The Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Adebo Ogundoyin, has expressed confidence that the people of Ibarapaland will demonstrate their appreciation for Governor Seyi Makinde's administration through their political choices in the 2027 elections. This was made known during the grand finale of the 2026 World Twins Festival in Igboora, Ibarapa Central Local Government Area of Oyo State. Ogundoyin represented Governor Seyi Makinde at the event.
Ogundoyin said the people of Ibarapaland had reasons to appreciate an administration that recognised their communities and incorporated the region into Oyo State's development agenda. The Speaker commended Governor Makinde for purposeful leadership and developmental strides across the state, particularly in infrastructure, education, healthcare, and other critical sectors. According to him, the administration's interventions demonstrate its commitment to the growth and development of Oyo State.
The Speaker expressed confidence that residents of the region would have the opportunity to demonstrate their appreciation for the governor's leadership through their political choices ahead of the 2027 governorship election. He urged the people of Ibarapaland to continue engaging constructively with the government and supporting initiatives that promote progress, inclusion, and prosperity. Ogundoyin emphasized that the future of Oyo State must continue to be guided by development, sustained progress, and the collective interests of its people.
Beyond the political message, Ogundoyin described the World Twins Festival as an important celebration of Igboora's cultural identity and heritage. The community has earned international recognition for its high incidence of twin births. He said the festival provided an opportunity to showcase Ibarapaland to the world while promoting cultural preservation, tourism, and economic growth.
Some APM candidates, including Hon Adedeji Dhikrullahi Stanley Olajide, popularly known as Odidiomo, who is contesting for the Oyo South Senatorial District, and Adebayo Anthony Adepoju, popularly called Ibarapakan, who is contesting for the Ibarapa Central/Ibarapa North Federal Constituency, also joined the Speaker at the colourful cultural gathering.
The World Twins Festival celebrates Igboora's unique identity and remarkable reputation for twin births. The event is a significant cultural celebration that showcases the community's heritage and promotes tourism. Ogundoyin's presence at the event was a testament to the importance of the festival and the government's commitment to promoting cultural preservation.
The Oyo Speaker's call for support for Governor Makinde's administration and the APM is seen as a strategic move ahead of the 2027 elections. The Speaker's confidence in the people of Ibarapaland's appreciation for the governor's leadership is a boost to the APM's chances in the region. The party's candidates, including Odidiomo and Ibarapakan, are expected to galvanize support for the party in the region.
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- Oyo Speaker, Adebo Ogundoyin, woos Ibarapaland for Governor Seyi Makinde's administration and APM ahead of 2027 elections.
