JUST IN: Oyo speaker Ogundoyin declares 2027 governorship ambition
Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin has declared his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in the state. In a statement posted on
- By Alao Abiodun
Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin has declared his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in the state.
In a statement posted on his X page (formerly Twitter) on Sunday, Ogundoyin said his decision followed consultations across party structures and interest groups.
He said, "Leaders and stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) across Ibarapaland, at our zonal meeting today, made a clear and compelling call for me to throw my hat in the ring for the 2027 Governorship election in Oyo State.
"In direct response to this, I have formally declared my intention to contest. This decision goes beyond personal ambition.
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"It is a responsibility shaped by the collective yearning of our people for focused, inclusive, and result-driven leadership.
"I am grateful for the confidence reposed in me, and I accept this responsibility with a clear understanding of the demands ahead and an unwavering commitment to serve with integrity and purpose.
"I also met with stakeholders in my constituency, Eruwa, Ibarapa East Local Government, where the message was equally firm and aligned."
"Across board, the position is clear, our people are ready, and the moment is now. This is a defining step. The journey has begun."
