A grassroots political figure in Ondo State, Mr. Tola Awosika, has formally announced his withdrawal from partisan politics and declared that he will not participate in the 2027 general elections, marking a significant shift in his political trajectory.
Awosika, who disclosed that he resigned his membership of the All Progressives Congress in December 2025, said the decision followed months of reflection, consultations, and personal reassessment about his future in public life.
In a personally signed statement dated March 1, 2026, and titled “A New Focus And The Path Ahead,” Awosika said he was entering his 40th year with “mixed feelings of joy and soberness,” describing the moment as both celebratory and reflective.
The Ondo-born politician, who has been active in grassroots mobilisation in the state over the past seven years, said his political journey was driven by what he described as “Project Nigeria”, a vision of a country that guarantees equal opportunities for citizens and secures the future of the next generation.
According to him, his involvement in politics within the Sunshine State was motivated by a desire to contribute meaningfully to development at the ward, local, state, and national levels. He noted that over the years, he invested time and resources in community engagement and participated actively in political processes across various platforms.
Awosika referenced the popular slogan associated with his political movement, “TA is coming,” which he described as a symbol of hope embraced by his supporters. He, however, indicated that his latest decision signals a transition rather than an abandonment of public service.
“This is the season for me to consolidate on what I have achieved and plan to achieve. This is the season to watch, learn, avoid mistakes and most importantly, await the call from God,” he stated.
He clarified that while he would continue to fulfil his civic obligations as a voter, he would neither seek nor support any partisan political position in the 2027 elections.
Political observers say Awosika’s exit from active party politics may alter certain alignments within Ondo’s evolving political landscape, particularly among younger voters and grassroots supporters who had identified with his reformist rhetoric.
In his message, Awosika urged aspirants and future candidates to remember that public office is a call to serve the people rather than an avenue for personal advancement. He also called on citizens to take responsibility in electing credible leaders.
Awosika concluded his statement by wishing Ondo State and Nigeria well, reaffirming his enduring commitment to national development, albeit outside partisan political structures for now.
The development adds to the growing list of political realignments ahead of the 2027 electoral cycle in Ondo State and across Nigeria.
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