Former governorship aspirant backs party but demands fairness after supporters reportedly barred and attacked during candidate selection process.

Senator (Prof.) Iyabo Obasanjo has sharply criticized the Ogun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) over what she described as a flawed and exclusionary consensus process ahead of the 2027 elections.

Her reaction follows the April 13, 2026, Ogun APC Caucus meeting where Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola emerged as the party’s consensus candidate. Although Obasanjo honored her earlier pledge to respect the outcome by stepping down and congratulating Adeola, she raised serious concerns about how the process was conducted.

Obasanjo revealed that several of her supporters were denied access to the meeting venue, while at least two individuals were allegedly assaulted by a party official, leaving them in need of medical attention. She condemned the incidents, stating that they fall far short of the discipline, order, and mutual respect the APC claims to uphold.

The former aspirant also decried what she saw as deliberate marginalization, noting that despite her extensive grassroots consultations and campaign efforts across Ogun State, neither she nor other aspirants received recognition at the meeting. She further pointed out that only individuals from a particular zone were acknowledged, raising concerns about fairness and balance within the party.

She emphasized the role of her supporters and the Iyaniwura Foundation in building momentum for her campaign, expressing disappointment that their contributions were overlooked during such a critical gathering.

Despite her grievances, Obasanjo reaffirmed her loyalty to the APC and her continued support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. She made it clear that she has no intention of leaving the party but remains committed to its unity and success in Ogun State.

However, she urged the party leadership to adopt a more inclusive and transparent approach moving forward, stressing that genuine unity cannot be imposed through consensus alone but must be built on recognition, respect, and active engagement of all stakeholders.