President Tinubu Favors Internal Consensus for Oyo State 2027 Gubernatorial Candidates Says Adelabu

President Tinubu has not endorsed a candidate for Oyo State, according to Adebayo Adelabu. Learn why the President is pushing for a party consensus or primary.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 24, 2026, 6:43 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Peoples Gazette

Tinubu Urges Party Unity in Oyo State Race

Adebayo Adelabu, the former Minister of Power, has revealed that President Bola Tinubu maintains a neutral stance regarding the 2027 governorship race in Oyo State, preferring the party to reach an internal agreement. Speaking to a gathering of supporters in Ibadan on Thursday, April 23, 2026, Adelabu explained that the President's primary interest lies in the collective strength of the party rather than the promotion of a single individual. The President reportedly emphasized that the gubernatorial contest remains entirely open to all interested and qualified members.

Structured Approach to Candidate Selection

According to Adelabu, the President provided specific guidance on how the selection process should unfold to avoid internal friction. President Tinubu suggested that party members and critical stakeholders on the ground should first attempt to reach a consensus among themselves. If a mutual agreement proves unattainable, the President directed that the party should then proceed to a direct primary election. This dual strategy is intended to ensure that the eventual candidate possesses a clear mandate from the grassroots and the party leadership alike.

Addressing Claims of Monarchy Endorsements

During his address, Adelabu responded to ongoing speculation regarding the traditional leadership’s involvement in the political process. He specifically addressed reports suggesting that the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, had already endorsed a particular governorship aspirant. According to Adelabu, these reports should be treated as mere rumors because the Olubadan serves as a father figure to all citizens, regardless of their political affiliations or social status, and would not likely take a partisan side.