Prof. Iyabo Obasanjo, daughter of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, has declared her intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in Ogun State of 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.
She said that her focus was 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.
Her declaration has set the stage for a potentially keen 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.
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