2027: Adebutu woos Ogun traditionalists, promises LG autonomy

Ladi Adebutu, the Peoples Democratic Party's governorship candidate in Ogun State, Nigeria, is actively seeking support for the 2027 election. He recently visited the Oloje traditionalist community in Abeokuta, appealing for prayers and backing from traditional elders.

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I am assuring the people that if we are supported to be at the helm of affairs in the state in 2027, our government will prioritise accountability and prudent management of our collective resources.

During his engagement, Adebutu assured the traditionalists of his commitment to good governance if elected. He promised to prioritize accountability and the prudent management of public resources. "We shall put the people first and we will deliberately pursue rapid development from the grassroots," he stated, adding that his administration would ensure local government funds are released for effective administration and rural development.

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We shall put the people first and we will deliberately pursue rapid development from the grassroots. Therefore, we shall ensure that the funds meant for each local government are released to the councils for effective administration and rural development.

Adebutu, who identifies as a devoted Christian, stressed that his faith does not preclude him from recognizing the vital role traditional institutions and practitioners play in fostering peace and unity. He also received support from Toyin Amuzu, a PDP House of Representatives candidate, who urged residents to vote for the party, citing past interventions like providing a transformer to the community. Amuzu cautioned against accepting money from politicians on election day, warning of long-term consequences.

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Someone who can extend a hand of fellowship to you will continue to extend it to you. Someone who cannot extend their hand to you will not give you anything. Please, let us vote for the PDP.

The Akinfiwatolu of Egbaland, High Chief Mustapha Adulakeem Owolabi, also spoke, encouraging traditionalists and residents to support Adebutu's political movement for greater representation for Egbaland. He advised them to "Collect their money and vote for Ladi Adebutu."

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Do not let them give us money on election day and ask us to go and cook soup, only for us to suffer for another four years. We will not suffer anymore, by God’s grace.