Declaring his intention at a colourful ceremony held at the football pitch of the Divisional Police Headquarters, Yemetu, in Ibadan, Senator Alli emphasized that the people of Oyo State are presently yearning for a better change.
According to the APC governorship aspirant, ” the only way to exit the Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP) in Oyo State in 2027 is to form a formidable team.
” My dear people of Oyo State, distinguished leaders, revered elders, energetic youth, resilient women, committed party faithful, and proud citizens of our great state, the Pacesetter State. I stand before you today with a heart full of gratitude, a spirit lifted by hope, and a resolve anchored in service”, he said.
Senator Alli added, ” Today is not merely a date on the calendar, today is a turning point and declaration of purpose. A new dawn is here, a call to service’.
“The people of Oyo state are desirous of change. The only alternative is the All Progressives Congress, (APC).We must start the campaign at our various units. We must close ranks. We must go to the 2027 general elections as a formidable”
Senator Alli said further ” Let us rise together. Let us work together. Let us build together.Let us choose hope over fear. Progress over stagnation. Unity over division. And with your support, with your prayers, and with the grace of Almighty God, we will write a new chapter. We will build a greater Oyo State. We will move forward together”.
He stressed “After listening patiently to the voices of our people; after consulting widely with our leaders and stakeholders, traditional rulers and citizens across every zone of our beloved state, I stand before you to declare boldly, clearly and without hesitation my intention – to contest for the office of Governor of Oyo State in the upcoming 2027 general election”.
According to him, ” this is not about ambition alone, it is about responsibility, It is about service, It is about the future and prosperity of the good people of Oyo state”.
Senator Alli maintained that his journey in public service has never been about titles but an unrepentant quest for impact and progress, adding, “My vision is clear: To build an Oyo State that is prosperous, secure and inclusive -where no one is left behind. This vision rests on pillars that will define our path”.
Lamenting the current state of education in Oyo state( as released by various assessments body), he said “Education is not merely the transfer of knowledge, but the transformation of minds. We must build schools that are hubs of innovation, not just classrooms where dreams die”.
“As the Chinese philosopher Confucius advised: “If your plan is for one year, plant rice. If your plan is for ten years, plant trees. If your plan is for one hundred years, educate children.” We must plan not just for our tenure, but for generations yet unborn”.
The APC governorship aspirant then lauded President Bola Tinubu for changing Nigeria’s narratives to that of renewed hope and greater tomorrow, saying, “your courage in reforming Nigeria inspires us to be bold in Oyo”.
” To our leader, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, your courage in reforming Nigeria inspires us to be bold in Oyo. We will carry the banner of “Progress” with pride and integrity.
” I wish to place on record that I remain committed to the progressive values and committed to the public good. God bless you, Mr President for changing our country’s narratives to that of renewed hope and greater tomorrow”.
