A pro-Tinubu support group, BTO4PBAT, has called on the electorate in Ondo State to prepare for the 2027 general elections, emphasizing that valid Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) are essential for influencing the country's political direction. The group made this statement during the grand finale of its ward-to-ward tour in the Akoko North West Local Council Area, where stakeholders and supporters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) pledged support for President Bola Tinubu's re-election.
Group's Commitment to APC Ideals
The group, convened by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, and led by Director General Adesuyi Adojutelegan, reaffirmed its commitment to the APC's ideals and the Renewed Hope Agenda of the Tinubu administration. Addressing residents at the council secretariat, Adojutelegan stressed that support for Tinubu must be matched by genuine civic action. He urged eligible citizens to verify that their PVCs are valid and up-to-date, warning that expired or missing cards would disenfranchise voters regardless of their political convictions.
Appeal to Youth Participation
Adojutelegan specifically appealed to eligible youths, particularly those who have turned eighteen, to complete voter registration and actively participate in the democratic process. He described voter preparedness as a fundamental duty for anyone seeking accountability from elected officials. “We are not here to entertain anyone but to remind every household that the power to renew this mandate rests in your hands, literally in the PVC you hold. A valid voter card is your voice. Without it, you are shouting into an empty room on election day. Go and check your cards, renew them if necessary, and for those turning eighteen, register without delay,” Adojutelegan stated.
Local APC Chairman's Support
The Chairman of the APC in the local government, Kehinde Obanla, commended the achievements of the Minister of Interior, Tunji-Ojo, during his tenure in the House of Representatives. He described the minister as a dedicated public servant whose contributions to human development and community advancement remain evident across the constituency, the state, and the country. Obanla urged constituents to remain steadfast in their support for the APC and to deliver overwhelming votes for the party at the polls.
Impressive Voter Turnout
Folajimi Gbenga, publicity secretary of the support group, noted that Ondo State recorded an impressive voter participation rate of approximately 70 percent in previous elections, which he attributed to the state's growing political relevance. The Coordinator of BTO Ambassadors in the local government, Idowu Aiyegbusi, stressed that continued support for Tinubu would translate into sustained national development. He lauded Tunji-Ojo's leadership, describing the interior minister as a strong advocate of the Renewed Hope Agenda and a symbol of responsive governance whose track record demonstrates what focused political stewardship can achieve.
