Former Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, has said his decision to contest the 2027 governorship election in Oyo State is driven by the need to deliver purposeful governance, economic transformation and measurable development across the state.
Adelabu made this known during his official declaration to contest the governorship ticket of the All Progressives Congress [APC] at the Obafemi Awolowo Stadium, Liberty, Ibadan, where party faithful and supporters gathered for the event.

The governorship aspirant said Oyo State deserves visionary leadership, competent governance, improved security and prosperity that would impact every household.
According to him, governance must go beyond rhetoric and produce tangible results capable of transforming the state from “potential to prosperity.”

“I am contesting again because I believe Oyo State deserves more. Oyo State deserves visionary leadership, competent governance, economic transformation, security and stability,” Adelabu said.
He added that his experience, exposure, administrative capacity and leadership qualities positioned him to lead the state effectively.

The former minister unveiled what he described as the “Oyo Rebirth Agenda,” a development blueprint focused on economic revival, job creation, agriculture, education, healthcare, infrastructure, youth empowerment and governance reforms.
Adelabu promised to establish industrial and agro-processing hubs across the geopolitical zones of the state, launch a one million jobs initiative, support small businesses with grants and low-interest loans, and promote youth innovation and digital economy opportunities.

He also pledged to strengthen security architecture, improve local government administration, reform the civil service and promote tourism and cultural heritage.
Drawing inspiration from his grandfather, late nationalist and politician, Adegoke Adelabu, Adelabu said his ambition was rooted in a legacy of visionary leadership and progressive politics.

On party unity, he urged leaders and members of the APC to close ranks ahead of the 2027 election, stressing that victory could only be achieved through solidarity and collective commitment.
“This project is bigger than one man. We must unite, work together and build together. There is no victory without solidarity,” he said.

Adelabu described the 2027 election as a defining moment for the future of youths, job creation, healthcare, education and inclusive governance in the state.
He said: “I offer myself not merely as a politician, but as a servant and committed progressive determined to deliver results.”