All Progressives Congress governorship aspirant, Saheed Oladele, has taken another step that seems to threaten the aspiration of Power Minister, Adebayo Adelabu, to succeed Governor Seyi Makinde in 2027.
He, on Saturday, hosted all 33 local government chairmen of the party in Bodija, Ibadan.
The meting has got many talking because it was attended by chairmen from areas including Saki West, Saki East, Atisbo, Oorelope, and Olorunsogo, marked the first time all APC chairmen across the state met in full.
Ibadan North APC chairman, Alhaji Taofeek Olayiwola, described the turnout as a sign that Oladele’s ambition has divine backing.
He noted that the APC has the capacity to defeat the PDP in future elections but must first heal internal cracks.
Oladele revealed that despite his large support base, he deliberately avoided setting up a personal political structure, saying, “Party unity is more important than any aspirant’s ambition. No political aspiration can succeed without a united front.”
Speaking on behalf of the chairmen, Architect J.O. Omoniyi of Ibadan Southwest LGA affirmed their commitment to strengthening the party, stressing that the APC must not enter the 2027 polls divided.
The chairmen commended Oladele’s unifying efforts and offered prayers for his success in the coming race.
