The Ogun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has surprisingly thrown its weight behind President Bola Tinubu's second-term ambition in the 2027 general elections. This development marks a significant shift in the political landscape, given that Tinubu is from a different party, the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Key Points
- *PDP's Support*: The PDP's state chairman, Abayomi Tella, announced the party's backing for Tinubu's second term during the campaign flag-off of Bolarinwa Oluwole, the PDP candidate for Remo Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives.
- *South-West Connection*: Tella emphasized that the President is a son of the South-West, which is a key factor in their decision to support him. "We will support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu... Our support is for Tinubu and we will stand by him. We are ready to give him our votes," Tella stated.
- *Ladi Adebutu's Stance*: The party's 2023 gubernatorial candidate, Ladi Adebutu, also expressed support for Tinubu's leadership and candidacy, highlighting that the PDP only has issues with bad governance in Ogun State.
- *Implications*: This unexpected backing from the Ogun PDP could have significant implications for the 2027 elections, potentially bolstering Tinubu's chances in the state and the South-West region ¹.
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