
Ogun finance commissioner rejects deputy governor rumours
Dapo Okunbadejo, the Chief Economic Adviser and Ogun State Commissioner for Finance, has publicly denied claims that he is being considered as a running mate or Deputy Governor nominee in the 2027 Ogun governorship race. He described the reports circulating on social media as false and misleading. Okunbadejo emphasized that he has not engaged in any discussions or shown interest in the position. He reiterated his commitment to his current duties in the Ogun State Government.
Key takeaways
- Dapo Okunbadejo dismissed reports linking him to the Deputy Governor position in the 2027 Ogun governorship race.
- He called the rumours “misleading and entirely false,” stating he has never discussed or considered such a role.
- Okunbadejo stressed his focus is on supporting fiscal and economic reforms as Chief Economic Adviser and Commissioner for Finance.
- The clarification follows the adoption of Solomon Adeola (Yayi) as the All Progressives Congress consensus governorship candidate.
- The endorsement of Adeola has sparked increased political activity and discussions within Ogun State.