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Oluwole Oke Describes APC Governorship Ticket in Osun as “Hot Cake” Ahead of 2026 Election




As political activity intensifies in Osun State ahead of the 2026 gubernatorial election, The lawmaker, who represents Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, and chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Hon. Oluwole Oke, has described the party’s governorship ticket as “a hot cake,” signaling growing interest and competition within the ruling party.



The seasoned lawmaker stressed that the party’s increasing popularity in the state has made its ticket highly sought after by aspirants.
“The APC ticket in Osun is now a hot cake. Everybody wants it. And that’s because the people are beginning to see the difference. They are looking towards a government that can deliver, and APC is positioning itself to do just that,” Oke stated.


Political observers see Oke’s public statement as part of a broader realignment of political forces in Osun, where opposition figures and internal party actors are maneuvering for strategic advantage ahead of the 2026 race. The competition is expected to be intense, especially within the APC, which now boasts a larger tent following recent high-profile defections.


Insiders suggest that the APC is preparing for a crowded field of aspirants as the party seeks to consolidate its gains and challenge the PDP-led state administration in what could become a fiercely contested gubernatorial election.


Hon. Wole Oke's comments are widely interpreted as signaling support for an assertive, grassroots-driven strategy by the APC to reclaim control of the state government.


The Osun governorship election is slated for mid-2026, but political consultations, realignments, and shadow campaigns have already begun to shape the terrain. With defections, endorsements, and alliances emerging steadily, the race is gaining momentum faster than anticipated.


For now, all eyes remain on the APC as it navigates internal dynamics and prepares to present a formidable candidate capable of unseating the incumbent.

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