The quest for transformative leadership in Oyo State has gained significant momentum on Monday as the Saheed Oladele Support Foundation (SOSF) officially inaugurated its team ahead of the Oyo State 2027 gubernatorial election.
Over 40 respected technocrats and political stakeholders were in attendance to lend their voice and support to the movement led by Chief Saheed Oladele, the Baámẹ̀kọ́ of Ibadanland and Àmúyangàn Ilẹ̀ Oòduà, whose growing popularity is redefining the political landscape of the state.
In his heartfelt welcome address, Chief Oladele shared the moment that led to his decision to heed the call to public service:
“Some elders in Oyo State reached out to me at different times to run for governorship,” he said. “I kept turning them down until I asked myself one day — why do I keep declining? Why sit on the fence when I know I can help lead the change I’ve always advocated and practised? That was the day I knew I had to rise to the task.”
The Saheed Oladele Support Foundation was birthed out of a desire to rally men and women of conscience and competence to create a united, prosperous and people-first Oyo State. With members across the state, Nigeria and diaspora, SOSF is a vision-driven people’s movement anchored on IREDE – Integrity, Responsibility, Equity, Development and Empowerment.
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The event attracted an esteemed cohort of voices.
Dr Bisi Akin-Alabi, former Special Adviser to Former Governor Abiola Ajimobi on Education, called for the intentional mobilisation of first-time voters, stressing their critical role in the 2027 election.
Pastor Olusola Fola Adejumo, Retired Director at the Oyo State Ministry of Lands, called for the development of a governance blueprint that outlives electoral cycles and encouraged Baámẹ̀kọ́ to remain faithful to God.
Dr Tirmisiyu Oladimeji, Vice-President General 1 of the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes, shared a personal testimony:
“I referred at least 15 students to the Erudite Group of Schools because I witnessed consistent excellence in their performance at home and abroad. That’s why I believe in this man.”
Mr Abideen Ladeji, retired director at the Ministry of Urban and Physical Planning, also noted:
“My personal experience as a parent at Erudite convinced me to support Chief Saheed Oladele’s ambition. His passion for quality and results is unmatched.”
Other attendees at the inauguration included Hon. Fasilat Adeshina (an APC grassroots mobiliser at Oluyole LGA who also serves as Special Adviser to the Ekiti State Governor on Grassroots Mobilisation), Dr Mary Odedare (NAPPS Oyo State President), Pastor Feyisetan Akintayo (President, Grassroots Pastors Mobilisation of Nigeria), Chief Mrs Adeola Adegbola (APC Women Leader, Ido LGA and Coordinating Women Leader Oyo South Senatorial District), Deacon Ademola Alabi (former Manager, Ilaji Hotels and Sports Resort), Mr Yunus Fasasi (Ogbomoso South APC Youth Leader), Hon. Babatunde Abiola (former Oyo State N-Power Coordinator), Comrade Taiwo Olawuyi (President, Ibarapa Youth Forum), Prince Dr Ayo Sanda Ladigbolu, among others.
“IREDE is not just a slogan,” Chief Saheed Oladele affirmed, “It is God’s own project.”
