Iyabo Obasanjo says her governorship bid is independent of her father
Iyabo Obasanjo-Bello has stated that she does not require the support of her father, former President Olusegun Obasanjo, as she seeks the Ogun State governorship under the All Progressives Congress. Speaking in a recent interview, she emphasized that her political journey is personal and not reliant on her parents' backing. Iyabo Obasanjo-Bello highlighted her experience and the goodwill she has earned in Ogun State as key strengths for her campaign.
Key takeaways
- Iyabo Obasanjo-Bello said she does not need her father's support for her governorship ambition, stressing her independence at her age.
- She believes her parents will vote for her regardless, but her campaign is a personal journey within the APC.
- She cited her previous roles as Commissioner for Health and senator as foundational to her current bid.
- Funding for her campaign will come from her retirement savings and contributions from individuals she has helped in the past.
- She expressed confidence in her chances, noting that no APC candidate in Ogun State has a guaranteed ticket and welcoming increased female participation in politics.
