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2026: I Will Protect Osun’s Interest If Elected – Oyebamiji

ByOlamilekan Adigun

PublishedOctober 18, 2025

A gubernatorial aspirant under the All Progressives Congress in Osun State, Bola Oyebamiji, has pledged to protect and promote the interests of Osun State and its people if elected in the August 08, 2026 election.

Oyebamiji who is the Managing Director, National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) made the pledge during his consultation visit to Ayeedade Local Government.

The former Commissioner for Finance under the administration of Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola and Mr Gboyega Oyetola had toured all the 30 local governments and one Area Office to consult with members of the party.

Oyebamiji while addressing his teeming supporters, expressed gratitude for their overwhelming support, promising not to let them down.

“Support AMBO and know that he has no other option than to do well for Osun and its people,” Oyebamiji assured.

Meanwhile, stakeholders of the party in Ila, Boripe, and Aiyedade Local Government Areas unanimously endorsed Bola Oyebamiji as their preferred candidate for the 2026 Osun governorship election.

The National headquarters of the party had announced December 13 for the primary to pick the candidate who will contest against incumbent Governor Ademola Adeleke.

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A chieftain of the APC in Ila local government, Prince Joshua Adediji, said stakeholders in the area have resolved to unite behind Oyebamiji’s ambition.

“We have 12 aspirants, but AMBO is our candidate in the coming primary election. However, whoever wins, we should remain united and support the party’s flag bearer to rescue Osun from the current challenges under the PDP,” Adediji stated.

Another APC chieftain, Hon. Segun Awotunde, praised Oyebamiji for his consistency, humility, and commitment to the party’s progress, assuring him of support from the local government.

“By the grace of God, you shall win the ticket. Ila is behind you, and this is because Baba Bisi Akande asked us to support you. When you win, remember Ila Orangun and its people,” Awotunde charged.

Speaking on behalf of members of the party in Boripe Local Government, Barr. Bello Osuolale said, “We will always follow the directive of our leader, Adegboyega Oyetola. Since he has identified with Asiwaju Oyebamiji, he is our candidate for the coming primary. Whoever Oyetola supports is who we support.”

The immediate past commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Prince Adeleke Adebayo, in his address, assured Oyebamiji that Boripe Local Government will support his ambition.

“You are at home, and I can assure you that Boripe is already in your purse. Go to other local governments to campaign; this one is settled,” he stated.

Olamilekan Adigun

Olamilekan Adigun is a graduate of Mass Communication with years of experience in journalism embedded in uncovering human interest stories. He also prioritises accuracy and factual reportage of issues.