Stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ibarapaland have openly endorsed the Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, for the 2027 Governorship race in the State.
This position was made known during a well-attended PDP Ibarapaland Stakeholders’ Zonal Meeting held in Igboora, Ibarapa Central Local Government Area.
The meeting, convened primarily to deliberate on the planned visit of Governor Seyi Makinde to the zone, quickly evolved into a strategic political gathering where party leaders and grassroots mobilisers assessed the future of the party in the state.
In a strong show of unity, stakeholders passed a vote of confidence on the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin commending his leadership style, loyalty to the party, and contributions to legislative stability in Oyo State.
The endorsement went further, as leaders across the three local government areas in Ibarapaland urged the Speaker to formally declare his intention to contest the governorship election in 2027.
Responding to the overwhelming call, the Speaker appreciated the support and honour given to him by the stakeholders and pledged his readiness to join the governorship race.
Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, described the endorsement as more than a political gesture, noting that it represents a clarion call from his people in Ibarapaland and the wider populace of Oyo State.
He stated that the overwhelming support reflects the collective aspiration for inclusive governance and reaffirmed his commitment to aligning with the yearnings of the people as he steps forward in the race.
The meeting drew an influential mix of party leaders, government officials, and grassroots politicians.
Among those present were Hon. Anthony Adebayo Adepoju (popularly known as Ibarapakan), representing Ibarapa Central/North Federal Constituency ; the State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Hon. Ademola Ojo and the State Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Hon. Wasilat Adegoke.
Also in attendance was Alhaji Kamoru Adeyemi, PDP Chairman for Oyo South Senatorial District, alongside the three PDP Local Government Party Chairmen from Ibarapa East, Ibarapa North, and Ibarapa Central.
The political leadership at the grassroots was fully represented, with the Chairmen of the three local governments, Hon. Kazeem Arogundade (Ibarapa East), Hon. Lateef Akorede (Ibarapa North), and Hon. Olusola Adeleke (Ibarapa Central) all in attendance.
Other notable stakeholders present included Hon. Yemi Taiwo, Hon. Mrs. Funmilayo Orisadeyi, Hon. Moses Ojoawo, Hon. Dimeji Oladapo, Prince Biodun Labiyi, and Barrister Adekanmbi, among others.
The Speaker, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, later proceeded to his constituency in Ibarapa East Local Government, where he attended a separate meeting of PDP stakeholders.
At the gathering, party leaders and loyalists reaffirmed their support for his leadership and ongoing consultations, describing his governorship ambition as a reflection of the collective will of the people.
The meeting also served as a platform to strengthen grassroots mobilization and consolidate unity within the party ahead of the 2027 general elections.
