In a fresh twist to the 2027 Ogun State governorship race, Dr. Biodun Collins Ogundipe, a Canadian-based aerospace engineer and artificial intelligence (AI) expert, has officially launched his campaign, aiming to lead his home state into a new era of innovation and development.
Dr. Ogundipe, who will be contesting under the African Democratic Congress (ADC) platform, made his intentions public at a well-attended press briefing in Abeokuta. Highlighting his strong technical background, he emphasised that his experience in engineering, ICT, and AI uniquely positions him to address many of the challenges facing Ogun State, especially for its youth.
Vision and Priorities
In his announcement, Ogundipe stressed that:
There is a disconnect between the government and the people in many local communities across Ogun State, and bridging that gap is crucial.
He intends to leverage technology and innovation to create jobs and opportunities, particularly for young people struggling with unemployment and disengagement.
If elected, he plans to use ICT and AI to promote skill development, job creation, and technology-driven industries that can keep youth productively engaged.
He also highlighted plans to improve pension payments and social welfare support for retirees, promising swift action within six months of taking office.
Political Dynamics
Dr. Ogundipe believes the contest will largely be between the ADC and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), as he perceives the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to be disorganised and unable to mount an effective challenge.
His entry adds a technocratic and innovation-focused narrative to the campaign, offering voters an alternative to traditional political candidates and a platform centred on skills, modern technology, and youth empowerment.
What This Means for Ogun
Ogundipe’s candidacy reflects a growing trend where professionals from science and technology backgrounds are entering politics, bringing with them fresh perspectives on governance and development. Whether this resonates widely with Ogun’s electorate—especially young voters looking for change—will be a key storyline as the 2027 election draws closer
follow and share your views on this and other articles
This is a good introduction to Ogun State politics.
ReplyDeleteThis comment has been removed by the author.
Delete