PDP Condemns Delayed Executive Council Meetings Under Aiyedatiwa as Retrogressive Governance in Ondo
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State has launched a sharp critique against Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa's administration, focusing on the timing of its first executive council meeting of the year. According to the opposition party, this meeting, held on April 14, 2026, months into the new year, exemplifies what they describe as a slow, reactive, and retrogressive governance approach that is allegedly harming the state.
Allegations of Governance Failures
In a statement issued by Wande Ajayi, the Director of Media and Public Communications for the PDP in Ondo State, the party argued that a government unable to convene its highest decision-making body promptly cannot effectively address urgent public needs. The PDP claims this delay has contributed to economic strain, infrastructural decay, and escalating security threats across the state. They emphasized that such administrative lapses undermine the credibility of any claims to urgency in governance.
Furthermore, the PDP criticized Governor Aiyedatiwa for allegedly failing to present a coherent and actionable security framework, which they say exacerbates the growing security challenges faced by residents. This criticism comes amid broader concerns about the administration's responsiveness to critical issues affecting Ondo State.
Political Developments: Agboola Ajayi's Senatorial Bid
In a related political development, Agboola Ajayi, a former Deputy Governor of Ondo State, has announced his intention to contest the Ondo South senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections. He will run under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), marking a significant shift from his previous affiliation with the PDP, where he was the gubernatorial candidate in the 2024 election.
Ajayi stated that his decision follows extensive consultations with key stakeholders and party leaders, including Governor Aiyedatiwa. He asserted that his motivation is not personal gain but a desire to return to the National Assembly to complete unfinished projects initiated during his tenure in the House of Representatives. This move highlights ongoing political realignments in the state as parties prepare for future elections.
The PDP's accusations and Ajayi's political ambitions underscore the dynamic and often contentious political landscape in Ondo State, with governance efficiency and electoral strategies taking center stage in public discourse.
