A former deputy governor of Osun State, Iyiola Omisore, has announced his intention to contest the 2026 governorship election on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The announcement was made on Saturday through his official social media handle. Omisore stated that his formal declaration will take place on October 7, 2025, at the APC secretariat in Osogbo, the state capital, under the theme “Fix the Broken, Restore Our Dreams.”
According to Omisore, his mission is to restore hope, strengthen governance, and deliver a brighter future for the people of Osun. He invited the public to join him on this journey, describing it as a collective effort. The announcement marks Omisore’s latest attempt to secure the governorship seat in Osun State, having previously contested the 2014 governorship election on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) before defecting to the APC.
Omisore’s decision to run for office is significant, given his history in Osun State politics. With the 2026 election approaching, he is expected to emerge as one of the leading aspirants vying for the APC’s governorship ticket. The formal declaration event on October 7 is likely to be closely watched, as it will mark the official beginning of Omisore’s campaign.
The Osun State governorship election is expected to be highly competitive, with several aspirants already indicating their interest in running for office. Omisore’s experience and familiarity with the state’s politics may give him an edge, but he will still face significant competition from other contenders. As the election season heats up, the people of Osun State will be watching closely to see how the various aspirants present their vision for the state’s future.
Omisore’s campaign theme, “Fix the Broken, Restore Our Dreams,” suggests that he will focus on addressing the state’s challenges and restoring the public’s trust in government. The success of his campaign will depend on his ability to convince the electorate that he has the vision and leadership skills to move the state forward. With the formal declaration event just around the corner, Omisore is set to embark on a critical journey that will determine his political future and the future of Osun State.
