Iyabo Obasanjo Discusses 2027 Ogun Governorship with Tinubu

Senator Iyabo Obasanjo, daughter of former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo, held a private meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at his Lagos residence. The discussion centered on her plans to run for the governorship of Ogun State in the 2027 elections.

During the meeting, she outlined her vision for the state and detailed her priorities for governance and public service development. Sources familiar with the meeting indicated that the conversation also touched on their long-standing political relationship, which is characterized by mutual respect and engagement.

Iyabo Obasanjo expressed her loyalty to the All Progressives Congress (APC) and pledged to mobilize support for President Tinubu ahead of the upcoming elections. This meeting is seen as part of broader political consultations in preparation for future electoral contests at both the Ogun State and national levels.