Kwara 2027: Ekiti LG Groups Push for Bolarinwa’s Candidacy
The Ekiti Progressive Forum and BOB Progressive Movement in Ekiti local government have joined others to implore former Kwara APC Chairman, Hon Bashir Omolaja Bolarinwa, PhD to join Kwara 2027 governorship race.
These groups in separate statements made available to newsmen during the weekend described the former House of Representatives Member as the right man with capacity to spread development across the state.
BOB Progressive Movement, Ekiti LG Chapter in a statement signed by the Chairman, Hon. Samson Ajayi and other representatives from all the wards said Bolarinwa has earned public trust through consistency and truthfulness.
Signatories to BOB Progressive Movement’s statement include; Hon. Samson Ajayi (Chairman/Obbo Aiyegunle Ward 1), Faseyi Debo (Obbo Aiyegunle Phase 2),Yemi Afolayan (Okeopin/Etan) Mr. Lare Raji (Eruku), Williams Jimoh Afolayan (Opin), Pastor Clement Ajewole (Obboile), Aiyeloja Luke (Secretary-Koro), Segun Daramola (Osi Ward 2), Amidu Kareem (Osi Ward 1) and Seyi Anifaoloja (Isapa)
According to them, leadership takes many paths. Some leaders divide, others unite; some rule with force, others lead with care. Among those who lead with sincerity and integrity stands Hon. Bashir Omolaja Bolarinwa, PhD. Over the years, he has earned trust through consistency and truthfulness, not noise or inducement. Our support is voluntary and deliberate, drawn from men and women of diverse professional backgrounds who believe in his sincerity and sense of purpose.
“As the moment draws nearer for Kwarans to decide their next direction, we respectfully call on this respected social figure—one who has served with distinction at both executive and national legislative levels—to step forward and offer himself for the responsibility of governing Kwara State. The times demand a steady hand and a listening heart, and we believe he understands the pulse of the people.” They added
While Ekiti Progressive Forum hinged their support for Hon Bashir Bolarinwa on his track record, leadership capacity and outstanding contributions to governance and party development within and outside the state.
Ekiti Progressive Forum (EPF) statement was signed by m Hakeem Abdullahi (Coordinator), Mrs Toyin Jimoh (Obbo-Ile),Haruna Abdulkareem ( Osi ll), Abiodun Aina, (Obbo- Ile), Ajewole Ramat(OsiI), Akindele Aina (Eruku) and Afolayan Matthew (Opin).
EPF said: “Hon. Bolarinwa’s track record across multiple levels of governance clearly distinguishes him as a capable and credible leader. His political experience which began from the grassroots to the national level and his records of performance make him stand out.”
In addition to political experience, Hon. Bolarinwa’s intellectual depth supported by strong academic credentials, positions him to address modern governance challenges with clarity, foresight, and inclusiveness. His capacity for reconciliation, team leadership, and stakeholder engagement previously exhibited is particularly vital at a time when Kwara State requires unity-driven and people-centred leadership.
The Ekiti Progressive Forum firmly believes that Hon. Bashir Omolaja Bolarinwa possesses the vision, experience, and political maturity required to lead Kwara State to greater heights.