Ogun: Aide Shares Insight Into Senator Adeola Yayi’s New Strategy
It was gathered that this development allows Senator Yayi to position himself as an aspirant from Ogun Central—a larger vote area
A staunch supporter of Senator Olamilekan Solomon Adeola has provided a glimpse into his new strategy to become the Governor of Ogun State.
Adeola, more famously known as Yayi, is a leading contender in the race to determine the next Governor of Ogun State.
Although he insists that the decision over who becomes the gubernatorial candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) for the 2027 election remains in the hands of party leaders, his purposeful facilitation of development in his senatorial zone and empowerment efforts across the state continue to fuel speculation about his ambitions.
Senator Yayi represents the best chance in years for the people of Yewa—a low-vote area—to produce a governor for the first time since the state was created in February 1976.
A new revelation by Kayode Odunaro, the Senator’s media adviser, provides insight into the added dimension of Yayi’s gubernatorial ambition.
“Vacation over. Got back to Nigeria this morning. Visited Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, FCA’s mother’s newly constructed family house at Kemta, Abeokuta. As they say in Nigerian parlance, ‘E get why.’ The combo of West and Central in Ogun 2027 is being critically analyzed with projections and permutations ongoing. One more box ticked off… The train will soon start moving… many are boarding as we speak. If you know, you know… if not, forget about it ooo,” Odunaro posted on Sunday, September 1, 2024, along with some pictures – including the featured.
It was gathered that this development allows Senator Yayi to position himself as an aspirant from Ogun Central—a larger vote area.
This move counters attempts by political adversaries to sponsor an aspirant from Ogun Central to disrupt his gubernatorial ambition.
Based on an informal zoning arrangement, Ogun Central and Ogun West are eligible to produce the next Governor because the outgoing Governor, Dapo Abiodun, is from Ogun East.
Ogun East and Ogun Central have alternated in producing the state Governor since 1976, based on a unique understanding. This arrangement has been maintained by political leaders who leverage the continuous disputes within Ogun West, which have prevented political players in the region from presenting a united front.
Senator Adeola Yayi has not been immune to these disputes. Despite his strong following in the senatorial district—particularly among youths due to his unprecedented initiatives—he is still viewed as an outsider who does not fully represent the region by some. This perception is partly due to his extensive association with the politics of Lagos State.
Before being elected the Senator representing Ogun West in 2023, Yayi was the Senator representing Lagos West—a position preceded by his tenure as a member of the Federal House of Representatives from Lagos and as a Lagos State House of Assembly member.
Recent reports indicate that the testimonials from his 55th birthday celebration, highlighting the development he has attracted to Ogun West since becoming Senator, suggest that Yayi is gradually overcoming opposition to his ambition in Ogun West.
His efforts reflect his experience as a legislator and his deep connections within the political landscape, established during his years of active politicking in Lagos State. However, enhanced progress appeared to be desired, prompting him to also establish a foothold in Ogun Central. …Continue Reading
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