Bola Oyebamiji, former Managing Director of Nigeria Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), has emerged as the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Osun State. He was affirmed by 1,660 delegates after being nominated by Kunle Adegoke, SAN, and seconded by Senator Babajide Omoworare.
Oyebamiji’s emergence follows a consensus agreement among APC aspirants, backed by President Bola Tinubu. Other aspirants, including Senator Iyiola Omisore, have pledged support for Oyebamiji’s candidacy.
Key Highlights:
- Consensus Candidate: Oyebamiji was chosen through a consensus agreement among APC aspirants.
- Delegate Affirmation: 1,660 delegates affirmed Oyebamiji’s candidacy.
- Party Unity: Aspirants pledged support for Oyebamiji, emphasizing party unity.
- Election Facing: Oyebamiji will face Governor Ademola Adeleke (Accord Party) and Dr. Najeem Salam (African Democratic Congress) in 2026.
Oyebamiji’s experience as former Finance Commissioner and NIWA MD is seen as an asset for the APC in Osun State.
