Strengthening the People’s Democratic Party, PDP internal cohesion was top of the agenda when the party’s leading gubernatorial aspirant, Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo met with the prominent Ibadan businessman, Chief Akinade Ismail Fijabi, and his son, Hon. Saheed Akinade Fijabi.
The strategic, closed-door Saturday meeting held at the elder statesman’s residence in Ibadan.
While not disclosing details of the meeting to journalists, Ambassador Ajadi described it as a crucial step toward strengthening PDP internal cohesion ahead the 2027 general elections.
“Our discussion centered on unity, collaboration, and the need to build a formidable structure that will guarantee victory for the PDP in 2027.
“At the centre was the PDP internal cohesion; there is need to work together as one family if we truly desire progress for Oyo State,” he said.
Ajadi further stressed that consultations with influential stakeholders across the state remained a key component of his political strategy, adding that inclusive dialogue would help consolidate support across party lines and communities.
“This is not about individual ambition; it is about collective responsibility. We are engaging leaders, stakeholders, and grassroots actors to ensure that our party remains strong, focused, and people-oriented,” he added.
READ ALSO: Is Primate Ayodele’s Prophecy On PDP Coming To Pass?
READ ALSO: Gov Adeleke Listens To Primate Ayodele, Endorses Tinubu, Remains In PDP (VIDEO)
The Eagle reports that Chief Akinade Ismail Fijabi, widely known as the Agba-Akin of Ibadanland, is a respected figure in business and social circles within the state.
His influence, alongside that of his son, Hon. Saheed Akinade Fijabi, underscores the political significance of the meeting.
Hon. Saheed Fijabi, was a former two-term member of the House of Representatives representing Ibadan North West/South West under the All Progressives Congress (APC).
He recently aligned with the PDP and has remained an active player in the state’s political landscape.
He notably served as chairman of the Oyo State @50 Committee, inaugurated by Governor Seyi Makinde to oversee the state’s golden jubilee celebrations.
Political observers believe the meeting may not be unconnected with ongoing realignments and consultations ahead of the 2027 governorship race in Oyo State, where key actors are already positioning and building alliances.
While neither Chief Fijabi nor his son spoke publicly on the outcome of the meeting, sources within the PDP suggest that such high-level engagements are part of broader efforts to reconcile interests and strengthen the party’s electoral prospects.
As the countdown to 2027 continues, Ajadi’s sustained consultations with influential stakeholders signal an intensifying political landscape in Oyo State, where unity, strategy, and grassroots connection are expected to play decisive roles.
Cami Ezenwa is a writer, editor and concepts developer. He has worked with the Daily Times, Daily Independent, Financial Standard and Business Television, to mention a few.
Committed to grooming the next generation of impactful writers, he is an apostle of free flowing prose.
