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Oyo APC Guber Primary: Who Wears The Crown Part 2? || By Akinyode Ishola
DAY by day, the 2019 general elections is fast approaching and preparation from political parties have begun despite the non passage of INEC budget by the National Assembly.
Yet, the country electoral umpire chaired by Prof Mahmood Yakub is assuring Nigerians of credible polls in 2019.
In our previous article, Mega Icon Magazine had earlier listed some potential governorship aspirants under the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and their chances of becoming standard bearer of the party in the Guber primary election in the state.
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The essence of this article is to educate our readers with adequate information about those eyeing the Agodi Government House.
Therefore, this article will also adopt ‘plus or minus method’ to clearly states the chances of each governorship candidates.
Engr Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe, a name that has rocked the political circle in the state within shortest time of joining the governorship race .
Olasunkanmi Tegbe is an Ibadan born strategist, economic planner, policy formulator and silent philanthropist.
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Asides from his intimidating academic profile, the son of late Pa Oguntegbe in Labo area of Ibadan metropolis is endowed with knowledge, skills and human face.
Having successfully contributed positively to KPMG in Nigeria, Egnr Olasunkanmi Tegbe is capable of occupying the number seat in the state because he knows where shoe pinches.
Plus or Minus
It is a plus for Tegbe being an Ibadan indigene and Oyo town affiliation while his aggressive campaign and ability to reach the party leaders and stakeholders is another advantage.
However, there is a little minus on Tegbe’s aspiration, most especially on his political experience and party politics. Besides this, Tegbe is a good man for the job.
Who is Dr Adeduntan?
Dr Azeez Popoola Adeduntan is an international surgeon and current Commissioner for Health, Oyo state. Adeduntan is not new in the state political system.
Dr Adeduntan had earlier made attempts aimed at becoming the number citizen of the Pace setter state in 2011, 2015 under the Labour Party, (LP) and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) respectively.
The Oja’ ba born politician has contributed meaningfully to the health sector by reducing to a bare minimum any form of quack practices in all private medical facilities and government-owned hospitals.
He also added value through the 50 billion Naira Endowment Fund and Health Insurance scheme.
Dr Adeduntan is a recognized international vascular surgeon with humility and deep experience, if not his passion for the development of the state, people will be wondering what this forward humble man is looking for if; not to serve.
Plus or Minus
Dr Azeez Adeduntan’s international connection, political experience and giant strides are plus.
The incumbent Governor, Senator Abiola Ajimobi hails from Oja’ba, the same place with Adeduntan. Though, experienced and highly cerebral, but lacks grassroots appeal, these may be minus on his side.
Why Bayo Adelabu for Governor?
The name, Bayo Adelabu needs no introduction in the Oyo state political scene, mostly because of his humble family background.
Chief Adebayo Adelabu who is the Parakoyi of Ibadan land and immediate Past Deputy Governor, Central Bank of Nigeria is also the grand son of late political icon, Alhaji Adegoke Adelabu popularly called Penkelemesi.
Bayo Adelabu is one of the vibrant youth that the state is yarning for to run the affairs of the state with his experience in management and banking sector.
The first class graduate of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife , Osun state had contributed greatly to the development of Oyo State when he was CBN Deputy Governor, Operations and through Bayo Adelabu foundation.
Plus or Minus
The age factor which is on the side of Chief Adelabu and his grandfather’s name as well as personal effort to facilitate CBN Project to the Technical University is a plus for him while lack of rural connectivity and familiarity with the APC chieftains may be the stumbling block and minus on his side.
Apart from this, Chief Adebayo Adelabu is eminently qualified to govern the state come 2019.
The next edition on this issue will focus on the chances of the current secretary to the state government, Alhaji Olalekan Alli, Business magnate and Ibarapa born Industrialist, Dr Olusola Ayandele, former Head of Service of Oyo state, Mr Soji Eniade, Commissioner for Lands and Housing, Ajiboye Omodewu, veteran journalist and Onipe born politician, Mr Kehinde Olaosebikan amongst others.
To be continued
A former Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Chief Moses Alake Adeyemo, has been sworn in as the Chairman of the Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), urging members of the party to rally support for President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Adeyemo formally assumed office on Friday following the inauguration of the newly elected State Executive Committee members who will manage the affairs of the party in the state for the next four years.
The inauguration ceremony, held at the party’s State Secretariat in Oke-Ado, Ibadan, marked the climax of the party’s 2026 congresses in the state.
The South-West Zonal Legal Adviser of the APC, Kolawole Majaro, administered the oath of office on Adeyemo and 35 other members of the State Executive Committee.
The executives had emerged through a consensus arrangement during the March 3, 2026 state congress held at the Obafemi Awolowo Stadium, Ibadan, under the supervision of a committee led by Amos Gombi from the APC National Secretariat in Abuja.
In his acceptance speech, Adeyemo described his emergence as a renewed call to service, pledging to strengthen the party and sustain unity among members.
He appreciated party leaders within and outside the state for ensuring a smooth and successful congress process.
Adeyemo also commended members of the Local Organising Committee, particularly Fatai Ibikunle and Afeez Bolaji Repete, for their contributions to the success of the exercise.
He said, “This new State Executive Committee under my leadership is being put in place to add value and strengthen our great party in view of the challenges ahead.
“We have used the opportunity of the congresses to showcase our collective commitment to unity and harmony as progressives and democrats.”
The new chairman expressed optimism that the atmosphere of peace within the party would be sustained ahead of future party primaries and the 2027 elections.
According to him, the party’s target is to secure 90 per cent of the votes in Oyo State for President Tinubu while also reclaiming the state’s Government House in 2027.
Adeyemo praised the President’s leadership, saying the administration was delivering on its promises.
“President Tinubu is, no doubt, performing beyond our expectations and the best way to appreciate his good work is to retain him in Aso Rock until 2031,” he said.
“Against all odds, the President is pursuing his Renewed Hope Agenda with vigour and passion, while the positive results are being felt across sectors of the economy and national life.”
Other members of the newly inaugurated executive include Taofeek Lamidi as Deputy Chairman, Fatai Adesina as State Secretary, Adekemi Opatunde as Woman Leader, Olawale Sadare as Publicity Secretary, Olalekan Oladejo as Youth Leader, and Remi Adepoju as Organising Secretary.
Also inaugurated were Ajiboye Akinsanya as Treasurer, Sunday Aborisade as Legal Adviser, Tinuade Adigun as Auditor, Lukman Owonikoko as Assistant State Secretary, Fatimah Hassan as Deputy Woman Leader, and Jimoh Osundara as the Leader of Persons Living With Disabilities, among others.
The Senator representing Bayelsa West, Seriake Dickson, on Thursday announced his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), declaring that he had joined the newly registered Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).
Dickson, a former governor of Bayelsa State, made the announcement during a media briefing in Abuja, attributing his decision to what he described as irreconcilable differences within the PDP.
The lawmaker said the emergence of the NDC would strengthen Nigeria’s democratic system by providing a credible opposition platform.
According to him, the party recently received its certificate of registration from the Independent National Electoral Commission.
He said, “Last week INEC issued a certificate of registration and we now have the newest party in Nigeria known as the Nigeria Democratic Congress and our symbol is victory, the victory sign.
“So, my dear Nigerians, you now have a credible alternative opposition party known as the Nigeria Democratic Congress.”
Dickson noted that although the party’s registration took longer than expected, its eventual approval was a welcome development for the country’s democratic landscape.
“Yes, it is coming at this time. We would have wished it started some years or months back. We don’t control INEC and their processes; they delayed. We don’t also control the judiciary, but thank God it has finally arrived,” he said.
The senator also stressed that Nigeria’s democracy must not slide into a one-party system, insisting that political diversity remained vital for national stability.
“This nation cannot be a one-party state. Nigeria cannot be a one-party state. Nigeria is not designed to be a one-party state.
“We are a very diverse nation culturally, religiously and politically and that is the beauty of our country.
“So anyone or any party promoting one-party rule in Nigeria is mistaken. We build political parties and get involved in movements to access power for the good of the people, not for our personal benefit,” he added.
Meanwhile, the Independent National Electoral Commission recently announced the registration of two new political parties.
The parties are the Democratic Leadership Alliance and the Nigeria Democratic Congress, bringing the total number of registered political parties in Nigeria to 21.
The announcement was made by the INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, during the commission’s first quarterly consultative meeting with political party stakeholders for 2026.
According to him, the Democratic Leadership Alliance completed the required verification process, while the Nigeria Democratic Congress was registered in compliance with a Federal High Court order.
The Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA) and member representing Ibarapa East/Ido Federal Constituency, Hon. Aderemi Oseni, has congratulated the newly elected State Executive Committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State.
The party, at its state congress held on Tuesday at Liberty Stadium, Ibadan, elected a former Deputy Governor of the state, Moses Alake Adeyemo, as its new chairman alongside other state executive members.
Oseni, in a statement on Wednesday by his media aide, Idowu Ayodele, described Adeyemo’s emergence as well-deserved, noting that his experience and longstanding commitment to the party would further strengthen its structure in the state.
He said the peaceful conduct of the congress demonstrated the party’s commitment to internal democracy and progressive leadership.
The statement said, “I congratulate our newly elected State Chairman and leader, His Excellency, Moses Alake Adeyemo, and other members of the State Executive Committee on their emergence. This victory reflects the confidence reposed in them by party members across the state.”
Oseni further expressed confidence that the new leadership would reposition the party for greater cohesion and electoral success.
According to him, “This is a critical moment for our party in Oyo State. It calls for unity, reconciliation, and renewed commitment to the ideals that bind us together as progressives.”
The federal lawmaker assured the new executives of his support and cooperation in advancing the programmes of the party and strengthening its grassroots structures.
He urged party members to rally behind the new leadership to ensure stability and secure future victories for the APC in the state.
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