The Ogun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has unveiled Mrs Kudirat Adegunwa-Balogun as the deputy governorship candidate for the 2027 election and running mate to the party’s governorship candidate, Senator Solomon Adeola, popularly known as Yayi.
Newsextra24 reports that the announcement was made on Sunday by Governor Dapo Abiodun during a strategic caucus meeting of the party held at its secretariat in Abeokuta.
According to the governor, the decision followed consultations with party leaders and stakeholders across the state.
Adegunwa-Balogun, a chartered accountant and daughter of businessman Adebola Adegunwa, emerged after the deputy governorship position was allocated to Ogun East Senatorial District and later narrowed to Ijebu Central Federal Constituency.
The 51-year-old currently serves as Chief Financial Officer and Executive Director of Finance and Administration at Rite Foods Limited.
Her selection is expected to strengthen the party’s appeal among professionals, women and voters in Ogun East ahead of the election.
While presenting her to party members, Abiodun praised APC leaders and members for maintaining unity during the recently concluded primary elections.
He said the party was able to produce candidates for various elective positions without major disagreements or internal crises.
The governor stated that the peaceful conduct of the governorship primary paved the way for smooth senatorial, House of Representatives and House of Assembly primaries across the state.
He also commended aspirants who stepped down for the sake of party unity, saying their actions helped keep the party stable and prepared for future elections.
Abiodun added that national leaders of the APC had commended the Ogun chapter for avoiding factional disputes, court cases and internal conflicts during the process.
The governor explained that the decision to pick the deputy governorship candidate from Ogun East was based on fairness and balance, considering that the governorship candidate comes from Ogun West.
He said extensive consultations were held before Adegunwa-Balogun was selected and presented to the party for ratification.
