Former Commissioner for Health in Ogun State, Dr Iyabo Obasanjo, has dismissed claims that her decision to seek the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship ticket in Ogun State ahead of the 2027 elections was influenced by her father, former President Olusegun Obasanjo.
Senator Obasanjo, who spoke with journalists yesterday at the APC National Secretariat in Abuja, said that her aspiration was driven purely by personal conviction and sustained calls from supporters.
“My father is just another Nigerian who will vote for me. He has not presented any platform for me and has not influenced my decision in any way,” she said.
Obasanjo said that her return to active politics followed years of appeal from Ogun State residents and political associates, many of whom are now members of the APC.
“I have not been in active politics for many years. I am back because the people of Ogun State asked for my return. Most of those I have worked with and had positive experiences with are now in APC, and that informed my choice,” she stated.
