Political writer Ayinla Joseph has questioned the current political direction of former Minister of Power, Bayo Adelabu, particularly amid growing discussions surrounding the 2027 presidential ambitions of Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde.
In an opinion piece, Joseph raised questions about Adelabu’s political relationship with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his alleged links to political activities associated with Makinde’s presidential aspirations.
The writer recalled Adelabu’s political journey following the 2023 elections, including his movement to the Accord Party before his eventual return to the political fold that led to his appointment as a minister under the Tinubu administration.
According to Joseph, questions about Adelabu’s current political position have intensified following developments within the Oyo State political space.
The article particularly points to Ajiboye Sangogade, also known as Boye Nation, whom Joseph describes as an associate of Adelabu. The writer alleges that Sangogade has become involved in activities promoting the political interests of Seyi Makinde and the Accord Party Movement (APM).
Joseph questioned whether Adelabu was aware of those activities and whether they represented his own political position.
The writer also referred to the recent controversy surrounding the All Progressives Congress governorship ticket in Oyo State, which went to Senator Sharafadeen Alli rather than Adelabu.
Joseph argued that the development had contributed to questions about Adelabu’s relationship with the APC and the Tinubu administration.
The opinion piece further alleged that Adelabu had expressed indifference to the possibility of Tinubu losing the 2027 presidential election if he did not secure the political outcome he wanted. However, the claim was presented by the writer without a direct quotation or independent confirmation.
Joseph described the alleged political realignment as a matter of concern for the APC ahead of the 2027 elections, arguing that political loyalty and party commitment could become significant issues as the election approaches.
The writer ultimately criticised what he regarded as conflicting political interests involving Adelabu and his associates, using the expression “the boy who was fed bites the finger” to frame his argument about political loyalty.
The article is an opinion piece and reflects Joseph’s interpretation of recent political developments involving Adelabu, the APC and political actors in Oyo State.
