OGUN 2027: NOIMOT SALAKO-OYEDELE DEMONSTRATES POLITICAL COMMITMENT, LEADS NSO FAMILY TO PRESENT 12,000 YARDS OF ANKARA TO YAYI
Deputy Governor’s gesture underscores solidarity with Ogun West governorship ambition, while Yayi calls for party unity, inclusiveness and collective responsibility
In a significant demonstration of political solidarity and organisational commitment ahead of the 2027 governorship election in Ogun State, the Deputy Governor, Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele, has led leaders and members of the NSO Political Family to present 12,000 yards of branded Ankara fabric to the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi.
The presentation, which took place during a meeting with the senator, represents a symbolic expression of solidarity with his candidacy and the political aspiration of Ogun West to produce the next governor of the state.
According to a statement by the deputy governor, the donation was made to demonstrate the collective support of the NSO Political Family for Adeola’s candidacy and its confidence in his record of public service.
The gesture adds to the growing political engagements surrounding the 2027 governorship election, following the emergence of Adeola as the APC’s governorship candidate after the party’s nomination process.
For Salako-Oyedele, the presentation was more than a donation of campaign-branded fabric; it was an opportunity to reaffirm the group’s position on the forthcoming political transition and its commitment to working with party stakeholders.
The deputy governor expressed satisfaction with Adeola’s candidacy, citing his record of service and commitment to the people as reasons for the group’s confidence in his leadership aspirations.
She also expressed optimism that the senator, if elected, would build on the achievements of the administration of Governor Dapo Abiodun and pursue further development across Ogun State.
Her remarks reflect the position she communicated following the visit: that continuity in governance, coupled with a commitment to development, remains an important consideration in the group’s support for the APC candidate.
Salako-Oyedele, an engineer and entrepreneur who has served as Ogun State’s deputy governor since 2019, brings considerable experience in both the professional and public sectors to her current political role. She holds a degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Lagos and a master’s degree in Public Health Engineering from Imperial College London.
In his response, Senator Adeola expressed sincere appreciation to Salako-Oyedele and members of the NSO Political Family for the presentation, describing their contribution as a demonstration of support for his political aspiration.
He reiterated his commitment to building an inclusive and united APC family in which every member has a role to play and every contribution is valued.
According to the deputy governor’s account of the meeting, the senator stressed that unity within the party was essential not only to its electoral prospects but also to effective governance and the delivery of public services.
The message of inclusiveness particularly resonated with Salako-Oyedele, who welcomed the emphasis on bringing party members together as political activities intensify ahead of 2027.
The senator’s appeal for unity also echoes his previously reported commitment to consolidating the achievements of the incumbent administration and maintaining cohesion within the APC.
Adeola’s candidacy carries particular significance for Ogun West, a senatorial district that has never produced a governor since Ogun State was created in 1976.
The question of political representation for the district has featured prominently in discussions surrounding the 2027 governorship election, with Governor Abiodun publicly explaining his support for an Ogun West candidate in terms of addressing the longstanding regional imbalance.
Against this background, the NSO Political Family’s presentation provides another indication of the political relationships and stakeholder engagements taking shape around the forthcoming election.
For Salako-Oyedele and her political associates, the visit also provided an opportunity to communicate their position on the transition and express confidence in the direction they believe the state should take.
The presentation of 12,000 yards of branded Ankara fabric stands out for its scale and symbolism. Beyond its immediate value as a material donation, the gesture represents an organised show of support by a political family for a candidate seeking to lead the state.
Equally significant was the emphasis on unity during the meeting.
As the 2027 election approaches, the ability of political parties to maintain dialogue among their leaders, accommodate differing interests and establish clear channels of participation will remain an important part of their internal organisation.
For the NSO Political Family, the visit offered an opportunity to reaffirm its support for Adeola while underscoring the importance of cooperation among party stakeholders.
Salako-Oyedele concluded her message with a prayer for divine assistance and success in the group’s collective efforts towards what she described as a brighter future for Ogun State.
The meeting thus combined a material demonstration of support with a broader message about party cohesion, shared responsibility and the political future of the Gateway State.
As preparations for 2027 continue, the presentation by the NSO Political Family marks another development in the evolving engagements among APC stakeholders, with unity, inclusiveness and continuity in governance featuring prominently in the conversation.
