A mammoth crowd of supporters flooded Ado-Ekiti on Thursday as top leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), led by former Senate President David Mark and former Osun State Governor Rauf Aregbesola, converged on the Ekiti State capital for the party’s grand finale campaign rally ahead of Saturday’s governorship election.
The rally, which served as the climax of the ADC’s statewide campaign, witnessed thousands of enthusiastic supporters, party faithfuls and stakeholders gathering to reaffirm their commitment to the party and its governorship candidate, Dare Bejide.
The massive turnout underscored the growing political momentum around the ADC’s campaign as party leaders intensified efforts to mobilise voters ahead of the crucial poll.
Addressing the crowd, Senator David Mark described the ADC as a credible alternative capable of delivering purposeful leadership and sustainable development to Ekiti State. He urged residents to vote for the party, stressing that the election presents an opportunity for citizens to shape the future of the state through democratic participation.
Former Interior Minister and ex-Osun State Governor, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, also expressed confidence in the party’s chances, maintaining that the ADC would emerge victorious if the election is conducted in a free, fair and transparent manner.
Aregbesola called on supporters to remain peaceful, vigilant and committed throughout the electoral process, emphasising that the strength of democracy lies in the people’s collective resolve to protect their votes.
The rally also provided a platform for the party leadership to unveil its governance agenda centred on economic development, youth empowerment, infrastructure renewal, education and improved welfare for residents of the state.
Dare Bejide, a former Nigerian Ambassador to Canada and former Secretary to the Ekiti State Government under the administration of former Governor Segun Oni, has positioned himself as one of the major challengers in the June 20, 2026 governorship election after emerging as the ADC candidate following the party’s primary election.
Political observers say the high-profile attendance of national figures at the Ado-Ekiti rally reflects the ADC’s determination to strengthen its presence in Ekiti and challenge the dominance of established political parties in the state.
With only days remaining before voters head to the polls, the mammoth gathering in Ado-Ekiti has further heightened political excitement and set the stage for what is expected to be a keenly contested governorship election in the Fountain of Knowledge State.
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