Former Senator Olusola Adeyeye, Coordinator of the APC Presidential Campaign Council for the South-West, has expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu will secure the region in the 2027 presidential election. He made this statement on Channels Television's Sunday Politics on September 27, 2026. Adeyeye emphasized the importance of unity within the APC to achieve a decisive victory. He warned against underestimating the 2027 election, stating that the APC is working hard to win.
Adeyeye stressed that the APC will secure a big win in the South-West, describing any notion that the next election will be easy as "self-delusion." He asserted that the party's hard work will lead to a significant victory. The former senator also referenced the experience of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, who lost the South-West but went on to become President. Adeyeye argued that losing the region does not necessarily prevent a presidential candidate from winning.
Adeyeye expressed confidence in the APC's ability to win Osun State in 2027. He attributed the popularity of Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party, largely to his family name. According to Adeyeye, the goodwill towards Adeleke is not primarily directed at the governor personally. This, he believes, presents an opportunity for the APC to make inroads in the state.
The former senator was also questioned about the potential impact of former Osun State Governor Rauf Aregbesola, now associated with the African Democratic Congress, on the APC's prospects. Adeyeye questioned the ADC's performance in the August 15, 2026 Osun State governorship election and Aregbesola's showing in Osun Central. He expressed skepticism about Aregbesola's ability to significantly impact the APC's chances if he is not the candidate.
Adeyeye acknowledged Aregbesola's popularity but maintained that his personal support cannot be automatically transferred to another candidate. He described Aregbesola as "magnificent" and "much loved," but emphasized that this affection is tied to Aregbesola himself. If Aregbesola were a candidate, Adeyeye believes it would be challenging for anyone to beat him in Osun.
Adeyeye further stressed the importance of unity within the APC, warning that any political party that enters the 2027 election divided could suffer the consequences at the polls. He emphasized that the APC's unity is crucial to securing a decisive victory in the South-West. The party, according to Adeyeye, is working hard to ensure a united front.
The APC's South-West Coordinator concluded by reiterating his confidence in Tinubu's ability to retain the region in 2027. He emphasized that the party's efforts will lead to a significant victory, dismissing any notions of an easy win for other parties. Adeyeye's comments reflect the APC's preparations and confidence ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
Key points
- - APC Coordinator Olusola Adeyeye is confident that President Bola Tinubu will retain the South-West in the 2027 presidential election if the party remains united. - Adeyeye references former President Olusegun Obasanjo's experience, who lost the South-West but went on to become President. - The APC's unity is crucial to securing a decisive victory in the South-West, according to Adeyeye.
