The Omoluabi Progressives, a political group led by former Osun State Governor Rauf Aregbesola, has officially announced its exit from the All Progressives Congress (APC).
In a statement signed by the group’s Organising and Publicity Secretary, Oluwaseun Abosede, and released on Sunday in Osogbo, the decision was made during the group’s monthly meeting held in Ilesa. Stakeholders across the 332 wards in the state unanimously agreed to sever ties with the APC.
The statement highlighted various grievances, including allegations of ostracism, arbitrary suspension, and expulsion of members without fair hearing, as well as the marginalization of the group within the APC structure. It also expressed dissatisfaction with the party’s handling of internal crises, which the group claims contributed to the APC's poor performance in recent elections, thereby weakening its influence in Osun State.
The group further revealed that a voice vote was conducted during the meeting, where members unanimously decided to align with another political platform ahead of the 2026 governorship election.
Addressing members at the meeting, Aregbesola, the immediate past Minister of Interior, commended the group for its steadfastness and commitment to integrity, character, and good governance.
He described the decision to leave the APC as the start of a new journey aimed at promoting responsible leadership in Osun State.
“Our mission is to elevate the prosperity of our dear state through responsible leadership. The path we have chosen is promising, highly reassuring, and filled with opportunities that will propel Osun to greatness. Therefore, you must remain committed and attract genuine individuals willing to walk this path of righteousness with us,” he added.
Aregbesola assured members that ongoing efforts to reposition the Omoluabi Progressives for future challenges would soon yield fruitful results.
“We are open to all, regardless of political, religious, or socio-cultural backgrounds. We possess the numbers, strength, and political acumen to provide leadership that will make Osun a model for its peers. By God’s grace, we shall succeed,” he concluded.
Source: Punch
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