Ogun State All Progressives Congress governorship candidate Senator Solomon Adeola, known as Yayi, said the late veteran actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly called Ogogo, would have been appointed his Special Adviser on Tourism and Culture had he won the 2027 governorship election. According to Punch, Adeola disclosed this during a condolence visit on Tuesday following the actor's death, paying tribute to the late Nollywood figure and revealing the role he had planned for him in his prospective administration.

Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Ogun State, Nigeria, has pledged to immortalise the late Ogogo if elected in the state's governorship race. According to Tribune Online, Adeola made the promise as part of his campaign ahead of the election. The blurb does not provide further details on how he intends to honour the late figure or the circumstances of Ogogo's death.

The Ogun West Progressive Unity Forum (OWPUF) has endorsed Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola's governorship bid for 2027, countering claims of division within the senatorial district regarding his aspirations. The group asserted that the district remains united in its political goals, despite reports of opposition to Adeola's candidacy.

According to a group, Senator Solomon Adeola's (Yayi) empowerment programmes and projects have significantly increased his popularity, positioning him as a strong candidate for the Ogun State Governorship. The initiatives have garnered widespread support among the populace.

Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) senatorial candidate for Oyo Central Senatorial District, has endorsed Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde's potential presidential bid ahead of the 2027 general elections. According to Tribune Online, Ajadi praised Makinde's 'Reset Nigeria' agenda while declaring his support. The endorsement adds to early political manoeuvring and alignments among Nigerian politicians and parties as stakeholders begin positioning themselves for the 2027 polls.

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress has provided cash empowerment to 50 women in Ogun State while rallying grassroots support for Senator Solomon Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, ahead of the 2027 governorship election. According to Punch, the initiative combined financial assistance to the beneficiaries with political mobilisation for the senator's anticipated gubernatorial bid.