Why Oyo must adopt rotational governorship – Group

By Akeem Abas

The G22 Renewed Group has called for a rotational governorship arrangement in Oyo State to promote fairness, equity, and justice among all geopolitical zones in the state.

The group made the call on Thursday during a news conference held at the Western Hall, Secretariat, Ibadan.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the G22 Renewed Group comprises representatives from the 22 local government areas outside the Ibadan zone of Oyo State.

Reading the group’s statement, Chief Ademola Ayoade, the Oba Igunusa, noted that Ibadan had dominated the governorship position for about 26 years, stressing the need for other zones to be given a fair chance.

He explained that the group, made up of respected personalities from the 22 local governments outside Ibadan, had consistently promoted unity, progress, and peaceful coexistence across the state.

The group urged Ibadan indigenes and political parties to allow other zones to produce the next governor in 2027, describing their appeal as legitimate, peaceful, and democratic.

Several prominent members of the group also spoke in support of the call for rotational governorship.

Retired Brig .-Gen. Kunle Togun, G22 leader from Oke-Ogun, said the arrangement would foster justice, equity, and lasting peace among all political stakeholders in the state.

Prof. Lanre Rasaq, G22 Leader from Oyo, described the proposal as a unifying initiative that would enhance inclusiveness and give every zone a sense of belonging in the governance of Oyo State.

Similarly, Dr Bola Oyedepo, Chairman Contact and Mobilisation/ Leader, Oke Ogun G22, emphasised that fairness and balanced political representation were vital for sustainable development and the strengthening of democratic values in the state.

A former Commissioner for Agriculture, Alhaji Jamiu Kareem, urged political leaders across Oyo State to support the initiative, saying it would deepen trust and promote political harmony.

Also speaking, Mr Oluwole Oladokun, a leader from Oke Ogun/Committee Chairman and Mr Lanre Agoro, G22 Leader from Oke Ogun said the time had come for all political actors to embrace equity.

Mr Lanre Agoro, G22 Leader from Oke Ogun, expressed confidence that rotational governance would further unify the state.

The event was attended by several notable leaders, including Mr Femi Adeegbe, Mr Dokun Alade, and others from Oke-Ogun, Ogbomoso, Oyo, and Ibarapa zones.

(NAN)