Solomon Adeola Defends Ogun Origin Amid Election Bid

Senator Solomon Adeola, known as Yayi and the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State, addressed claims that his father was buried in Ekiti State, stating that his father was interred in the house he built on Ogunsola Street in Alaguntan, Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos. Adeola, who is also the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriation, affirmed his identity as a bona fide indigene of Ogun, asserting that both his parents hail from the state.

He dismissed the claims about his origin as mere political gimmicks. Adeola expressed that his ambition to govern Ogun is motivated by a passion to serve the people rather than personal enrichment.

He recounted the challenges he faced in securing the Ogun governorship ticket, noting that it took three attempts before he succeeded. With 24 years of legislative experience, including eight years in the Lagos State House of Assembly, four years in the House of Representatives, and 12 years in the Senate, he believes Ogun needs continuity and consolidation in governance.