The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Federal Roads Maintenance Agency, Hon. Aderemi Oseni, has expressed confidence that the All Progressives Congress (APC) will reclaim power from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State come 2027.
Oseni, who represents Ibarapa East/Ido Federal Constituency, stated this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria, stressing that the party had learnt hard lessons from its defeat in the 2023 governorship election and the more recent by-election setback.
“Fundamental mistakes were made, and everyone knows this. We have since returned to the drawing board, and our approach to the 2027 elections will be different. We are committed to working hard and dislodging the ruling PDP,” he said.
The lawmaker noted that rebuilding APC in Oyo was his primary concern, adding that the leadership was working to unite members, strengthen grassroots structures, and reposition the party for victory.
He disclosed that his support platform, the Remi Oseni Committee of Friends, which already boasts over 200,000 members, has begun grassroots mobilisation ahead of the polls.
On his political ambition, Oseni said he was “not overly ambitious” but would accept any higher responsibility if called upon to serve. He stressed, however, that APC’s chances in 2027 would depend largely on fielding credible candidates, wide consultations, and fair zoning arrangements.
Highlighting the need for equity, Oseni pointed out that most governors of Oyo State had emerged from Ibadan in Oyo South Senatorial District, while Oyo Central and Oyo North remained marginalised.
“Why is Ibadan always against zoning the governorship office to Oyo Central or Oyo North? This is one of the questions people have been asking. With understanding among our elders, we can rotate the governorship across all zones. That will also strengthen APC’s chances,” he added.
The lawmaker concluded by urging all APC stakeholders to embrace unity, fairness, and deliberate strategy, noting that only a collective effort could guarantee the party’s rebirth in Oyo and beyond.
