Ogun monarchs and traders back Tinubu and Adeola for 2027 elections
A coalition of market traders, traditional rulers, and community leaders in Ogun West have declared their support for Bola Tinubu’s re-election and Solomon Adeola’s governorship bid. The groups announced their commitment to grassroots mobilisation to secure victories for both leaders. They highlighted the positive impact of their leadership and called for active voter participation. The endorsements were made during an event in Ilaro.
Key takeaways
- Market traders and traditional rulers under the Baales Forum pledged support for Bola Tinubu’s re-election and Solomon Adeola’s 2027 governorship ambition.
- The Babaloja of Yewaland, Adewale Adesina, praised both leaders for their contributions to infrastructure and economic reforms.
- Residents were urged to obtain their Permanent Voter Cards and participate in the electoral process to make the endorsements meaningful.
- The Iyaloja-General of Ogun State, Yemisi Abass, emphasised the need for continuity of the leaders’ developmental projects.
- Over 1,000 community heads and several monarchs, including Oba Isaac Adeisa, publicly endorsed both Tinubu and Adeola for the upcoming elections.
