The Senator representing Ogun West and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriation, Solomon Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, has appealed to his supporters to desist from attacking other governorship aspirants in Ogun State ahead of the 2027 elections.
Adeola, a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), made the call in a statement personally signed and made available to journalists on Monday.
The lawmaker said his attention had been drawn to recent comments and opinions, especially on social media, following declarations by some prominent citizens in the state who have indicated interest in the 2027 governorship race.
He noted that some of his loyalists, who are urging him to contest the governorship seat, had taken positions and made what he described as “detestable statements” against other aspirants within the APC.
Adeola, however, stressed that he had not issued any official statement regarding the aspiration of any contender nor responded to media attacks directed at him.
“I have not made any official statement regarding any aspirant’s aspiration or responded to the unprovoked media attacks against my person or political career,” he said.
He further clarified that he had not authorised anyone to speak or respond on his behalf.
Reaffirming his current priorities, the senator said he remains committed to serving his constituents and the nation.
“I am presently focused on serving my constituents in Ogun West Senatorial District, Ogun State and indeed, Nigeria. It is not in my character to derogate, demean or ridicule any of my fellow party members on the basis of their genuine aspirations,” Adeola stated.
He emphasised that political ambition should not degenerate into hostility among party members.
The senator urged his supporters and loyalists to refrain from attacking any aspirant, even if done in his defence.
“In view of this, I want to appeal to all my teeming supporters, well-wishers, and loyalists to desist from attacking the person or ideals of any aspirant, ostensibly in my defense or support,” he said.
“This appeal is pursuant to a rancor-free process for all the upcoming activities of our party, APC, as we progress towards the general elections.”
Adeola reminded party members that they belong to the same political family and must avoid bitterness.
“I passionately appeal to all my supporters and party members to always bear in mind that we are all members of a great political family and we must eschew bitterness and rancour in our relationship,” he added.
While appreciating the “genuine love and support” from his followers, Adeola urged restraint and focus in the months ahead.
“I urge all my supporters and loyalists not to be distracted and remain focused with eyes on the ball and the goal we have envisioned for our state for over a decade,” he said.
He called on party faithful to highlight achievements recorded under his representation, as well as the administration of Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
“Going forward, let us continue to showcase the work that has been done by my humble self, the governor of our state, Prince Dapo Abiodun, CON and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, under the Renewed Hope Agenda as we move toward party primaries and general elections in less than a year’s time,” he stated.
“Our focus should be on continuity of the ongoing reforms of our great party, APC, at both the state and national level and not on any unproductive internal bickering.”
Adeola’s appeal comes amid growing political permutations within the Ogun APC as stakeholders position themselves for the 2027 governorship contest.
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