The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has declared his intention to contest for the governorship seat of Oyo State in 2027.
Adelabu, who is an aspirant of the All Progressives Congress, APC, said he’s running for governorship because “emi lokan,” meaning it’s his turn.
In a viral video, the Minister said his ambition is not driven by personal or selfish interests.
However, the Minister said his aspiration to improve the lives of the people of the state is behind his drive to become governor.
Speaking in Yoruba, his indigenous language, he said, “I have been on this political journey for quite some time. In politics, I have learned that one may not always get what one deserves in a single attempt life and politics have both taught me this lesson.
“I have paid my dues. I contested alongside Seyi Makinde in 2019 and again in 2023.
“Today, I declare: it is our turn it is my turn in 2027, as God has revealed it. Adelabu! Àwálòkàn! Penkelemesi Èmilòkàn.
“We will begin our door-to-door campaign in earnest, and by the grace of God and our collective efforts, victory is not only possible, it is certain.”
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