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PDP National Leader, Nyesom Wike Backs Oluyede For Ekiti Governor
… As Ikere Ekiti Women Rallies Massive Support
By Joseph Sunday
The current National Leader of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP; who doubled as the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Abuja, Barrister Nyesom Wike, has signaled his full backing to Dr Wole Oluyede, the June 20th governorship candidate of the PDP in Ekiti State.
The decision coincided with the massive rally organised by the women in Ikere Ekiti to draw an absolute support for Dr Wole Oluyede ahead of the June 20th governorship election in Ekiti State.
The development was disclosed through a press release signed and made available to newsmen on Monday by the Press Secretary to Wole Oluyede Campaign Organisation, Mr Idowu Adelusi
According to the press release, it was stated that Nyesom Wike’s endorsement followed a high-level strategic meeting held in Abuja, where Wike was described as a formidable force in Nigerian politics, was said to have allegedly pledged his full backing to ensure Oluyede’s victory at the polls.
The campaign organisation said the outcome of the meeting has effectively galvanized the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), positioning the party as one big family and as a united and dominant force ahead of the Ekiti 2026 election.
Amid the political momentum, a wave of grassroots support also emerged in Ikere Ekiti, Oluyede’s hometown, where multitude of women from all quarters in the community paid a solidarity visit to the PDP candidate’s residence on Easter Sunday.
The delegation was received by Mrs. Kemi Oluyede, who was described by the group as their “Iya Lode.”
The gathering turned into a show of strength, with the compound filled to capacity as supporters pledged loyalty to Oluyede’s candidacy.
Speaking on behalf of the group, the Onibedo of Ikere Ekiti, Engineer Adepoju Dada Dare, said their visit was to openly identify with the Oluyede family and demonstrate unwavering support for the PDP candidate.
“We are here to show our support. Both men and women are present, and we are fully committed to ensuring victory at the polls,” he said.
One of the women leaders, Mrs. Dupe Alawe, also expressed enthusiasm, promising to mobilize extensively for Oluyede’s success in the election.
In her response, Mrs. Kemi Oluyede appreciated the show of solidarity and urged supporters to convert their enthusiasm into votes on election day. She assured them of continued engagement and support.
The visiting group highlighted her longstanding support for community members, pledging to reciprocate by rallying wider grassroots backing for the PDP candidate.
The event concluded in a festive atmosphere, with supporters entertained and presented with gifts in the spirit of Easter—further reinforcing what the campaign describes as a growing wave of momentum for Oluyede across Ekiti State.