{"id":2261,"date":"2026-06-26T22:36:10","date_gmt":"2026-06-26T19:36:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zalebs.com\/news\/group-in-abeokuta-urges-voters-to-back-tinubu-and-state-leaders-ahead-of-2027\/"},"modified":"2026-06-26T22:36:10","modified_gmt":"2026-06-26T19:36:10","slug":"group-in-abeokuta-urges-voters-to-back-tinubu-and-state-leaders-ahead-of-2027","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zalebs.com\/news\/group-in-abeokuta-urges-voters-to-back-tinubu-and-state-leaders-ahead-of-2027\/","title":{"rendered":"Group in Abeokuta Urges Voters to Back Tinubu and State Leaders Ahead of 2027"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>A political group led by its founder, Ambassador Ayomikun Azeez Ibrahim, urged voters on Friday in Abeokuta to rally behind what it described as a strategic course for sustaining development across both the federal and state levels. The group presented its plan as a way to maintain momentum on national reforms while also driving progress within Ogun State.<\/p>\n<p>Ibrahim said the group\u2019s backing for the three named figures is rooted in their past performance, leadership ability, and demonstrated commitment to governance.<\/p>\n<p>He further argued that President Bola Tinubu should seek a second term, saying an additional tenure would allow the administration to strengthen ongoing reform efforts and continue development programmes across the country.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cPresident Bola Tinubu should be supported for re-election because his government is building a solid platform for economic recovery, national stability and lasting growth,\u201d Ibrahim said.<\/p>\n<p>Turning to Ogun State politics ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Zee 1 for Yayi founder urged residents to support Senator Olamilekan Adeola\u2014widely known as Yayi\u2014for governor. He portrayed Adeola as a proven and seasoned leader, saying he has the capacity to take the state to higher levels of development.<\/p>\n<p>The founder pointed to Adeola\u2019s record of public service, particularly his time in the National Assembly, as evidence of his credentials as a grassroots politician focused on people-centred development.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cSenator Olamilekan Adeola has shown skill, resolve and dedication to improving the lives of the people. We believe he is ready to offer focused leadership for Ogun State in 2027,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>The group also endorsed Governor Dapo Abiodun for the Ogun East senatorial seat, arguing that his experience as governor would be valuable in representing the district at the National Assembly once his current term ends.<\/p>\n<p>Ibrahim said Abiodun\u2019s administration has delivered progress in areas including infrastructure, education, economic development and social welfare.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cPrince Dapo Abiodun has demonstrated ability in governance and has stayed committed to advancing Ogun State. 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