PDP Flags Off 2027 Presidential Campaigns in Ogun Central Amidst Mammoth Crowd
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At a glance
- The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) officially commenced its campaign for the 2027 presidential and National Assembly elections in Ogun Central, Nigeria.
- Tens of thousands of party supporters attended the flag-off event across three federal constituencies in the district.
- Key candidates, including the governorship candidate Ladi Adebutu and senatorial candidate Iyabo Obasanjo, urged voters to support the PDP and resist intimidation.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) officially launched its campaign for the 2027 presidential and National Assembly elections on Wednesday, drawing massive crowds in Ogun Central Senatorial District, Nigeria. Tens of thousands of party faithful and residents turned out across three federal constituencies to mark the campaign's commencement.
We will vote and stand by our votes for PDP
The campaign train began in the Ifo/Ewekoro Federal Constituency, where enthusiastic residents lined the streets and balconies to welcome PDP candidates. Among those present were the governorship candidate, Hon. Ladi Adebutu; his deputy, Hajiya Yemi Sowunmi-Kolapo; senatorial candidate, Senator Iyabo Obasanjo; and other party officials. The event proceeded to Abeokuta North Federal Constituency, where supporters eagerly awaited the arrival of the PDP team.
In the Abeokuta South Senatorial District, the campaign rally culminated at Ake Pavilion. Senator Iyabo Obasanjo, who is seeking election to the National Assembly, highlighted her past achievements, stating that people frequently pointed to her previous work and the "liberation from poverty" she facilitated. She pledged to deliver more democratic dividends if elected.
Ogun Central must bid farewell to non-performance and vote for liberation.
Governor Adebutu urged supporters to cast their votes for Senator Obasanjo, describing her as a "tested and trusted candidate" with an unmatched track record. He called on Ogun Central to reject "non-performance" and embrace "liberation." Adebutu also implored voters to participate in large numbers on January 16, 2027, to vote for the PDP, protect their votes, and resist any form of intimidation.
her track record while she represented them had not been matched.
Residents and party supporters present at the events pledged their unwavering loyalty to the PDP candidates, assuring them of their votes. Many echoed the sentiment, "We will vote and stand by our votes for PDP."
everywhere I went, people, on their own, pointed at the work she did when she represented the district and how many people were liberated from poverty.
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