Amid conflicting claims and rising political tension following the All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Representatives primary election in Oluyole Federal Constituency, party faithfuls and stakeholders have rallied behind Hon. Mumeen Olalekan Tajudeen (popularly known as MOT), affirming him as the authentic winner of the keenly contested primary.
According to results announced by party faithfuls and leaders present at the exercise, Hon. Mumeen Olalekan Tajudeen (MOT) secured a commanding 1911 votes, defeating other aspirants in the race, including Hon. Kehinde Olaosebikan, who polled 115 votes, Hon. Gbolagade Abiodun who polled 818, Hon. Olusunbo Olugbemi with 156 votes, Hon. Jide who polled 05 votes and the incumbent House of Representatives member, Hon. Tolulope Akande-Sadipe, who garnered 24 votes. According to the report, the breakdown of the votes ward by ward stated as thus:
Ward 01
Mumin Olalekan MOT – 60
Hon. Gbolagade – 60
Hon. Olaosebikan – 02
Hon Olugbemi – 04
Hon. Sadipe – 01
Ward 02
Hon. Mumin Olalekan MOT – 199
Hon. OluGbemi – 38
Hon. Gbolagade – 28
Hon. Olaosebikan – Nil
Hon. Sadipe – Nil
Hon. Jide – Nil
Ward 03
Hon. Mumin Olalekan MOT – 319
Hon. Gbolagade – 320
Hon. OluGbemi – 05
Hon. Sadipe – Nil
Ward 04
Hon. Mumin Olalekan MOT – 444
Hon. Gbolagade – 51
Hon. Sadipe – 12
Hon. OluGbemi – 32
Hon. Jude – 05
Hon. Olaosebikan – 12
Ward 05
Hon. Olalekan MOT – 117
Hon. Gbolagade – 13
Hon. Gbemi – 23
Ward 06
Hon. Olalekan MOT – 52
Hon. Gbolagade – 18
Hon. OluGbemi – 04
Hon Sadipe – 01
Hon. Olaosebikan – 01
Ward 07
Hon Mumin Olalekan MOT – 530
Hon. Gbolagade – 233
Hon. Olaosebikan- 60
Hon. Gbemi – 01
Ward 08
Hon. Mumin Olalekan MOT – 101
Hon. Gbemi – 06
Hon. Gbolagade – 15
Hon. Sadipe – 02
Ward 09
Hon. Mumin Olalekan MOT – 62
Hon. Olaosebikan – 40
Hon. Gbolagade – 20
Hon. OluGbemi – 02
Ward 10
Hon. Mumin Olalekan MOT – 27
Hon. Gbolagade – 60
Hon. OluGbemi – 04
Hon. Sadipe – 07
The declaration comes amid confusion generated by separate claims of victory reportedly made by the incumbent lawmaker, Hon. Akande-Sadipe had emerged victorious. However, party members and supporters across Oluyole have dismissed such reports, insisting that the officially collated results clearly establish MOT as the duly elected APC candidate for the 2027 general election.
Party faithfuls and supporters trouped out in some communities in Oluyole Federal Constituency to rejoice and affirm over what many described as “the triumph of grassroots politics, humility, and people-centered leadership.” Party faithfuls noted that Hon. Mumeen Tajudeen’s victory reflects the trust and confidence the delegates and constituents have placed in his vision for inclusive development and effective representation.
Speaking in appreciation after emerging victorious, Hon. Mumeen Olalekan Tajudeen (MOT) expressed profound gratitude to the APC leadership, delegates, supporters, and the people of Oluyole for their unwavering support and belief in his candidacy.
“I am deeply humbled and honored by this overwhelming mandate. This victory is not mine alone, it belongs to every member of our great party and every resident of Oluyole who believes in progress, unity, and purposeful leadership. I thank Almighty God, our party leaders, delegates, and the good people of Oluyole for this trust. I pledge to remain committed to serving with sincerity, integrity, and dedication,” he said.
Hon. Tajudeen also extended his appreciation to the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the national leadership of the APC, and all loyal party stakeholders whose efforts continue to strengthen democratic ideals within the party.
As at the time of filing this report , efforts made to speak to APC Spokesman in Oyo State, Olawale Sadare proven abortive as he neither responds to his calls nor replying chats.