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2027: PDP can rescue Ogun, deputy gov candidate says

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  • The Peoples Democratic Party's deputy governorship candidate in Ogun State, Yemi Sowunmi-Kolapo, stated that the PDP is the only party capable of rescuing the state.
  • She emphasized the need for indigenous people to vote for the PDP in the 2027 elections, asserting the party's ticket reflects their aspirations.
  • Sowunmi-Kolapo urged residents to obtain their Permanent Voter Cards and vote, warning against electing a governor who does not understand the people.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Nigeria's Ogun State is positioning itself as the sole savior for the state's socio-economic and developmental challenges ahead of the 2027 governorship elections. Yemi Sowunmi-Kolapo, the party's deputy governorship candidate, declared on Tuesday that the PDP offers the only credible platform for the state's recovery.

The PDP is the most credible and formidable political party to reshape the fortunes of Ogun State. The PDP’s record of governance and developmental achievements remains unmatched.

— Yemi Sowunmi-KolapoAddressing a gathering of party supporters and residents.

Speaking in her Ijemo community in Abeokuta South Local Government Area, Sowunmi-Kolapo rallied party supporters, community leaders, and residents. She was joined by Iyabo Obasanjo, the PDP's Ogun Central Senatorial candidate, and other party stalwarts. Sowunmi-Kolapo urged the people of Ogun, particularly those from Egba land, to resist intimidation and cast their votes for the PDP, asserting that the party's ticket genuinely represents the aspirations of the state's indigenous population.

"The PDP is the most credible and formidable political party to reshape the fortunes of Ogun State," Sowunmi-Kolapo stated, highlighting the party's "unmatched" record of governance and developmental achievements. She expressed confidence in the PDP's ability to reclaim power, dismissing any potential intimidation from political opponents. She also cautioned against electing a governor who is a "stranger" to the state, emphasizing that while hospitality is valued, leadership should belong to those who truly understand and belong to the people.

We will not allow anyone to intimidate us. We are not like those looking for their family lineage. We are warriors. We must show them that we own the votes.

— Yemi Sowunmi-KolapoUrging residents to vote for the PDP and resist intimidation.

Ogun State PDP Chairman Abayomi Tella echoed Sowunmi-Kolapo's sentiments, affirming the party's proven track record of delivering democratic dividends. He urged voters to compare the PDP's legacy with the performance of subsequent governments. Both leaders encouraged residents to obtain their Permanent Voter Cards and vote, assuring them that their votes would count.

Go and get your Permanent Voter Cards and vote for the PDP

— Yemi Sowunmi-KolapoEncouraging residents to participate in the electoral process.
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