…as supporters dismiss stepping-down rumours, reaffirm commitment to his ambition
The campaign team and mobilization arm for Benedict Olugboyega Alabi, known as the BOA Support Group, has strongly refuted circulating claims that His Excellency, Benedict Olugboyega Alabi, has stepped down from the Osun State governorship race.
In a statement issued to the press, the group described the reports as false, misleading, and the handiwork of political detractors. They dismissed the rumour that BOA had received a call from the Honourable Minister and former Governor of Osun State, His Excellency, Gov. Isiaka Adegboyega Oyetola, instructing him to step aside for another aspirant.
The group urged party members, supporters, and the general public to disregard such fabrications, stressing that Benedict Olugboyega Alabi (BOA) remains committed to his political ambition. They emphasized that no directive or discussion to withdraw from the contest had taken place between BOA and Gov. Oyetola.
According to the BOA Support Group, the only reason His Excellency Benedict Olugboyega Alabi has not officially declared his ambition is out of respect for his former boss, His Excellency Isiaka Adegboyega Oyetola. They explained that BOA wanted to give Gov. Oyetola absolute respect and the opportunity to clarify his own position on whether he intended to recontest for the governorship seat.
They recalled that a few weeks ago, Gov. Oyetola publicly addressed party leaders and members, confirming that he would not be seeking another term as Governor of Osun State. During that meeting, the Honourable Minister extended his goodwill to all aspirants in the race, without endorsing or asking any candidate to withdraw.
With Gov. Oyetola’s position now clear, the group reaffirmed that Benedict Olugboyega Alabi remains fully in the race and is determined to pursue his governorship ambition. They assured supporters that BOA will formally declare his intention to contest at the appropriate time.
The statement concluded with a message of confidence, declaring that Benedict Olugboyega Alabi (BOA) is poised to emerge victorious in the 2026 Osun State gubernatorial election and will bring purposeful leadership to the state.
