Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has declared his ambition to contest the Oyo State Governorship election.
Adelabu made this known on Friday during a gathering with political supporters and stakeholders in Ogbomoso. The meeting was held at the home of a prominent party figure, Ayoade Adeseun, and served as part of the minister’s ongoing consultations ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Speaking to party members and supporters, Adelabu said, “I’m here to tell you that I want to contest for governor of Oyo State in 2027. I’m ready to put to test all the experience I’ve gathered from the past two elections.”
He noted that he has learned valuable lessons from his previous attempts at the governorship seat and feels better prepared to run this time. He also mentioned that his decision is not to oppose other regions in the state but is rather driven by timing and divine will. “I’m not against other zones becoming governor of the state, all I know is that God’s time is the best,” he said.
Adelabu acknowledged the importance of Ogbomoso in the state’s political landscape and expressed joy over the unity he now sees among different factions in the region. “Ogbomoso is very important in this state election, I’m here to seek your support and backing. I’m happy to see that all the factions in Ogbomoso are now one,” he noted.
The Minister also made it clear that he wants to bring inclusive leadership to Oyo State. He pledged to run a government that welcomes everyone, no matter their background. “I will run all-inclusive government where everybody will be involved in governance of the state and no one will be left behind if I become governor of the state in 2027,” he said.
On internal party matters, Adelabu stressed that no candidate should be imposed. He expressed his commitment to a fair political process. “I’m here for people to know that no one can impose anybody, I want to work and prove to our party members that I’m up to the task. I want to show them that I can withstand and survive competition and come out victorious.”
He also shared a personal connection to the Oyo zone and praised the support he has received from people in the area. “Oyo is like a second home to me, my supporters, followers, associates and allied are all here, they have been supporting me in the past and they are ready to support me again.”
Adelabu believes that Oyo deserves more attention and benefits from the state government, saying, “I will give what is due to Oyo. Oyo zone deserves better treatment because it is symbolic, Oyo is historical, symbolic and blessing to the entire state.”
Before concluding, the minister urged residents in the region to support President Bola Tinubu in his bid for a second term. “This is another turn of Yorubas to serve their two terms as President of Nigeria. Nigeria has a lot to benefit if Tinubu is re-elected,” he added.
