In a statement issued by Publicity Secretary of APC in Kwara State, Alhaji Sulyman Buhari, the party expressed its readiness to organise a hitch-free, peaceful and successful rally.

"The flag off ceremony of the gubernatorial campaign of our governorship candidate, His Excellency, Alhaji Abdulfatah Ahmed will hold at Offa Township Stadium, Offa, Kwara State on Thursday, 15th of January, 2015 by 7:00am prompt.

"The historic event would be utilised to intimate the good people of Kwara State that Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed is still the best man for the job. The successes of Mr Governor's first term in office would be highlighted while the manifesto for continuity would be well-articulated for the benefits of Kwarans.

"The APC and the governorship campaign committee have concluded arrangements to ensure a hitch-free, peaceful and successful rally.

"All APC members across the 16 local government areas of Kwara State are enjoined to attend and mobilise en-masse for the historic event.

The party said, "other campaign schedule would be released to the public at the appropriate time".

"We reiterate our commitment to an issue-based campaign devoid of hatred and bitterness throughout the period of electioneering campaign. And we urge the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its governorship candidate to embrace issue-based campaign in the interest of peace and healthiness of the electoral system.", the statement read.