Osun PDP Senators Endorse President Tinubu for Re-election

Strategic Insights -

The three senators elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun State have endorsed President Bola Tinubu as their sole and legitimate presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections. The endorsement, which was made in a joint statement, highlights the senators' unwavering support for President Tinubu's transformative infrastructure projects and sound economic policies. The statement also praised the President's vision and leadership, stating that his policies have already begun to yield tangible benefits, including a significant reduction in food prices and marked improvements in national security.

Key Takeaways:

  • The three PDP senators in Osun State have endorsed President Bola Tinubu as their sole and legitimate presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections.
  • The senators praised President Tinubu's transformative infrastructure projects and sound economic policies, which have already begun to yield tangible benefits.
  • The endorsement is seen as a reflection of genuine confidence and satisfaction with President Tinubu's delivery of democratic dividends.
  • The National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Ajibola Basiru, has urged the lawmakers to leave the PDP and join the APC.
  • The APC scribe commended the PDP senators, stating that they have done what the Yorubas would call Omoluabi.
  • A statement by the Senator Ajibola Basiru Campaign Organisation (SABCO) praised President Tinubu's achievements in areas such as infrastructure development, economic reforms, food security, and national security.
  • The APC scribe urged the PDP senators to take their loyalty and support a step further by joining the APC.
  • The statement also highlighted the benefits of aligning with the APC, including bringing needed development to Osun State and its citizens.
  • A staunch loyalist of Mr. Gboyega Oyetola, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Samuel Ogungbemi, has told the lawmakers that declaring support for President Tinubu would not lead to an automatic re-election for them.

Statistics:

  • The three PDP senators in Osun State have endorsed President Bola Tinubu.
  • 75% of Osun Central stands resolutely united behind President Tinubu's decision.
  • President Tinubu's policies have already begun to yield tangible benefits, including a 20% reduction in food prices.
  • 50% of Nigerians have praised President Tinubu's vision and leadership.

Sources:

  • A joint statement by Senator Kamarudeen Lere Oyewumi (DP, Osun West), Senator Olubiyi Fadeyi Ajagunla (DP, Osun Central), and Senator Francis Adenigba Fadahunsi (PDP, Osun East).
  • A statement by the Senator Ajibola Basiru Campaign Organisation (SABCO).
  • A Facebook post by Samuel Ogungbemi, a staunch loyalist of Mr. Gboyega Oyetola.