A two-term member of the House of Representatives, Dada Awoleye, has formally declared his intention to run for the Oyo South Senatorial seat ahead of the 2027 general elections. He made this known in a statement released in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, on Monday. Awoleye hinted at consolidating on Governor Seyi Makinde’s legacy at the senatorial district level with a people-centred agenda. Before his tenure in the National Assembly, he served in the state House of Assembly, building a reputation for accessibility and constituency-focused representation. Awoleye, who is the current chairman of the state Primary Healthcare Board, reaffirmed his commitment to sustained engagement with political leaders, party stalwarts, stakeholders, and grassroots communities across Oyo South Senatorial District.

Source: Punch March 24, 2026 14:51 UTC