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Oyo 2027: Leadership Requires Blend Of Conscience, Competence, Global Mindset -Kareem As political activities ahead of the 2027 governorship election gather momentum in Oyo State, an academic turned-politician, Dr Adewale Kolapo Kareem, has stepped forward with a governance vision he describes as “evidence-based” and “solution-driven.” The All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain in this interview with OLADIPUPO AWOJOBI spoke on his ambition to lead the state, outlining his priorities across education, economic development, healthcare, and security, while positioning his academic background and global exposure as key assets in redefining governance and restoring the state’s “Pacesetter” status. What motivated your transition from the academia into politics? I don’t view this as a ‘transition’ in the sense of abandonment, but rather as an ‘application’ of expertise. Politics is the ultimate department of human affairs; it dictates the quality of our...

Oyo 2027: Amid Eid Celebrations, AKK Reaffirms Child Benefit Payments for Oyo Families. Our Realistic Tomorrow: On Policy, Scrutiny, and the Future of Education. By Dr. Adewale Kolapo Kareem (AKK). As we mark the joyous occasion of Eid al-Fitr, I extend my warmest greetings to the Muslim Ummah across Oyo State and beyond. May this season of sacrifice, reflection, and gratitude bring peace, renewed hope, and abundant blessings to every home. Eid reminds us of compassion, responsibility, and the collective duty to uplift one another, values that must also reflect in our governance and public policies. One of the most profound beauties of the democracy we practice is the sacred space it provides for every citizen to express opinions and interrogate public affairs without fear or favour. This freedom of expression is the bedrock upon which my aspiration to serve is built. I have always maintained that the people not only have the right but also the responsibility to...

My focus to develop Oyo State is absolute — 2027 APC Guber Hopeful Dr Adewale Kolapo Kareem Busola Oworu March 18, 2026 Adewale Kolapo Kareem Dr Adewale Kolapo Kareem is an educator, philanthropist and a governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC). In this interview with BUSOLA OWORU, he speaks on his political journey, governorship ambition, and the dreams he has for Oyo State. Excerpts: What motivated your transition from academia into politics? I don’t view this as a “transition” in the sense of abandonment, but rather as an “application” of expertise. Politics is the ultimate department of human affairs; it dictates the quality of our collective life. As an academic and researcher, I have spent years studying systems, patterns, and solutions. My research has consistently shown that for a society to thrive, it must be led by those who have been tested and have succeeded in rigorous, decent and evidence-based environments. I am br...

Oke-Ogun and the Long Road to Producing a Governor ~ Bola K. Fasasi The greatest obstacle to the emergence of a governor from Oke-Ogun may not lie outside the region. It lies within. For decades, conversations about political marginalization have echoed across our towns and communities. Many people believe Oke-Ogun has been denied its rightful place in the political hierarchy. While there may be elements of truth in that sentiment, an honest reflection forces us to confront a deeper and more uncomfortable reality: Oke-Ogun itself has often undermined its own chances. A community’s political strength depends not only on numbers but also on unity, strategy, and long-term investment. Unfortunately, these are the very areas where Oke-Ogun has frequently fallen short. Instead of presenting a united front, we are often divided by personal ambition, local rivalries, and political short-sightedness. Too many individuals are willing to sacrifice the region’s colle...

Oyo 2027: why we must put party ahead of our aspiration - Dr Kareem  By Yinka Adeniran, Ibadan  A leading aspirant for the governorship ticket of the All Progressives Congress in Oyo State, Dr Adewale Kareem popularly called AKK has urged his other colleagues in the same pursuit to ensure that the interest of the party overrides their individual political ambitions. He said the recent successful conduct of the congresses as well as peaceful inauguration of party chairmen at the local government level is an indication of readiness of the APC to take over the Agodi Government House, Ibadan in the next general election. While noting that the bright chance of the party must not be sacrificed on the altar of disunity, the party Chieftain maintained that the success of the congresses is a watershed moment that signals a definitive transition from internal consolidation to external readiness.  The guber aspirant commended the Congress planning...

Like The Oyewoles Like The Mustaphas: The Story of Saki's Most Popular Identical Twins  The ancient town of Abeokuta is central to the theme of this piece not only because the identical and scholarly Oyewoles are from the town but also because I served as a youth corper in Abeokuta Grammar School in late 1986 through the early part of 1987. Aside,the duo of Mustaphas have Abeokuta as their ancestral home. In addition, Abeokuta is also famous for producing some of the world's best like the Nobel laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, whose mother is Egba,two-time President of Nigeria, the wily and Owu-born Olusegun Obasanjo, Afro-beat maestro , legendary Abami-Eda, Fela Anikulapo, late frontline billionaire publisher and politician who paved way for the current Nigerian democratic governance,Chief M. K. O. Abiola, the Interim National Government leader controversial Earnest Shonekan and apala legendary performer Ayinla Omowura . Other several ar...