Iyabo Obasanjo returns to PDP and secures Ogun central senate ticket
Iyabo Obasanjo, daughter of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, has rejoined the Peoples Democratic Party after leaving the All Progressives Congress. She was officially welcomed at a large event in Abeokuta, where she was announced as the PDP senatorial candidate for Ogun Central. Obasanjo cited disrespect and unfair treatment by the APC as reasons for her departure. She pledged loyalty to the PDP and promised to serve with integrity and dedication.
Key takeaways
- Iyabo Obasanjo was presented with the PDP flag as the party’s senatorial candidate for Ogun Central.
- She left the APC, stating she was treated like a child and faced disrespect and betrayal from the party leadership.
- At the reception, Obasanjo pledged her loyalty to the PDP and promised to prioritize the welfare of Ogun State and Nigeria.
- The PDP’s state chairman, Abayomi Tella, and governorship candidate, Ladi Adebutu, were present at the event.
- Obasanjo emphasized her experience as a former commissioner and senator, declaring herself the candidate to beat in the next election.
