Adelabu’s aide says criticism won’t stop his 2027 ambition
Bayo Adelabu’s media aide, Femi Awogboro, has dismissed recent criticisms and attacks against the former Minister of Power as political tactics. He argued that such strategies are typically used against rising political figures and insisted that Adelabu’s popularity in Oyo State remains strong. Awogboro compared the situation to the experience of Bola Tinubu before the 2023 election, emphasizing that public support for Adelabu continues to grow. He urged members of the All Progressives Congress not to be distracted by what he called deliberate attempts to create confusion within the party.
What we know
- Femi Awogboro stated that no amount of criticism or blackmail can stop Bayo Adelabu ahead of the 2027 election.
- He compared the attacks on Adelabu to those faced by Bola Tinubu before the 2023 election, saying such tactics failed then.
- Awogboro highlighted that Adelabu enjoys support from youths, women, professionals, and grassroots party members.
- He noted that Adelabu formally declared his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in Oyo on the platform of APC in May, 2026, after resigning as Minister of Power.
- Awogboro urged APC members not to be distracted by attempts to create confusion within the party.
