Oke Mosan 2027: contenders, pretenders and the people’s choice — by Folorunso Adisa
Elections in Nigeria have not yet reached full maturity. They are not entirely perfect even in many Western democracies. However, in Nigeria, we often find ourselves not choosing an ideal candidate, but rather selecting what we perceive as the lesser evil in a political marketplace where the ultimate aim is to manage the affairs of the nation.
Whatever the outcome of any election becomes depends on whether the best or the worst among us prevails. And whoever prevails does so as a product of our collective decision, whether through active participation or passive indifference. Leadership does not emerge in isolation, but reflects the choices we make as citizens.
It is my sincere hope that whoever becomes the Governor of Ogun State in 2027 will represent the very best of us. Such leadership would enable Ogun State to claim its rightful place among the comity of states in Nigeria and position it to compete confidently with leading subnational governments across the world.
However, this aspiration will not materialise on its own. It will require deliberate, joint effort. Democratic progress demands participation, vigilance, and responsibility. As Bertolt Brecht observed, when the best among us refuse to engage in politics, the worst among us will govern. The future of our state, therefore, depends not only on who runs for office, but on who chooses to take part in shaping the process.
