2027: Aiyedatiwa not backing opposition candidates, aide clarifies

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has firmly denied claims that he is strategically supporting opposition candidates ahead of the 2027 National Assembly elections. His administration insists that the governor remains loyal to the All Progressives Congress (APC) and its chosen candidates.

An aide to the governor issued a statement to clarify Aiyedatiwa's position, emphasizing that he will not abandon the APC's nominees. The denial aims to quell speculation that the governor might be working against the party's interests in the upcoming elections.

The clarification specifically addresses allegations suggesting that Aiyedatiwa is tactically backing opposition figures for National Assembly seats. The governor's camp maintains that such claims are unfounded and that his focus is on supporting APC candidates.

This statement comes amid political maneuvering for the 2027 elections, where party loyalty and strategic alliances are crucial. The governor's aide stressed that Aiyedatiwa stands with the APC, including figures like Kekemeke in the South, reinforcing his commitment to the party's platform and candidates.