Osun Leaders Target 1.5 Million Votes for Tinubu in 2027 Election
Osun State leaders Tompolo, Adeleke and Oyetola set a target of at least 1.5 million votes for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 election
In Brief
- •Osun State leaders Tompolo, Adeleke and Oyetola set a target of at least 1.5 million votes for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 election
- •The target was announced during the inauguration of the PBAT Door‑to‑Door Movement’s state and local government structures in Osogbo
- •Osun has 2,339,233 registered voters, with 1,906,390 holding Permanent Voter Cards
- •Tompolo donated 30 vehicles and campaign materials to support the effort
- •The coalition aims to secure 90 % of votes cast in Osun for Tinubu
Why It Matters
The mobilization effort reflects a concerted attempt by key Osun political figures to consolidate support for President Tinubu ahead of the 2027 presidential election. By targeting 1.5 million votes—over half of the state’s registered electorate—the coalition seeks to create a decisive bloc that could influence the national vote tally. Cross‑party cooperation and substantial logistical support, such as the donation of 30 vehicles, underscore the strategic importance of Osun as a swing region in southwestern Nigeria.
Key Details
- Target Votes
- 1.5 million
- Registered Voters
- 2,339,233
- Permanent Voter Cards
- 1,906,390
- Vehicles Donated
- 30
- Announcement Date
- 2026-10-31
- Movement
- PBAT Door‑to‑Door Movement
Context & Background
Osun State, located in southwestern Nigeria, is a key political battleground in the 2027 presidential election. President Bola Tinubu, a Yoruba leader, has been the focus of a coordinated campaign by local politicians to secure a substantial vote share in the state.
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