2027: Ogun PDP alleges APC pressure over Adebutu’s omission from INEC list

The Ogun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called for calm amid allegations of pressure from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) regarding its governorship candidate, Oladipupo Adebutu, who was omitted from a list released by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The PDP remains confident that the matter will be resolved before the 2027 election.

The opposition party asserts that APC's actions are intended to weaken their chances in the upcoming governorship poll. However, the PDP insists that Adebutu is a legitimate member of the party, having completed the necessary registration process within the given timeframe. According to a statement from the party's Publicity Secretary, Kayode Adebayo, Adebutu participated in the PDP's digital membership registration exercise, where his membership card was printed, verified, and submitted to INEC on time.

The PDP claims that the omission is due to alleged pressure from APC, which fears losing the election to the PDP. Despite the controversy, the party is confident that Adebutu's name will eventually be included in the authorized list of candidates and reaffirms its commitment to participating in the 2027 election. The PDP appeals to Ogun State residents not to be distracted by the controversy and urges party members to continue their mobilization efforts.

They emphasize that the people of Ogun State are eager for improved governance and positive change, and that no external manipulation or distractions can alter their determination. The PDP reiterates its call for calm and encourages supporters and stakeholders to remain resolute as the movement to rescue Ogun State and provide relief to its people gains momentum.