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Ogun PDP Leader Announces Bid for Ogun East Senate Seat

A prominent member of the Peoples Democratic Party in Ogun State has formally declared his intention to run for the Ogun East senatorial seat ahead of the 2027 general elections.

By Flourish Egunjobi

1 min read 10 views Updated Aug 28, 2026
A key figure in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State, Giwa Odulana, has officially declared his intention to contest for the Ogun East senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections. 

Odulana made his ambition known as political activities gradually intensify ahead of the next election cycle, signaling growing competition within the state’s political landscape.

The PDP chieftain expressed his readiness to represent the people of Ogun East at the National Assembly, emphasizing his commitment to effective representation and grassroots engagement if elected.

His declaration adds to the increasing number of aspirants positioning themselves for key legislative positions, as parties begin early consultations and alignments ahead of party primaries.

Political observers note that the Ogun East senatorial race is expected to attract significant attention, given the strategic importance of the district and the evolving dynamics within major political parties in the state.

With preparations for the 2027 elections gathering momentum, more declarations are anticipated from aspirants across different parties, further shaping the contest for legislative seats in Ogun State.\

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A prominent member of the Peoples Democratic Party in Ogun State has formally declared his intention to run for the Ogun East senatorial seat ahead of the 2027 general elections. A key figure in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State, Giwa Odulana, has officially declared his intention to contest for the Ogun East senatorial seat in...

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  • A prominent member of the Peoples Democratic Party in Ogun State has formally declared his intention to run for the Ogun East senatorial seat ahead of the 2027 general elections.
  • A key figure in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State, Giwa Odulana, has officially declared his intention to contest for the Ogun East senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections.
  • Odulana made his ambition known as political activities gradually intensify ahead of the next election cycle, signaling growing competition within the state’s political landscape.The PDP chieftain expressed his readiness to represent the people of Ogun East at the National Assembly, emphasizing his commitment to effective representation and grassroots engagement if elected.His declaration adds to the increasing number of aspirants positioning themselves for key legislative positions, as parties begin early consultations and alignments ahead of party primaries.Political observers note that the Ogun East senatorial race is expected to attract significant attention, given the strategic importance of the district and the evolving dynamics within major political parties in the state.With preparations for the 2027 elections gathering momentum, more declarations are anticipated from aspirants across different parties, further shaping the contest for legislative seats in Ogun State.\
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A prominent member of the Peoples Democratic Party in Ogun State has formally declared his intention to run for the Ogun East senatorial seat ahead of the 2027 general elections. A key figure in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State, Giwa Odulana, has officially declared his intention to contest for the Ogun East senatorial seat in...

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April 23, 2026

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