Oke-Ogun group disowns ex-deputy governors, PDP chair over 2027 governorship position
Naija News • 2d ago
**Oke-Ogun Group Vows to Protect Governorship Aspiration**
In a bold move, an advocacy group championing the rotation of Oyo State governorship to the Oke-Ogun zone in 2027 has disowned three prominent individuals who claim to speak on its behalf. The group, Ẹgbẹ́ Àjọṣepọ̀ Fún Ìtẹsiwájú Gbogbo Wa, has taken a strong stance against former deputy governors Iyiola Oladokun and Moses Alake Adeyemo, as well as the State Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dayo Ogungbenro.
These individuals, according to the group, are self-appointed spokespersons who do not represent the collective mandate of the Oke-Ogun people in any political negotiations relating to the 2027 governorship. The group's Chief Adviser, Alhaji Muda Ogunshola, emphasized that occupying party positions does not confer the authority to determine the political future of the region.
The Oke-Ogun group is adamant that the authentic voice of the region resides with its people, including voters and grassroots stakeholders. They have warned that any political arrangement that seeks to exchange the zone's governorship aspiration for subordinate positions would not be accepted. In essence, the group is saying that the 2027 governorship is non-negotiable.
The group's stance is rooted in the understanding that power rotation is not a new concept in progressive governance. They have cited examples of sister Southwest states, such as Osun, where power rotation is operational. The Oke-Ogun group is calling for structured power rotation, where benefits are shared equitably among regions.
In a veiled warning to politicians who may try to deceive the people, the group has stated that the era of political deception is over. They are urging politicians to come with clean hands and a commitment to equity. The Oke-Ogun group's determination to protect its governorship aspiration is a testament to the growing demand for inclusive governance in Nigeria.
As the 2027 governorship election draws near, the Oke-Ogun group's stance is likely to have far-reaching implications for politicians and political parties in Oyo State. The group's commitment to structured power rotation and equitable sharing of benefits is a call to action for politicians to prioritize the interests of the people over personal ambitions.
Ultimately, the Oke-Ogun group's disownment of former deputy governors and