Hon. Folajimi Oyekunle (DoN) candidacy a Masterstroke for PDP — Yerima Declares, As Ona Ara's Rising Star Backs Ibadan North Bye-Election Favourite

As the countdown to the Ibadan North Federal Constituency bye-election begins, momentum is building behind Hon. Folajimi Oyekunle (Don) — the PDP’s highly respected candidate and former Deputy Chief of Staff to the Oyo State Governor. Adding his voice to the wave of support is Hon. Oluwafemi Abolade Gabriel (Yerima), an emerging political force and PDP’s hopeful for Ona Ara State Constituency, who has publicly endorsed Don's candidacy as a symbol of competence, unity, and progress.

Yerima praised the leadership of the PDP for what he called “a brilliant and strategic choice”, emphasizing that Don’s extensive legislative experience and deep connection to the grassroots make him the ideal candidate to represent Ibadan North at the federal level.

> “Hon. Folajimi Don is a tested and trusted leader. His emergence as PDP’s flag bearer is a masterstroke — a decision that not only solidifies the party’s structure in Ibadan North but also inspires young leaders like myself to stay committed to excellence and grassroots service,” Yerima stated.

He also commended the constituency’s outstanding performance history, highlighting the impact of current representatives like Hon. Adebayo Babajide, Hon. Olufunke Comforter Olajide, and Hon. Olufade Oluwaseun, the Local Government Chairman, calling them “proof that PDP builds true leaders.”

Yerima, whose growing influence in Ona Ara Local Government is already gaining attention, linked Don’s candidacy with the broader movement to sustain the developmental agenda of Governor Seyi Makinde.

> “With Governor Makinde’s transformational leadership setting the pace, and with leaders like Don carrying the torch, the PDP is not just campaigning — we are delivering results. In Ona Ara, I remain committed to upholding that legacy and giving the people the inclusive representation they deserve.”

As election day approaches, the PDP’s unity and strategic positioning continue to resonate across the state — and with voices like Yerima’s amplifying the vision, the August 16th election is looking more like a Don Deal for PDP and the people.

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