“Oyo Deserves More” — Ex-Power Minister Adelabu Declares for Governorship Race
Former Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has officially declared his intention to contest the Oyo State governorship election under the APC.
Speaking at Obafemi Awolowo Stadium in Ibadan, Adelabu said he joined the race because he believes the state deserves greater dividends of democracy.
“Oyo deserves more,” he said while promising policies and projects aimed at improving residents’ living conditions.
The declaration event was attended by several APC leaders and party stakeholders in the state.
He said, “Firstly, I want to thank Almighty Allah. We started this journey in 2019 and I believe 2027 will be our own time. We thank our past leaders, former governors of Oyo State who have passed away. I want to thank all the leaders here.
“This declaration message goes beyond declaration. It is the summary of Adebayo Adelabu’s manifesto. Today is a day to reclaim Oyo State to genuine progress.
“I stand before you with humility to declare my intention to contest for the gubernatorial election on the platform of our great party, APC, in 2027. I want to appreciate the President and Commander-in-chief, Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Thank you for the renewed hope.
“Why am I contesting again? It is because I believe Oyo State deserves more. Oyo State deserves security and stability because governance goes beyond rethorics.
“I am contesting because I know that I have the experience and exposure to build a greater Oyo State that is economically advanced. Good governance must be felt at the grassroots.”
