Yayi Challenges Critics Over Ogun Origin, Declares: ‘I’m Candidate to Beat’

THISDAYLIVE | 07-10-2026 05:52am |

The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the 2027 Ogun State governorship election, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, has challenged those questioning his origin to investigate his family history, insisting that he is from Ogun State and declaring himself 'the candidate to beat.' Speaking at a media parley in Lagos, Adeola dismissed allegations that he was sacked by The Guardian newspaper, stating that he resigned. He also rejected claims that he improperly changed his name, saying the change was duly advertised and communicated to the newspaper. He urged journalists to investigate the allegations rather than rely on claims circulated by political opponents.

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