The Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, has expressed confidence that the people of Ibarapaland will demonstrate their appreciation for Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration through their political choices in the 2027 elections, including support for the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) and its candidates.
Ogundoyin made the declaration on Saturday while representing Governor Seyi Makinde at the grand finale of the 2026 World Twins Festival in Igboora, Ibarapa Central Local Government Area of Oyo State.
Some APM candidates, including Hon. Adedeji Dhikrullahi Stanley Olajide popularly known as Odidiomo (Oyo South Senatorial), and Adebayo Anthony Adepoju popularly called Ibarapakan (Ibarapa Central/Ibarapa North Federal), also joined the Speaker at the colourful cultural gathering, which celebrates Igboora’s unique identity and its remarkable reputation for twin births.
Addressing dignitaries, traditional rulers, community leaders, indigenes and visitors at the event, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin said the people of Ibarapaland had reasons to appreciate an administration that recognised their communities and incorporated the region into the development agenda of Oyo State.
He expressed confidence that residents of the region would have the opportunity to demonstrate their appreciation for the governor’s leadership through their political choices ahead of the 2027 governorship election.
The Speaker said the future of Oyo State must remain guided by development, continuity of progress and the collective interests of its people.
He commended Governor Makinde for what he described as purposeful leadership and developmental strides across the state, particularly in infrastructure, education, healthcare and other critical sectors.
According to him, the administration’s interventions across these sectors demonstrate its commitment to the growth and development of Oyo State.
He urged the people of Ibarapaland to continue engaging constructively with the government and supporting initiatives that promote progress, inclusion and prosperity.
Beyond the political message, Rt. Hon. Ogundoyin described the World Twins Festival as an important celebration of the cultural identity and heritage of Igboora, a community that has earned international recognition for its high incidence of twin births.
He said the festival provided an opportunity to showcase Ibarapaland to the world while promoting cultural preservation, tourism and economic growth.
