Bola Oyebamiji has emerged as the All-Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate for the 2026 Osun State governorship election, marking a significant development in the state’s political landscape ahead of the next electoral cycle.
Oyebamiji secured the party’s ticket at the APC governorship primary election held in the state, defeating other aspirants to clinch the nomination. Party leaders and delegates described the process as peaceful and transparent, reflecting the APC’s internal democratic process.
The emergence of Oyebamiji positions him as the APC’s flagbearer in what is expected to be a keenly contested election in Osun State. His candidacy is already generating reactions across political circles, with supporters expressing confidence in his ability to return the state to APC control.
Political analysts note that the 2026 Osun governorship election will be pivotal, as major parties intensify preparations and alliances ahead of the polls.
With the primary concluded, the APC is expected to commence full-scale campaign activities, mobilising supporters across the state in a bid to secure victory at the polls.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is expected to release the official timetable for the election as political activities gather momentum statewide.