Adebayo Adelabu, a former Minister of Power, has declared his intention to run for the governorship of Oyo State, promising to implement projects and policies that will improve the living standard of the people.
Adelabu announced his intention to run on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the Obafemi Awolowo Stadium, Oke Ado, Ibadan, on Tuesday, reports say.
The event was graced by prominent party members and leaders like Kunle Sanda, Isiaka Alimi, Wale Sanusi and many more.
Adelabu, a former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, while addressing the gathering said he joined the race because he believes the state deserves more dividends of democracy.
“First of all, I would like to thank Almighty Allah. We started this journey in 2019 and I think 2027 will be our own time. We thank our past leaders, former governors of Oyo State who have passed on. I want to thank all leaders here.
“This declaration message is more than declaration. Here is a precis of Adebayo Adelabu’s manifesto. Today is a day to reclaim Oyo State for real progress.
I stand before you today with all humility to declare my intention to contest for the gubernatorial election on the platform of our great party, APC, in 2027. I want to appreciate the President and Commander in chief, Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Thank you for the new hope.
“Why am I running again? But I think Oyo State deserves more. Oyo State merits security and stability as governance is more than rethorics.
“I am contesting because I have the experience and exposure to build a greater Oyo State that is economically advanced. “Good governance must be felt at the grassroots.
