[VIDEO] Osun 2026: Indigenous groups solidarity march for K-RAD, an affirmation of Osogbo’s preparedness for governance – OPYM
Apex youth group in Osogbo, the Osun state capital, Osogbo Progressive Youths Movement (OPYM) has said the mass rally held on Wednesday by indigenous groups in the town in solidarity for the emergence of legal luminary, Kunle Adegoke, SAN (popularly known as K-RAD) as flag bearer of the All Progressives Congress (APC) is testament of the town’s readiness to govern the state in 2026.
Moment indigenous groups in Osogbo march in solidarity for legal luminary, Kunle Adegoke, SAN (Popularly known as K-RAD) consideration as flag bearer of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun. The primary is slated to hold on Saturday, December 13, 2025. pic.twitter.com/KkifGPA3iA
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NewsClick Nigeria reports that the APC is scheduled to hold it’s primary on Saturday, December 13, 2025. About 10 candidates have indicated interest to contest the party’s governorship ticket.
They include; Senator Babajide Omoworare, Senator Iyiola Omisore, Babatunde Harter Oralusi, Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji, Oyedotun Babayemi, Benedict Olugboyega Alabi, Dr. Akinade Akanmu Ogunbiyi, Kunle Rasheed Adegoke, SAN (K-RAD), Mulikat Abiola Jimoh.
Reacting to the rally held in honour of the legal giant, OPYM in a statement signed and released on it’s behalf by Comrade Jimoh Oyekola Ajayi said the rally has sent a strong message of Osogbo’s preparedness to govern having been actively supportive of other towns in the state for over 35 years.
Read full statement below:
YESTERDAY’S ENDORSEMENT: OSOGBO HAS DRAWN THE LINE
The Osogbo Progressive Youths Movement wishes to formally announce that the events of yesterday transcended a political gathering. It was a resounding declaration of Osogbo’s collective resolve and political reawakening.
At the historic assembly, Osogbo sons and daughters unanimously endorsed Adekunle AbdulRasheed Adegoke, SAN, as the sole governorship choice for the 2026 election, while reaffirming unwavering support for His Excellency, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
This unified action has sent a message that cannot be misunderstood: Osogbo is awake — fully, boldly, and permanently.
The passion and solidarity demonstrated — from the determined procession to the charged atmosphere — mirrored the same emotional significance of the day Osogbo was officially declared the capital of Osun State. Yesterday’s gathering reminded the entire state of Osogbo’s identity, history, and rightful political position.
The OPYM wishes to state clearly, without ambiguity:
The moment the All Progressives Congress (APC) presents an Osogbo indigene as its governorship candidate, the election is effectively won.
This is not rhetoric but a reflection of political realities. Osogbo possesses:
the numbers,
the structure,
the loyalty, and
the moral mandate that have sustained the party since inception.
Osogbo has no internal enemies. Any attempt to suggest otherwise is a deliberate narrative promoted by external forces seeking to undermine the unity and aspiration of the capital city. Opposition to Osogbo’s rightful rise comes from outside, not from within.
For 35 years, Osogbo endured silence and marginalisation.
For 35 years, it was patient, loyal, and accommodating.
That period has ended.
As the capital of Osun State, Osogbo must now assume the honour, dignity, and political relevance befitting its status. The era of partial recognition and political sidelining is over. Osogbo will no longer accept tokenism or political charity.
The Osogbo Progressive Youths Movement extends profound appreciation to every youth, elder, leader, and supporter whose presence and enthusiasm made yesterday’s declaration historic. Your unity has spoken louder than any campaign message.
Osogbo has spoken — clearly, firmly, and unapologetically.
And moving forward, we will not be pushed aside again.
Signed:
Comrade Jimoh Oyekola Ajayi
Osogbo Progressive Youths Movement
