Oyetola poised for Osun governorship election in 2026, says APC chieftain
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo
A prominent member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Hon. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has declared his unwavering confidence that former Governor Gboyega Oyetola will contest and emerge victorious in the upcoming 2026 governorship election.
Oyintiloye made these remarks during a press briefing in Osogbo on Wednesday, asserting that Oyetola holds the “first right of refusal” for the APC’s gubernatorial ticket.
According to Oyintiloye, Oyetola’s extensive experience and thorough preparations position him as the ideal candidate to dismantle the current administration led by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
He noted that Oyetola has already initiated consultations with key stakeholders throughout the state to assess the party’s strengths and challenges in each local government area, ensuring a more robust platform for the APC’s campaign.
“This strategic framework will guide our vision and goals as a party,” Oyintiloye explained. “We are more than prepared to wrest power from the PDP in 2026, and the people of the state are eagerly awaiting this change. Alhaji Adegboyega Oyetola will contest and win the 2026 governorship election in Osun.”
Reflecting on Oyetola’s past tenure, Oyintiloye praised the significant advancements the state experienced in health, education, agriculture, infrastructure, and rural community development during his administration.
He emphasized that despite facing a limited federal allocation at the time, Oyetola effectively leveraged his extensive experience in both the private and public sectors to maximize available resources, leading to positive impacts across all sectors.
In his current role as Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Oyetola has been commended for his achievements, including substantial revenue growth, strategic investments in port infrastructure, and the adoption of the National Single Window Initiative to enhance trade efficiency. Oyintiloye highlighted these accomplishments as further evidence of Oyetola’s capability to deliver results in any position.
He concluded by urging APC members in Osun State to remain united and rally behind Oyetola in the quest to reclaim the governorship in the upcoming election.
