Senator Iyabo Obasanjo-Bello Meets President Tinubu in Lagos, Solidifies 2027 Ogun Governorship Ambition

Senator Iyabo Obasanjo-Bello meets President Tinubu in Lagos to discuss her 2027 Ogun governorship bid, focusing on healthcare and economic transformation.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 8, 2026, 7:27 AM EDT

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Strategic Consultations at the Highest Level

Senator Iyabo Obasanjo-Bello, a frontline contender for the 2027 Ogun State governorship on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has held high-level discussions with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. During the meeting in Ikoyi, Lagos, the former senator engaged in what she described as an "insightful and forward-looking" conversation regarding the country’s ongoing development and governance. The visit is seen as a major move to align her gubernatorial aspirations with the national leadership’s vision for democratic stability.

Experience as a Catalyst for Economic Transformation

The daughter of former President Olusegun Obasanjo emphasized that her return to politics is fueled by a desire to address the chronic challenges facing Ogun State. Drawing on her history as a former State Commissioner for Health and a Senator representing Ogun Central, she asserted that she possesses the specific expertise required to deliver meaningful development. Obasanjo-Bello argued that Ogun currently requires leadership that deeply understands the local populace and is committed to a sectoral transformation of the economy.

Prioritizing Health, Education, and Jobs

If successful in her bid to succeed Governor Dapo Abiodun, the former lawmaker has pledged to prioritize social infrastructure. Her agenda centers on three critical pillars: strengthening healthcare delivery, modernizing the education system, and creating sustainable employment opportunities for the youth. She highlighted that her time away from politics in the academic sector has provided her with fresh perspectives on how to prepare the next generation for leadership and economic participation.