The Accord Party in Ekiti State has reaffirmed its support for the presidential ambition of Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim ahead of the 2027 general elections, asserting that their candidate will rescue Nigeria from the failures of President Bola Tinubu's administration.
Rally in Ado-Ekiti
The declaration was made during the party's governorship rally in Ado-Ekiti, which drew party leaders, women's groups, youth supporters, and grassroots members from across the state.
According to a statement made available to journalists in Kaduna on Saturday, the Ekiti State Chairman of the Accord Party, Philip Adeniji, described the gathering as a clear demonstration of the party's unity, commitment, and readiness for future electoral contests.
Adeniji stated that party members remain firmly behind Olawepo-Hashim as the Accord Party's presidential candidate, expressing confidence in his ability to provide a new direction for Nigeria.
Chairman's Remarks
“We gathered here today to reaffirm Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim as our presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections, and we are throwing our full weight behind him,” Adeniji said.
“He remains our candidate, and nobody can change that. We will work tirelessly for him, and we are confident that he will emerge victorious,” he added.
The party chairman further emphasized that Olawepo-Hashim possesses the leadership qualities and experience required to address the nation's challenges and restore hope to Nigerians.
“Hashim will rescue Nigeria from the misgovernance and hardship Nigerians are experiencing under the current administration,” he stressed.
Solidarity Movement
Also speaking, the Southwest Coordinator of the Gbenga Hashim Solidarity Movement, Alhaji Olaniru Abass, described the rally as evidence of the growing acceptance of Olawepo-Hashim's political message across the Southwest and beyond.
According to him, the Accord Party presidential hopeful combines experience, vision, and national appeal needed to lead Nigeria at a critical period in its history.
“Our gathering here today is to reaffirm our support for Hashim as the candidate of the Accord Party. He is the leader many Nigerians are waiting for, and we are prepared to support his emergence,” Abass stated.
Women's Support
Additionally, the Ekiti State Women Leader of the party, Funmilayo Adeyeye, assured supporters that women across the state would continue to play a leading role in grassroots mobilization for the candidate, while urging the party's national leadership to sustain support for his campaign.
Party Leaders' Endorsement
Similarly, a party leader, Samuel Abiola, said the endorsement of Olawepo-Hashim reflected the confidence members have in his leadership qualities and vision for a united, peaceful, and prosperous Nigeria.
Meanwhile, the state campaign coordinator, Sunday Dada, maintained that the mandate given to Olawepo-Hashim by party members would not be compromised or surrendered to external interests.
Rally Highlights
The rally featured displays of banners and placards by enthusiastic supporters, who reiterated their commitment to the Accord Party and the presidential ambition of Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim ahead of the 2027 elections.
