Ambassador Taofeek Oladejo Arapaja is set to officially declare his interest in the 2027 Oyo State governorship election at the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Secretariat on Wednesday, May 6, 2026.
The planned declaration is already generating excitement within the PDP and across political circles in the state, as party leaders, stakeholders, grassroots mobilisers, and supporters are expected to converge in large numbers to witness the significant moment. The event marks a major step in the build-up to the 2027 general elections and signals the intensifying race for the Agodi Government House.
Amb. Arapaja, a former Deputy Governor of Oyo State and a respected political figure within the PDP, is widely regarded for his experience, loyalty, and longstanding contributions to the growth of the party in the state and beyond. His expected entry into the race is seen by many as a strategic move that could shape the dynamics of the contest.
Supporters and political associates have continued to express confidence in his leadership capacity, citing his administrative experience and deep connection with party structures at both the grassroots and national levels.
The declaration event is also expected to serve as a rallying point for his supporters, as consultations and alignments ahead of the party primaries gather momentum.
With the slogan “Kònge iré — L’Ọyọ́ ò ṣe 2027,” his camp emphasizes a vision of continuity, stability, and progress for Oyo State.
As the political landscape gradually unfolds, all eyes will be on the PDP Secretariat in Ibadan tomorrow, where Amb. Arapaja is expected to formally unveil his ambition and set the tone for what promises to be a keenly contested governorship race.
