The Digest: Iyabo Obasanjo, a governorship aspirant on the All Progressives Congress platform in Ogun State, has expressed confidence in her chances of securing the party's ticket ahead of the 2027 election. Speaking on Channels Television, she said her popularity, rooted in her performance as a former commissioner for health and senator, gives her an edge over potential rivals. She argued that a consensus arrangement would favour candidates with broad appeal, adding that she has been actively engaging communities while many other aspirants have yet to declare or connect with voters.
Key Points:
- Obasanjo believes her grassroots engagement and record in public office distinguish her from other aspirants.
- She argued that consensus, if adopted by the party, would reflect the will of members and favour popular candidates.
- The aspirant noted that many potential rivals have not yet formally declared or engaged with communities.
- She dismissed the idea that her popularity is built on financial inducement, pointing instead to her performance as senator and commissioner.
- Obasanjo is one of 15 aspirants, 11 men and four women, jostling for the Ogun governorship seat.
Sources: Vanguard News, The Nation
