2027: Another Oyo APC Guber Aspirant, Saheed Oladele, Resigns From Party

A gubernatorial aspirant under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State ahead of the 2027 elections, Chief Saheed Oladele, has resigned from the party.

Oladele, who hails from Ibadan North Local Government Area, announced his departure on Saturday in Ibadan, the state capital.

He confirmed that he had submitted his resignation letter to the APC chairman in Ward 4, Ibadan North LGA, adding that he intends to serve as a bridge between the older and younger generations in politics.

Oladele noted that he had contributed significantly to the party’s growth but lamented that recent developments suggest the APC is unwilling to allow young people meaningful participation in decision-making processes.

In his resignation letter, he wrote, “I write to formally tender my resignation from the All Progressives Congress (APC), a party I have loved, believed in, and diligently served since its inception.

“My journey within the party has been one of commitment, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication to its ideals. As a gubernatorial aspirant,

“I worked tirelessly, not just in pursuit of personal ambition, but in fostering unity, strengthening structures, and building bridges across different interests within our great party. My footprints in promoting cohesion and harmony remain evident in the many efforts made to bring stakeholders together under a shared vision of progress for Oyo State.

“However, recent developments and party positions have made it increasingly clear that, within Oyo State, the APC is not yet prepared to give young people a seat at the decision-making table, but rather prefers to engage them as instruments without corresponding influence. This reality stands in contrast to the values I hold and the future I envision for our people.”

According to reports, Oladele’s resignation comes just days after another APC governorship aspirant, Kunle Olatunji of Ona Ara Local Government Area, also left the party to join the Action Democratic Congress (ADC).