Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke left for Abuja on Wednesday to attend the inauguration of the All Progressives Congress (APC) 2027 Presidential Campaign Council. A video showing Adeleke walking toward a private jet with his protocol team began trending on X ahead of the event.
Governor's Departure and Appointment
The footage, widely shared on social media, captures Adeleke accompanied by his protocol team as he boards a private jet bound for the Federal Capital Territory. The inauguration is scheduled to take place at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa in Abuja, where the APC will formally launch its campaign structure ahead of the 2027 general election.
Adeleke was recently appointed as the Osun State coordinator of the campaign council, positioning him among key party figures responsible for building grassroots support for President Bola Tinubu's re-election bid across the state. His role places him in a group of state-level coordinators expected to lead the APC's mobilisation efforts in their respective states over the coming months.
Purpose of the Inauguration
Wednesday's inauguration is intended to formally activate the campaign council and mark the beginning of the ruling party's organised push towards the 2027 presidential election. The event brings together party leaders and coordinators from across Nigeria to align on strategy and objectives.
The video of the governor leaving Osun was shared on X, drawing attention to his participation in the APC event despite his position as a governor elected under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The development has sparked discussions about cross-party alignment ahead of the election cycle.
Implications for the 2027 Election
Adeleke's involvement as Osun coordinator signals the APC's effort to strengthen its presence in the South-West region. His appointment is seen as a strategic move to leverage his influence and popularity in Osun State for the president's re-election campaign.
The campaign council's inauguration marks a significant step in the APC's preparations for the 2027 general election, with state coordinators expected to play a pivotal role in voter mobilisation and party outreach. The event at the Presidential Villa underscores the party's commitment to a structured and coordinated campaign effort.
