Engr. Dipo Bamisaye’s Candidature Positioned to Strengthen APC’s Presidential Victory Nationwide- Comrade Dayo Aguda
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- March 21, 2026 --
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— Engr. Dipo Bamisaye, Comrade Dayo Aguda
By Comrade Temidayoq Azeez Aguda
The candidature of Engr. Dipo Bamisaye for the Ekiti North Senatorial District is increasingly being recognized as a strategic advantage for the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the forthcoming presidential election across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
A critical factor in this projection is the vast and influential network of graduates of Ekiti State University (EKSU), numbering in the millions, who form a formidable alumni base spread across the country and in the diaspora.
This network is particularly strong in Ekiti State, with a significant concentration in the Ekiti North
Senatorial District.
More significantly, the estimated active EKSU alumni voting bloc nationwide is conservatively projected at between 400,000 and 700,000 voters.
This bloc represents a structured, educated, and politically aware constituency with presence across all 36 states and the FCT. With effective coordination and mobilization, this group alone has the capacity to influence electoral outcomes at both senatorial and presidential levels.
As a former Global President of the EKSU Alumni Association, Engr. Dipo Bamisaye commands credibility, goodwill, and established relationships within this expansive community. His leadership not only unified alumni chapters but also transformed the association into an active platform for engagement, development, and collective action.
Political analysts observe that this large alumni base represents a ready-made structure for grassroots mobilization and electoral influence. With strong presence in key voting blocs—especially in Ekiti North—this network has the potential to significantly boost voter turnout and support for the APC at both senatorial and presidential levels.
Beyond numbers, the EKSU alumni community comprises professionals, civil servants, entrepreneurs, and opinion leaders whose influence extends into various sectors of Nigerian society. Our collective voice, when effectively mobilized, can shape political narratives and drive electoral outcomes across multiple states.
With a modest engagement rate, the 400,000–700,000 active voters could directly translate into tens of thousands of votes, while indirectly influencing hundreds of thousands more through personal and professional networks.
Engr. Bamisaye’s proven ability to organize and inspire this group provides the APC with a unique advantage.
By activating alumni networks for advocacy, voter education, and mobilization, his candidature can generate a ripple effect that strengthens the party’s national campaign efforts.
In addition, his strong emphasis on youth empowerment, mentorship, and capacity development aligns with the aspirations of younger voters—many of whom are part of this alumni ecosystem or directly influenced by it. This further reinforces his strategic importance in expanding the APC’s support base.
His reputation for integrity, transparency, and results-driven leadership continues to enhance public trust, positioning him as not only a credible senatorial candidate but also a valuable asset to the APC’s broader electoral success.
As the political landscape evolves, the role of influential networks such as the EKSU Alumni Association cannot be underestimated.
In this context, the candidature of Engr. Dipo Bamisaye stands out as a catalyst for mobilizing a critical mass of voters—particularly a nationwide alumni bloc estimated at 400,000 to 700,000—capable of contributing significantly to the APC’s presidential victory across Nigeria.
Temidayo Azeez Aguda
The Otun Adini of Ifaki Muslims’ Community
Ifaki-Ekiti, Ido-Osi Local Government Area
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