Adelabu rallies Oyo APC legislators ahead of 2027 governorship election
By Adejayan Gbenga –
Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, on Wednesday held a strategic consultative meeting with All Progressives Congress (APC) members in the House of Representatives from Oyo State to formally declare his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election.
The meeting, which took place in Abuja, drew the attendance of six out of eight APC federal lawmakers from the state, along with Senator Ayoade Adeseun and Alhaji Fatai Ibikunle. Hon. Tolu Sadipe, who was unavoidably absent, sent in an apology from abroad.
During the session, Chief Adelabu appealed for collective support in his bid to reposition Oyo State for sustainable development and political stability under APC leadership.
In response, the lawmakers unanimously endorsed Adelabu’s ambition, describing his aspiration as timely and necessary for reclaiming the state from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
They lauded his achievements as Minister of Power, citing his leadership, visibility, and innovation in one of the country’s most demanding sectors. They also emphasized the importance of party unity and reconciliation to ensure a strong and cohesive campaign heading into 2027.
Chief Adelabu, in his remarks, stressed the need for people-centered governance and assured that he would continue broad-based consultations with stakeholders across all zones of the state.
He disclosed plans to visit key political blocs, including Oyo and Ogbomoso, in the coming days as part of his ongoing engagement with party members and community leaders.
Lawmakers in attendance included Hon. Kareem Tajudeen Abisodun (Saki West/Saki East/Atisbo), Hon. Akeem Adeniyi Adeyemi (Oyo East/Oyo West/Afijio/Atiba), Hon. Akin Alabi (Egbeda/Ona Ara), Hon. Lafioye Wasiu Adefisoye (Lagelu/Akinyele), Hon. Olamijuwonlo Alao-Akala (Ogbomoso North/South/Oriire), and Hon. Lateef Olaide Muhammed (Irepo/Ogo Oluwa/Orelope).
