Former Commissioner for Finance, Bola Oyebamiji has emerged as the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2026 Osun Governorship election.
Oyebamiji emerged through a consensus following a motion moved and seconded by two of the governorship aspirants, Kunle Adegoke (SAN), Senator Babajide Omoworare.
Adegoke said “on behalf of other aspirants of the party, endorse Asiwaju Oyebamiji as our candidate for the 2026 Osun governorship election coming up in August. This followed the decision of all the aspirants to step down for Asiwaju Oyebamiji to be the party flag bearer in 2026.”
The chairman of the governorship primary and Edo State Governor, Monday Okpoboholo, subsequently put a voice vote, which received overwhelming support from all present at the primary.
Okpeboholo subsequently declared, “By the power conferred on me, I present to you Bola Oyebamiji, as the governorship candidate of our party.”
In his speech at the primary election held in Osogbo, Osun State, on Saturday, Oyebamiji stated that the task of repositioning the state looks huge but is quite achievable.
He said if elected governor, he would work towards “elevating the standard of living for every Osun resident by alleviating poverty, eradicating hunger, and promoting a functional educational system for all.”
He added, “The health system in Osun State is currently moribund; we intend to revitalise it, thereby reducing the need for medical tourism. The welfare of the populace and communal peace and progress are paramount to our party, as they foster an environment where opportunity abounds and innovation flourishes.
“Consequently, I invite well-meaning citizens of Osun State and our party faithful to join us on the progressive journey to reposition our state for greater heights. The task before us is huge but achievable.
“Therefore, as I offer myself for service, I sincerely invite my co-aspirants, members of our political party, and other Progressives who may be outside our fold now to join me in reversing our dear state from its drift into total systemic collapse.”
He expressed gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for his support and faith in him and in the APC members in Osun, noting the support of the National Chairman of the party, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, the National Secretary Senator Ajibola Bashiru, and the entire National Working Committee of the party.
He also lauded the contributions of ex Osun Governors Adebisi Akande and Adegboyega Oyetola for their commitment to ensuring that the APC remain united and in a good position to return to power in the state.
