Breaking: Former President’s Daughter Iyabo Obasanjo Suspends 2027 Ambition
- Former president's daughter, Professor Iyabo Obasanjo, suspended her Ogun state governorship ambition for the 2027 general election
- Senator Solomon Adeola was endorsed as the All Progressives Congress (APC)'s consensus candidate for the upcoming election
- Obasanjo expressed her gratitude to her supporters during her gubernatorial nomination process for the 2027 gubernatorial election
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Abeokuota, Ogun state - Former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s daughter, Iyabo, has suspended her aspiration to contest the Ogun state governorship election in 2027.
Obasanjo attributed her decision to Senator Solomon Adeola’s endorsement as the consensus candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the 2027 election.
Source: UGC
Legit.ng reports that Governor Dapo Abiodun named Senator Solomon Adeola as the All Progressives Congress (APC) consensus candidate for the 2027 gubernatorial election in Ogun state.
As reported by TheCable, Obasanjo made this known in a statement issued on Monday, April 13, 2026.
“I congratulate him and wish him every success. I also thank the state and national leaders of our great party for the opportunity to participate in the nomination process.
“Based on these developments, I have decided to suspend my gubernatorial aspiration.”
The former senator expressed gratitude to her supporters for the “unwavering trust” they reposed throughout the period.
Senator Obasanjo had earlier formally declared her intention to contest the Ogun state governorship election in 2027 under the ruling APC.
The former federal lawmaker expressed strong confidence in her chances, disclosing her decision to return to active politics after years in academia.
She also spoke on many political issues in the state, adding that she remains optimistic about securing both the party ticket and victory at the polls.
Legit.ng reports that Senator Obasanjo was a former Commissioner for Health in Ogun state before being elected to the National Assembly.
The 58-year-old was elected as a Senator representing Ogun Central Senatorial District of Ogun state in April 2007 under the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)
Iyabo Obasanjo visits Tinubu
Recall that Senator Obasanjo discussed leadership and development during her meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Obasanjo emphasised her commitment to transforming Ogun State's economy and addressing local challenges.
The former senator highlighted the importance of education, healthcare, and youth employment in her gubernatorial ambition.
Source: UGC
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2027 election: Ogun monarch backs Obasanjo's daughter
Meanwhile, Legit.ng also reported that Senator Obasanjo’s ambition to contest the 2027 Ogun state governorship drew attention after a private visit to the palace of Oba Akintunde Akinyemi, the Eselu of Iselu Kingdom.
The monarch affirmed that her bid is a constitutional right and praised her professional and political pedigree.
He also urged greater inclusion of women in leadership, citing Ogun’s history of producing accomplished female figures.
Proofreading by Funmilayo Aremu, copy editor at Legit.ng.
Source: Legit.ng
