By, Olawale Ogunbusola

The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and the Allied Peoples’ Movement (APM) will on Thursday, May 14, 2026, hold a historic Unity Mega Rally at the iconic Mapo Hall, Ibadan, as part of ongoing consultations and grassroots mobilization aimed at strengthening opposition co-operation and deepening democratic engagement ahead of future electoral contests.

The rally, scheduled to commence by 10am is designed to showcase solidarity, mutual understanding, and a shared commitment to good governance, inclusive politics, and people-oriented leadership.

In a statement made available by PDP publicity Secretary, Michael Ogunsina on Wednesday, noted that the organizers has clarified that no candidate will be unveiled at the event.

“Contrary to rumours circulating in some quarters, the Ibadan rally is not intended for the presentation or endorsement of any individual for elective office.”

Ogunsina added that the alliance partners have jointly agreed that all candidates that may eventually emerge on the platform of the coalition shall do so strictly through legal, democratic primaries and within the framework of the mutually agreed timetable to be announced at the appropriate time.

“Until such processes are formally activated and concluded, there shall be no unveiling, announcement, or endorsement of candidates by the alliance or any of its affiliated structures.”, he said.

He noted that the coalition remains committed to transparency, internal democracy, fairness, and respect for due process, maintaining that the  leadership of both parties believe in credible democratic procedures, sustainable political co-operation and electoral legitimacy.

“The Unity Mega Rally is therefore expected to serve as a platform for:
strengthening inter-party cooperation; mobilizing supporters across Oyo State and beyond; promoting peaceful political participation; and
reinforcing the collective resolve to build a more responsive and people-driven political alternative.”

Meanwhile, Ogunsina urged members of the public, party faithful, youth groups, women organizations, civil society stakeholders, and supporters of democratic ideals to attend the rally peacefully and responsibly, assuring due security of lives and property.