Adebutu Applauds Ruling Reinstating Him On Ogun Guber List

Ladi Adebutu, the Ogun State governorship candidate for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has applauded a Federal High Court ruling ordering the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to add his name back to the list of contenders for the 2027 election within a day.

Adebutu said that the decision had restored trust in the judiciary and was a triumph for democratic values and the rule of law.

The former lawmaker said in a statement on his official X handle that the court’s ruling was a significant step in settling the disagreement over his name being left off of INEC’s published list.

“The Federal High Court, presided over by Justice Peter Lifu, has ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to restore my name to the list of candidates for the 2027 Ogun State governorship election within 24 hours,” he said.

“From the moment my name was omitted from INEC’s published list, I maintained that the facts surrounding my PDP membership, registration and the process that produced me as the party’s governorship candidate were clear.

Additionally, he praised the judiciary, emphasizing that democratic institutions must continue to be independent and dedicated to enforcing the law regardless of political agendas.

Adebutu expressed gratitude to the Ogun State chapter and its supporters, as well as the PDP national leadership, especially National Leader Nyesom Wike and National Chairman Abdulrahman Mohammed, for their support throughout the legal battle.

According to the PDP candidate, the decision won’t stop him from interacting with locals and offering solutions to the state’s problems.

“Our focus remains on engaging the people of Ogun State, presenting credible solutions to the challenges confronting our communities and building a future defined by opportunity, accountability and inclusive development,” he said.

Adebutu added that his campaign slogan, “OGUN FOR OGUN”, represented his commitment to placing the interests of Ogun residents first.

This is victory at last. Congratulations on this hard-fought win, and we wish you every success in your political pursuit.