The Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has announced that the state aims to secure 95 per cent of its total votes for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during the 2027 general elections. According to the governor, the President has earned a second term in office following the implementation of critical economic reforms by his administration. Abiodun made this declaration on Friday at a strategic meeting of the All Progressives Congress held inside the Presidential Lodge at Ibara in Abeokuta. He explained that the economic policies introduced by the President have successfully repositioned the national economy while establishing a firm baseline for durable growth and structural development.
The governor further commended members of the Ogun State chapter of the ruling party for ensuring a peaceful and orderly atmosphere during the recent primary elections. He stated that the state separated itself from other parts of the country by executing a highly transparent and well-organized electoral process. He noted that the smooth conduct of the exercise was a direct result of the immense discipline, unity, and maturity demonstrated by the party members.
Reflecting on the internal elections, the governor said, "Our primary election was inclusive, transparent, and fair. This was made possible by the commitment and mutual trust among our leaders. Such a process has never happened in the history of our state. We sat down, discussed, and chose our candidates without rancour. It underscores the exemplary political maturity that exists in Ogun State. Though many people contested, only one person could emerge.
While touching on the selection of a running mate for the party's governorship flagbearer, Senator Solomon Adeola, ahead of the 2027 polls, Abiodun revealed that the party leadership had agreed to zone the deputy governorship slot to the Ijebu axis of the Ogun East Senatorial District. He added that this decision became necessary since the main gubernatorial candidate hails from the Ogun West Senatorial District.
Elaborating on the zoning arrangement, the governor stated, "We recognise the need to commence political activities in earnest, and only one key position remains to be filled, the office of the Deputy Governor. We therefore consulted widely with party leaders and agreed that the position should go to Ogun East. Since I have emerged as the senatorial candidate for Ogun East and I am from Remoland, it was decided that the Ijebu people should produce the Deputy Governor. We have also substantially agreed on the area within Ijebuland from which the candidate should emerge, and that is the Ijebu-Ode Federal Constituency. That was one of the major reasons for today's meeting,"
Abiodun extended his congratulations to the people of Ogun West Senatorial District for clinching the party's gubernatorial ticket. He emphasized that his administration had successfully broken a 50-year jinx that had prevented the zone from producing a governorship candidate since the creation of the state. He characterized the development as a historic achievement for the state and a clear sign of the party's dedication to fairness, inclusivity, and balanced power rotation across the three senatorial zones.
On security issues, the governor stated that his administration plans to roll out technology-based solutions to combat the challenges of kidnapping and banditry across the state. He maintained that the citizenry has a right to an advanced security framework capable of protecting lives and property, with a specific focus on children who represent the future of the nation.
He concluded by stating that after directing significant capital toward large-scale infrastructure projects across the state, his administration would now shift its focus toward human capital development and expanded social intervention initiatives. These programs, he noted, are intended to mitigate the effects of current macroeconomic challenges on local families. He reiterated the resolve of his administration to enhance general welfare and ensure that democratic dividends reach every sector of the state. The State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Chief Yemi Sanusi, also delivered a welcome address praising the exemplary behavior of party faithful during the primary season and noted that the gathering was crucial for mapping out a victory strategy ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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