FLASH: I Never Stepped Down for Seyi Makinde in 2019 – Hon. Bolanle Amina Sarumi (BASA)
In a revealing interview with Egalitarian Voice, Hon. Bolanle Amina Sarumi (BASA), a former Governorship candidate and respected grassroots mobilizer, dismissed long-standing rumors suggesting she stepped down for Governor Seyi Makinde during the 2019 elections.
“I contested all the way. I never stepped down for anyone. I was in the race till the very end, driven by conviction and the mandate of my people,” she said firmly.
BASA, known for her bold political moves and youth-focused activism, used the opportunity to clarify her role in the 2019 race—insisting that history must reflect the truth.
But perhaps more striking was the subtle undertone of what’s to come. When asked about her political future, BASA gave a cryptic yet confident response that is already sparking speculation across Oyo State:
“Let’s just say 2027 will be interesting. Oyo deserves bold, people-driven leadership—and I’m not afraid to lead.”
While she stopped short of declaring her next move outright, close observers believe BASA may be setting her sights on the Oyo State Governorship race, potentially positioning herself as a major contender in the post-Makinde era.
