The leading gubernatorial aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State, Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, on Thursday held a media engagement at the Omituntun House, where he outlined his vision for the state and shared insights into his personal, business, and political journey.
The interactive session, which had in attendance journalists from various media organisations, provided a platform for Ajadi to speak extensively on his background as an entrepreneur, his foray into politics, and his aspiration to lead Oyo State.
Responding to questions, Ajadi traced his political evolution and expressed a strong desire to contribute meaningfully to governance, not just in Oyo State but across Nigeria. He noted that his decision to return to his roots and contest for the governorship seat was driven by a conviction to serve and help reposition the state for sustainable growth.
While acknowledging the strides recorded by the incumbent governor, Seyi Makinde, Ajadi commended the administration’s developmental efforts, describing them as a foundation upon which greater progress can be built.
Speaking on his plans, the aspirant emphasised that his vast experience as a business leader managing over a thousand employees would be brought to bear in governance if elected. He highlighted education as a top priority, proposing a comprehensive reform that would not only improve learning conditions but also integrate practical skills acquisition through a “read and learn a skill” initiative aimed at preparing students for self-reliance.
Ajadi further stressed his commitment to inclusive governance, revealing plans to allocate at least 40 percent of cabinet positions to women, alongside deliberate policies to empower youths and promote equal opportunities.
He added that his administration would focus on economic expansion, job creation, and strengthening institutional frameworks to enhance service delivery across the state.
Reaffirming his readiness for the task ahead, Ajadi maintained that he possesses the competence, experience, and vision required to lead Oyo State into a new era of development.
The media engagement ended on an optimistic note, with the aspirant reiterating his commitment to people-oriented governance and calling for continued support from party stakeholders and the electorate.
