Oyo APC Splits Over 2027 Guber Ticket as Leaders Back Alli, Aspirant Insists on Primary Contest
The Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has taken a divided stance on the process for selecting its governorship candidate ahead of the 2027 elections, as party leaders endorse Senator Sharafadeen Alli for a consensus arrangement while the aspirant insists on an open primary. Party stakeholders on Continue Reading
APC Fixes 2026 Primary Election Dates for House, Senate, Governorship and Presidency
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has released the schedule for its 2026 primary elections, setting clear dates for the selection of candidates across federal and state levels ahead of the general elections. According to the timetable, the House of Representatives primaries will hold on Friday, 15 May, 2026, while the Continue Reading
Consensus Politics Stirs Anxiety in Oyo APC as Abuja Talks Fuel Candidate Selection Speculations
Fresh political undercurrents are emerging within the Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) following a strategic meeting between the party’s national leadership and state executives in Abuja, amid growing speculation that consensus candidates may have been penciled down ahead of the 2027 electoral season. The high-level engagement, Continue Reading
Adelabu Projects Self as Prepared Leader for Oyo’s Economic Revival
Former Minister of Power and leading figure in the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Adebayo Adelabu, on Tuesday formally declared his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in Oyo State, unveiling a comprehensive development blueprint aimed at repositioning the state for economic growth and social transformation. Adelabu, who addressed Continue Reading
24 former Oyo North LG Chairmen endorse Adeolu Akande for Senatorial seat
The chances of Professor Adeolu Akande in the race for Oyo North Senatorial District ticket of the All Progressives Congress(APC) was boosted at the weekend as 24 former local government chairmen in the district endorsed him as their preferred candidate for the ticket. In a statement signed by the 24 Continue Reading
Ido/Ibarapa East Reps Aspirant Unveils Blueprint on Youth Development, Sports, Job Enhancement
A House of Representatives aspirant for the Ido/Ibarapa East Federal Constituency, Deolu Masolanu, has unveiled a comprehensive blueprint focused on youth empowerment, sports development and job enhancement, pledging to expand existing intervention programmes across the constituency if elected. Speaking on the challenges posed by the new Electoral Act, the aspirant Continue Reading
Masolanu Pledges Improved Welfare for Party Members in Ido/Ibarapa East Constituency
Aspirant for the House of Representatives seat in Ido/Ibarapa East Federal Constituency, Deolu Masolanu, has pledged to prioritise the welfare of party leaders and grassroots members if given the opportunity to serve. Masolanu made the commitment after returning from Abuja, where he submitted his Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms Continue Reading
Onijo Exits PDP, Reaffirms Strong Support for Makinde’s Omituntun 3.0 Agenda
A prominent political figure from Saki West Local Government Area of Oyo State, Barrister Sarafadeen Lateef,MCArb, popularly known as “Onijo,” has resigned his membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Onijo, alongside his supporters, announced the decision in a statement made available to this newspaper on Thursday, describing the development Continue Reading
BREAKING: Hon. Ayobami Oluwaseun Ojo Quits PDP, Signals New Political Direction
Hon. Ayobami Oluwaseun Ojo of Olukuewu Compound, Ago-Are, Atisbo Local Government Area, has officially resigned his membership of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) with immediate effect. In a communique addressed to the PDP Ward Chairman, Atisbo LGA, Hon. Ojo stated that the decision followed extensive consultations with his constituents, political Continue Reading
Oyo Youth Coalition Accuses Adelabu of Fueling Division in APC
A coalition of youths in Oyo State has accused former Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, of actions capable of deepening divisions within the All Progressives Congress (APC) and disrespecting traditional and political institutions in the state. The group, operating under the banner of the Oyo Concerned Youth Coalition, made the Continue Reading