Ondo APC Grassroots Leaders Urge End to "Unnecessary" Litigations Against Governor Aiyedatiwa Following High Court Ruling on Re-election Eligibility

Ondo APC grassroots leaders urge an end to "unnecessary" litigations against Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa following a court ruling on his re-election eligibility.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 16, 2026, 11:43 AM EDT

Source: The information in this article was sourced from Punch

Grassroots Support Amidst Judicial Setbacks

The All Progressives Congress (APC) internal landscape in Ondo State has reached a point of high tension following a recent Federal High Court judgment in Akure. The ruling, delivered last week, purportedly halted Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s eligibility to contest for a second term in office. In response, a group known as the Concerned Grassroots Leaders in Ondo APC has formally warned litigants that persistent court cases serve only as a distraction to the state's governance. During a briefing on Monday, March 16, 2026, the group emphasized that the Governor’s current priority is the completion of critical developmental projects rather than political campaigning.

Governor Disclaims Re-election Declaration

Addressing the legal controversy, Governor Aiyedatiwa has maintained a stance of official distance from the re-election debate. He recently stated that he has never formally declared an intention to run for a second term to any individual or group, noting that he was "taken to court" by others before he had even addressed his future. Babajide Akinwolere, the convener of the grassroots group, echoed this sentiment, arguing that the Governor has demonstrated stability and purposeful leadership. According to Akinwolere, the administration's focus on infrastructure across all 18 local government areas should be the primary concern for the party, rather than premature legal battles over eligibility.

Infrastructural Milestones and Policy Continuity

The grassroots leaders highlighted several areas where the Aiyedatiwa administration has allegedly outperformed expectations. These include the initiation of new transportation projects aimed at boosting local economic activities and enhancing connectivity between rural and urban communities. The group further praised the government's efforts in strengthening healthcare services, empowering youth, and providing institutional support for Small and Medium-scale Enterprises (SMEs). They argued that "unnecessary litigations" threaten to stall the momentum of these foundation-laying projects, which are vital for the sustainable development of Ondo State.