Federal lawmaker, Senator AbdulFatai Buhari, has declared his intention to contest in the 2027 governorship election in Oyo State.
ThemomentNG understands that Senator Buhari made his decision official on Sunday.
Buhari is currently a lawmaker representing Oyo North and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Land Transport.
The three-term lawmaker will be contesting on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Addressing journalists in Ibadan, Buhari revealed that he will not be seeking a fourth term in the Senate.
He said it was time for the people of the state to prioritize competence, proven records, and delivery capacity over zoning or sectional sentiments, saying:
“I have said that I’m no longer interested in the Senate seat again because I also want to take a shot at the governorship. I am not desperate; I leave it to God, and I am looking unto God to do it for me.
“I want the people of Oyo State to look beyond where a candidate comes from and focus on performance, competence, experience, and the ability to take our state to greater heights,” Buhari said.
