*l2027: Oyo Market Leaders, Iyalojas, Babalojas Endorse Bimbo Adekanmbi for Governor*

..As Princess Abeo Backs Omituntun 3.0 Agenda 

Market leaders, traders and artisans across Oyo State have endorsed the Allied Peoples’ Movement, APM, governorship candidate, Hon. Abimbola “Bimbo” Adekanmbi, ahead of the 2027 governorship election.

The endorsement, described as one of the largest by market stakeholders in the state, was led by renowned market leader, Princess Afolashade Abeo Nurudeen.

The delegation comprised representatives from all geopolitical zones of Oyo State, including Iyalojas, Babalojas, market secretaries and leaders of recognized market associations.

Prominent leaders present included Chief Mrs. Iswat Ameringun, Iyaloja of Ibadan; Chief Mrs. Zainab Oluwatoyin, Iyaloja of Ibadan South-East; Alhaji Ademola Romoke, President, Amalgamation of Traders and Artisans Association of Oyo Land; and Alhaji Okediji Bolaji Efo, President, Oyogbemi Association of Oyo Land and Chairman, Market Conflicts and Resolution Committee.

Other leaders at the meeting were Alhaja Risikat Aderogba Yaya, Saki; Alhaja Doyin Raji, Iseyin; Alhaji Munirudeen Tunde Fowewe, Irepo/Kishi; Mrs. Ajibola Eunice, Igboho; Alhaji Aderibigbe Tijjani Ismail, Ona-Ara; Mr. Ibrahim Rahaman, Ibarapa; Chief Dr. Isaiah Oladejo, JP, Ogbomosho; Alhaji Wasiu Alaka, Ogbomosho; and Mr. Temitope Adeniji, Ogbomosho.

Addressing journalists after the visit, Princess Nurudeen said the endorsement was a collective decision by market stakeholders in support of continuity in people-centered governance.

“Our endorsement is not for personal gain or political patronage. We are supporting Hon. Bimbo Adekanmbi because we believe he has the capacity to sustain good governance, promote equity, strengthen democracy and run an all-inclusive administration that will benefit every citizen of Oyo State,” she said.

She added that Governor Seyi Makinde’s achievements in infrastructure, governance and citizens’ welfare informed the delegation’s decision to back Adekanmbi as the candidate to advance the state’s development agenda.

In his response, Hon. Adekanmbi described the turnout as proof of confidence in his candidacy and the APM’s vision for Oyo State.

“I am deeply honoured by this overwhelming show of confidence. This is more than an endorsement; it is a call to greater service. I am on a mission to build an all-inclusive government under our continuity agenda, Omituntun 3.0, where every voice matters and every citizen has a sense of belonging,” he said.

Adekanmbi assured the delegation that his administration would remain accessible to all stakeholders.

“My doors will always remain open, and my ears will always be ready to listen. Together, we will build a more prosperous, peaceful and inclusive Oyo State,” he said.

The meeting ended with the market leaders pledging to mobilize traders and artisans across the state for APM. Both the delegation and Adekanmbi also commended Governor Seyi Makinde for his leadership and developmental strides.

The endorsement by the coalition of market stakeholders from Ibadan, Oyo, Oke-Ogun, Ibarapa and Ogbomosho zones is expected to give a significant boost to Adekanmbi’s campaign ahead of the 2027 election.