The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has cleared Prof Iyabo Obasanjo to contest the Senatorial seat in Ogun Central Senatorial District in Ogun State under the platform of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) at the forthcoming 2027 elections.
Penpushing reports that the approval was contained in a final list of candidates eligible to participate at the poll, as released and made available to the public by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)
The release signed by Secretary of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Rose Oriaran-Anthony clearly showed Obasanjo’s name as number 10 candidate on the Senatorial list qualified to contest
Penpushing further reports that the released list by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has finally laid to rest, speculations that she may not be allowed to contest the election
The daughter of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, it would be recalled officially joined Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) following her exit from the All Progressives Congress (APC), and was unveiled as the Senatorial Candidate of the party
Penpushing also reports that the unveiling took place during a party event in Ogun State, where Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leaders formally welcomed her and presented her as the flagbearer for the highly anticipated Senate race.
The party stakeholders described her emergence as a strategic move that would strengthen the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP’s) chances in Ogun Central, citing her experience in governance and previous service in the National Assembly.
Penpushing reports that Obasanjo represented Ogun Central in the Senate between 2003 and 2007 and remains one of the most prominent political figures in the state, while her return to active politics is expected to generate significant interest ahead of the 2027 elections.
The former Health Commissioner speaking after her unveiling, pledged to provide quality representation and work towards policies that would improve the welfare of the people, promote development, and strengthen democratic governance.
Penpushing further reports that political analysts believe her candidacy could reshape the contest for the Ogun Central Senate seat, given her political pedigree and experience,
The Senatorial hopeful, has so far took her campaign through the breadth and length of Ogun Senatorial District, where she was given rousing welcome by residents and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) loyalists
Penpushing also reports that Obasanjo said she was glad that everywhere she went, people pointed to the work she did when she represented the district from 2007 to 2011 and served as Commissioner for Health from 2003 to 2007.
The academic and epidemiologist, turned politician promised to do more to ensure that the people benefited from the dividends of democracy, and called for support towards her aspiration for the benefits of the district and state at large
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