{
  "id": 11234884,
  "title": "Oyo Obidient leader Sunday Oni, supporters join APC ahead of 2027",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/oyo-obidient-leader-sunday-oni-supporters-join-apc-ahead-of-2027",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-01T16:32:30.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/01/oyo-obidient-leader-sunday-oni-supporters-join-apc-ahead-of-2027/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Mr. Sunday Oni, the leader of the Obidient Movement in Oyo State, has joined the All Progressives Congress (APC) along with his supporters in preparation for the 2027 general elections. This announcement was made by Senator Sharafadeen Alli, who shared details on X. The event took place in Ibadan and was attended by various party leaders and notable figures.\n\nDuring his address, Mr. Oni discussed his political career, mentioning his involvement in the political alliance during the 2023 elections. He also revealed his intention to expand the movement's reach across Oyo State's 33 Local Government Areas.\n\nThe senator highlighted his extensive experience in Ibadan and his 50 years of involvement in Oyo State affairs. He expressed his commitment to prioritizing youth participation, worker and pensioner welfare in his governance plans. His running mate, Hon. Adesoji Adedeji, was also recognized for his efforts in engaging with the youth.\n\nThe APC leaders present during the gathering included Rt. Hon. Asimiyu Niran Alarape, Alhaji Taofeek Lamidi, Hon. Fatai Adesina, and several others. The event was deemed a significant development in Oyo State's political landscape, signalling a potential shift in the state's electoral dynamics ahead of the 2027 elections.",
  "summary": "The leader of the Obidient Movement in Oyo State, Mr Sunday Oni, has joined the All Progressives Congress (APC) alongside his supporters ahead of the 2027 general elections. This was announced by the Senator representing Oyo South Senatorial District, Sharafadeen Alli, in a post on X. It reads: “In Ibadan, we welcomed Mr. Sunday Oni, a leader of the […] Oyo Obidient leader Sunday Oni, supporters…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}