Dr Taiwo Fasoranti has stepped down as Secretary to the Ondo State Government to pursue a senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections. He will run for the Ondo Central senatorial district under the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a letter addressed to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, Fasoranti formally declared his intention to contest, citing a lifelong commitment to public service and the welfare of the people of Ondo Central.
Fasoranti, a medical doctor with over 30 years in the health sector, previously served at the State House Medical Centre in Abuja, rising to the directorate level before retiring in 2024. He highlighted his administrative experience in health and governance as key assets for national representation. His letter emphasized compassion, discipline, and practical governance as guiding principles in his public service journey.
He stated that his motivation stems from a desire to ensure people-centric representation and to contribute to democratic progress in Ondo Central. Fasoranti also referenced his involvement in humanitarian and professional initiatives as part of his broader commitment to societal development.
A sitting Secretary to the State Government resigning to contest a Senate seat is unusual, but Dr Taiwo Fasoranti's move signals a calculated political climb within the APC. His medical and administrative background may appeal to voters tired of career politicians without technical experience. For Ondo Central, this means a candidate with insider governance knowledge but also one deeply tied to the current administration's record. Whether that record becomes an asset or a liability will depend on how voters assess the state's recent performance.
