Ogundoyin Sets Sights on Oyo’s Top Seat 

Adebo Ogundoyin, the youngest Speaker in the history of Oyo State House of Assembly, has officially declared his candidacy for the 2027 Oyo State governorship election under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). It brings to mind the current belief among historians that young people never stop doing amazing things.

Ogundoyin’s announcement came on March 29, 2026. Following a unanimous endorsement from PDP stakeholders in his home zone of Ibarapaland, it was an announcement that gave credence to the young man’s strong early support.

At 39, Ogundoyin is positioning himself as a representative of youth inclusion, combining legislative experience with a forward-looking development agenda. He unveiled a governance blueprint which emphasises accelerated economic growth, infrastructure expansion, educational improvement, and inclusive governance. The plan also outlines institutional strengthening and strategies to consolidate the gains of Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration.

Ogundoyin has engaged in extensive consultations across Oyo, meeting traditional rulers, party leaders, and grassroots mobilisers in key zones, including Ibarapa, Oke-Ogun, Ogbomoso, and Ibadan’s five local government areas. A high-level meeting at the PDP state secretariat in Oke-Ado, Ibadan, drew influential figures such as Peter Ojedokun, Ademola Ojo, Yemi Taiwo, Moses Ojoawo, Funmilayo Orisadeyi, and Majekodunmi Aborode. These interactions aim to consolidate party structures and ensure coordinated mobilisation ahead of the primaries.

The Oyo State House of Assembly has formally endorsed Ogundoyin’s ambition, pledging statewide support and legislative mobilisation. PDP state Deputy Chairman, Wasiu Adeleke, commended the Speaker for his consistent and strategic engagement across all levels of the party.