Oyo South 2027: BASA takes bold step, picks PDP senatorial form, commends party elders

Hon. Bolanle Aliyu-Sarumi, popularly known as BASA, on Saturday, May 2, 2026, picked the Expression of Interest and Nomination Form of the Peoples Democratic Party to contest the Oyo South Senatorial seat ahead of the general elections.

Aliyu-Sarumi said her campaign will focus on legislative excellence, youth empowerment and sustainable development across the Oyo South Senatorial District.

Addressing reporters after obtaining the form in Ibadan, she paid tribute to the Oyo State PDP Leader, His Excellency Barr. Hazeem Gbolarumi, describing him as a father figure whose humility, wisdom and steady leadership have strengthened the party and motivated younger politicians to embrace public service with sincerity and courage.

She further commended PDP chairmen across the nine local government areas of Oyo South Senatorial District for their loyalty, grassroots mobilisation and commitment to party unity, while also acknowledging other PDP leaders nationwide for upholding internal democracy and ensuring fairness for all contenders.

“I am deeply grateful to our great party, the PDP, and to our leaders, elders, women, youths and all stakeholders in Oyo South who continue to believe in this vision. Picking the Expression of Interest and Nomination Form today is a collective step towards building a more prosperous Oyo South Senatorial District,” Aliyu-Sarumi said.

Party sources noted that her entry has sparked enthusiasm across the district. Several ward chairmen and women leaders cited her track record and the legacy of her late father, who represented Ibadan North Federal Constituency from 1999 to 2003, as factors driving widespread support for her bid.

Aliyu-Sarumi said her aspiration is anchored on effective representation, quality legislation and constituency projects designed to deliver tangible impact on the lives of constituents.