Ogun PDP Chieftain Denies Unauthorized Candidacy Claims

Topa Olusegun Peter, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State, has publicly stated that he never purchased a governorship nomination form nor expressed any intention to run for the 2027 elections. He claims his name was used without his knowledge as a PDP governorship aspirant.

Peter, who is also the Baale of Olorunsogo in Ilara, alleged that Ramoni Adebolu, the chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in his local council, approached him with a political offer before his name appeared in the media. He rejected the offer, which included promises of financial benefits and a political appointment.

Peter expressed concern over a petition allegedly filed by lawyer Anderson Asemota to the Independent National Electoral Commission, demanding the publication of Peter's name as a governorship aspirant. He denied authorizing Asemota and called for an investigation into the matter, citing worries for his family's safety.