—-He’s tested, trusted, understands grassroots politics, party structure

By Dayo Johnson, Akure

Ahead of the election of the Ondo state chairman of the All Progressive Congress, the Chairman, State Universal Basic Education, SUBEB, Victor Olabimtan has been described as the most competent and experienced candidate to lead the party.

The Ondo Youths in Diaspora (OSYiD) and the Social Rehabilitation Group (SRG), in separate statements in Akure, the state capital, said Olabimtan’s political pedigree, administrative competence and party loyalty place him far ahead of other aspirants vying for the state’s APC chairmanship position.

According to the coordinator of OSYiD, Gbenga Olukayode, the former Speaker of the Ondo State House of Assembly had consistently demonstrated leadership capacity, both in legislative and executive roles, which are essential for managing a party as broad-based as the APC.

Olukayode said that “Olabimtan is not just a party man; he is a tested and trusted leader who understands grassroots politics, party structure and governance.

“His tenure as Speaker of the Ondo State House of Assembly was marked by maturity, firmness, and fairness.

“He also brought sanity, order and progress to the State Universal Basic Education Board as Chairman. These are the kind of qualities the APC needs at this critical time.

The coordinator added that the party must move beyond sentiments and consider pedigree, performance and party-building capacity in choosing its next leader.

Olukayode added that Olabimtan had shown uncommon loyalty and resilience over the years.

Also, the Southwest Coordinator of the Social Rehabilitation Group (SRG), Prince Ademola Obadofin,  said Olabimtan’s political background and accomplishments make him the most qualified aspirant.

Obadofin noted that ” Olabimtan represents the experience, character, and competence needed to restore unity and direction within the APC in Ondo State.

” He is a man of ideas and action, a loyal party stalwart who has never wavered in his commitment to the progressive cause.

The coordinator further highlighted Olabimtan’s role in stabilising SUBEB and transforming basic education in the state, noting that his leadership style was inclusive, result-driven and transparent.

He added that the SUBEB boss had touched lives in many homes across the three senatorial districts of Ondo State through youth employment and empowerment.

“We cannot afford to hand over the party to individuals without a clear track record of performance and loyalty.

“Victor Olabimtan has served this state with honour and integrity.

Obadofin said that “His emergence as chairman will inject fresh energy and maturity into the party structure.