Iyabo Obasanjo suspends Ogun governorship bid, congratulates Yayi

In a significant political development in Ogun State, Iyabo Obasanjo has announced the suspension of her gubernatorial ambition for the 2027 election. This decision comes in the wake of Senator Solomon Adeola, widely known as Yayi, being affirmed as the consensus candidate for the All Progressives Congress (APC).

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I congratulate him and wish him every success. I also thank the state and national leaders of our great party for the opportunity to participate in the nomination process.

Obasanjo, daughter of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, conveyed her decision through a statement, acknowledging the party's caucus meeting where Adeola's candidacy was adopted. She extended congratulations to Adeola and expressed her gratitude to the state and national leadership of the APC for the opportunity to participate in the nomination process.

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Based on these developments, I have decided to suspend my gubernatorial aspiration.

Her message to her supporters emphasized a forward-looking approach, urging them to remain patient, strong, and hopeful. This move signals a shift in the political landscape of Ogun State as the APC consolidates its position ahead of the upcoming elections, with Senator Adeola now poised to lead the party's charge.

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To my supporters across Ogun State, I am deeply grateful for your calm, steadfast support and unwavering trust throughout this journey. Together, we move forward with patience, strength and hope.