Minister of Power, Bayo Adelabu, has made known his intention to contest the Oyo State Governorship election.
Adelabu, a chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress, declared this on Friday in Ogbomoso while addressing party members at the residence of one of the leaders of the party in the area, Ayoade Adeseun.
The minister said the occasion, a political meeting, was part of his consultations across geopolitical zones in the state towards realisation of his governorship ambition in 2027.
“I’m here to tell you that I want to contest for governor of Oyo State in 2027. I’m ready to put to test all experience I’ve gathered from the past two elections.
“I’m not against other zones becoming governor of the state, all I know is that God’s time is the best.
“Ogbomoso is very important in this state election, I’m here to seek for your support and backing, I’m happy to see that all the factions in Ogbomoso are now one,” he said.
Before he added: “I will run all inclusive government where everybody will be involved in governance of the state and no one will be left behind if I become governor of the state in 2027.
“I’m here for people to know that no one can impose anybody, I want to work and prove to our party members that I’m up to the task, I want to show them that I can withstand and survive competition and come out victorious.
“Oyo is like a second home to me, my supporters, followers, associates and allied are all here, they have been supporting me in the past and they are ready to support me again.
“I will give what is due to Oyo. Oyo zone deserves better treatment because it is symbolic, Oyo is historical, symbolic and blessing to the entire state.”
