APC National Secretary, Ajibola Basiru Drops Governorship Ambition
APC National Secretary, Ajibola Basiru Drops Governorship Ambition
In a surprising political twist, the National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Ajibola Basiru, has reportedly withdrawn from the race for the 2026 Osun State governorship election.
Basiru, a former Senate spokesperson and influential figure within the ruling party, had been widely speculated as one of the top contenders for the APC ticket. His decision to pull out has now reshaped the political conversation within the party and the state at large.
Sources close to the APC Secretariat suggest that Basiru stepped back due to internal party calculations and the need to maintain stability ahead of crucial political transitions. Others hint that the decision might be connected to ongoing power realignments within the Osun APC as the party works to present a united front in the next election cycle.
Implications for Osun Politics
Basiru’s withdrawal leaves a significant vacuum in the race, as he was considered one of the strongest aspirants with both grassroots presence and national influence. Political observers believe his exit could open the field for new contenders or strengthen the chances of other established aspirants already positioning themselves for the governorship ticket.
While he has yet to publicly detail his next political move, insiders say he may be focusing on consolidating his position at the national level of the APC, especially as the party prepares for upcoming national strategic engagements.
As the political landscape continues to shift, Osun State residents and APC loyalists will be watching closely to see how this decision reshapes the party’s plans ahead of the governorship election.
