Barrister Chief Niyi Aborisade, popularly known as BANA, on Monday took center stage at a high-level stakeholders’ meeting of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) held at the Amuludun 99.1FM premises, Moniya, Akinyele Local Government Area of Oyo State, where he reaffirmed the party’s growing influence and readiness to reshape the state’s political landscape.
The meeting, which witnessed an impressive turnout of party leaders, Local Government Chairmen, ward executives and loyal members across the district, was described by participants as a strategic gathering aimed at consolidating the ADC’s grassroots structures and expanding its political reach ahead of forthcoming electoral activities.
Addressing the stakeholders, Aborisade spoke extensively on the steady progress, unity, and organizational growth of the ADC across Oyo State. He emphasized his long-standing commitment to a humanity-focused political ideology, stressing that governance must prioritize the welfare, dignity, and socio-economic advancement of the people.
He urged party faithful to remain united and disciplined, noting that the ADC represents a credible platform for inclusive leadership and purposeful governance. According to him, the increasing acceptance of the party across communities reflects a growing public desire for a new political direction anchored on transparency and people-oriented policies.
Presiding over the meeting, the Oyo State Chairman of the ADC, Hon. Yinka Olona, commended members for their dedication to party growth, stating that the consistent mobilization of stakeholders at various levels demonstrates that the ADC is steadily gaining ground within the state’s political space. He reportedly charged party executives to intensify grassroots engagement and strengthen ward structures to sustain the party’s expanding influence.
Also present at the gathering was the ADC Chairman in Egbeda Local Government, Hon. Funsho Owoade, alongside other notable party leaders who reiterated their commitment to building a formidable political front capable of challenging existing structures.
The atmosphere at the Moniya venue was marked by high enthusiasm as stakeholders from different local government areas pledged continued support for the party’s agenda. Observers noted that the strategic choice of Akinyele Local Government as host location underscores the ADC’s determination to deepen its grassroots penetration beyond metropolitan strongholds.
Party insiders described the meeting as another significant step in the ADC’s ongoing effort to position itself as a dominant political force in Oyo State, with leaders expressing optimism that sustained unity and coordinated mobilization would further strengthen its chances in future electoral contests.