The campaigns of the Allied People’s Movement (APM) candidate, Bimbo Adekanmbi, and the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Sharafadeen Alli, have been drawn into a debate over policy proposals, governance and the role of opposition parties.
Dr Olanrewaju, Co-Director of Media and Publicity of the Bimbo Adekanmbi Governorship Campaign Council, criticised the Oyo APC and the Sharafadeen Alli Campaign Organisation, accusing them of concentrating on allegations against the administration of Governor Seyi Makinde rather than presenting detailed policy alternatives.
He highlighted Adekanmbi’s proposed policies, which he said focused on improving public education through teacher training, modern learning facilities, curriculum reforms and greater emphasis on science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
On youth development, Olanrewaju said the APM candidate had outlined plans for vocational training, entrepreneurship support and practical skills acquisition to prepare young people for emerging employment opportunities.
He also pointed to Adekanmbi’s proposals for strengthening primary healthcare, upgrading medical facilities and expanding community-based health interventions.
According to him, the APM candidate’s economic vision also includes expanding broadband access, supporting technology startups, promoting digital skills and encouraging private-sector investment to position Oyo State for growth in the digital economy.He highlighted Adekanmbi’s proposed policies, which he said focused on improving public education through teacher training, modern learning facilities, curriculum reforms and greater emphasis on science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
Olanrewaju maintained that political campaigns should be assessed not only by their criticisms of incumbent administrations but also by the quality and feasibility of the alternatives they present.
He argued that internal divisions and the inability to communicate a convincing alternative could undermine a political party’s public standing.
He also alleged that internal disagreements within the Oyo APC had affected its ability to present a united political front, describing the situation as a challenge to the party’s campaign strategy.
The campaign spokesperson expressed confidence in Adekanmbi’s political prospects, arguing that policy-driven engagement and clearly articulated development proposals would shape public discussions ahead of the election.
He concluded by urging political actors to prioritise constructive debate, policy formulation and issue-based campaigns over allegations and political confrontation.
 candidate, Bimbo Adekanmbi, and the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Sharafadeen Alli, have been drawn into a debate over policy proposals, governance and the role of opposition parties.){kind=link}