Osun 2026: APC picks Adereti as Oyebamiji’s running mate
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo –
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has picked Benjamin Kayode Adereti as the running mate to its governorship candidate, Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO), for the August 15, 2026 governorship election.
Adereti’s name appeared alongside Oyebamiji’s on the final list of candidates released by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
He is an Ile-Ife-born politician who contested the House of Representatives election in 2023 but lost to the incumbent legislator representing Ife Federal Constituency, Taofeek Ajilesoro.
Adereti is a Christian and a professional engineer.
