Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele has described the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as a political party allegedly formed to undermine Yoruba political interests and destabilise Nigeria.

Bamidele made the remarks in Igede-Ekiti, Irepodun/Ifelodun Local Government Area of Ekiti State during a campaign tour for the re-election bid of Governor Biodun Oyebanji ahead of the June 20 governorship election.

APC Rallies Support In Ekiti

The Senate Leader urged residents and party supporters to remain united behind the All Progressives Congress (APC), warning against voting for opposition parties he claimed could threaten peace in the state.

“We are grateful for your support over the years. We in the APC are here to appreciate what you have done before and the constitution of the country allows a deserving governor to run for a second term,” he said.

He added that ongoing development projects in the state were based on public input gathered during consultations across local governments.

‘ADC Is Anti-Yoruba Party’ Claim Sparks Reaction

Bamidele also made a strong political statement against the ADC, describing it in controversial terms.

“ADC is an anti-Yoruba party formed to destroy the nation. They said they have a candidate in Ekiti, and they want to claim government in Nigeria to disrupt the country. Don’t lose your votes,” he said.

He urged supporters to consolidate their votes for the APC ahead of the election.

Oyebanji Promises More Development

Speaking at the same event, Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji pledged continued development if re-elected, saying his administration still had several infrastructure projects in the pipeline.

He also described the upcoming governorship election as a key political test, linking it to broader national political dynamics ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Oyebanji said the APC was targeting a large vote margin in the state as part of efforts to demonstrate continued political strength in the South-West.