By John Dike, Osogbo
A former National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Senator Iyiola Omisore has formally declared his intention to contest the coming governorship election in Osun State.
He made the declaration at the APC state secretariat in Osogbo, where a large crowd of supporters and party members gathered in solidarity.
Omisore, a former Deputy Governor of the state in the Bisi Akande administration, urged party loyalists and supporters to vote en masse for the APC in the upcoming governorship election scheduled for August 8, 2026.
He said, “The only way to move Osun forward is for everyone to vote APC en masse come August 8, 2026.”
To him, the event was a demonstration of the strength and preparedness of the party’s grassroots structure ahead of the party primaries and the general election.
His words, “This gathering reflects the readiness of core APC members from across the state. It shows how prepared we are to ensure that I emerge as the party’s candidate by God’s grace in December, and it strengthens the confidence of the people in the incoming APC-led government.”
Omisore expressed confidence in securing the party’s ticket, adding that internal mobilization efforts have been strong and widespread.
“APC’s chances in 2026 are 100 percent. These are not just supporters from the streets — these are committed party volunteers from every part of the state. This is internal politics, and it’s part of our preparation for the primaries.
“If the primaries were held today, I would win over 90 percent of the votes. By God’s grace, I will emerge as the candidate and lead APC to victory come next August.”
Also, he stressed the need for responsible leadership in Osun, stating: “People are expecting mature and visionary governance — not entertainment.
“They want meaningful improvements in education, agriculture, rural development, infrastructure, capital growth, and impartial policies.
“Governance is not a dancing matter — it is a serious business for serious-minded people.”
Also speaking at the event, APC chieftain Hon. Ajibola Famurewa said members present were drawn from all wards across the state and had unanimously called on Omisore to enter the race.
“These are the true foot soldiers of the party who asked Senator Omisore to run. With their support, we are confident he will emerge as our candidate. As a former deputy governor, he is the most experienced among the aspirants and has what it takes to lead the APC to victory,” Famurewa said
