The Deputy Chairman of the Labour Party in Oyo state, Mayoress Olubukola Olayinka, has defected to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), with scores of her followers.
Olayinka noted that her official defection came after a wide range of consultations with friends, associates, political peers and leaders, noting that she left the LP because of an internal crisis among the leaders in the state.
While declaring her defection, the former LP Deputy Chairman attacked the leadership of the Labour party in Oyo state, while describing the PDP presidential candidate as a unifier who will unite the country based on his political ability and experience.
She said, “In the spirit of sincerity, love and progress, I wish to openly announce my exit and that of my followers from the Labour Party. Hundreds of my followers who believe in my political mentorship and I are also on this noble course.
“As an advocate of peace, whose life is driven by unity of purpose, I have done all my best as the Deputy Chairperson of Labour Party in Oyo State even in the face of sheer persecution, but all went down the drain as some people in the party believed they’re powerful than the political institution with their quisling mentality.
“As a result of this, my people and I have decided to cease our memberships henceforth with immediate effect. We strongly believe that the security of lives and properties of all Nigerians will be better guaranteed under the leadership and Government of Atiku Abubakar.”