Mr. Ayodeji Oritedi, a governorship aspirant from the APC in Ondo State has announced that he’s stepping down from the race to support Chief Olusola Oke, who is a strong contender for the party’s ticket.

According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Oke officially announced his candidacy at the APC secretariat in Akure on Monday.

Oritedi also announced his decision to collapse his campaign structure into the Olusola Oke Campaign Organisation (OOCA).

Speaking with journalists on Tuesday in Akure, Oritedi said the reason for supporting Oke, was to chart a new path for the state to reach greatness.

He said synergy was needed to ensure that the dreams of the forefathers of the State were achieved, saying that Oke’s vision for Ondo state aligned with his mission.

“We need a new path for Ondo State and in order to achieve that, we require to create synergy with the right people and Chief Olusola Oke has been seen to be an statute politician; he has been steadfast and consistent.

“As someone that has passion for the state and most of us, his vision align with our own mission. In order to make the work easy, we have decided to come together, pull a strong force to deliver Ondo State,” he said.

The businessman cum politician said his decision to step down was from his belief that the governorship aspiration of Oke had been endorsed by God.

“I am happy to associate with Chief Olusola Oke. All our structures globally and supporters have decided to join him. This is because it is a God ordained-project,” Oritedi said.