Olusola Adeyeye, South-West Coordinator of the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign council, has declared that President Bola Tinubu will not lose the South West in the January 16, 2027 presidential election. Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Adeyeye, a former National Assembly member for Osun Central, warned that any party expecting an easy victory in the 2027 polls is 'suffering from self-delusion.' He stressed the importance of APC unity, stating, 'any party that goes into an election disunited stands a good chance of losing.'
Adeyeye defended the APC’s strategy, asserting the party is 'working very hard' to win 'big' and vowed, 'I guarantee you [Tinubu] will not lose the South West.' He referenced former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s 1999 presidential campaign, noting Obasanjo had lost 'his ward, polling booth, state, zone, and every state in the South-West' but still secured the presidency. The senator also dismissed potential challenges from opposition figures, including former Osun Governor Rauf Aregbesola of the African Democratic Party (ADC), arguing Aregbesola is not a 2027 presidential candidate and that his influence does not translate to electoral success without formal candidacy.
Adeyeye highlighted the APC’s dominance in Osun State, claiming Governor Ademola Adeleke’s popularity stems from his family’s legacy rather than his own governance. He criticized the ADC’s performance in the August 15, 2026 Osun State governorship election, questioning Aregbesola’s viability as a candidate. 'If Aregbesola were a candidate, it’s a different matter,' Adeyeye said, adding, 'even he must not deceive himself that he can automatically take the affection for him to another person.' The APC chairman also reiterated the party’s focus on securing the South West, stating, 'We’re going to shock everybody.'
The comments come amid heightened scrutiny of Nigeria’s 2027 electoral landscape, with political analysts noting the South West’s strategic significance. Adeyeye’s remarks underscore the APC’s confidence in maintaining its stronghold in the region, while opposition parties face pressure to unify and challenge the ruling party’s dominance. The outcome could shape the broader presidential race, as regional support often influences national momentum.
APC's Adeyeye Vows Tinubu Will Secure South West in 2027 Elections
Olusola Adeyeye, South-West Coordinator of the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign council, has declared that President Bola Tinubu will not lose the South West in the January 16, 2027 presidential election. Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Adeyeye, a former National Assembly member for Osun Central, warned that any party expecting an easy victory in the 2027 polls is 'suffering from self-delusion.' He stressed the importance of APC unity, stating, 'any party that goes into an election disunited stands a good chance of losing.'
Adeyeye defended the APC’s strategy, asserting the party is 'working very hard' to win 'big' and vowed, 'I guarantee you [Tinubu] will not lose the South West.' He referenced former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s 1999 presidential campaign, noting Obasanjo had lost 'his ward, polling booth, state, zone, and every state in the South-West' but still secured the presidency. The senator also dismissed potential challenges from opposition figures, including former Osun Governor Rauf Aregbesola of the African Democratic Party (ADC), arguing Aregbesola is not a 2027 presidential candidate and that his influence does not translate to electoral success without formal candidacy.
Adeyeye highlighted the APC’s dominance in Osun State, claiming Governor Ademola Adeleke’s popularity stems from his family’s legacy rather than his own governance. He criticized the ADC’s performance in the August 15, 2026 Osun State governorship election, questioning Aregbesola’s viability as a candidate. 'If Aregbesola were a candidate, it’s a different matter,' Adeyeye said, adding, 'even he must not deceive himself that he can automatically take the affection for him to another person.' The APC chairman also reiterated the party’s focus on securing the South West, stating, 'We’re going to shock everybody.'
The comments come amid heightened scrutiny of Nigeria’s 2027 electoral landscape, with political analysts noting the South West’s strategic significance. Adeyeye’s remarks underscore the APC’s confidence in maintaining its stronghold in the region, while opposition parties face pressure to unify and challenge the ruling party’s dominance. The outcome could shape the broader presidential race, as regional support often influences national momentum.