A former spokesperson for former governor Oyetola has criticized President Tinubu’s target of securing 1.5 million votes in Osun State during the next election as unrealistic. The spokesperson, who spoke to, stated that the figure is not aligned with current polling trends and voter sentiment in the state.
The target was set by Tinubu’s campaign team as part of a broader strategy to consolidate support in key states ahead of the 2027 elections. However, the former spokesperson argued that the number is inflated and does not reflect the actual political landscape or voter preferences in Osun.
Osun State has historically been a stronghold for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), with Tinubu’s party having won the state in previous elections. However, recent surveys suggest a growing divide among voters, with some shifting support to opposition parties due to economic concerns and policy disagreements. The former spokesperson emphasized that the 1.5m target would be difficult to achieve given these dynamics.
The criticism comes amid heightened political activity in the state, with multiple candidates vying for attention and support. Tinubu’s campaign has been focusing on economic recovery and infrastructure development as key selling points, but the former spokesperson noted that these messages may not resonate as strongly as previously anticipated.
The situation highlights the challenges faced by political campaigns in accurately gauging voter expectations and setting realistic targets. As the election cycle progresses, the accuracy of such projections will be closely watched by analysts and political observers.
