2027 Ogun Guber: Ambassador Ishola reaffirms support for Yayi

By Adejoke Adeleye

Former Nigerian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Ambassador Sarafadeen Tunji Ishola, has reaffirmed his unwavering support for the governorship aspiration of Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (Yayi), the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the 2027 Ogun State governorship election.

Ishola made the declaration during a consultative meeting with the Egba League of Imams and Alfas in Abeokuta, where he praised Senator Adeola’s leadership qualities, experience and commitment to the development of Ogun State.

The former envoy, who had earlier collapsed his political structure in support of Senator Adeola’s governorship bid, described the senator as the most qualified candidate to lead the state into its next phase of growth and prosperity.

“I have no doubt about your capacity and experience to govern and improve the fortunes of Ogun State. You have my full support, now and always because what matters most is the development of our state, and I know you share the same commitment to Ogun State as I do,” Ishola said.

Highlighting his years of public service, the former diplomat said his support was driven by a desire to see the state continue on the path of progress.

“Ogun State has given me so much. I have had the privilege of serving as Chairman of Abeokuta North Local Government, Special Assistant to the Honourable Minister of State for Finance, Secretary to the Ogun State Government, Minister of Mines and Steel Development, and Nigeria’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom. Having served at different levels, I consider it my duty to support the position of our party and any effort that will advance the development of Ogun State,” he stated.

Senator Adeola’s governorship aspiration has continued to attract endorsements from influential stakeholders across the state.

Among those who have publicly backed his candidacy are the Ijebu Traditional Council of Obas, traditional rulers in Yewaland, community leaders in Ogun Waterside, and the Arewa Community in Ogun State.

The APC governorship hopeful has also secured the support of prominent party leaders, including former governors Aremo Olusegun Osoba, Gbenga Daniel, Ibikunle Amosun, and the incumbent Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun, further strengthening his position ahead of the 2027 governorship election.