YPM STORMS OGUN EAST: Holds Solidarity Walk, Inaugurates Campus Executives at Mega Rally
YPM STORMS OGUN EAST: Holds Solidarity Walk, Inaugurates Campus Executives at Mega Rally
The Yayi Progressive Movement (YPM) held its Ogun East mega rally and inaugurated its artisans’ wing at Dipo Dina Stadium in Ijebu-Ode, following an accreditation and procession from Mobalufon Town Hall. Supporters gathered at the town hall from about 9 a.m. on Friday, 30th Octobe2026, where they collected customised YPM clothing and entry passes before walking to the stadium for the main event.
The inauguration began at noon, with Deji Kalejaye serving as moderator. He welcomed attendees and thanked the various groups and communities for supporting the movement. Those acknowledged included market associations, artisans, youth and women’s wings, student groups, community associations, religious organisations and representatives of the Arewa and Igbo communities, among others.
The programme opened with prayers led by representatives of the Muslim, Christian and Isese. Prayers were offered for the event, the state and the candidates contesting in the upcoming election. Participants then sang the national, Ogun State and APC anthems.
The gathering brought together traditional leaders, market representatives, APC officials, community groups and political figures. Among those acknowledged were Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, YPM convener Armstrong Temitope Akintunde, co-convener Hon. Olusegun Kaka, APC State Chairman Chief Yemi Sanusi, and other party and movement officials. Musical performances by Pasuma, King Wasiu Ayinde and other entertainers added to the festivities.
In his welcome address, YPM coordinator Hon. Segun Kaka described the movement’s development as an ongoing effort to strengthen its organisation and broaden its reach across Ogun State. He said YPM’s political journey had evolved from DACA through Omoluabi to its current identity, guided by grassroots mobilisation, leadership development, unity and shared political aspirations.
The programme also featured a cultural performance by young people from Ogun State, a YPM documentary presented by state campaign representative Hon. Olusegun Kehinde Odeneye, and a showcase of the movement’s student, youth and women canvassers.
Delivering a goodwill message, APC State Chairman Chief Yemi Sanusi thanked the governor, senator and other dignitaries. He urged supporters to participate in the election and cast their votes.
Awards were presented to Governor Abiodun, Senator Adeola and Kudirat Abiodun Adegunwa Balogun in recognition of their contributions to Ogun State. YPM convener Armstrong Temitope Akintunde thanked supporters and organisers for helping make the rally and inauguration possible.
Senator Adeola also expressed appreciation to the people of Ijebu-Ode and Ogun State for their support. He described the movement’s growth as an important milestone and called on supporters to turn their enthusiasm into votes. He further thanked Governor Abiodun and acknowledged the contributions of YPM leaders and organisers.
Governor Abiodun praised the movement and its supporters, and encouraged attendees to vote in the upcoming election, saying participation was important to the future of Ogun State.
The rally concluded with music and further celebrations, as attendees expressed optimism about the movement and the state’s future.
