2027: Ogun West stakeholders support Adeola’s consensus candidacy

Leaders and other stakeholders in the All Progressives Congress APC, in Ogun West Senatorial District, have pledged their total support for the party’s consensus candidate, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, in the 2027 election.

They also sued for peace and unity among supporters of the party for the district to break the jinx of producing the next governor of the state in the next general election.

Ogun West Senatorial District is yet to produce a governor from the axis in the 50-year history of the state.

The leaders, which included the Deputy Governor of the State, Engr Noimot Salako Oyedele; the Minister of State for Health, Dr Iziaq Kunle Salako; members of the National Assembly, Hon Abiodun Akinlade; Hon Gboyega Nasir Isiaka and Tunji Akinosi, among others, unanimously backed Senator Adeola in becoming the successor of Prince Dapo Abiodun, whose tenure expires on May 29, 2027.

The stakeholders’ meeting held in Ilaro, on Sunday, mainly focused on how the district would speak in one voice to achieve their age-long aspiration.

In his remarks, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, said the district is on the path of progress, emphasising unity among all.

He said, “All of us know the political history of Ogun West since 1976 and all efforts have been made to lead the state. This time around, we are on our way to becoming successful. One important element that we must take along to achieve this is unity to ensure that no one is left behind.

“For some time, efforts have been ongoing to ensure that all sons and daughters of Ogun West come together to speak in one voice. Following the emergence of Senator Adeola, Ogun West must speak with one voice. Today’s meeting is to get us to recommit ourselves and ensure that Senator Adeola becomes the governor and the first of such from Ogun West.”

The party’s governorship aspirant, Isiaka, urged stakeholders to close rank to ensure the victory of Senator Adeola at the polls in 2027 by setting aside political differences.

“This is not the time for different political groups,” as he urged stakeholders to close ranks,” GNI said.

Similarly, Hon Akinlade said Isiaka and Senator Adeola are now indivisible for the actualisation of Yewa Agenda.

“For the first time in Ogun State, we are adopting the word consensus. This meeting is that of purpose. We must acknowledge the effort of Governor Dapo Abiodun for the role he played. No matter the social media stories, we are now indivisible. Myself, GNI and Yayi,” he said.

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The party’s consensus candidate, while addressing leaders and stakeholders, appreciated all for their unflinching support, mediation efforts which led to his emergence as the party’s choice.

He lauded the efforts of President Bola Tinubu, Governor Abiodun and Chief Olusegun Osoba and other former governors of the state.

“I thank all party leaders, stakeholders and members for the success we have been able to achieve so far and for the mediation that brought about this consensus candidacy. I am not taking this for granted.

“I cannot imagine that we are here today as one indivisible family to affirm that it is Ogun West time. I assure you that the newfound unity in Ogun West will not be taken for granted. This is a unifying meeting.

“I was taken by surprise when I was announced because I was still looking forward to the party primary. I thank our leaders for this honour done to the sons and daughters of Ogun West after 50 years of Ogun State,” he added.

Adeola appealed to party faithful to remain united, saying, “From today going forward, we are one big indivisible family. We are speaking with one voice. I can assure you that no one is going to coerce me. I am for everyone.”

The Deputy Governor, Noimot Salako-Oyedele, described the meeting as a significant moment for Ogun West and commended the roles played by the President and the state governor in achieving consensus.

“Today is a significant day for Ogun West. I want to express gratitude to President Bola Tinubu and the pilot of our ship, Governor Dapo Abiodun, for the roles they played to get us here,” she said.

“As a sitting government, I have seen how disadvantaged Ogun West has been. It is my prayer that God will give Senator Adeola the wisdom to deliver in this role. This project is my project.”