Tunde Babalola, a prominent member of the All Progressives Congress and a concerned stakeholder in Kwara State, has issued a stern warning regarding the 2027 governorship race. He urged the state leadership to refrain from handpicking a successor and instead allow for a transparent, democratic process.
Speaking with deep conviction, the businessman emphasized that imposing a candidate would only create unnecessary friction within the party and alienate loyal members across the state.
According to a video posted on the Official YouTube channel of Channels Television, while addressing the brewing political tension in the region, he stated, “leave the contest open, don’t impose a candidate on us.
Tunde Babalola argued that the people of Kwara deserve the right to choose their leader without any external interference. He insisted that the era of political godfathers making singular decisions for the entire state should be left behind.
The politician further highlighted the historical power shifts within the state, noting that Kwara South has been waiting for its rightful turn to lead. He pointed out that the current governor, who was once a product of consensus himself, should understand the importance of fairness.
Babalola expressed that the southern district boasts highly qualified professionals who are ready to take the reins of power and drive the state toward much better growth.
Beyond the internal party politics, Babalola raised serious concerns regarding the security situation currently affecting many rural communities. He mentioned that the rising cases of abductions and herder clashes have left residents in Kwara South feeling abandoned and vulnerable.
By opening the contest, he believes the party can find a leader with the local roots and genuine passion required to tackle these pressing issues and restore safety for everyone involved.
In his final remarks, the APC chieftain called on the national headquarters in Abuja to keep a close watch on the developments within Kwara. He stressed that the party’s success in the next general election depends heavily on how it manages the transition of power.
Babalola warned that if the process is not seen to be free and fair, the electorate might look toward other candidates who truly represent their shared interests.
