The Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Adebo Ogundoyin, has joined the 2027 governorship race in the state.
In a statement issued on Sunday by his Special Assistant on Media, Oyetunji Oyekunle, the speaker was endorsed by Peoples Democratic Party stakeholders in Ibarapaland.
According to the statement, the endorsement followed a zonal meeting held in Igboora to discuss preparations for a planned visit by Governor Seyi Makinde, during which a vote of confidence was passed in Ogundoyin.
The stakeholders reportedly praised his leadership qualities, loyalty to the party, and contributions to legislative stability in the state.
They also urged him to formally declare his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election, assuring him of their support.
Responding, Ogundoyin, who represents Ibarapa East Constituency, expressed appreciation for the endorsement, describing it as an honour and responsibility.
Ogundoyin said the endorsement represented a call for inclusive governance, unity, and continued development across the state.
The meeting was attended by party leaders, government officials, and grassroots politicians, including a member of the House of Representatives, Anthony Adepoju; state commissioners, Ademola Ojo and Wasilat Adegoke; and other stakeholders.
Local government chairmen present included Kazeem Arogundade (Ibarapa East), Lateef Akorede (Ibarapa North), and Olusola Adeleke (Ibarapa Central).
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