To Leaders and Stakeholders of Our Great Party,
As we approach the 2027 gubernatorial primaries, we must ask ourselves a question that transcends personal ambitions: Who among the aspirants gives the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) the best chance to retain the seat of power in Ibadan? While popularity contests often dominate the headlines, the machinery of the party must be calibrated towards competence, loyalty, and governance capacity. This is where Hon. Bimbo Adekanmbi stands apart, not merely as a candidate, but as the most viable political investment we can make to secure our party’s future beyond the tenure of Governor Seyi Makinde.
Oyo 2027: Looking Beyond Popularity to Competence – The Case for Hon. Bimbo Adekanmbi
Supporting Hon. Adekanmbi is not just about rewarding an individual; it is about ensuring the continuity of the progressive governance model that has kept Oyo State in PDP hands. As a former Commissioner for Finance and Deputy Chief of Staff, he possesses the rarest combination of fiscal wizardry and administrative depth. In a political landscape where many are still learning on the job, Adekanmbi is ready on day one. His technocratic background ensures he can defend the party’s flag in debates and policy discussions, effectively neutralizing the opposition’s attacks and giving our party the intellectual edge required to triumph in a general election.
Furthermore, Adekanmbi represents the unity of purpose we desperately need. Having served across different political eras—including under the late Governor Abiola Ajimobi—he understands the delicate balance between the civil service, the grassroots, and the party hierarchy. He is not a factional candidate; he is a bridge-builder. By rallying behind him, we avoid the pitfalls of a fractured primary and present a united front to the electorate. He offers the stability that stakeholders crave, ensuring that the infrastructure and legacies built by the Makinde administration are expanded upon, rather than dismantled.
OPINION: Oyo 2027 — What If the Choice Is Bimbo Adekanmbi?
Therefore, as we deliberate on the future of Oyo State, let us choose the path of strategic wisdom. By throwing the full weight of the party behind Hon. Bimbo Adekanmbi, we are not just nominating a successor; we are ensuring that the PDP retains its hold on the Government House, that the treasury remains in capable hands, and that Oyo State continues on its trajectory of sustainable development. His candidature is not just a political calculation; it is a blessing for the party, a blessing for the continuity of our legacy, and ultimately, a blessing for the good people of Oyo State.
Signed:
— A Voice for Party Unity and Progress of Oyo State PDP
March 19, 2026.
