The gubernatorial candidate reportedly backed by Seyi Makinde, former Commissioner for Finance, Bimbo Adekanmbi, has paid a strategic visit to the Okanlomo Oodua and Bada Olubadan of Ibadanland, Jubril Dotun Sanusi, in a move widely perceived as part of ongoing political consultations ahead of the 2027 governorship race in Oyo State.
Hon. Adekanmbi, during the visit, sought the support and political cooperation of Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi, whose influence across grassroots structures and socio-political circles in Oyo State continues to gain momentum.
The former Finance Commissioner was accompanied by the Executive Chairman of Ona Ara Local Government, Temitope Kolapo GLORIOUS, who described the meeting as fruitful and progressive towards the future development and political stability of Oyo State.
Sources at the meeting disclosed that discussions centered on leadership, development, grassroots mobilization, and the need for experienced and people-oriented governance capable of sustaining the pace of growth across the state.
Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi appreciated the visit and reaffirmed his continued commitment to the progress, peace, and development of Oyo State, while emphasizing the importance of unity among progressive-minded leaders for the advancement of the people.
The high-level engagement has continued to generate reactions within political circles, with many observers describing it as a significant development in the build-up to the 2027 gubernatorial contest in Oyo State.
