‘I have my eyes on 2027’ — former CBN deputy governor Tunde Lemo joins Ogun governorship race

Tunde Lemo, the former deputy governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has declared interest in the 2027 governorship election in Ogun state.

In a statement on Wednesday during the All Progressives Congress (APC) ward congresses at Ward 12, Ita-Agemo, Isale-Igbein, Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun, Lemo banker said his ambition stems from a desire to accelerate grassroots development and unlock the state’s vast agricultural potential through effective leadership.

He promised an inclusive administration if given the opportunity and reaffirmed his loyalty to the APC.