A group, Concerned Akure APC Members, has urged Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, to intervene in what it described as moves to impose a non-indigene as the All Progressives Congress candidate for Akure South Constituency 1 ahead of the 2027 State House of Assembly election.
In an open letter dated April 20, 2026, and made available to journalists in Akure, the group cautioned that such a development could undermine the party’s chances in the constituency if not addressed.
The letter, signed by its spokesperson, Ayeni Temidayo, acknowledged the governor’s leadership but raised concerns over alleged attempts by unnamed political actors to foist an aspirant on the constituency.
“We write with utmost respect and a deep sense of responsibility to our party and the people of Akure South,” the group said.
“However, it has become necessary to draw urgent attention to a sensitive situation that could destabilise our constituency as preparations for the 2027 elections gather momentum.”
The group alleged that certain individuals were making “deliberate and calculated efforts” to position Mrs Adeola Rosemary Fynch as the party’s sole candidate, despite claims that she is not an indigene of Akure South.
“This development is deeply troubling. Based on available records, Mrs Fynch is not from Akure South but hails from Ilesa in Osun State and does not possess the indigenous standing required to represent our people,” the letter stated.
According to the group, any attempt to impose a candidate without roots in the constituency would amount to a violation of the rights and identity of the people.
“Our constituency must not become a testing ground for externally imposed candidates or political experiments disconnected from local realities,” it added.
The APC members also cited the outcome of the 2023 election in the constituency as a warning, noting that internal disagreements over candidate selection contributed to the party’s defeat.
“We recall that despite warnings from stakeholders, the emergence of the party’s candidate in 2023 was widely rejected, and the consequence was electoral loss. We cannot afford to repeat such a mistake,” the group said.
They stressed that residents of Akure South Constituency 1 had consistently opposed the imposition of non-indigenous representatives, warning that ignoring their position could alienate voters.
“The people have made their stance clear. Any attempt to disregard their collective will risks weakening the party’s support base and electoral prospects,” the statement read.
The group appealed to the governor to ensure that due process, fairness and internal democracy prevail in the selection of candidates.
“We respectfully call on Your Excellency to intervene decisively to protect democratic integrity and ensure that the authentic voice of the people is not overridden by external interests,” it added.
They further warned that the party’s success in the constituency could not be guaranteed if the alleged imposition persists.
“This is not a threat but a reflection of the political reality at the grassroots. We trust in the governor’s commitment to justice and fairness to resolve this matter,” the group said.
The letter was also copied to the leadership of the All Progressives Congress at the state and local government levels.
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