Prof. Iyabo Obasanjo, daughter of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, has declared her intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in Ogun State under the platform of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
She made the declaration during an interview with Nigerian football legend Segun Odegbami on 103.7FM Eagle7 Sports, stating that her focus is firmly on the governorship race. “The only thing I’ll come back to do is the governorship. And we have started that journey. We are going to see it through,” she said
Obasanjo, a former commissioner, ruled out a return to the Senate, citing her dedication to the governorship bid. She confirmed joining the APC recently, following persistent calls from supporters.
*Key Points:*
– _Party_: All Progressives Congress (APC)
– _Position_: Governorship candidate
– _State_: Ogun State
– _Election Year_: 2027
Her declaration sets the stage for a potentially keenly contested governorship race in Ogun State. Obasanjo’s experience as a former commissioner and senator is expected to give her a strong edge in the contest
