. People switch parties all the time. Lets focus on the issues at hand.
Switching parties can show a lack of true convictions. Integrity matters in leadership.
I dont see the big deal with politicians switching parties. Its all a game to them anyway. #politicsisajoke
I dont trust politicians who keep switching parties. Loyalty matters! Whats the real agenda here? #politics #OndoDecides
I dont understand all this party hopping. Cant politicians just stick to one party and work for the people?
I dont see the big deal. People switch parties all the time. Lets focus on policies, not party hopping drama.
Party loyalty reflects values. Understanding motives behind switches is key to evaluating consistency.
I think political party defections are just a game of musical chairs. No loyalty, just chasing power. Thoughts?
I dont get why people make a big deal out of party defections. Its all just political drama to me.
I find it hard to believe that 600 people would switch parties just like that. Something fishy going on here.
I dont understand why people switch political parties like they switch outfits. Loyalty should matter more.
People have the right to change their beliefs. Loyalty shouldnt blind us to better choices.
I think politicians switching parties is just a game to them. Its like theyre playing musical chairs with our votes.
I dont trust politicians who switch parties like its a game. Loyalty matters more than opportunism. #StayTrue #PoliticsSucks
I dont get why people make such a fuss about political defections. Its all just a game to them!