“It Was a Powerful Gathering” — Adebutu Flags Off Ogun 2027 Campaign

The Peoples Democratic Party governorship candidate in Ogun State for the 2027 election, Ladi Adebutu, has formally commenced his campaign, declaring that the gathering at the Ake Palace Ground, Abeokuta, was a reaffirmation of his commitment to building a better state.

Adebutu, who spoke after the campaign flag-off, said the event brought together over 10,000 supporters and representatives from the 20 local government areas of the state, as well as the party’s candidates for the Senate, House of Representatives and House of Assembly.

Describing the mobilisation as “a powerful gathering of our people,” the PDP candidate said he was encouraged by the enthusiasm and support displayed by the participants.

He said, “Yesterday was more than the flag-off of a campaign. It was a reaffirmation of what we are fighting for and the Ogun we want to build.”

Adebutu said his administration, if elected, would prioritise workers’ welfare, accountability in the management of public funds and the effective functioning of local governments.

He also promised greater support for farmers, improved access to quality education for children, safer communities and stronger participation of women in governance.

According to him, the campaign was not about pursuing political power for its own sake but about creating an opportunity to serve the people and restore confidence in government.

“We are not seeking power for the sake of power. We are seeking the opportunity to serve, to restore trust in government and to deliver a better quality of life for our people,” he said.

Adebutu further pledged to pursue an administration in which government would serve residents irrespective of their political affiliation.

“Most importantly, an Ogun where government works for everyone, not just a political party,” he said.

The candidate said the commencement of the campaign marked the beginning of the journey towards the 2027 governorship election, adding, “The road to 2027 has begun.”

He ended his message with the campaign slogan, “Relief is here… ITURA DE!”
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