PDP candidate urges Ogun voters to probe Yayi’s character ahead of 2027

By Adejoke Adeleye

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate for Abeokuta South State Constituency II in the 2027 Ogun State House of Assembly election, Adeoye Adewale Adeniran, popularly known as A3, has urged Ogun voters to carefully assess the character and integrity of governorship aspirants, saying leadership should be built on trust, honesty and accountability.

Addressing party members in Ward 14, Onikolobo, Adeoye said allegations recently made by the PDP candidate for Ogun Central Senatorial District, Senator Iyabo Obasanjo, against the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (Yayi), deserved careful consideration by the electorate.

He argued that the comments should not be dismissed as mere political exchanges, citing Obasanjo’s background in public service and her reputation as a former Commissioner for Health and former senator representing Ogun Central.

According to Adeoye, Senator Obasanjo’s allegations questioning Adeola’s integrity and trustworthiness raise issues voters should weigh alongside other matters of public interest as the 2027 elections approach.

He also referred to controversies surrounding the 2026 Federal Budget, noting that civil society groups, policy analysts and opposition figures had raised concerns over alleged budget padding, duplicated allocations, off-mandate projects and constituency projects allegedly inserted into agencies outside their statutory responsibilities.

Adeoye observed that as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, Adeola occupied a strategic position in the preparation and passage of the budget.

“Whether every allegation is eventually proven or not, the Appropriations Committee carries enormous responsibility for ensuring transparency, fiscal discipline and accountability. Nigerians deserve clear answers whenever concerns are raised about the integrity of the national budget,” he said.

The PDP chieftain maintained that the issues surrounding the budget process, together with Obasanjo’s remarks, should encourage voters to examine the records and credibility of all candidates seeking public office.

He insisted that the 2027 governorship election should be decided not by popularity or financial influence but by competence, honesty, integrity and commitment to public service.

“We cannot continue to recycle people who are causing our pains. Ogun people deserve leaders whose promises can be trusted and whose records reflect consistency, accountability and genuine service,” he said.

Adeoye also used the occasion to promote the PDP governorship candidate, Chief Oladipupo Adebutu, describing him as a compassionate leader whose humanitarian interventions and community development initiatives demonstrate his commitment to the welfare of the people.

Speaking on his legislative agenda, the PDP House of Assembly candidate pledged to champion laws and effective oversight that would improve the lives of residents of Abeokuta South State Constituency II.

He promised to support policies aimed at ensuring transparency in local government finances, expanding electricity supply through alternative energy solutions, improving road infrastructure, strengthening primary healthcare and public education, promoting youth employment and entrepreneurship, empowering women economically and enhancing community-based security initiatives.

Adeoye also pledged to advocate legislation that would encourage investment, protect small businesses, improve the welfare of civil servants and pensioners and strengthen transparency and accountability in governance.

“My commitment is to represent the people with honesty, accessibility and courage. The House of Assembly should make laws that improve the lives of ordinary citizens, not serve the interests of a privileged few,” he said.

He urged Ogun residents to carefully examine the integrity, competence and track record of every candidate before casting their votes, insisting that leadership founded on honesty and accountability remains essential to the state’s future.