Following extensive deliberations among party stakeholders, the Ogun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially selected Mrs. Kudirat Adegunwa-Balogun as its deputy governorship candidate for the 2027 elections. The announcement came during an emergency strategic caucus meeting convened by Governor Dapo Abiodun at the party’s secretariat in Abeokuta on Sunday.
Governor Abiodun revealed that the choice was made after consultations with key leaders and stakeholders, emphasizing that the party prioritized gender parity and religious inclusivity in the selection process. He explained that since the governorship candidate hails from the Ogun West Senatorial District, it was only fair for the deputy to come from Ogun East. After reviewing candidates from various local governments in the district and seeking broad input, the party settled on Adegunwa-Balogun, who is from Ososa town in Odogbolu Local Government Area.
Governor Abiodun noted that while the decision had been accepted in principle, formal ratification by the party’s broader body remained pending. He presented the nominee to the caucus, stating, “Today, I am pleased to introduce Mrs. Kudirat Abiodun Adegunwa-Balogun, who, by the grace of God, will serve as our deputy governor.”
The governorship candidate, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, expressed gratitude to the governor for the inclusive approach to candidate selection. He disclosed that 17 aspirants had vied for the deputy slot, all of whom were highly qualified, but the party had to make a single choice. Adeola also highlighted that Adegunwa-Balogun is the daughter of Chief Sulaiman Adegunwa, a prominent businessman and the Asiwaju of Ijebuland.
In her acceptance speech, Adegunwa-Balogun thanked the governor, party leaders, and the governorship candidate for their confidence in her. She stated that she views the nomination not as a mere support but as a call to duty and a privilege to serve the people of Ogun State.
Earlier, Ogun APC Chairman Yemi Sanusi praised the governor’s wisdom in steering the primary process, which he noted is still ongoing. Among those present at the meeting were Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare Iziaq Salako, National Sports Commission Director-General Bukola Olopade, Speaker of the State House of Assembly Oludaisi Elemide, the Secretary to the State Government, and members of the Governor’s Elders Advisory Council. Notably, Deputy Governor Noimot Salako-Oyedele was absent.