Bola Oyebamiji.
By peace Udugba
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced Bola Oyebamiji, the immediate past Managing Director of the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), as its candidate for the August 8, 2026, Osun governorship election.
Oyebamiji’s emergence was made possible after seven other aspirants stepped down and adopted him as a consensus candidate during the party’s primary election in Osogbo. The motion for his adoption was moved by Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Kunle Rasheed, and seconded by Senator Babajide Omoworare.
A Smooth Transition
The primary election, which was witnessed by several dignitaries, including Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State and Governor Suleiman Abdullahi of Nasarawa, was deemed a success. The Chairman of the Electoral Committee, Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State, put Oyebamiji’s ratification to a voice vote, and the 1,660 delegates from the 30 local government areas in the state answered in the affirmative.
Oyebamiji’s Acceptance Speech
In his acceptance speech, Oyebamiji thanked the other aspirants for their support and attributed his emergence to the backing of the party’s leaders and elders. He also expressed his gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for his leadership and commitment to the party’s unity and progress.
A Promise to Serve
Oyebamiji pledged to serve the people of Osun State and provide them with better welfare. He affirmed that the APC would take control of the government in the state come 2026, and he is committed to making that happen.
A Bright Future Ahead
With Oyebamiji at the helm, the APC is confident of winning the governorship election in 2026. The party’s leaders and members are united in their determination to bring development to the state and improve the lives of its citizens.
