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Minister of Power, Bayo Adelabu, on Friday, met with All Progressives Congress leaders and stakeholders in Ogbomoso and Oyo zones in Oyo State, respectively.

Addressing party members in Ogbomoso at the residence of one of the leaders of the party, Ayoade Adeseun, the minister said the meeting was part of his consultations across geopolitical zones in the state towards realisation of his governorship ambition in 2027.

He, therefore, allayed the fear of the party stakeholders that APC would not impose any aspirant in 2027, saying, “I’m up to the task, I want to show them that I can withstand and survive competition and come out victorious.”

While seeking their supports towards the realisation of his ambition, Adelabu pleaded for forgiveness from aggrieved members, saying they should be concerned of how the party will come back to power in 2027.

He said, “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.”
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He also called on people in the zone to support the re-election of President Bola Tinubu for more dividends of democracy.

“This is another turn of Yorubas to serve their two terms as President of Nigeria. Nigeria has a lot to benefit if Tinubu is re-elected,” Adelabu added.

In Oyo town, Adelabu pleaded for their supports, saying “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.”

Adeseun and son of former governor, Olamijuwonlo Alao-Akala, urged members of the party to come together and ensure emergence of the APC in 2027.

madridguy:
President Tinubu should order him to quit his office as the minister of Power so he can face his political career.

You cannot be a minister and still be going around to be a governor. Power sector is a big sector that requires your time, focus and dedication as a minister.

id4sho:
“This is another turn of Yorubas to serve their two terms as President of Nigeria. Nigeria has a lot to benefit if Tinubu is re-elected,”

Typical Agbadoriànss Ronu'ss

AMINDA:
From day one, Tinubu gave seasoned portfolios to politicians with clear political ambitions just for them to serve as placeholders.

fergie001:
https://punchng.com/2027-power-minister-declares-oyo-gov-ambition-begins-consultation/?fbclid=IwY2xjawLWGWBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHrCR6bxDTIBsvEn7j1BLA4AIMV3VNMYoJA1lPDfIPysCFrOM7zV78FO4I8p1_aem_gthsigj4IkPop4UIj2abnQ

madridguy:
President Tinubu should order him to quit his office as the minister of Power so he can face his political career.

You cannot be a minister and still be going around to be a governor. Power sector is a big sector that requires your time, focus and dedication as a minister.

Disenfranchised:
Gubernatorial candidates in APC will be the worst hit due to the creation of ADC.

TimeManager:
He will definitely have to resign at the appropriate time but not two years ahead. He's doing a fantastic job so far, he has stabilized the national grid and prevented frequent collapse, he has introduced alternative sources to federal universities and hospitals, taking them off the grid. He has also fastracked the take over of power regulations, generation and distribution among the states in compliance with the new Electricity bill. A lot of sectors have been rotten for decades, it's laughable to expect a miracle overnight.

-Kiss the truth!