Ondo 2024: Call for Stability And Enduring Credibility – BFA Urges Mimiko Not To Decamp Again
Amid circulating rumors that former Governor Olusegun Mimiko might consider joining the APC due to unresolved issues with his party’s gubernatorial candidate, Comrade Babatunde Francis Alli, the candidate for the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), has made a respectful appeal for Mimiko to refrain from switching political parties again.
BFA emphasized the critical need for political stability in Ondo State and urged Mimiko to resist the temptation to change parties. “You do not need to join a political party before supporting its candidate,” BFA stated.
BFA highlighted the detrimental impact of frequent party changes by seasoned politicians, noting that such actions undermine political integrity and disrupt the establishment of consistent leadership. He stressed the importance of having rallying points within the state to foster a stable political environment.
Expressing his respect for Mimiko, BFA made a heartfelt plea for the former governor to disregard any enticements to join the APC, which is no longer appeal to well-meaning Sunshiners and other Nigeroans. “I hold His Excellency, Olusegun Mimiko, in high regard despite any shortcomings. I earnestly appeal to him to resist any allure towards joining the APC. As the only former governor we have alive, his repeated party-switching would not honor the dignity of our state at this critical time in our political history,” Alli stated.
BFA further addressed the broader implications of frequent political realignments, urging former officeholders to recognize their enduring importance in shaping the state’s future governance. While younger generations of politicians may consider switching platforms due to ideological differences, veteran officeholders are expected to provide a rallying point for ideological stability.
He emphasized the significance of inclusivity and mentoring for the youth as core components of his political vision. “When former political leaders repeatedly switch parties, it hinders the necessary mentorship for our state’s youth, undermining our political landscape and confusing the next generation about values and ideologies,” BFA concluded.
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