Oyo 2027: Adebayo Adelabu Still Front-Runner As Aide Dismisses Consensus Rumours
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An aide to the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has dismissed reports claiming that Senator Sharafadeen Alli, who represents Oyo South, has been endorsed as the consensus governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress for the 2027 elections in Oyo State.
The aide, Otunba Femi Awogboro, insisted that Adelabu remains a leading aspirant and a strong contender for the party’s governorship ticket.
He described the reports suggesting Alli’s adoption as false and misleading.
Awogboro also rejected claims that the decision was made during a meeting at the Lagos residence of President Bola Tinubu, clarifying that the gathering was simply a Sallah visit and not a political meeting to select a candidate.
He explained that Adelabu was not present at the visit because he was away on Lesser Hajj, adding that such a major political decision could not have been taken in the absence of key stakeholders.
According to him, if there had been any serious move to select a consensus candidate, prominent party leaders such as Bisi Akande and Olusegun Osoba, along with other major stakeholders in Oyo State, would have been involved.
Awogboro further stated that there was no official endorsement or statement from the President backing any aspirant at the meeting.
He noted that any such decision would require broad consultations within the party and input from stakeholders across the state.
He added that the President would only support a loyal and credible candidate capable of competing effectively against any opponent backed by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde in the 2027 elections.
Awogboro urged party members and supporters of Adelabu to remain calm and continue their backing, stressing that Adelabu has the experience and political background needed to lead Oyo State and remains a strong contender in the race.
