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The group, chaired by Comrade Adekunle Oyatope, popularly known as Danku Yayi, said Adeola\u2019s emergence should energise supporters ahead of the upcoming governorship contest in Ogun State.<\/p>\n<h2>Reaction to the APC primary result<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>The Yayi Faithful Boys, led by Danku Yayi, described Senator Adeola\u2019s victory at the APC primary as well-earned and as evidence of party members\u2019 belief in his leadership credentials.<\/li>\n<li>Speaking to journalists soon after the primary election results were released on Friday, Danku Yayi said Adeola\u2019s emergence has brought renewed hope and excitement among party supporters throughout the state.<\/li>\n<li>He added that the Yayi Faithful Boys are determined to mobilise large-scale support for the APC candidate ahead of the governorship election.<\/li>\n<li>In his remarks, Danku Yayi said Senator Solomon Adeola has shown \u201cquality representation, humility, and dedication\u201d to improving the welfare of the public, arguing that the senator has the experience and leadership qualities required to move Ogun State forward.<\/li>\n<li>Danku Yayi urged APC members and supporters across Ogun to remain united and cooperate in order to secure victory for the party in the forthcoming governorship election.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>In a related statement carrying the same message, the group highlighted that its newer members have also extended congratulations to Senator Solomon Adeola on his emergence as the APC governorship candidate for Ogun.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A faction within the APC-linked Yayi Faithful Boys has congratulated Senator Solomon Adeola after his win at the party\u2019s primary election, framing the result as both a deserved outcome and a sign that members have confidence in his ability to lead. 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