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The Peoples Democratic Party candidate for Abeokuta South State Constituency II in the 2027 Ogun State House of Assembly elections, Adeoye Adewale Adeniran, popularly known as A3, has urged Ogun residents to take seriously the allegations leveled against the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (Yayi), by former Senator Iyabo Obasanjo.
Adeoye said the comments made by Obasanjo, the PDP candidate for Ogun Central Senatorial District, should not be dismissed as routine political exchanges but seen in the context of his public service record and credibility.
Speaking during a meeting with PDP members in Ward 14, Onikolobo, Abeokuta, Adeoye described Obasanjo as a respected public figure whose reputation for integrity and candor lends weight to his remarks.
He was reacting to Obasanjo’s recent accusation that Adeola “lacks integrity” and “breaks trust”, insisting that the claims deserved careful consideration by voters ahead of the 2027 governorship election.
According to him, the allegations also come in the context of controversies that have followed the 2026 Federal Budget, which has attracted criticism from civil society organisations, political analysts and opposition parties for alleged budget reductions, duplication of projects and inclusion of electoral projects outside the mandates of relevant agencies.
Adeoye noted that as the Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, Adeola occupied a strategic position during the preparation and approval of the budget.
He said: “Whether every allegation is ultimately proven or not, the Appropriations Committee has an enormous responsibility to ensure transparency, fiscal discipline and accountability in the budget process. Nigerians deserve answers whenever questions are raised about the integrity of the nation’s budget.”
The PDP candidate argued that concerns regarding the budget process, coupled with Obasanjo’s comments on trust and integrity, were issues Ogun voters should carefully examine before electing their next governor.
He said leadership should be determined by character, competence and responsibility rather than popularity or financial influence.
“The people of Ogun must pay close attention when a seasoned public servant like Senator Iyabo Obasanjo raises concerns about character and integrity. These are not matters that should be dismissed as mere electioneering. Leadership begins with character and integrity remains the foundation on which public trust is built,” he said.
Adeoye described Obasanjo as a distinguished indigene of Ogun State who had served as Commissioner for Health and later represented Ogun Central in the Senate, adding that her years of public service lent credibility to her opinion.
He also declared support for PDP governorship candidate, Chief Oladipupo Adebutu, describing him as a compassionate leader with a verifiable record of humanitarian interventions and community development initiatives.
Speaking on his legislative agenda, Adeoye promised to sponsor laws and provide oversight aimed at improving infrastructure, healthcare, education, youth empowerment, women economic development and security in Abeokuta Southern State Constituency II.
He also pledged to promote transparency in local government administration, support alternative energy initiatives, improve road networks, protect small businesses and ensure prudent management of public resources.
“My commitment is to represent the people with honesty, accessibility and courage. The House of Assembly must be a place where laws are made to improve the lives of ordinary citizens, not to serve the interests of a privileged few,” he said.
Adeoye urged residents of Abeokuta South and Ogun State to verify the integrity and credibility of all candidates before casting their votes in the 2027 general elections.
He added: “Elections provide citizens with the opportunity to choose leaders whose conduct reflects honesty, transparency and accountability. When politicians mislead voters with money, the consequences are ultimately borne by all. Ogun State deserves leadership founded on trust, competence and genuine service to the people.”
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